Stihl BG 56 C-E

Leaf Blowers / Gasoline Handheld Blowers

This Stihl 27.2-cc gasoline handheld leaf blower weighs about 10 lbs., and lacks vacuum capability. It comes with a 2-year warranty.

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Overall Score

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What goes into the Overall Score?

OWNER SURVEYS

Sweeping

/ 5

Loosening

/ 5

Power

/ 5

Handling and ease of use

/ 5

Run time

/ 5

Charge time

/ 5

Noise at ear

/ 5

Noise at 50 ft.

/ 5

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Sweeping: Indicates the speed of moving a pile of leaves.
Loosening: Indicates the speed of removing embedded leaf particles from the lawn.
Vacuuming: Reflects how quickly and effectively models with vacuum capability pick up leaves and how finely they are mulched.
Handling and ease of use: Includes ease of maneuvering, using controls, and changing modes.
Noise at ear: Blower-mode noise is based on our measurements at the operator’s ear level. Models rated Fair or Poor at ear level emitted at least 85 dBA, loud enough to warrant hearing protection.
Noise at 50 feet: Blower-mode noise is based on industry-standard measurements at 50 feet. Models rated Very Good or Excellent at 50 feet should meet common municipal limits of 65 decibels (dBA).

Features & Specs

Features

Spring assisted starting

Vacuum capability

Translucent fuel tank

Yes

Specs

Weight (lbs.)

9.8

cc/amp

27.2-cc

Volts

Multiple speeds

Yes

Warranty (yrs.)

Fuel type

Requires Oil and Gas Mixture

Stihl BG 56 C-E

CR Expert Take

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