Stihl BGA 85 VS BGA 86 - Spec & Feature Comparison

Further down the page, you'll find some explanations regarding the key similarities and differences between the Stihl BGA 85 and the Stihl BGA 86.

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

Stihl BGA 85	Stihl BGA 86

Battery included Higher autonomy	Higher CFM Higher MPH Lighter Less noisy
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Common specs comparison

Make & handling

Belonging to the line of Stihl blowers, both the BGA 85 and the BGA 86 should have a shared standard of manufacturing and attention to detail.
These two products are handheld blowers and therefore provide you with superior mobility.
Both products are designed as cordless blowers, harnessing a budget-friendly and eco-conscious power supply that's effortlessly rechargeable.

CFM & MPH

Comparatively, the Stihl BGA 86 boasts a CFM of 459, surpassing the 391 CFM of the Stihl BGA 85, positioning it as the more effective choice for clearing leaves in a shorter amount of time.
The Stihl BGA 86, boasting an MPH of 154, notably outshines the 104 MPH of the Stihl BGA 85, demonstrating superior capability in blowing leaves on grass or lifting heavier debris such as wet leaves and acorns.

Weight & Noise rating

In order to compare the weight of these 2 units, we first need to keep in mind that the Stihl BGA 85 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 85. Excluding the batteries, the heavier Stihl BGA 85, standing at 7.1 lbs, dwarfs the 6.2 lbs of the Stihl BGA 86.
With a noise rating of 64 dB, the Stihl BGA 85 exceeds the 58 dB rating of the Stihl BGA 86. Consequently, selecting the Stihl BGA 86 might ensure a more peaceful atmosphere for both you and your neighbors.

Other features comparison

Vacuum ability

With no leaf vacuuming functionality in either the Stihl BGA 85 or the Stihl BGA 86, you'll have to find another way to gather leaves.

Autonomy

The Stihl BGA 85, boasting a maximum autonomy of 24 mins, slightly surpasses the 21 mins of the Stihl BGA 86. This extended operational time ensures that the Stihl BGA 85 can handle longer tasks without needing a recharge, offering users greater flexibility and uninterrupted workflow.