With its high blowing power and significantly reduced sound pressure level of 90 dB(A), the powerful STIHL BR 500 backpack gas blower is particularly well suited for professionals working on areas in noise-sensitive environmentssuch as municipal facilities or those working in yard and landscape maintenance. The gas leaf blower helps you clear and dispose of leaves. The STIHL 4-MIX® enginefeatures additional integrated sound dampers on the engine, in the blower and on the blower tube, significantly reducing noise levels. The single-hand multi-function handle on the blower tube allows you to operate all the engine control functions for the STIHL BR 500 backpack gas leaf blower easily and safely.