Stihl BGA 60 vs BGA 86 - The Differences

Further down the page, you'll find some explanations regarding the key similarities and differences between the Stihl BGA 86 and the Stihl BGA 60.

But before checking out these explanations, here's a table that summarizes the main pros of each of these 2 leaf blowers:

Stihl BGA 86	Stihl BGA 60
Higher autonomy Less expensive	Higher CFM Lighter Less noisy
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Feel, Fuel & Noise

Manufactured by Stihl, both the BGA 86 and the BGA 60 should uphold similar standards of quality and attention to detail.

• Handling: Since both products are handheld blowers, they offer excellent mobility for your convenience.
• Power Source: These models are cordless blowers, harnessing the convenience and affordability of rechargeable batteries as their power source, promoting sustainability and ease of use.
• Weight:
  In order to compare the weight of these 2 units, we first need to keep in mind that the Stihl BGA 60 comes with a battery, while the Stihl BGA 86 is a bare tool. Thus, for the comparison to make sense, we must consider the bare tool weight of the BGA 60. Excluding the batteries, the heavier Stihl BGA 86, at 6.2 lbs, shows a clear weight increase over the Stihl BGA 60 at 5.1 lbs. That said, even when factoring the battery in, the latter remains the lightest unit (5.1 lbs).
• Noise: While the noise variation between the Stihl BGA 86, recorded at 58 dB, and the Stihl BGA 60, noted at 56 dB, seems marginal, it could still influence the operator and neighboring individuals.

CFM & MPH

• CFM:
  The Stihl BGA 60 with a CFM of 459 slightly exceeds the 458 CFM of the Stihl BGA 86. Thus, in comparison, you may find that the former is able to move more leaves per minute.
• MPH: These two blowers share an MPH rating of 154, which means they're equally adept at clearing leaves on grass or lifting heavier debris such as wet leaves and acorns.

Other features

• Vacuum Ability: Neither the Stihl BGA 86 nor the Stihl BGA 60 has the ability to vacuum leaves. Thus, you will require another method of leaf collection.
• Autonomy: The Stihl BGA 86's impressive autonomy of 150 mins significantly surpasses the 16 mins of the Stihl BGA 60. This not only means you'll spend less time recharging but also enjoy longer uninterrupted sessions of yard work, enhancing your productivity and efficiency.

TL;DR

Stihl BGA 86	Stihl BGA 60
Higher autonomy Less expensive	Higher CFM Lighter Less noisy
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