Stihl BR 800 C-E MAGNUM® - 912 CFM Gas Backpack Blower
The Stihl BR 800 C-E MAGNUM® is a gas-powered backpack leaf blower delivering up to 912 CFM and 239 MPH. It features a 4-stroke 79.9-cc engine. (Read full specs)
Note: Some serial numbers of the BR 800 C-E are currently being recalled by Stihl. Check the official recall notice (opens in a new tab) to find out if your unit is affected.
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Description
To tackle large properties and heavy debris, there is nothing like the clean-up power of the BR 800 C-E MAGNUM®. Built in America*, the most powerful backpack blower in the STIHL line offers maximum blowing force as well as optimal comfort. Ideal for professional landscapers, it features a multi-function control handle allowing users to effortlessly access all the controls on one comfortable handle. This blower completes tasks with 20% more power than the BR 700, and can be hung for storage. Its telescopic tube is easily adjustable for various user heights without the use of tools. The BR 800 C-E MAGNUM® also features a starting handle on the side of the unit, allowing users to start and restart the engine while continuing to wear the blower on their back, and a one-touch stop switch that can turn off the engine with the simple press of a button.
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The Stihl BR 800 C-E MAGNUM®
With its gas backpack design, the Stihl BR 800 C-E MAGNUM® is suited for homeowners with properties with wide lawns, large gardens, or estate-sized grounds over half an acre, and landscaping professionals handling large-scale landscaping jobs.
It is rated for a max air volume of 912 cubic feet per minute (CFM) and a max air speed of 239 MPH. 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.
With its 79.9-cc 4-stroke 4-Mix engine, the BR 800 C-E MAGNUM® operates on a 50:1 fuel-oil mixture, unlike most 4-stroke engines. The BR 800 C-E MAGNUM® benefits from Stihl’s proprietary Easy2Start™ (also called “ErgoStart”) technology. It makes the starter mechanism more reliably thanks to an additional spring between the crankshaft and the starter rope. Upon pulling the starter rope, the engine will attempt to start regardless of how hard the rope was pulled – even a simple two-finger pull is sufficient to start it. Easy2Start™ allows the BR 800 C-E MAGNUM® to be started with remarkably less effort than most other blowers. Its tank has a capacity of 67.6 fl. oz., which is typical for backpack gas blowers.
Users seeking ease of use will appreciate the BR 800 C-E MAGNUM®'s variable speed settings for precise airflow adjustment and cruise control for consistent operation.
This gas backpack blower has a dry weight of 25.8 lbs and shifts most of the weight to the back, reducing strain on the arms during operation. Its throttle is located on the tube, which allows to keep the left hand free.
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The Stihl BR 800 C-E MAGNUM®'s performance versus other blowers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea how the key specs of the Stihl BR 800 C-E MAGNUM® compare with similar leaf blowers.
- When compared to other gas-powered backpack blowers over 75cc, the Stihl BR 800 C-E MAGNUM® falls in the mid-range for weight at 25.8 lbs. Should weight be a deciding factor, the Stihl BR 800 X MAGNUM® is worth a look at just 23 lbs.
- It can propel air from the nozzle at speeds going up to 239 MPH, placing it at the top of its class for air velocity among gas-powered backpack blowers over 75cc. If you wish to benefit from air expelled at the fastest possible speed, the PRORUN PBB3000 and its 250 MPH could be an option to consider.
- It’s capable of expelling a maximum air volume of 912 CFM (cubic feet per minute). This places it at the low end compared to other gas-powered backpack blowers with a comparable engine size. For the highest air volume, you may want to have a look at the Husqvarna 590BTS, which boasts with 1245 CFM.
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Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other gas backpack blowers, the Stihl BR 800 C-E MAGNUM® 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-stroke and 4-stroke 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
- Easy2Start™ technology
- Cruise control
- 4-Mix Engine
- High MPH (239 MPH)
- Decent tank (67.6 fl. oz.)
- Decent weight (25.8 lbs)
- Low CFM (912 CFM)
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Features and Specifications
| Type | Gas-Powered |
|---|---|
| Handling | Backpack |
| Air volume | Up to 912 CFM |
| Air speed | Up to 239 MPH |
| Blowing force | Up to 41 N |
| Engine type | 4-stroke 4-Mix |
|---|---|
| Engine displacement | 79.9cc |
| Fuel/oil ratio | 50:1 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 67.6 fl. oz. |
| Speed settings | Variable |
| Cruise control | Yes |
|---|---|
| Noise rating | 78 dB |
| Throttle position | Tube |
| Weight | 25.8 lbs |
|---|---|
| Warranty | 2 years |
| UPC | 886661433346 |
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 800 C-E MAGNUM®, 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 800 C-E MAGNUM® 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
Can I buy the mixed fuel (50:1 oil to gas) at a store already mixed and made? Or do I need to do the mixing myself? (Asked November 3, 2020)
You can buy the fuel pre-mixed, but ensure gasoline has a minimum octane rating of 89 and no more than 10% ethanol content.
What is the gas mix for this unit. (Asked October 30, 2021)
Gas-oil ration is 50:1.
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User Reviews
Great blower, very comfortable to wear. Starting is a breeze, and the power it puts out gets the jobs done fast. It doed consume gas but then again thats the trade off for the power you get. Very satisfied with this blower.
Excellent machine reliable starts easy
800 Magnum is great when working. Difficult to start.
The Stihl BR 800 CE Backpack Blower is a great & powerful machine. It has plenty of power & the speed is easily controlled at the handle hand grip. Would highly recommend this blower for the toughest of applications.