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Stihl BR 700 - 912 CFM Gas Backpack Blower

The Stihl BR 700 is a gas-powered backpack leaf blower delivering 912 CFM at 197 MPH. It features a 4-cycle 64.8cc engine. (Read full specs)

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Stihl BR 700 912 CFM Gas Backpack Blower
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Features and Specifications

Type
Type Gas-Powered
Handling Backpack
CFM Up to 912
MPH Up to 197
Blowing Force 35 N
Engine
Make 4-Mix
Engine displacement 64.8cc
Strokes 4
Fuel/oil ratio 50:1
Speed settings Variable
Features
Throttle positionTube
Cruise controlNo
Fuel tank 47.3 fl. oz.
Vacuum No
Misc
Weight 23.4 lbs
Noise rating 75 dB
Warranty 2 years

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Description

The STIHL BR 700 is a high output professional blower able to clear piles of wet leaves and reduce bottom-line costs with its fuel-efficient engine. Professionals will love the adaptive design features, including an adjustable telescopic tube to accommodate users of different heights, as well as the control handle that quickly adjusts with the snap of a lever, no tools required, to provide the most comfortable position. For further convenience, this blower comes with a semi-automatic choke for smooth and easy starts. Designed with an optimal power-to-weight ratio, the BR 700 combines power and portability so you can get the job done whenever, wherever. (source: Stihl)

Overview of the Stihl BR 700

The Stihl BR 700 in use

The Stihl BR 700

  • Power: The Stihl BR 700 is a gas-powered leaf blower. It features a maximum air speed of 197 MPH and a maximum air volume rating of 912 cubic feet per minute (CFM).
  • Handling: Like most backpack blowers, this model is technically heavier than a handheld. That being said, it can feel lighter and more comfortable because of the way it is carried, even when used over extended periods of time. Its throttle is located on the tube, which allows you to keep your left hand free. The telescopic tube enables quick and easy adjustments: shortening for tight spaces and extending as needed. At 23.4 lbs, the Stihl BR 700 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's 4-Mix engine has a displacement specification of 64.8cc. 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: 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 BR 700 to match.
  • Noise: As far as gas-powered backpack blowers go, this one is average in terms of noise with a rating of 75 dB.
  • Fuel Tank: Its fuel tank holds 47.3 fl. oz., a common capacity seen in gas-powered backpack blowers.

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The Stihl BR 700's performance versus other blowers

The following charts are provided to give you an idea how the key specs of the Stihl BR 700 compare with similar leaf blowers.

  • Upon exiting the nozzle, the air can reach speeds of up to 197 MPH, which is on the lower end for gas-powered backpack blowers. For the fastest air speed in this category, you may want to consider the Husqvarna 150BT, which can expell air at a velocity that can reach 270 MPH.
  • If air volume is an important feature, the BR 700 by Stihl will not disappoint. Its airflow maxes out at 912 CFM (cubic feet per minute), which is more powerful than most gas-powered backpack blowers. If air volume is important to you, the Husqvarna 590BTS, with 1245 CFM, could be in your good books.

Price comparison

As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other gas backpack blowers, the Stihl BR 700 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

STRENGTHS:
  • In the expected price range
  • 4-Mix Engine
  • High CFM (912 CFM)
AVERAGE SPECS:
  • Decent weight (23.4 lbs)
  • Decent tank (47.3 fl. oz.)
  • Acceptable noise (75 dB)
WEAKNESSES:
  • No cruise control
  • Low MPH (197 MPH)

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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 700 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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