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Stihl Leaf Blower BG 55 Specs

Owning a leaf blower can help you put the finishing touches on your home landscaping. You can use it to remove grass clippings from your sidewalk after mowing and to blow stray leaves off your driveway. Examining the specs of the Stihl BG 55 handheld blower can help you determine if this model is the right match for your needs.
  1. Volume and Velocity

    • The round nozzle on the Stihl BG 55 shoots out air at a speed of 140 miles per hour. This tool delivers air at a velocity of 418 cubic feet per minute.

    Engine

    • The gasoline engine in the Stihl BG 55 produces a horsepower measurement of 0.9. It features a primer bulb, translucent fuel tank and enclosed throttle cables. Stihl says the engine design allows easy access to the spark plug and air filter. The engine has a displacement of 27.2 cc, along with a protected choke lever and throttle trigger.

    Weight, Fuel Capacity and Sound

    • You can fit 13.5 oz. of fuel into the Stihl BG 55. The manufacturer says this unit weighs 9 lbs. and has a decibel measurement of 69 dBA, which is equal to the amount of noise a vacuum cleaner 10 feet away from you would make and twice as loud as an ordinary conversation.

    Warranty and Accessories

    • Stihl handheld blowers come with a two-year limited warranty. Accessories available for this model include a vacuum kit, gutter-cleaning kit and flat nozzle.