STIHL BR 500 Petrol Backpack Leaf Blower
MPN: 42820111628
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The STIHL BR 500 Petrol Backpack Blower combines powerful airflow, quiet operation, and outstanding comfort, making it ideal for professional clearing of leaves, hedge trimmings, and debris across large outdoor spaces.
RRP: £754
Our Price: £579.00 (inc VAT)
Only 2 left in stock
About the STIHL BR 500 Petrol Backpack Leaf Blower
Quiet Professional Blowing Power For Demanding Outdoor Work
The STIHL BR 500 Petrol Backpack Blower delivers exceptional blowing performance while maintaining impressively low operating noise. Designed for professional landscapers, groundskeepers, and property owners, it combines powerful performance with outstanding operator comfort. Powered by the advanced STIHL 4-MIX engine, it provides impressive torque, excellent fuel efficiency, and reduced exhaust emissions. Its ergonomic backpack design supports comfortable operation throughout demanding working days.
Ideal for clearing leaves, hedge trimmings, grass clippings, and general debris, the BR 500 performs efficiently across large outdoor areas. Its quiet operation makes it particularly suitable for noise-sensitive working environments.
Powerful And Efficient Engine Performance
The advanced 64.8cc STIHL 4-MIX engine combines the benefits of two-stroke and four-stroke engine technology. It runs using a petrol and engine oil mixture while delivering strong torque and rapid acceleration. Lower fuel consumption also helps reduce operating costs throughout regular use.
The efficient engine produces an impressive air volume of up to 925m³/h and air speeds reaching 78m/s. This powerful airflow clears stubborn debris quickly while maintaining excellent productivity. Reduced exhaust emissions also support environmentally responsible operation.
Quiet Operation Without Compromising Performance
The integrated sound damper significantly reduces operating noise while maintaining outstanding blowing performance. Noise reaching the operator is substantially lower than previous comparable models. This creates a more comfortable working environment throughout longer clearing sessions.
The quieter operation also makes the blower suitable for residential areas, schools, hospitals, and other noise-sensitive locations. Professional users can work confidently while reducing disturbance to surrounding people. Powerful performance remains uncompromised.
Comfortable Design For Extended Use
The ergonomic backpack carrying system features adjustable shoulder straps and a generously padded backrest for increased comfort. Even weight distribution reduces fatigue throughout prolonged periods of operation. This allows users to remain productive during demanding workloads.
The ergonomic handle and conveniently positioned throttle controls improve machine control while reducing strain. Every important function remains comfortably within easy reach. Long working sessions become easier and more efficient.
Practical Features For Everyday Productivity
The practical simplified starting system reduces the effort required to start the engine before work begins. Starting becomes quicker, smoother, and less physically demanding. Less preparation means more time spent clearing.
A large fuel tank extends operating time by reducing the need for frequent refuelling. The translucent fuel tank also allows fuel levels to be checked quickly at a glance. This helps minimise interruptions throughout the working day.
Built For Reliable Professional Performance
The durable construction has been engineered to withstand regular commercial use across demanding environments. High-quality materials provide dependable reliability season after season. Every component has been designed for long-term durability.
A practical throttle lock allows operators to maintain consistent blowing performance without continuous trigger pressure. This feature improves comfort while reducing hand fatigue during extended use. Combining the STIHL 4-MIX engine, 925m³/h air volume, 78m/s air speed, quiet operation, ergonomic backpack harness, and large fuel tank, the STIHL BR 500 Petrol Backpack Blower delivers powerful, efficient, and comfortable performance for demanding professional clearing tasks.
STIHL Warranty
The BR 500 is covered for either a period of 2 years from the date of purchase by the owner when used for the designed purpose of that product by domestic users, or for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase by the owner when used for the designed purpose of that product by professional users. Terms and conditions apply. Garden Machinery Direct will register the warranty with STIHL for you.
STIHL BR 500 Petrol Backpack Leaf Blower Technical Information
- Displacement: 64.8 cm³
- Weight Excluding Fuel: 10.2 kg
- Air Throughput With Nozzle: 810 m³/h
- Maximum Air Throughput Without Blower Attachment: 1380 m³/h
- Maximum Air Speed: 81 m/s
- Hip Belt: Retrofittable Special Accessory
- Antivibration System: Standard
- Single-Handed Operation: Standard
- Automatic Decompression: Standard
- ElastoStart: N/A
- Fuel Capacity: 1.4 litres
- Vibrations Left Handle: 1.4 m/s²
- Vibrations Right Handle: 1.4 m/s²
- Delivery Weight: 15kg











Nick Atkinson –
Having looked into other peoples reviews of the Stihl Br 500prtrol backpack before I purchased, my expectation were fully justified when my machine arrived. The price was spot on, delivery was very quick and the unit had only a few parts to put together which we basic. Used a pre mix petrol and oil and the unit started second pull.
My only negative thoughts were the harness, which I found awkward to wear and came off my shoulder ever easily and I eventually had the buy a strap to put across my chest to keep this under control. The weight is not too bad but at my age (well over 70) I managed ok.