Stiga BC 535 B vs BC 545 B: 32.6 cc or 42.7 cc?
Two Stiga two-strokes with a bike handle, a 3T blade and a Tap&Go head. The BC 545 B adds a bigger engine, a wider cut and a double harness.
In short:The Stiga BC 535 B is a 32.6 cc, 0.9 kW two-stroke petrol brush cutter with a bike handlebar, a reinforced straight shaft, a 43 cm cut, a 3T metal blade, a Tap&Go Pro dual-line head and a two-year manufacturer warranty. The BC 545 B has a 42.7 cc, 1.25 kW two-stroke, a 45 cm cut, a bike-style handle, and comes with a Tap&Go dual-line head, a 3T blade and a double harness. The 535 suits mixed grass and light brush; the 545, brambles and scrub.
The Stiga BC 535 B and BC 545 B share a format — two-stroke engine, bike handle, 3T blade and Tap&Go head — at two sizes.
At a glance
| Stiga BC 535 B | Stiga BC 545 B | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 32.6 cc, 2-stroke | 42.7 cc, 2-stroke |
| Power | 0.9 kW | 1.25 kW |
| Cut | 43 cm | 45 cm |
| Handle | Bike handlebar | Bike-style |
| Supplied | 3T blade, Tap&Go Pro head | 3T blade, Tap&Go head, double harness |
| Warranty | 2 years (manufacturer) | — |
| Rating | 7.9 / 10 | 8.0 / 10 |
Which engine for which ground
The BC 535 B’s 0.9 kW suits mixed grass, weeds and light brush on medium plots. The BC 545 B’s 1.25 kW keeps the 3T blade turning through brambles, scrub and tall neglected growth, and its double harness spreads the extra weight.
Which should you buy?
For a typical large garden, the BC 535 B. For tough or overgrown land, the BC 545 B — buy for the worst patch on your plot. Both need two-stroke mix (fuel ratio chart).
Full specifications
| Stiga BC 535 B | Stiga BC 545 B | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine / power | 32.6 cc · 2-stroke | 42.7 cc · 2-stroke |
| Engine | 32.6 cc, 2-stroke | 42.7 cc, 2-stroke |
| Power | 0.9 kW | 1.25 kW |
| Cutting width | 43 cm | 45 cm |
| Handle | Bike handlebar | Bike-style |
| Included | 3T blade + Tap&Go Pro dual-line head | 3T blade + Tap&Go head + double harness |
| Warranty | 2 years (manufacturer) | — |
| Best for | Homeowners wanting a complete, versatile petrol machine for mixed grass and light brush. | Large or tough plots where you want a complete, brand-backed 42 cc petrol machine. |
| Our rating | 7.9 / 10 | 8 / 10 |
Strengths and drawbacks
Stiga BC 535 B
- + Blade and Tap&Go Pro head both included
- + Bike handlebar and reinforced straight shaft
- + Fair price for a branded 32.6 cc machine
- − 2-stroke fuel mixing required
- − No harness mentioned in the listing
- − Not for the very worst brambles
Stiga BC 545 B
- + Strong 42.7 cc for brambles and scrub
- + Blade, head and double harness included
- + Wide 45 cm cut
- − Brand premium over budget rivals
- − 2-stroke mixing required
- − Heavier machine for big jobs
Frequently asked questions
Is the BC 545 B worth the step up?
If you clear brambles, scrub or tall neglected grass regularly, yes: 1.25 kW against 0.9 kW, a 45 cm cut and a double harness in the box.
What comes with each?
Both include a 3T metal blade and a Tap&Go dual-line head. The BC 545 B also comes with a double harness; for the BC 535 B, check the retailer's kit and add a harness for long blade sessions.
Can the BC 535 B handle brambles?
Light ones, with its 3T blade. For thick, established brambles, the BC 545 B's bigger engine holds revs better.