Stihl Commercial Backpack Blower - BR 500

Description

The STIHL BR 500 is a professional backpack blower designed for landscape professionals and discerning consumers. This powerful gas leaf blower combines superior blowing power with exceptional fuel efficiency and a quiet operation, making it ideal for use in noise-sensitive areas such as residential neighborhoods and municipalities with noise restrictions. The BR 500 features a high-powered, large displacement STIHL 4-MIX engine that provides smooth, fast acceleration and increased fuel efficiency.

Equipped with advanced ergonomic features, the BR 500 includes a simplified starting procedure, a high-quality dual adjust strap system, and noticeably low vibration levels to reduce worker fatigue. The blower also includes a specially designed muffled blower tube that operates at a quiet 65 dB(A), ensuring powerful performance without excessive noise.

Key Features

• Single-Handed Operation: Simplified starting procedure allows for easy start-up and control.
• Low Noise Operation: Specially designed muffled blower tube reduces noise to 65 dB(A), making it suitable for noise-sensitive areas.
• Advanced Ergonomics: High-quality dual adjust strap system and low vibration levels reduce worker fatigue.
• Fuel Efficiency: Exceptional fuel efficiency reduces operating costs.
• Adjustable Blower Tube: Two-position adjustable blower tube provides greater control over air flow.
• Translucent Fuel Tank: Easy to monitor fuel levels.
• Easy-Grip Throttle Controls: Includes throttle trigger lock with built-in momentary stop switch and cruise control.
• Environmental Benefits: Meets emissions requirements with the STIHL 4-MIX technology, offering a cleaner-running machine.

Specifications

General

• Weight: 10.1kg (22.3lbs)
• Fuel Capacity: 1400cc (47.3oz)

Engine

• Displacement: 64.8cc (3.95cu.in)
• Engine Power: 2.0kW (2.7bhp)

Performance

• Air Velocity: Average: 77m/sec (173mph), Maximum: 93m/sec (207mph)
• Air Volume: At Nozzle: 925m3/h (544cfm), With Tube: 810m3/h (477cfm), Without Tube: 1380m3/h (812cfm)
• Blowing Force: 22N

Noise and Emissions

• Sound Pressure Rating: 65dB(A)
• Emissions Technology: STIHL 4-MIX technology for low emissions and fuel efficiency

Design and Comfort

• Frame Material: Sturdy lightweight polymer frames
• Starting Procedure: Simplified starting procedure for single-handed operation
• Vibration Levels: Notably low vibration levels
• Adjustable Support Harness: High-quality dual adjust strap system
• Control Handle: Adjustable control handle with throttle trigger lock and built-in momentary stop switch
• Top Carry Handle: Built-in top carry handle for easy transport

Additional Features

• Translucent Fuel Tank: Easy to monitor fuel levels
• Easy-Grip Throttle Controls: Includes cruise control
• Blower Tube Adjustability: Two-position adjustable blower tube for greater control over air flow