Stihl BGA 45 - 18V 247 CFM Cordless Brushless Blower
The Stihl BGA 45 is a lightweight cordless handheld leaf blower delivering 247 CFM at 85 MPH. It features a 2 Ah 18 V Li-ion battery. (Read full specs)
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Features and Specifications
| Type | Cordless |
|---|---|
| Handling | Handheld |
| CFM | Up to 247 |
| MPH | Up to 85 |
| Blowing Force | 5 N |
| Brushless | Yes |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 18 V |
| Speed settings | 1 |
| Battery | Li-ion |
|---|---|
| Autonomy | 10 mins |
| Vacuum | No |
| Battery included | 1 |
|---|---|
| Weight (w/ battery) | 4.9 lbs |
| Weight (tool only) | 4.9 lbs |
| Noise rating | 60 dB |
| Warranty | 3 years |
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 45, the user manual is available here (opens in a new tab).
Description
Part of the AI Series, the BGA 45 handheld blower delivers the power you need at an incredible value. It is exceptionally quiet and lightweight at 4.9 lbs., including integrated battery. On a single charge, the BGA 45 can clear more than 13 parking spaces (2,153 square ft.) with a blowing speed of 85 mph and an air volume of 247 cfm. If you own a small property and need a quick go-to blower for your driveway and walkways, the BGA 45 is the complete package.
Overview of the Stihl BGA 45
The Stihl BGA 45
- Power: This cordless leaf blower has a maximum air volume rating of 247 cubic feet per minute (CFM) and an air speed rating of 85 MPH.
- Power delivery: Featuring a brushless design, the BGA 45 from Stihl offers cordless convenience with its battery-operated motor, delivering unmatched freedom of movement for effortless yard maintenance.
- Battery: Its 2 Ah 18 V Li-ion battery is integrated into the unit and allows the user to operate the BGA 45 for an estimated 10 minutes on a full charge.
- Handling: Its handheld design ensures maximum portability, allowing users to effortlessly move and operate it virtually anywhere with ease. The Stihl BGA 45 stands out among other cordless handheld blowers as lightweight, weighing just 4.9 lbs, battery included.
- Speed Settings: This unit is a one-speed leaf blower.
- Noise: For electric handheld blowers, the BGA 45's 60 dB noise rating can be considered fairly typical.
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The Stihl BGA 45's performance versus other blowers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea how the key specs of the Stihl BGA 45 compare with handheld leaf blowers of similar voltage (between 18 and 24V).
- Exiting the nozzle, the air can reach speeds of up to 85 MPH, which falls on the lower end for battery-operated handheld blowers. For the fastest air speed in this category, you may want to consider the Makita XBU07SM1, which can expell air at a velocity that can reach 143 MPH.
- As this unit is rated at 247 CFM (cubic feet per minute), it expells less air than most cordless handheld blowers with a comparable voltage. For the highest air volume, you may want to have a look at the RIDGID R01601K, which boasts with 510 CFM.
- Users can expect a maximum autonomy of 10 minutes from its battery, which means the BGA 45 won't run as long as many other cordless handheld units before needing to be plugged in. To enjoy the best possible autonomy in this category, you could have a look at the Ryobi PBLLB01K which offers up to 60 minutes of runtime.
Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other cordless blowers, the Stihl BGA 45 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
- Lightweight (4.9 lbs)
- Brushless motor
- Acceptable noise (60 dB)
- Integrated battery cannot be easily replaced
- No speed variation
- Low CFM (247 CFM)
- Low MPH (85 MPH)
- Low autonomy (10 mins)
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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 45 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.
Questions & Answers
Can you replace the battery? (Asked June 1, 2020)
The battery is integrated and cannot be removed from the blower. You'd have to take your unit to a Stihl service center.
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User Reviews
Stihl Bga 45 product is inferior, over price and poor quality.
Bad customer service.
I am very disappointed in this product! Especially that it’s manufactured by Stihl which is a good name in power tools. This is a very poorly manufactured product as after about 25 battery charges the battery will not take a charge and there is no way to replace the battery or to order one for replacement. A dealer has to be involved and the cost would be close to buying a new one. Sorry But I think this is a very poorly made product
I agree with all above, great while the battery works, but eventually won’t take a charge. Will be asking if Stihl will back their product now
Not worth the price. Good power for a battery unit but needs more amp hours. 10 minutes of run time barely clears a driveway, never mind leaves…
The BGA 45 blower is a poor purchase choice in my view. Does not hold a charge very long and once you have re charged it 50 times more or less, it becomes a paper weight. Unable to accept a charge and battery is not removeable. Poor buying decision on my part as I thought Stihl was a better product, something similar to the chain saw, but I am wrong.