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Stihl BR 430 - 500 CFM Gas Backpack Blower

The Stihl BR 430 is a gas-powered backpack leaf blower delivering 500 CFM at 219 MPH. It features a 2-cycle 57.5cc engine. (Read full specs)

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Features and Specifications

Type
Type Gas-Powered
Handling Backpack
CFM Up to 500
MPH Up to 219
Blowing Force 26 N
Engine
Make 2-MIX
Engine displacement 57.5cc
Strokes 2
Fuel/oil ratio 50:1
Speed settings Variable
Features
Throttle positionTube
Cruise controlYes
Fuel tank 57.5 fl. oz.
Vacuum No
Misc
Weight 22.3 lbs
Noise rating 76 dB
Warranty 2 years

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Description

When the job runs long, the STIHL BR 430 is right there with you. It has the features you need to get the job done with fewer refuels and less fatigue. Its pro-sized 57.5 oz. fuel tank goes even farther thanks to a fuel-efficient engine that produces cleaner emissions when compared to standard 2-stroke engines. In addition to its anti-vibration system and ElastoStart™ handle, the blower also features back padding, broad shoulder straps and soft rubber grip for enhanced comfort and support. (source: Stihl)

Overview of the Stihl BR 430

The Stihl BR 430 in use

The Stihl BR 430

  • Power: The BR 430, built by Stihl, is a gas-powered leaf blower capable of expelling a maximum air volume of 500 cubic feet per minute (CFM). Its air speed is rated at 219 MPH.
  • Handling: Featuring a backpack configuration, this leaf blower is designed for prolonged usage, offering superior comfort and maneuverability compared to handheld alternatives. Its throttle is located on the tube, which allows you to keep your left hand free. Weighing 22.3 lbs, the Stihl BR 430 holds a middle ground among gas-powered backpack blowers, neither exceptionally light nor overly heavy, providing a moderate weight option for users.
  • Engine: This blower's 2-MIX engine has a displacement specification of 57.5cc. Please be aware that 2-cycle engines like this one require a mixture of gas and oil in order to run. For the Stihl BR 430, this ratio is 50:1.
  • Speed Settings: Users can fine-tune airflow with the variable speed settings of the BR 430, complemented by intuitive cruise control for effortless use.
  • Noise: At 76 dB, the noise produced by the BR 430 is in line with what you'd expect from other gas-powered backpack blowers.
  • Fuel Tank: Its fuel tank holds 57.5 fl. oz., a common capacity seen in gas-powered backpack blowers.

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The Stihl BR 430's performance versus other blowers

The following charts are provided to give you an idea how the key specs of the Stihl BR 430 compare with similar leaf blowers.

  • Its max air speed of 219 MPH places it at the approximate midpoint in comparison to other gas-powered backpack blowers. If you wish to benefit from air expelled at the fastest possible speed, the Husqvarna 150BT and its 270 MPH could be an option to consider.
  • With an airflow capacity of 500 CFM (Cubic Feet per Minute), the Stihl BR 430 falls towards the lower spectrum among gas-powered backpack blowers. For the highest air volume, you may want to have a look at the Husqvarna 590BTS, which boasts with 1245 CFM.

Price comparison

As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other gas backpack blowers, the Stihl BR 430 is on the average side of the price range.

Therefore, this blower nicely fits in the expected budget for this kind of product.

2-Mix Engine Technology

Stihl's 2-Mix engine is a more eco-friendly and powerful approach to the traditional 2-stroke engine. It features what Stihl calls "stratified scavenging", which simply means that a layer of air is created between the combustion chamber and the crankcase. This action allows the engine to separate fresh fuel from the exhaust, which in turn minimizes the scavenging losses and eliminates the components of the mix that pose a health and environmental hazard (compliant with European Emissions Directive, Stage II). The 2-Mix engine offers a high torque over a wide speed range, a fuel consumption up to 20% lower than conventional 2-cycle engines, and fewer harmful emissions.

The bottom line

STRENGTHS:
  • In the expected price range
  • Cruise control
  • 2-Mix Engine
AVERAGE SPECS:
  • Decent weight (22.3 lbs)
  • Decent tank (57.5 fl. oz.)
  • Acceptable noise (76 dB)
  • Decent MPH (219 MPH)
WEAKNESSES:
  • Low CFM (500 CFM)

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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 BR 430 is covered under a warranty for up to 2 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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Stihl BR 430
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  1. 1.9
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    40
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    10
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    10
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    90

    When the blower works it is sufficient in airflow and airspeed. The fuel tank is large enough to complete most jobs without refilling. When it starts, it is usually on the first pull. Mine won’t start anymore after 2 seasons of residential use. New carb, new fuel filter and lines, new tank fitting, new primer bulb, new ignition module and it won’t start.

    + PROS: Not very loud, usually starts on one pull.
    - CONS: One it quits working, nothing will make it work again.
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    Renaldo Robinson February 25, 2022 at 8:23 pm
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    Just picked this up on FB for 200 so far it beats using my handheld BG55 has plenty of power for me starts right up. I like the comfort of the handle Im 6ft and its comfortable to me. Look forward to using it until it dies or I die!

    + PROS: Power Comfort
    - CONS: Gas cap
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  3. 4.75
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    A very good choice for the money and the quality of Stihl products seem to hold of to daily use.

    + PROS: Has good power and very fuel efficient and starts quickly
    - CONS: hard to keep on after a while
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  4. 4.25
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    I have had this blower for about 3 years and would have given it 5 stars if not for the fact that it is uncomfortable to use for any length of time because it doesn’t want to stay on my back. Would it have killed Stihl to put a chest strap on this thing? That’s really all it needs to make it comfortable. As it is, I have to use one hand to pull the straps together to keep it from falling off my shoulders.

    + PROS: Plenty of power and easy start
    - CONS: uncomfortable to use. Needs chest strap to keep it from sliding off shoulders
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