Father’s DayStihl BGA 45 - 18V 247 CFM Cordless Brushless Blower
The Stihl BGA 45 is a cordless handheld leaf blower delivering up to 247 CFM and 98 MPH. It is powered by a 2.0Ah 18V AI battery. (Read full specs)
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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.
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The Stihl BGA 45
The Stihl BGA 45 is a cordless handheld blower that is mostly aimed at homeowners with a small outdoor space such as a patio, driveway, or yard under about a quarter acre.
It delivers up to 247 CFM of air volume and 98 MPH of air speed. In practice, it can shift small amounts of leaves and light debris on yard sections, patios, or walkways.
Featuring an 18V brushless motor, the unit provides cordless operation, allowing you to operate with great mobility. It features a 2.0Ah battery that is integrated into the unit, and allows the user to operate the BGA 45 for an estimated 10 minutes on a full charge.
The Stihl BGA 45 does not have multiple speed settings. Once the blower is turned on, it always operates at the same speed.
This cordless handheld blower weighs 4.4 lbs without the battery and 4.4 lbs with it, enabling one-handed control of airflow.
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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).
- The Stihl BGA 45 distinguishes itself among other cordless handheld blowers in the 18 to 24V range for its light bare tool design, weighing only 4.4 lbs without the battery. Should weight be a deciding factor, the Worx WG543 is worth a look at just 2.3 lbs the bare tool.
- The air speed of the Stihl BGA 45 maxes out at 98 MPH. While more than adequate for many jobs, its air speed is below average among other battery-operated handheld blowers between 18 and 24V. 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.
- Regarding its air volume, the airflow of the Stihl BGA 45 can reach 247 CFM (Cubic Feet per Minute), which is on the low end for cordless handheld blowers with a comparable voltage. For the highest air volume, you may want to have a look at the Dewalt DCBL724W1, which boasts with 550 CFM.
- When fully charged, the BGA 45 offers up to 10 minutes of autonomy, which may be considered relatively short compared to cordless handheld units of comparable voltage. 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.
- While runtime is an important metric, it is closely tied to battery capacity. To understand performance more clearly, it’s also useful to look at runtime efficiency, how long the unit runs relative to its battery size. The Stihl BGA 45 shows relatively low runtime efficiency, providing fewer minutes of operation for each unit of battery power. If you are focused on getting more use per charge, the Sun Joe 24V-JB-LTE offers the highest runtime efficiency, at 1.04 minutes per Wh.
Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other 18-24V 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.
Good to know: It's the cheapest Stihl blower.The bottom line
- In the expected price range
- Brushless motor
- Light bare tool weight (4.4 lbs)
- Integrated battery cannot be easily replaced
- No speed variation
- Low CFM (247 CFM)
- Low MPH (98 MPH)
- Low autonomy (10 mins)
- Low power efficiency
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Features and Specifications
| Type | Cordless |
|---|---|
| Handling | Handheld |
| Air volume | Up to 247 CFM |
| Air speed | Up to 98 MPH |
| Blowing force | Up to 5 N |
| Motor type | Brushless |
|---|---|
| Battery system | 18V AI (integrated) |
| Battery capacity | 2.0Ah (36Wh) |
| Autonomy | 10 mins |
| Speed settings | 1 |
| Battery included | 1 x 2.0Ah |
|---|---|
| Noise rating | 60 dB |
| Weight (w/ battery) | 4.4 lbs |
|---|---|
| Weight (tool only) | 4.4 lbs |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| UPC | 886661398508 |
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).
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
I love this blower because it’s efficient but wished a charge lasted a little longer. More equipment has to be made for women because most of the current equipment is too heavy!
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.