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 |
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Handling | Handheld |
CFM | Up to 391 |
MPH | Up to 104 |
Blowing Force | 10 N |
Brushless | Yes |
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Voltage | 36 V |
Speed settings | Variable |
Battery | Li-ion |
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Autonomy | 24 mins |
Cruise control | No |
Vacuum | No |
Battery included | 1 |
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Weight (w/ battery) | 10.9 lbs |
Weight (tool only) | 7.1 lbs |
Noise rating | 64 dB |
Warranty | 3 years |
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Description
Overview of the Stihl BGA 85
- Power: The Stihl BGA 85 can force 391 cubic feet of air per minute (CFM) from its nozzle at a maximum speed of 104 MPH.
- Power delivery: Designed with a brushless motor, the BGA 85 by Stihl ensures cordless operation, providing users with the flexibility to tackle outdoor tasks without the constraints of cords.
- Battery: Its 6 Ah 36 V Li-ion battery (1 AP 300 battery combo included) enables the blower to run for up to 24 minutes without needing to recharge.
- Handling: Its handheld design ensures maximum portability, allowing users to effortlessly move and operate it virtually anywhere with ease. It's important to note that the Stihl BGA 85 tips the scales at 10.9 lbs, making it heavier compared to many others in the cordless handheld category.
- Speed Settings: Users can fine-tune the airflow of the BGA 85 to their liking with its variable speed settings, ensuring bespoke performance for any task at hand.
- Noise: Its noise rating of 64 dB can be considered the standard for similar 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).
- Maxing out at 104 MPH at full power, this blower is 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 a maximum airflow of 391 CFM (cubic feet per minute), this model falls squarely within the average range for cordless handheld blowers. If air volume is important to you, the Husqvarna 350iB, with 800 CFM, could be in your good books.
- Users can anticipate a maximum autonomy of 24 minutes from its battery, suggesting that the BGA 85's runtime is below average among 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.
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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)
- Decent CFM (391 CFM)
- Quite heavy (10.9 lbs)
- No cruise control
- Low MPH (104 MPH)
- Low autonomy (24 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 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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