Stihl BGA 50 - 36V 455 CFM Cordless Blower
The Stihl BGA 50 is a cordless handheld leaf blower delivering up to 455 CFM and 123 MPH. It is powered by a 4.0Ah 36V AK battery. (Read full specs)
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Description
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The Stihl BGA 50
The Stihl BGA 50 is a cordless handheld blower that is best suited to homeowners with yards that fall in the mid-size range, suitable for seasonal cleanup and routine care.
It is rated for a maximum air volume of 455 cubic feet per minute (CFM) and a maximum air speed of 123 miles per hour (MPH). To put it simply, it combines strong airflow to move piles of leaves in the yard with enough force to clear heavier material such as pine needles or acorns from patios and walkways.
The BGA 50 is equipped with a 36V brushed motor and runs on battery power, enabling mobility without a cord. It is supplied with a 4.0Ah battery which can offer up to 115 minutes of runtime per charge.
For those who are keen on having complete control while operating their leaf blower, the BGA 50 offers variable speed settings.
At 4.9 lbs (bare tool) and 7.6 lbs with the battery, the blower’s handheld design lets the operator lift and aim it with one hand.
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The Stihl BGA 50's performance versus other blowers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea how the key specs of the Stihl BGA 50 compare with handheld leaf blowers of similar voltage (between 36 and 48V).
- Compared to its counterparts, the Stihl BGA 50 offers a lighter bare tool option within the cordless handheld in the 36 to 48V range, at 4.9 lbs. Should weight be a deciding factor, the Black+Decker LSW40C is worth a look at just 2.4 lbs the bare tool.
- The air speed of the Stihl BGA 50 maxes out at 123 MPH. While more than adequate for many jobs, its air speed is below average among other battery-operated handheld blowers between 36 and 48V. For the fastest air speed in this category, you may want to consider the Husqvarna 350iB, which can expell air at a velocity that can reach 200 MPH.
- It has a maximum air volume output of 455 CFM (cubic feet per minute). With this output rating, the BGA 50 is well within average in relation to similar cordless handheld blowers with a comparable voltage. If air volume is important to you, the Ryobi RY40HPLB01K, with 800 CFM, could be in your good books.
- The BGA 50 is within the average range for cordless handheld units that operate between 36 and 48V, offering up to 115 minutes of running time when fully charged. If autonomy is an important factor for you, the Stihl BGA 200 can run for up to 535 minutes and could be worth considering.
- 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. Among the compared battery-powered handheld blowers, the Stihl BGA 50 shows the highest runtime efficiency, offering the most use per battery unit.
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Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other 36-48V cordless blowers, the Stihl BGA 50 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
- Light bare tool weight (4.9 lbs)
- Excellent power efficiency
- Decent CFM (455 CFM)
- Good autonomy (115 mins)
- Brushed motor
- No cruise control
- Low MPH (123 MPH)
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Features and Specifications
| Type | Cordless |
|---|---|
| Handling | Handheld |
| Air volume | Up to 455 CFM |
| Air speed | Up to 123 MPH |
| Blowing force | Up to 11 N |
| Motor type | Brushed |
|---|---|
| Battery system | 36V AK |
| Battery capacity | 4.0Ah (144Wh) |
| Autonomy | 115 mins |
| Speed settings | Variable |
| Battery included | 1 x 4.0Ah (AK 20) |
|---|---|
| Cruise control | No |
| Noise rating | 55 dB |
| Weight (w/ battery) | 7.6 lbs |
|---|---|
| Weight (tool only) | 4.9 lbs |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Other model numbers | BA050115919US |
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 50, 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 50 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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