Husqvarna 125B Leaf Blower:

Many people make the mistake of thinking that a leaf blower is only useful during Fall, but that’s simply not the case. If you’re in any way proud of your garden, you’ve probably felt the frustration as your pride and joy is left obliterated by a storm, with leaves, twigs, and soil being thrown around to leave it looking in a sorry state. Don’t even get us started on the effects of a storm in Fall…

There’s no denying that raking and brushing up the leaves gets the job done, but it’s a long and backbreaking process (unsurprisingly, using a leaf blower has been found to be much quicker than manual raking). And who wants to say goodbye to a few evenings or an entire weekend anyway? There’s no reason why it needs to be this tough and time-consuming though…

Enter the Husqvarna 125B leaf blower; the smarter choice for the homeowner who wants to keep their garden and driveway looking pristine as quickly, thoroughly, and hassle-free as possible.

As you’ll see from this article, the 125B leaf blower comes packed with a variety of features to help you round up every stray leaf – either dry or wet. From its powerful motor capable of blowing at 170 MPH to its handy cruise control feature that lets you cover a bigger area without the hassle and strain of continually holding the trigger, you’ll be able to spend less time (and effort!) blowing leaves and more time enjoying your immaculate garden, all thanks to the Husqvarna 125B leaf blower.

The heart of any leaf blower is its motor, and in the case of the 125B, this is a more than adequate 28 cm³ engine with a power output of 1.1 hp. While it isn’t the most powerful motor in a modern leaf blower by any means, the fact is, it doesn’t need to be. The 125B is still capable of blowing at 170 MPH as mentioned, and this is more than sufficient to handle the leaf blowing needs of any homeowner.

So how does it do it? Well, Husqvarna has designed the 125B in such a way that makes it a great example of using brains to reduce the need for brawn. The blowing tube itself is arguably just as critical as the engine in helping to generate the leaf blower’s impressive power, and in the case of the 125B, it features a few innovative measures to help maximize its contribution.

Firstly, the tube itself is adjustable (see notches in the image below), and this allows it to be adapted to best suit the size of each user (the closer the tube’s outlet is to the ground, the more effective it will be, and so the tube can be both lengthened or shortened as needed to achieve this).

Secondly, this model comes with two different nozzle types. The round nozzle is designed to improve accuracy given that it provides a high air-stream concentration (up to 130 MPH), and this would be useful for adding smaller groups of leaves to a larger pile, for example. There is also a flared nozzle available, and this is particularly useful for when you need a wider air-stream and higher air velocity (up to 170 MPH) to blow leaves strewn across a much wider area.

The Husqvarna 125B leaf blower is very light (weighing just 9.4 lbs) in a bid to make it as maneuverable as possible, but this is only one of a host of features that combine to make it as easy to use as possible.

Just as important as weight is the ergonomics of the machine, and the fact is if you’re going to be using the blower over long periods and moving it around to direct the airflow as and where required, it needs to be comfortable to hold.

Husqvarna has designed the 125B’s body with an inline design, and this means that the fan housing is engineered so that the air stream is directly in line with the handle, and this helps to minimize any lateral stresses which would otherwise to lead to faster, and more significant, fatigue in your wrist and arm.

Another feature that helps minimize strain is the handy cruise control functionality, and this allows you to remove your finger from the trigger altogether while the blower continues to operate at the speed you’ve set on the variable speed control.

Continuing on the subject of the variable speed control; this couldn’t be more straightforward to operate, and it lets you better suit the leaf blower’s output to each particular task. For example; working close to delicate flower beds? No problem – reduce the 125B’s engine power using the lever on its handle to soften the output. Simple!

Read the reviews of any gas-powered tool with a pull-starter, and one common issue that comes up time and time again is difficulty starting the engine. We’ve experienced this ourselves with many garden tools, and the combination of a sore hand and the frustration of the machine refusing to start is far from fun.

Thankfully, it would appear that Husqvarna has had their fair share of this pain, as they’ve built their Air Purge feature into the 125B in a bid to make it as easy as possible by helping to remove air from the carburetor and fuel system. Based on the reviews available, there’s no reason why it should be challenging to start provided you keep the leaf blower well maintained and use the correct mix of gasoline and 2-stroke engine oil.

When it comes to stopping the leaf blower, it features a simple stop-button on the top of the grip which will cut the engine. Even better? It has a handy mechanism which automatically resets to the ON position after stopping the leaf blower for easier starting next time.

Basic maintenance of the 125B leaf blower is relatively simple, too. For example, Husqvarna recommends cleaning the air filter after every 25 hours of use, or more regularly if conditions are exceptionally dusty, and as a semi-regular requirement, you’ll be happy to hear that the filter is easily reachable from the back of the unit to make cleaning or replacing it very straightforward. To give users a helping hand in helping ensure their 125Bs’ run as smoothly as possible, Husqvarna has listed each of the daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance requirements in the 125B leaf blower manual.

The Husqvarna 125B leaf blower provides a good mix of power, ease of use, and value for money.

No, it probably won’t be the handheld leaf blower of choice for anyone looking for a garden tool capable of handling heavy-duty or commercial-grade requirements, but that shouldn’t put the average user off. The fact remains – it’s very straightforward to use, it features a punchy maximum blowing speed of 170 MPH, and it comes with a variety of helpful features such as cruise control and adjustable speed control – so what’s not to like?

If you’re in the market for a garden tool that will help you keep your lawn and driveway as neat and tidy as possible with minimal effort, the Husqvarna 125B handheld leaf blower is a great option.

We’ve included a summary of the various advantages and disadvantages of this model below to help you make up your mind.

Husqvarna 125B vs 125BVx

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Model Number:	125B	125BVx
Manufacturer:	Husqvarna	Husqvarna
Engine Type:	Air-Cooled, 2 Stroke	Air-Cooled, 2 Stroke
Fuel:	Gasoline	Gasoline
Cylinder Displacement:	28 cm³	28 cm³
Power Output:	1.1 hp	1.1 hp
Maximum Power Speed:	8000 rpm	8000 rpm
Fuel Consumption:	575 g/kWh	575 g/kWh
Air Speed:	170 mph	170 mph
Blowing Force:	12.5 N	12.5 N
LWA Noise Level:	107 dB(A)	107 dB(A)
Blowing Function:	Yes	Yes
Vacuum Function:	No	Yes
Vac Bag Capacity:	n/a	17 gal (US)
Nozzles Supplied:	Round, Flared	Round, Flared
Shoulder Strap Supplied:	No	Yes
Weight:	9.4 lbs	9.6 lbs
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There is a wide variety of general and specific Husqvarna leaf blower accessories available, from gutter kits to help you clean your hard-to-reach gutters to vacuum kits that make it possible to use your 125B as both a leaf blower and a leaf vacuum.

Here are a few popular options:

Husqvarna 952711918 Leaf Blower Gutter Kit

Includes four extension tubes, one pivot tube, and gutter nozzle tube. Full reach is 12′ when being held 2.5′ feet from the ground to give blower access to clean gutters.

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Husqvarna 952711913 Leaf Blower Vacuum Kit

Includes upper and lower vacuum tube with screw to lock tubes together, vac elbow, vac bag, shoulder strap, and scrench to provide the 125B with a vacuum function.

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Husqvarna 531300089 Professional Headband Hearing Protectors

One-size-fits-most lightweight hearing protectors. Comes with a flexible padded headband and features pressure adjustment – for use without a hard hat.

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1. Does the 125B function as a vacuum as well as a leaf blower?

2. Is the 125B capable of mulching?

3. Does this model of leaf blower come with a shoulder strap?

4. Does it come assembled?

5. Does this model come with a storage case or bag?

6. Does this model come with a flared nozzle?

7. Does the 125B have a variable speed control?

8. Does the 125B have a cruise control function?

9. What is the 125B’s engine size?

10. Is it easy to start the 125B?

11. What two-stroke oil is recommended for this leaf blower?

12. Does it come with fuel?

13. How loud is the 125B during use?