STIHL BG 56 Petrol Leaf Blower (4241 011 1761)
STIHL BG 56 27.2cc Petrol Leaf Blower is a lightweight handheld blower for quickly clearing leaves, grass cuttings and loose debris from paths, driveways, courtyards and garden areas. Its 4.1kg design, 13N blowing force and efficient STIHL 2-MIX engine make it a practical choice for routine home and property clean-up.
Key Benefits
- Clear leaves and grass clippings with 13N blowing force
- Move up to 700m³/h of air through the round nozzle
- Handle routine garden clean-up comfortably with the lightweight 4.1kg design
- Start more easily using the manual fuel pump and semi-automatic choke
- Reduce accidental engine flooding because the choke resets to the run position
- Control the blower one-handed using the multi-function handle
- Use less fuel and produce fewer emissions with STIHL 2-MIX engine technology
Ideal For
- Garden paths and driveways
- Courtyards and patios
- Leaves and grass cuttings
- Routine home and property maintenance
- Users wanting a lighter petrol blower
STIHL BG 56 vs BG 86 Comparison
| Feature | STIHL BG 56 | STIHL BG 86 |
|---|---|---|
| Best suited to | Routine garden, path and driveway clean-up | Frequent use and larger property clean-ups |
| Engine | 27.2cc STIHL 2-MIX petrol | 27.2cc STIHL 2-MIX petrol |
| Weight | 4.1kg | 4.4kg |
| Blowing force | 13N | 15N |
| Airflow, round nozzle | 700m³/h | 755m³/h |
| Airflow, flat nozzle | 560m³/h | 620m³/h |
| Maximum air speed, round nozzle | 71m/s | 76m/s |
| Starting aids | Manual fuel pump and semi-automatic choke | STIHL ElastoStart and manual fuel pump |
| Comfort and filtration highlights | Lighter handheld design | Anti-vibration system and HD2 filter |
| Part number | 4241 011 1761 | 4241 011 1762 |
Choose the STIHL BG 56 for lighter everyday garden clean-up, or the STIHL BG 86 for stronger airflow, anti-vibration comfort and an HD2 filter for dusty conditions.
STIHL 2-MIX Engine
The STIHL 2-MIX engine is designed to reduce fuel consumption and emissions compared with equivalent STIHL two-stroke engines without 2-MIX technology, while maintaining dependable petrol performance.
Specifications
- Brand: STIHL
- Model: BG 56
- Part number: 4241 011 1761
- SKU: 42410111761
- Engine: STIHL 2-MIX petrol
- Displacement: 27.2cm³
- Weight: 4.1kg
- Blowing force: 13N
- Maximum air velocity with round nozzle: 71m/s
- Air throughput with round nozzle: 700m³/h
- Air throughput with flat nozzle: 560m³/h
- Carrying system: Handheld
- Starting aids: Manual fuel pump and semi-automatic choke
Clear everyday garden debris with lightweight handheld control. Order the STIHL BG 56 petrol leaf blower online from Betontools.
Optional Vacuum Attachment Kit
Turn your blower into a leaf vacuum and shredder with the STIHL BG 56/86 Vacuum Attachment Kit (4241 700 2200), sold separately.
For compatible BG 56 blowers fitted with a vacuum kit, see the STIHL BG/SH Series Steel Shredder Blade (4229 768 0300), sold separately. Match the blade to your machine and attachment parts diagram before ordering.
Optional Gutter-Cleaning Kit
Clear leaves and loose debris from gutters with the STIHL Blower Gutter-Cleaning Kit (4241 007 1003), sold separately. Compatible with the BG 56 and BG 86, the kit includes an approximately 3-metre blower pipe assembly, nozzle, angled pipes and fastening clamps for gutter cleaning from the ground where reach allows.