Labor DayStihl BGA 300 - 36V 571 CFM Cordless Brushless Backpack Blower
The Stihl BGA 300 is a cordless backpack leaf blower delivering up to 571 CFM and 192 MPH. It is powered by a 36V AR battery. (Read full specs)
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Description
With its high-performance brushless motor, the BGA 300 delivers a powerful 26-Newtons blowing force and 192-mph air speeds for heavy-duty clearing of both dry and wet debris in a virtually maintenance-free package.
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The Stihl BGA 300
With its cordless backpack design, the Stihl BGA 300 is appropriate for homeowners with properties with wide lawns, large gardens, or estate-sized grounds over half an acre as well as professionals handling medium-to-large yards for clients.
It provides a maximum air volume rating of 571 cubic feet per minute (CFM) and an air speed of up to 192 miles per hour (MPH). For the user, this translates into a blower that should move leaves effectively across lawn sections and hard surfaces, while also being capable of shifting compacted leaves or light yard debris like twigs.
The BGA 300 is equipped with a 36V brushless motor and runs on battery power, enabling mobility without a cord. This is a bare tool unit, meaning no battery comes with it. Its operation needs a 36V AR battery. According to Stihl, using the AR3000L battery should allow the blower to run for up to 150 minutes on a full charge.
Users can customize airflow intensity with the 4 speed settings of the Stihl BGA 300, offering power versatility for any job.
Weighing 15.4 lbs, wearing the blower on the back keeps it stable and allows for longer operation while guiding airflow with one hand on the tube. When using an AR3000L battery, the total weight of the blower reaches around 36.8 lbs. Its throttle is located on the tube, which allows to keep the left hand free.
The Stihl BGA 300 is rated IPX4, offering protection against water splashes from any direction, such as moisture kicked up from wet surfaces.
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The Stihl BGA 300's performance versus other blowers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea how the key specs of the Stihl BGA 300 compare with other cordless backpack leaf blowers.
- At 15.4 lbs, the Stihl BGA 300 sits comfortably within the average weight range for cordless backpack blowers in the 36 to 40V range. Should weight be a deciding factor, the Makita GBU04Z is worth a look at just 11 lbs the bare tool.
- It can propel air from the nozzle at speeds going up to 192 MPH, placing it at the top of its class for air velocity among battery-operated backpack blowers. If you wish to benefit from air expelled at the fastest possible speed, the Makita GBU04Z and its 215 MPH could be an option to consider.
- The Stihl BGA 300 delivers air at a rate of 571 CFM (cubic feet per minute), placing it towards the bottom of the range for cordless backpack blowers with a comparable voltage. For the highest air volume, you may want to have a look at the Husqvarna 570iBT, which boasts with 872 CFM.
- The BGA 300 boasts a battery life that exceeds many, offering superb longevity compared to other cordless backpack units. Users can enjoy up to 150 minutes of uninterrupted operation. If autonomy is an important factor for you, the Makita CBU02Z can run for up to 240 minutes and could be worth considering.
- Because larger batteries naturally increase runtime, it can be helpful to consider runtime efficiency, a measure of how effectively a blower uses the energy available. With its current setup, the Stihl BGA 300 offers a lower level of runtime efficiency compared to the other compared battery-powered backpack models. If you are focused on getting more use per charge, the Ryobi RY40HPLB02K offers the highest runtime efficiency, at 0.23 minutes per Wh.
Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other 36-40V cordless backpack blowers, the Stihl BGA 300 is on the average side of the price range.
Therefore, this blower nicely fits in the expected budget for this kind of product.
The bottom line
- In the expected price range
- Brushless motor
- High MPH (192 MPH)
- Excellent autonomy (150 mins)
- Decent bare tool weight (15.4 lbs)
- Low CFM for its voltage
- Low power efficiency
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Features and Specifications
| Type | Cordless |
|---|---|
| Handling | Backpack |
| Air volume | Up to 571 CFM |
| Air speed | Up to 192 MPH |
| Blowing force | Up to 26 N |
| Motor type | Brushless |
|---|---|
| Battery system | 36V AR |
| Autonomy | 150 mins |
| Speed settings | 4 |
| Battery included | 0 |
|---|---|
| Noise rating | 62 dB |
| IPX rating | IPX4 |
| Weight (tool only) | 15.4 lbs |
|---|---|
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Other model numbers | BA030115911US |
We've taken extra care to research and verify each of the specifications above. That said, occasional mistakes or omissions are still possible. If you spot any missing or inaccurate information, feel free to suggest a correction so we can address it. For full technical details on the Stihl BGA 300, the user manual is available here (opens in a new tab).
About Stihl
Stihl AG & Company KG was founded by Andreas Stihl in 1926. The German company specializes in handheld outdoor power equipment. Over the past fifty years, Stihl has opened manufacturing plants in Brazil, the United States, and China. The German company’s sure and steady expansion has made it a leading provider of in the lawn, forestry, and landscape maintenance industries.
Warranty Information
The Stihl BGA 300 is covered under a warranty for up to 3 years. This warranty may not cover all parts of the blower.
For more information about the warranty of Stihl blowers, please consult Stihl's warranty policies (opens in a new tab). Alternatively, you can also contact their Customer Support: 1-800-467-8445.
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