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Stihl BGA 57 Spec Review

The Stihl BGA 57 is a cordless handheld leaf blower delivering 365 CFM at 123 MPH. It is powered by a 36 V Li-ion battery. (Read full specs)

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Features and Specifications

Type
Type Cordless
Handling Handheld
CFM Up to 365
MPH Up to 123
Blowing Force 9 N
Engine
BrushlessYes
Voltage36 V
Speed settings 1
Features
Battery Li-ion
Autonomy 25 mins
Vacuum No
Misc
Battery included 0
Weight (tool only)5.1 lbs
Noise rating 64 dB
Warranty 3 years

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Description

The BGA 57 delivers powerful STIHL performance combined with great control and comfortable operation. This blower puts out 103 mph of average air velocity (123 MPH maximum air velocity) combined with 365 CFM for effective clearing of leaves and other yard debris. (source: Stihl)

Overview of the Stihl BGA 57

The Stihl BGA 57 in use

The Stihl BGA 57

  • Power: The BGA 57 is a cordless blower made by Stihl. It has a maximum air speed of 123 MPH and its nozzle can expel a max air volume of 365 cubic feet per minute (CFM).
  • Power delivery: This blower has a brushless, battery-operated motor. Thus, the user won’t have to worry about tripping over pesky cords when they’re busy working their lawn.
  • Battery: With its 2.8 Ah 36 V Li-ion battery (AK 20 battery not included), the Stihl BGA 57 has a standard, full-charge run time of up to 25 minutes.
  • Handling: It’s handheld, so naturally it’s easier to handle and carry than larger leaf blowers, such as backpack models or walk-behinds. The blower in its bare tool (no battery) version weighs 5.1 lbs — the Stihl BGA 57 is neither the lightest nor the heaviest cordless handheld blower on the market.
  • Speed Settings: The Stihl BGA 57 does not have multiple speed settings. Once the blower is turned on, it always operates at the same speed.
  • Noise: As far as electric handheld blowers go, this one is average in terms of noise with a rating of 64 dB.

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The Stihl BGA 57's performance versus other blowers

The following charts are provided to give you an idea how the key specs of the Stihl BGA 57 compare with similar leaf blowers.

  • Upon exiting the nozzle, the air can reach speeds of up to 123 MPH, which is pretty much what is to be expected for battery-operated handheld blowers. If you wish to benefit from air expelled at the fastest possible speed, the Makita XBU01PT and its 208 MPH could be an option to consider.
  • It’s capable of expelling a maximum air volume of 365 CFM (cubic feet per minute). This places it at the low end compared to other cordless handheld blowers. For the highest air volume, you may want to have a look at the Husqvarna 350iB, which boasts with 800 CFM.
  • Autonomy-wise, with up to 25 minutes of autonomy on a full charge, the BGA 57 is on the low end when compared with other cordless handheld units. To enjoy the best possible autonomy in this category, you could have a look at the Makita CBU01Z which offers up to 300 minutes of runtime.

Price comparison

As you can see from this interactive chart, when compared to other cordless blowers, the Stihl BGA 57 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

STRENGTHS:
  • In the expected price range
  • Brushless motor
AVERAGE SPECS:
  • Decent weight (5.1 lbs)
  • Acceptable noise (64 dB)
  • Decent MPH (123 MPH)
WEAKNESSES:
  • Battery not included
  • No speed variation
  • Low CFM (365 CFM)
  • Low autonomy (25 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 57 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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