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Stihl BR 800 C-E vs Von Arx VA 25 S

The Stihl BR 800 C-E is a petrol backpack blower. The Von Arx VA 25 S is a electric self-propelled surface scarifier for removing coatings, paint and thin screeds from floors.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Stihl BR 800 C-E
Stihl BR 800 C-E - image: STIHL
Von Arx VA 25 S
Von Arx VA 25 S - image: vonarx.com

Specifications side by side

Stihl BR 800 C-EVon Arx VA 25 S
Weight11.7 kg116kg
Displacement79.9 cm3-
Blowing force with round nozzle41 N-
Max. air velocity with round nozzle97 m/s-
Working width-25cm
Motor power-4kW / 5.3HP (electric)
Power supply-3x230V or 3x400V electric (110V version also available)

Sources: Stihl BR 800 C-E, Von Arx VA 25 S. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the BR 800 C-E if...

A backpack blower for clearing leaves, hedge clippings and debris from large areas. Used by landscapers, grounds teams and contractors on big sites.

Full BR 800 C-E specifications →

Buy or hire the VA 25 S if...

A walk-behind, self-propelled scarifier used by flooring contractors and plant hire firms to strip old coatings, paint and thin screed off concrete floors. The electric drive suits indoor jobs where a petrol machine's fumes and noise are not wanted.

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Full VA 25 S specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Stihl BR 800 C-E and the Von Arx VA 25 S?

The Stihl BR 800 C-E is a petrol backpack blower; the Von Arx VA 25 S is a electric self-propelled surface scarifier for removing coatings, paint and thin screeds from floors.

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