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STIHL EXPANDS 4-MIX® FAMILY WITH NEW BACKPACK BLOWERS

BR 500 – One of the Most Powerful and Quietest Blowers in Its Class
BR 550 – Price Optimized with Power

Release Date: February 2005

Press Contacts:
Anita Gambill (757) 486-9151 or
Terry Kelley (757) 340-7425
All other inquiries:
STIHL Incorporated
(757) 486-9100

BR 500VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – Landscape professionals and discerning consumers have asked for them, and STIHL has delivered. Equipped with a high-powered, large displacement STIHL 4-MIX® engine, the BR 500 and BR 550 backpack blowers will impress you with their superior blowing power. Truly the next generation of STIHL backpack blowers, the BR 500 and BR 550 feature an impressive combination of power and fuel efficiency.

The blowers' exceptional fuel efficiency reduces operating costs. And their advanced ergonomic features, including an efficient starting procedure, high-quality dual adjust strap system and noticeably low vibration level, are designed to reduce worker fatigue – even on the longest jobs.

Tested per ANSI standards, it's one of the quietest and most powerful blowers in its class. With a rating of 65 dB(A), the BR 500 is specifically designed with a reduced noise level while still delivering superior blowing power to meet the challenges of urban landscaping.

STIHL 4-MIX® Technology
BR 550The patented STIHL 4-MIX® technology provides smooth, fast acceleration, more power and increased fuel efficiency, while offering landscape professionals the benefits of 2-stroke and 4-stroke technologies combined and meeting emissions requirements. According to the current data on the EPA Web site, these new 4-MIX® blowers are the cleanest-running machines in their class, so you can feel confident your blowing work is sensitive to the environment.

Other standard BR 500 and BR 550 backpack blower features include single-handed operation, translucent fuel tanks, easy-grip throttle controls with off switch and cruise control, sturdy lightweight polymer frames and built-in top carry handles.

Performance-driven and feature-packed, the new STIHL BR 500 and BR 550 4-MIX® backpack blowers are a must-have for landscape professionals.

About STIHL Inc.
STIHL Inc. manufactures the world’s largest selling brand of chain saws and produces a full line of powerful, lightweight and versatile handheld outdoor power equipment for homeowners and professional users. STIHL products are sold through servicing power equipment Dealers from coast to coast— not mass merchants. For more information or for the name of the closest STIHL Dealer call toll free 1-800-GO STIHL (1-800-467-8445) or visit the STIHL Web site at www.STIHLusa.com.

For information on job opportunities with STIHL Inc., please go to www.stihlcareers.com. STIHL is an EEO and drug-free work environment.

BR 500 Backpack Blower Specifications
DISPLACEMENT64.8 cc (3.95 cu. in.)
ENGINE POWER2.2 kW (3.0 bhp)
WEIGHT 10.1 kg (22.3 lbs.)
FUEL CAPACITY1400 cc (47.3 oz.)
AIR VOLUME
With tube
Without tube

810 m³/h (477 cfm)
1380 m³/h (812 cfm)
AIR VELOCITY81 m/sec. (181 mph)
SOUND PRESSURE RATING
65 dB(A)
Measured per
ANSI B175.2

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