Stihl BGA 86 vs BG 86 - The Differences

Further down the page, you'll find some explanations regarding the key similarities and differences between the Stihl BG 86 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 BG 86	Stihl BGA 86
Higher MPH Leaf vacuum	Higher CFM Lighter Less noisy Significantly less expensive
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Feel, Fuel & Noise

As the BG 86 and the BGA 86 are both Stihl blowers, they benefit from the same level of quality and attention to detail.

• Handling: These two products are handheld blowers and therefore provide you with superior mobility.
• Power Source: Opting for the cordless Stihl BGA 86 provides eco-conscious operation but entails longer recharge times. Conversely, the gas-powered Stihl BG 86 offers quick refills, ensuring uninterrupted operation, particularly beneficial for extended tasks.
• Weight:
  The Stihl BG 86, weighing 9.7 lbs, greatly exceeds the Stihl BGA 86's 6.2 lbs, and this large difference in weight can strongly affect comfort and endurance. This significant difference in weight is by design, and due to the fact that the Stihl BG 86 is a Handheld blower, whereas the Stihl BGA 86 is handheld.
• Noise: The Stihl BG 86 emits noise at 70 dB, markedly louder than the 58 dB of the Stihl BGA 86. As a result, using the latter will be noticeably gentler on your ears and less likely to disrupt your neighbors. The Stihl BG 86 is powered by gasoline and thus, is naturally more noisy than the Stihl BGA 86, which uses electricity.

CFM & MPH

• CFM:
  Comparatively, the Stihl BGA 86 boasts a CFM of 459, surpassing the 365 CFM of the Stihl BG 86, positioning it as the more effective choice for clearing leaves in a shorter amount of time.
• MPH: The MPH of the Stihl BG 86, at 190, modestly exceeds the 154 MPH of the Stihl BGA 86, allowing it to blow leaves on grass or lift heavy debris (acorns, etc.) and wet leaves more effectively.

Other features

• Vacuum Ability: Unlike the Stihl BGA 86, the Stihl BG 86 boasts a leaf vacuum function – providing a hassle-free and cleaner method for dealing with leaf piles, which you might appreciate during your yard work.

TL;DR

Stihl BG 86	Stihl BGA 86
Higher MPH Leaf vacuum	Higher CFM Lighter Less noisy Significantly less expensive
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