Husqvarna 560BTS VS Stihl BR 600 - Spec & Feature Comparison

Further down the page, you'll find some explanations regarding the key similarities and differences between the Husqvarna 560BTS and the Stihl BR 600.

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

Husqvarna 560BTS	Stihl BR 600

Bigger fuel tank	Higher CFM Higher MPH Lighter Less noisy 4-Mix engine
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Common specs comparison

Make & handling

As the Stihl BR 600 and the Husqvarna 560BTS do not share the same manufacturer, their overall build and technology in use can vary. The throttle for both products is conveniently placed on the blower's tube, freeing up your left hand for other tasks.
These two products are constructed as backpack blowers, allowing you to comfortably carry their big engines and massive fuel tanks.
gas-powered blowers, both products offer a dependable power source that can be refilled quickly, allowing you the mobility to cover extensive outdoor spaces without interruption.

CFM & MPH

While the difference is slight, the Stihl BR 600's CFM rating of 677 marginally outpaces the 631 CFM of the Husqvarna 560BTS, potentially resulting in a subtle improvement in leaf-clearing performance.
The MPH of 238 for the Stihl BR 600 slightly outperforms the 232 MPH of the Husqvarna 560BTS, enhancing its effectiveness in clearing leaves on grass or lifting wet debris.

Weight & Noise rating

The weight of the Husqvarna 560BTS, at 23.25 lbs, slightly exceeds that of the 21.6 lbs Stihl BR 600, which means you may experience slightly less fatigue and find it easier to maneuver during prolonged use.
At 97 dB, the Husqvarna 560BTS produces a substantially louder noise compared to the 75 dB of the Stihl BR 600. This means that the latter will provide a significantly quieter operation, ensuring greater comfort for you and minimizing noise impact on those around you.

Engine specs comparison

With its ample fuel capacity of 74.4 fl.oz., the Husqvarna 560BTS surpasses the Stihl BR 600's 47.3 fl.oz. tank. This larger reservoir means more fuel on hand, potentially extending runtime, provided both engines consume fuel at similar rates.
These two products feature engine displacements that are virtually the same, implying that their fuel consumption per stroke and overall performance should be closely matched.
Each of these blowers requires a fuel/oil mix to operate, as the Husqvarna 560BTS features a 2-cycle engine, and the Stihl BR 600 is powered by the Stihl 4-Mix 4-stroke engine.