Stihl BR 200 VS BR 600 - 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 BR 600.

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 BR 600

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

Manufactured by Stihl, both the BR 200 and the BR 600 should uphold similar standards of quality and attention to detail. 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.
Both products are gas-powered blowers - gas is a reliable power source which you can refill in a matter of seconds, offering you the freedom of movement to tackle larger outdoor spaces with ease.

The Stihl BR 600, providing a CFM of 677, outmatches the 400 CFM of the Stihl BR 200. Your leaf blowing experience will therefore be outstandingly improved with the Stihl BR 600, as it should be able to move considerably more leaves per minute.
You will find that the Stihl BR 600 at an MPH of 238 outperforms the 150 MPH of the Stihl BR 200 and can blow leaves on grass or lift wet leaves or heavier debris (acorns, etc.) effortlessly in comparison to the latter.

The Stihl BR 600, weighing 21.6 lbs, markedly exceeds the 12.6 lbs of the Stihl BR 200, which could result in greater user exertion and the need for additional strength during operation.
The noise rating of the Stihl BR 600 at 75 dB exceeds that of the Stihl BR 200 at 70 dB. Consequently, opting for the Stihl BR 200 may provide a more comfortable experience for both you and your neighbors.

With its generous 47.3 fl.oz. fuel tank, the Stihl BR 600 outstrips the Stihl BR 200, which holds 35.5 fl.oz. of fuel. This disparity means more fuel available for longer runtime, assuming comparable fuel consumption rates between the two engines.
Comparatively, the Stihl BR 600 features an engine displacement of 64.8cc, towering over the 27.2cc of the Stihl BR 200. This suggests that the former could consume substantially more fuel per stroke, yielding considerably greater power.
Each of these blowers requires a fuel/oil mix to operate, as the Stihl BR 200 features a 2-cycle engine, and the Stihl BR 600 is powered by the Stihl 4-Mix 4-stroke engine.