Stihl BR 800 C-E Magnum: Road Test
This amazingly powerful backpack leaf-blower can shoot air at 385km/h. What could possibly go wrong?
WHAT IS IT? What she really wants for Mother’s Day: an insanely powerful
leaf-blower that’ll make short work of autumn clear-ups!
YOU’VE GOT TO BE JOKING. Well, why should blokes have all the fun when it comes to showing nature who’s boss? You wear this leaf-blower – powered by an 80cc, four-stroke petrol engine – like a backpack (it weighs 12kg), and take aim with the telescopic tube. It’s capable of blowing air at more than 385km/h.
CRIKEY. Yes. It’s the most powerful leaf blower in Stihl’s lineup. All the controls – including a one-touch stop button, should things get out of hand – are on the handle. A stern disclaimer on Stihl’s website says “Intended use: professional”. LOL.
WHY IS IT CALLED THE MAGNUM?I think it might be a nod to Dirty Harry (google it, kids). You know, “This thing could blow your head clean off...”
AND THERE I WAS THINKING OF ANOTHER MOVIE REFERENCE. I know, right. Who you gonna call? GHOSTBUSTERS!
$1349, stihl.com.au
Add your comment to this story
Be happy in Melbourne manor, Halloween
Six-bedroom Halloween (c.1854), a walk from the MCG, takes luxue to a new level. Asking price: $17.5-18.5 million
James Randi was a great magician – and a debunker of frauds
He was often seen issuing his $1m challenge on Larry King – a cash prize for anyone who could demonstrate psychic or paranormal ability under scientific conditions agreed to by both parties. Many tried, and all failed.
To join the conversation, please log in. Don't have an account? Register
Join the conversation, you are commenting as Logout