Husky 338 vs 201T vs Jonsered 2139T

[Ropegun]

I need a new saw fast. I am doing big removals with beat up 192 that runs poorly and I am not feeling super safe about it. I had a 201 for about six months and it did well but my socks were not knocked off. I am looking at the 338xp and I just became aware of the Jonsered 2139T. What can you guys tell me about these new options. PS I read somewhere that the 338xp only runs green chains which sounds stupid, but if that is true it would be an issue.

 

[rbtree]

pm spike60. Tell him I sent ya.

 

[Kottonwood]

try the echo 355T I have one and like it. I do a lot of removals with it. It was cheap compared to the stihl and you can order it direct from the echo website and have it sent to your door.

 

[Kottonwood]

No such thing as a saw that only runs green chains. It is probably a 3/8 picco .050 or whatever and you can get any type of chain that size and put it on the saw.

 

[802climber]

When it comes down to it with saw brands, I would go with the one you will get the best dealer support with.

First of all the 338 and 2139 are pretty much the same saw.
Not a bad saw but a pain to work on, and you need 2 to get anything done. I loved my 2139 until it started getting finicky.
I don't think they make the 338 anymore.
Lots of info on here about improving the performance of the 201t.
I personally have never liked any product made by echo and I have ran a number of them.

 

[VINIFIREWOOD]

I have a 2139t. Same saw as the 338 Husky just in red plastic and was $100 cheaper than the Husky.
Not as strong as a 200T but still a strong runner.

 

[802climber]

IMHO they are a stronger runner than the 200t, but less reliable.