The Stihl BR 800 C-E MAGNUM® is a gas-powered backpack leaf blower delivering 912 CFM at 239 MPH. It features a 4-cycle 79.9cc engine. (Read full specs)
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Features and Specifications
| Type | Gas-Powered |
|---|---|
| Handling | Backpack |
| CFM | Up to 912 |
| MPH | Up to 239 |
| Blowing Force | 41 N |
| Make | 4-Mix |
|---|---|
| Engine displacement | 79.9cc |
| Strokes | 4 |
| Fuel/oil ratio | 50:1 |
| Speed settings | Variable |
| Throttle position | Tube |
|---|---|
| Cruise control | Yes |
| Fuel tank | 67.6 fl. oz. |
| Vacuum | No |
| Weight | 25.8 lbs |
|---|---|
| Noise rating | 78 dB |
| Warranty | 2 years |
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Description
Overview of the Stihl BR 800 C-E MAGNUM®
The Stihl BR 800 C-E MAGNUM®
- Power: The Stihl BR 800 C-E MAGNUM® is a gas-powered blower with a maximum air volume rating of 912 cubic feet per minute (CFM) and an air speed of 239 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. Be aware that, at 25.8 lbs, the Stihl BR 800 C-E MAGNUM® is on the heavier side of gas-powered backpack blowers.
- Engine: This blower is fitted with a 79.9cc 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: To provide more control over their job to the user, the unit has a variable speed control setting. No matter the size of the job, the user can adjust the airflow of the Stihl BR 800 C-E MAGNUM® to match it. On top of that, maintaining the selected speed is effortless, as it also features cruise control.
- Noise: Its noise level of 78 dB falls within the expected range for gas-powered backpack blowers.
- Fuel Tank: Its tank can hold 67.6 fluid ounces, so it falls squarely in the average in terms of fuel capacity for backpack blowers.
- Easy2Start™: The BR 800 C-E MAGNUM® has the letter “E” in its name, which is Stihl’s indication that it benefits from Stihl’s proprietary Easy2Start™ (also called “ErgoStart”) technology. As the name suggests, this technology makes the starter mechanism more reliable 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.
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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.
- Forced air exiting this blower has been clocked at a max speed of 239 MPH. This puts the BR 800 C-E MAGNUM® ahead of the pack as far as air speed is concerned in 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.
- The Stihl BR 800 C-E MAGNUM® is a powerhouse, boasting an airflow capacity of 912 CFM (Cubic Foot per Minute), firmly establishing itself among the most potent 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 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-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
- Easy2Start™ technology
- 4-Mix Engine
- High CFM (912 CFM)
- High MPH (239 MPH)
- Decent tank (67.6 fl. oz.)
- Acceptable noise (78 dB)
- Quite heavy (25.8 lbs)
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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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.