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Stihl BR 450 vs BR 350 - The Differences

Further down the page, you'll find some explanations regarding the key similarities and differences between the Stihl BR 350 and the Stihl BR 450.

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

Stihl BR 350	Stihl BR 450

Less noisy Slighlty less expensive	Higher CFM Higher MPH

Feel, Fuel & Noise

As the BR 350 and the BR 450 are both Stihl blowers, they benefit from the same level of quality and attention to detail.

These two products are constructed as backpack blowers, allowing you to comfortably carry their big engines and massive fuel tanks. Both products have their throttle located on the tube of the blower, which allows you to keep your left hand free.
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.
The Stihl BR 450's 23.4-lb weight is very close to the 22 lbs of the Stihl BR 350, meaning comfort, handling, and fatigue should be almost identical between the two.
Although the difference in noise rating between the Stihl BR 450, registering at 77 dB, and the Stihl BR 350, at 74 dB, appears minor, it can impact both the operator's experience and nearby neighbors.

CFM & MPH

The Stihl BR 450, providing a CFM of 695, outmatches the 436 CFM of the Stihl BR 350. Your leaf blowing experience will therefore be outstandingly improved with the Stihl BR 450, as it should be able to move considerably more leaves per minute.
With an MPH of 233, the Stihl BR 450 moderately surpasses the 201 MPH of the Stihl BR 350, offering slightly superior airspeed for enhanced performance in blowing leaves on grass or lifting heavy debris and wet leaves.

Engine specs

Both devices have an identical fuel tank size of 57.5 fl.oz. They will therefore require you to refill them at roughly same rates.
Both products boast an engine displacement of 63.3 cc, hinting at similar fuel consumption rates per stroke and potentially yielding comparable performance outcomes. With 2-stroke engines, both leaf blowers mandate an oil/fuel mix as part of their operation.