BGA 56
This battery-powered handheld blower is a great choice for suburban homeowners who demand great power.

The BGA 56 combines STIHL performance and exceptional value. Its powerful motor delivers air speeds of 100 mph and an air flow of 353 cfm at the nozzle. It features an adjustable tube to fit different user heights for enhanced comfort. Clear a sidewalk, seven football fields long,
on a single charge with this STIHL AK Series handheld blower. The BGA 56 is also just 7.3 lbs. (with AK 20 battery) for easy portability and maneuverability. And when you’re done, hang it on the wall from its onboard hanging slot.
Usage claim tested and verified by an independent third-party test laboratory. Run time may vary based on battery type, charge level and capacity, model, operating style and conditions. Batteries and chargers can be purchased separately or as a combined set with tool.
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BGA 56 Specifications - Occasional Use | |
BLOWING FORCE* | 9 Newtons |
AIR VOLUME AT NOZZLE** | 600 m3/h (353 cfm) |
MAX. AIR VELOCITY** | 54 m/sec (121 mph) |
AVG. AIR VELOCITY** | 45 m/sec. (100 mph) |
SOUND PRESSURE LEVEL | 63 dB(A) |
POWER SOURCE | Battery |
BATTERY SERIES | AK Series |
WEIGHT (w/Recommended Battery) | w/ AK 20: 3.3 kg (7.3 lbs.) |
RUN TIME (w/ AK 10) | Up to 9 Minutes |
RUN TIME (w/ AK 20) | Up to 20 Minutes (Recommended combination) |
RUN TIME (w/ AK 30) | Up to 30 minutes |
*Newton is the force needed to accelerate 1 kg of mass at the rate of 1 m/sec2. Batteries and chargers can be purchased separately or as a set combined with tool. |
Important Information
Note: STIHL engine products with the Caring for Nature logo are cleaner than EPA Standards for exhaust emissions.
WARNING! Improper use of any power tool may cause serious
or fatal injury. Read, understand and follow carefully the operating
and safety instructions in your instruction manual before using such products.
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Model Features
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Hanging Slot
The built-in hanging slot allows for easy storage when not in use.
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Multi-Function Handle
With the multi-function handle, all of the blower’s controls can be adjusted with one hand, allowing simple and reliable operation for both right and left-handed users. In addition, the handle’s control lever allows the user to easily adjust the engine speed. -
Built in the USA
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Rubberized Soft Touch Handle
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Reduced-Emission Engine Technology - Caring for Nature
The STIHL Inc. “Caring for Nature” seal identifies its powered products that are more environmentally conscious, producing zero or low exhaust emissions. STIHL Inc. defines “low exhaust emissions” as being cleaner than EPA and/or CARB exhaust emission standards. -
Lightweight Portability
Great for maneuverability and extended use.
Standard Features
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Common Features for Handheld Blowers
View the features common to many STIHL handheld blowers.


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These STIHL Work Gloves are ready to go to work for you. Made of premium goat skin leather at the palms and fingertips, they provide durability and softness for a comfortable fit. The high-visibility orange back of the gloves feature breathable knit material for improved airflow. And the knit wrist is elongated for a secure fit under a sleeve, keeping out dirt and other debris.
Materials: Goat skin leather with knit backing
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Meets ANSI Z87+ standard
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