BTW, does the BG85 or SH85 have all metal crankcase?( both half)? Some Stihl engine like the FS90 4Mix have the lower crankcase made of plastic.....Polycarbonate if that make people feel better.
From what I see, it has indeed a metal crankcase. All the shrouds, handle etc are plastic. If you intend to buy a handheld, know that stihl will launch new models early this year. The new ones will all have a cat and better Antivibe. The new model replacing the SH85 will be SH86-D and is a little more expensive. The blower will become BG86-D.
Since I use it only for homeowner use, and was offered at a bargain price, I took the 2007 model.