The Stihl BR 600 is a gas-powered backpack leaf blower delivering 677 CFM at 238 MPH. It features a 4-cycle 64.8cc engine. (Read full specs)
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Features and Specifications
| Type | Gas-Powered |
|---|---|
| Handling | Backpack |
| CFM | Up to 677 |
| MPH | Up to 238 |
| Blowing Force | 32 N |
| Make | 4-Mix |
|---|---|
| Engine displacement | 64.8cc |
| Strokes | 4 |
| Fuel/oil ratio | 50:1 |
| Speed settings | Variable |
| Throttle position | Tube |
|---|---|
| Cruise control | Yes |
| Fuel tank | 47.3 fl. oz. |
| Vacuum | No |
| Weight | 21.6 lbs |
|---|---|
| Noise rating | 75 dB |
| Warranty | 2 years |
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Description
Overview of the Stihl BR 600
The Stihl BR 600
- Power: The BR 600 gas-powered blower, manufactured by Stihl, is rated for a max air volume of 677 cubic feet per minute (CFM) and a max air speed of 238 MPH.
- Handling: By design, this model isn’t the smallest leaf blower on the market. It’s meant to be carried as a backpack so that the bulk of the unit is out of the way and the user’s hands are free to manipulate the nozzle. Its throttle is located on the tube, which allows you to keep your left hand free. At 21.6 lbs, the Stihl BR 600 falls within the typical weight range for gas-powered backpack blowers, offering a balanced weight profile compared to others in its class.
- Engine: This blower is fitted with a 64.8cc 4-Mix engine. Stihl's 4-Mix engine is a 4-stroke engine that runs with a mixture of oil and gas (50:1 ratio). You can find more details about this technology further down the page.
- Speed Settings: The Stihl BR 600 offers customizable airflow through its variable speed settings, along with integrated cruise control for convenient operation.
- Noise: With a decibel rating of 75 dB, the BR 600 is neither louder nor quieter than its rivals in the gas-powered backpack category.
- Fuel Tank: The Stihl blower's fuel tank boasts a standard capacity of 47.3 fl. oz., aligning with the typical size found in gas backpack blowers.
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The Stihl BR 600's performance versus other blowers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea how the key specs of the Stihl BR 600 compare with similar leaf blowers.
- Forced air exiting this blower has been clocked at a maximum speed of 238 MPH, positioning the BR 600 at the forefront in terms of air velocity among 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 a maximum airflow of 677 CFM (cubic feet per minute), this model falls squarely within the average range for gas-powered backpack blowers. If air volume is important to you, the Husqvarna 590BTS, with 1245 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 600 is on the average side of the price range.
Therefore, this blower nicely fits in the expected budget for this kind of product.
4-Mix Engine Technology
Stihl's 4-Mix engine combines the advantages of 2-cycle and 4-cycle engines. This award-winning 4-stroke engine runs on a mix of gasoline and oil (1:50). For this to happen, the gasoline-oil mix enters the cylinder head through a bypass channel in order to offer full lubrication, which avoids the need for parts like an oil pump, sump or tank (which are compulsory for traditional 4-stroke engines). Therefore, there is no oil servicing to do (easy maintenance), the leaf blower is lighter (due to fewer parts) and its overall noise is lower. Additionally, all 4-MIX engines are fitted with a system that considerably reduces the effort needed to pull the starter rope.
The bottom line
- In the expected price range
- Cruise control
- 4-Mix Engine
- High MPH (238 MPH)
- Decent weight (21.6 lbs)
- Decent tank (47.3 fl. oz.)
- Acceptable noise (75 dB)
- Decent CFM (677 CFM)
- The Stihl BR 600 doesn't have any notably low specs.
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 600 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.
Questions & Answers
What happens if someone puts pure gas in br 600? (Asked July 4, 2020)
Pretty much the same thing that would happen if you were to put straight gas in a 2-stroke engine. The 4-Mix engine requires an oil-gas mixture.
For 5.5 liters premium gas is it 200ml for the correct oil ratio 🤔 (Asked December 24, 2022)
Gas/oil ratio is 50:1. So for 5,500ml, it would be 110ml.
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Con: these higher up models do not use needle bearings in their wrist pin assembly! If you do not use the Stihl motomix brand the piston will not get enough oil and the bronze bushing will crack resulting in a loose piston which will make the engine knock and sound horrible. The wrong lubricant will destroy this eventually and the machine will be destroyed. In order to fix it you would need to replace the entire crank shaft and piston it’s over $400.00 so not worth it. Great blower just make sure you use Stihl mix fuel or it will cost you!
My BR 600 starts the first or second pull everytime. The unit has low vibration and low noise but blows better than any blower that I have ever used. This is by far, the best blower that I have ever had.
I’ve blown more snow with my leaf blower, than I have leaves! It’s an awesome tool!
The engine is easy starting, runs smoothly and it has the power to move leaves, acorns, sticks. I can clear a forest path in the fall at a normal walking speed. That’s 2-3 inches of material blown clear while walking along the trail.