The Stihl BGA 56 is a cordless handheld leaf blower delivering 353 CFM at 100 MPH. It is powered by a 36 V Li-ion battery. (Read full specs)
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Features and Specifications
| Type | Cordless |
|---|---|
| Handling | Handheld |
| CFM | Up to 353 |
| MPH | Up to 100 |
| Blowing Force | 10 N |
| Brushless | Yes |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 36 V |
| Speed settings | 1 |
| Battery | Li-ion |
|---|---|
| Autonomy | 20 mins |
| Vacuum | No |
| Battery included | 0 |
|---|---|
| Weight (tool only) | 4.6 lbs |
| Noise rating | 79 dB |
| Warranty | 3 years |
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Description
Overview of the Stihl BGA 56
The Stihl BGA 56
- Power: The BGA 56 is a cordless blower made by Stihl. It has a maximum air speed of 100 MPH and its nozzle can expel a max air volume of 353 cubic feet per minute (CFM).
- Power delivery: The BGA 56 is a brushless-motor, battery-operated blower. Therefore, it doesn’t require to be plugged in when it’s being used. The user will enjoy the added mobility of its cordless design.
- Battery: Its 2.8 Ah 36 V Li-ion battery (battery not included) enables the blower to run for up to 20 minutes without needing to recharge.
- Handling: Being handheld, this blower has a good maneuverability and is meant to be easier to carry around over a small period of time.
- Speed Settings: The Stihl BGA 56 does not have multiple speed settings. Once the blower is turned on, it always operates at the same speed.
- Noise: With a decibel rating of 79 dB, the BGA 56 is neither louder nor quieter than its rivals in the electric handheld category.
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The Stihl BGA 56's performance versus other blowers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea how the key specs of the Stihl BGA 56 compare with similar leaf blowers.
- Maxing out at 100 MPH at full power, this blower is on the lower end in terms of air speed for battery-operated handheld blowers. For the fastest air speed in this category, you may want to consider the Makita XBU01PT, which can expell air at a velocity that can reach 208 MPH.
- Its max air volume rating (353 cubic feet per minute) means it is really not the biggest air producer of cordless handheld blowers. For the highest air volume, you may want to have a look at the CAT DG651, which boasts with 800 CFM.
- Users can expect a maximum autonomy of 20 minutes from its battery, which means the BGA 56 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 Toro 51822 which offers up to 140 minutes of runtime.
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Price comparison
As you can see from this interactive chart, when compared to other cordless blowers, the Stihl BGA 56 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
- Acceptable noise (79 dB)
- Battery not included
- No speed variation
- Low CFM (353 CFM)
- Low MPH (100 MPH)
- Low autonomy (20 mins)
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 56 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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Poor motor life. We purchased it three years ago and the motor has failed. It preformed good at first but now it is useless as it slows down and quits every time I use it. You bang it and it will work a bit but slow right down.