Stihl BR 200 VS BG 86 - Spec & Feature Comparison

Further down the page, you'll find some explanations regarding the key similarities and differences between the Stihl BR 200 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:

Stihl BR 200	Stihl BG 86

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

Make & handling

As the BR 200 and the BG 86 are both Stihl blowers, they benefit from the same level of quality and attention to detail.
The Stihl BG 86 is handheld and provides you with further mobility over the Stihl BR 200, as its backpack design is by far bulkier. However, the latter can utilize a more powerful engine.
Both products, gas blowers, offer a swift refill system, saving you time on refueling and allowing you to efficiently manage large outdoor spaces.

CFM & MPH

The Stihl BG 86 boasts a slightly higher CFM rating of 444 compared to the Stihl BR 200 (400 CFM), suggesting it may have a slight advantage in leaf-moving power.
The MPH of the Stihl BG 86, at 190, modestly exceeds the 150 MPH of the Stihl BR 200, allowing it to blow leaves on grass or lift heavy debris (acorns, etc.) and wet leaves more effectively.

Weight & Noise rating

The Stihl BR 200, at 12.6 lbs, significantly surpasses the 9.7 lbs of the Stihl BG 86, potentially leading to increased user strain and requiring more effort to handle. This significant difference in weight is by design, and due to the fact that the Stihl BR 200 is a backpack blower, whereas the Stihl BG 86 is handheld.
Both devices have a noise rating of 70 dB, ensuring they would neither cause significantly more disturbance to neighbors than the other, nor be noticeably louder to the operator's ears.

Engine specs comparison

The Stihl BR 200 features a notably larger tank, accommodating 35.5 fl.oz. of fuel, compared to the Stihl BG 86's 14.9 fl.oz. capacity. This allows for greater fuel storage, which could translate to extended operation, assuming both engines use fuel at similar rates. The lower fuel tank capacity of the Stihl BG 86 can be accounted for by its handheld handling. In contrast, the Stihl BR 200's backpack design allows you to comfortably carry a larger fuel tank’s weight and dimensions.
Both products boast an engine displacement of 27.2cc, hinting at similar fuel consumption rates per stroke and potentially yielding comparable performance outcomes.
With 2-cycle engines, both leaf blowers mandate an oil/fuel mix as part of their operation.

Other features comparison

Vacuum ability

Unlike the Stihl BR 200, the Stihl BG 86 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.