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Stihl SHA 56 - 36V 300 CFM Cordless Brushless Blower Vac

The Stihl SHA 56 is a 3-in-1 cordless blower/vacuum/mulcher delivering 300 CFM at 125 MPH. It is powered by a 36V AK battery. (Read full specs)

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Features and Specifications

Type
Type Cordless
Handling Handheld
CFM Up to 300
MPH Up to 125
Blowing Force N/A
Engine
BrushlessYes
Voltage36 V
Speed settings 1
Features
Battery Li-ion
Autonomy N/A
Vacuum Yes
Mulcher Yes
Mulching ratio 10:1
Misc
Battery included 0
Weight (tool only)7.1 lbs
Noise rating N/A
Warranty 3 years

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Description

With its lightweight padded shoulder strap and rotatable handle, you can work comfortably in both operating modes until the job is done right. For maximum performance, the tool comes with two tubes—one for each specific operating function. (source: Stihl)

Overview of the Stihl SHA 56

The Stihl SHA 56 in use

The Stihl SHA 56

  • Power: The Stihl SHA 56 is a cordless blower with a maximum air volume rating of 300 cubic feet per minute (CFM) and an air speed of 125 MPH.
  • Power delivery: This blower has a brushless, battery-operated motor. Thus, the user won’t have to worry about tripping over pesky cords when they’re busy working their lawn.
  • Battery: The SHA 56 works with Stihl's 36V AK series batteries. The unit's runtime will therefore depend on the chosen battery size. By default, the blower doesn't come with any battery or charger.
  • Handling: Designed to be handheld, this blower offers excellent maneuverability, making it effortless to carry and use for short periods. At 7.1 lbs for the bare tool alone, the Stihl SHA 56 falls within the average weight range for cordless handheld blowers, offering versatility in handling various outdoor tasks.
  • Speed Settings: The Stihl SHA 56 does not have multiple speed settings. Once the blower is turned on, it always operates at the same speed.
  • Vacuum: With its versatile design, the SHA 56 serves as both a blower and a vacuum, ensuring efficient leaf management by swiftly gathering debris into a collection bag (10.6 gallon bag included).
  • Mulching: The manufacturer’s specifications give it a mulching ratio of 10:1. For every 10 bags you put in, it will reduce down to just one bag of mulch.

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The Stihl SHA 56's performance versus other blowers

The following charts are provided to give you an idea how the key specs of the Stihl SHA 56 compare with handheld leaf blowers of similar voltage (between 36 and 48V).

  • Air expelled from the nozzle of this blower can reach 125 MPH. When compared to others of this type, the SHA 56 has a lower air speed than most battery-operated handheld blowers in the 36 and 48V range. For the fastest air speed in this category, you may want to consider the Husqvarna 350iB, which can expell air at a velocity that can reach 200 MPH.
  • Its max air volume rating (300 cubic feet per minute) means it is really not the biggest air producer of cordless handheld blowers with a comparable voltage. For the highest air volume, you may want to have a look at the Husqvarna 350iB, which boasts with 800 CFM.

Price comparison

As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other cordless blowers, the Stihl SHA 56 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

STRENGTHS:
  • In the expected price range
  • Brushless motor
  • Leaf collection bag included
AVERAGE SPECS:
  • Decent weight (7.1 lbs)
WEAKNESSES:
  • No speed variation
  • Low CFM (300 CFM)
  • Low MPH (125 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 SHA 56 is covered under a warranty for up to 3 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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