Stihl BGA 85 (Discontinued)
The Stihl BGA 85 is a cordless handheld leaf blower delivering up to 391 CFM and 104 MPH. It is powered by a 6.0Ah 36V AP battery. (Read full specs)
This product has been discontinued. We've kept this page live for reference.
It was replaced by the Stihl BGA 86.
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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.
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The Stihl BGA 85
The Stihl BGA 85 is a cordless handheld blower that is mostly aimed at homeowners with residential properties where lawns or gardens fall between a quarter and half an acre.
It features a maximum air speed of 104 MPH and a maximum air volume rating of 391 cubic feet per minute (CFM). This balance means the blower is suitable for light clearing across small yards, patios, driveways, or garden paths.
A 36V brushless motor powers the BGA 85, which operates fully cordless for versatile handling. It comes with one 6.0Ah battery which can provide up to 24 minutes of runtime on a full charge.
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.
This cordless handheld blower weighs 7.1 lbs as a bare tool and 10.9 lbs with the battery installed, while still being suited for one-handed operation with controlled airflow.
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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 7.1 lbs (bare tool), the Stihl BGA 85 sits comfortably within the average weight range for cordless handheld blowers in the 36 to 48V range. Should weight be a deciding factor, the Black+Decker LSW40C is worth a look at just 2.4 lbs the bare tool.
- 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 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.
- With an airflow capacity of 391 CFM (Cubic Feet per Minute), the Stihl BGA 85 falls towards the lower spectrum among cordless handheld blowers with a comparable voltage. For the highest air volume, you may want to have a look at the Ryobi RY40HPLB01K, which boasts with 800 CFM.
- Its battery provides a maximum autonomy of 24 minutes, placing the BGA 85 on the lower end in terms of runtime among its cordless counterparts. To enjoy the best possible autonomy in this category, you could have a look at the Stihl BGA 200 which offers up to 535 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 85 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 Stihl BGA 50 offers the highest runtime efficiency, at 0.8 minutes per Wh.
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The bottom line
- Brushless motor
- Decent bare tool weight (7.1 lbs)
- No cruise control
- Low CFM (391 CFM)
- Low MPH (104 MPH)
- Low autonomy (24 mins)
- Low power efficiency
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Features and Specifications
| Type | Cordless |
|---|---|
| Handling | Handheld |
| Air volume | Up to 391 CFM |
| Air speed | Up to 104 MPH |
| Blowing force | Up to 10 N |
| Motor type | Brushless |
|---|---|
| Battery system | 36V AP |
| Battery capacity | 6.0Ah (216Wh) |
| Autonomy | 24 mins |
| Speed settings | Variable |
| Battery included | 1 x 6.0Ah (AP 300) |
|---|---|
| Cruise control | No |
| Noise rating | 64 dB |
| Weight (w/ battery) | 10.9 lbs |
|---|---|
| Weight (tool only) | 7.1 lbs |
| Warranty | 3 years |
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 85, 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 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.
