Stihl BR 450 - 642 CFM Gas Backpack Blower
The Stihl BR 450 is a gas-powered backpack leaf blower delivering up to 642 CFM and 219 MPH. It features a 2-stroke 63.3-cc engine. (Read full specs)
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Description
Simplify your workday with this easy-to-use and affordable professional backpack blower. Equipped with a powerful 2-stroke engine, the STIHL BR 450 has all the power you need in a convenient package. Use it for a range of applications, from managing large properties and tree-heavy lots to seasonal leaf cleanup. The low-emission engine boasts high-quality power, with a blowing force approaching that of the BR 600 model. Designed with the operator in mind, the unit features an easily adjustable tube that can adapt to different operator heights and application needs. And the control handle can also be adjusted for ideal comfort without tools. Additional features include a semi-automatic choke for a simplified starting procedure as well as improved ergonomic design elements for increased user comfort. Whether maintaining residential or commercial property, the BR 450 is up to your landscaping demands.
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The Stihl BR 450
With its gas backpack design, the Stihl BR 450 is a good match for both homeowners with a residential property with medium to large lawns, often half an acre to several acres, and professionals handling medium-to-large yards for clients.
Its maximum output is 642 CFM of air volume and 219 MPH of air speed. For the user, this translates into a blower that should move leaves effectively across lawn sections and hard surfaces, while also being capable of shifting compacted leaves or light yard debris like twigs.
A 63.3-cc 2-stroke engine powers the BR 450, which needs a 50:1 fuel-to-oil mixture. Its tank holds 57.5 fluid ounces, placing it in the average range among backpack blowers.
For those who wish to have complete control while operating their leaf blower, the BR 450 offers variable speed settings, and moreover, is also equipped with cruise control, which allows the user to comfortably continue blowing at their preferred setting.
This gas backpack blower weighs 23.4 lbs (dry) and places most of the weight on the back while the operator guides the tube with one hand. Its throttle is located on the tube, which allows to keep the left hand free.
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The Stihl BR 450's performance versus other blowers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea how the key specs of the Stihl BR 450 compare with similar leaf blowers.
- In its category of gas-powered backpack blowers between 60.1 and 75cc, the Stihl BR 450 stands out for its lighter build at only 23.4 lbs. Should weight be a deciding factor, the Stihl BR 600 is worth a look at just 21.6 lbs.
- Its max air speed of 219 MPH places it at the approximate midpoint in comparison to other gas-powered backpack blowers between 60.1 and 75cc. If you wish to benefit from air expelled at the fastest possible speed, the Stihl BR 600 and its 238 MPH could be an option to consider.
- Regarding its air volume, the airflow of the Stihl BR 450 can reach 642 CFM (Cubic Feet per Minute), which is on par with other gas-powered backpack blowers with a comparable engine size. If air volume is important to you, the Stihl BR 700, with 912 CFM, could be in your good books.
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Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other gas backpack blowers, the Stihl BR 450 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
- Cruise control
- Lightweight (23.4 lbs)
- Decent tank (57.5 fl. oz.)
- Decent CFM (642 CFM)
- Decent MPH (219 MPH)
The Stihl BR 450 doesn't have any notably low specs.
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Features and Specifications
| Type | Gas-Powered |
|---|---|
| Handling | Backpack |
| Air volume | Up to 642 CFM |
| Air speed | Up to 219 MPH |
| Blowing force | Up to 28 N |
| Engine type | 2-stroke |
|---|---|
| Engine displacement | 63.3cc |
| Fuel/oil ratio | 50:1 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 57.5 fl. oz. |
| Speed settings | Variable |
| Cruise control | Yes |
|---|---|
| Noise rating | 77 dB |
| Throttle position | Tube |
| Weight | 23.4 lbs |
|---|---|
| Warranty | 2 years |
| UPC | 886661185436 |
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 BR 450, 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 BR 450 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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User Reviews
Compared to other blowers it has a very high average of both cfm and mph making both the highest they could be evenly distributing it to me this is a huge positive