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The Stihl SH-56 C-E is a handheld gas blower that converts to a vacuum and shredder for yard cleanup. It runs on a 27.2 cc two-stroke engine with Stihl's Easy2Start system, so it pulls over with little effort, and a cruise control holds the throttle where you set it. As a vacuum it shreds leaves into a fine mulch that packs into the collector bag, cutting down the volume you have to bag or compost. It suits homeowners with medium yards and a mix of hard surfaces and lawn who want one tool for both blowing and collecting. Against dedicated blowers it gives up some raw blowing force, and against backpack units it is heavier in the hand and holds less debris.
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Lowest price we've seen: $289.99 on Nov 9 at Blain's Farm & Fleet. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 9.
Owners treat the SH-56 C-E as a solid fall cleanup tool, liking the easy start and the vacuum-and-shred setup. Complaints center on weight during long sessions, the small bag, and the modest blowing power compared with bigger Stihl units.
