Stihl BGA 85 - 36V 391 CFM Cordless Brushless Blower
The Stihl BGA 85 is a cordless handheld leaf blower delivering 391 CFM at 104 MPH. It features a 6 Ah 36 V Li-ion battery. (Read full specs)
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Features and Specifications
| Type | Cordless |
|---|---|
| Handling | Handheld |
| CFM | Up to 391 |
| MPH | Up to 104 |
| Blowing Force | 10 N |
| Brushless | Yes |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 36 V |
| Speed settings | Variable |
| Battery | Li-ion |
|---|---|
| Autonomy | 24 mins |
| Cruise control | No |
| Vacuum | No |
| Battery included | 1 |
|---|---|
| Weight (w/ battery) | 10.9 lbs |
| Weight (tool only) | 7.1 lbs |
| Noise rating | 64 dB |
| Warranty | 3 years |
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Description
No gas. No cord. No emissions and almost no weight. The STIHL BGA 85 handheld blower features a powerful 36-volt, lithium-ion battery for excellent blowing power that is quiet, clean, and best of all, cordless. This lightweight blower is extremely compact, weighing a mere 7 lbs. without battery, yet it delivers over 100 mph of air to move stubborn yard debris. And don’t expect any gradual power drops – this blower will run at full speed until it’s time to recharge. An ideal blower for use around the home.
Overview of the Stihl BGA 85
The Stihl BGA 85
- Power: This cordless leaf blower features a maximum air volume rating of 391 CFM and an air speed rating of 104 MPH.
- 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: Its 6 Ah 36 V Li-ion battery (1 AP 300 battery combo included) means that a user can operate the BGA 85 for an estimated 24 minutes on a full charge.
- Handling: With its handheld design, this leaf blower was created with portability in mind. Most users will have no problem using it almost anywhere. However, for a cordless handheld blower, the Stihl BGA 85 is heavier than most, weighing 10.9 lbs.
- Speed Settings: In order to afford more control to the user, this unit has a variable speed control. No matter the size of the job, the user can adjust the airflow of the Stihl BGA 85 to match.
- Noise: Its noise level of 64 dB falls within the expected range for electric handheld blowers.
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The Stihl BGA 85's performance versus other blowers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea how the key specs of the Stihl BGA 85 compare with handheld leaf blowers of similar voltage (between 36 and 48V).
- At full power, this blower maxes out at 104 MPH, placing it 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 Husqvarna 350iB, which can expell air at a velocity that can reach 200 MPH.
- With a maximum airflow of 391 CFM (cubic feet per minute), this model is on the lower end in terms of air circulation for cordless handheld blowers. For the highest air volume, you may want to have a look at the Husqvarna 350iB, which boasts with 800 CFM.
- When fully charged, the BGA 85 offers up to 24 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 Makita CBU01Z which offers up to 300 minutes of runtime.
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Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other cordless blowers, the Stihl BGA 85 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
- Brushless motor
- Acceptable noise (64 dB)
- Quite heavy (10.9 lbs)
- No cruise control
- Low CFM (391 CFM)
- Low MPH (104 MPH)
- Low autonomy (24 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 85 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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