Husqvarna 125BVX VS Stihl BG 86 - Spec & Feature Comparison

Further down the page, you'll find some explanations regarding the key similarities and differences between the Husqvarna 125BVX and the Stihl BG 86.

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

Husqvarna 125BVX	Stihl BG 86

Lighter Leaf vacuum Bigger fuel tank Slighlty less expensive	Higher CFM Higher MPH Less noisy
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Common specs comparison

Make & handling

As the Stihl BG 86 and the Husqvarna 125BVX do not share the same manufacturer, their overall build and technology in use can vary.
These two products are handheld blowers and therefore provide you with superior mobility.
Both products are gas-powered blowers - gas is a reliable power source which you can refill in a matter of seconds.

CFM & MPH

The Stihl BG 86 with a CFM of 444 slightly exceeds the 425 CFM of the Husqvarna 125BVX. Thus, in comparison, you may find that the former is able to move more leaves per minute.
The Stihl BG 86's MPH of 190 beats the 170 MPH of the Husqvarna 125BVX. It therefore expels air faster and should aid you blowing leaves on grass or lifting heavy debris (acorns, etc.) and wet leaves more effectively.

Weight & Noise rating

The weight of the Stihl BG 86, which is 9.7 lbs, slightly exceeds the 9.6 lbs of the Husqvarna 125BVX, and will therefore require you to carry around slightly more weight.
The Husqvarna 125BVX produces 94 dB, which is significantly higher than the 70 dB of the Stihl BG 86. Thus, the latter will be much easier on your ears.

Engine specs comparison

The Husqvarna 125BVX's fuel tank has a volume of 16.91 fl.oz., exceeding the 14.9 fl.oz. of the Stihl BG 86. Therefore, you may store more fuel in the device and theoretically operate it longer, if their engines are equally demanding.
In comparison, the Stihl BG 86's engine displacement of 27.2cc is slightly outperformed by the 28cc of the Husqvarna 125BVX. This suggests that the latter consumes slightly larger amounts of fuel per stroke and will provide you with slightly more power.
Each of these leaf blowers features a 2-cycle engine. Thus, they both require you to have an oil/fuel mix to operate.

Other features comparison

Vacuum ability

Unlike the Stihl BG 86, the Husqvarna 125BVX can be used as a leaf vacuum – A convenient and less messy method of leaf disposal, which you may find handy when dealing with piles of leaves.