Stihl BGA 45 review
First look
- Leaf blower
- Cordless battery
The Stihl FSA 45 is a cordless leaf blower costing just £99, around half the price of the next cheapest cordless leaf blower in Stihl's range. It's aimed at gardeners who want to clear up their lawns and patios, but is it up to the job? Find out in our first look review.
- Pros and cons
- What is it?
- What's it good at?
- Is there anything I should look out for?
- Is there anything else I should know?
- Which first look verdict
Technical specifications
General
- TypeLeaf blower
- Power typeCordless battery
- Cable length-
Features
- Single switch conversion between blow and vac-
- Collection bag capacity
- Impeller
Test results
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- 46%Lowest score
- 64%Average score
- 76%Highest score
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