Stihl, Husky, or Echo

[mdmooreIII]

In the market for a new chainsaw to be used for clearing small/medium size trees on about 1.5 acres, and for cutting firewood. I am considering the Stihl MS-250, Husqvarna 345, or the Echo CS-440. Based on the reviews I have read, all seem to be more than adequate for my needs. Any opinions on one vs. another? Thanks in advance.

 

[blis]

Id say go out and buy 350 husky.... its best choice in that class..

 

[Stihl here]

I have had my ms250 almost 2 years now and have put it to the test and it is a strong saw for its size.

 

[Just Mow]

The 250 is a nice saw at 3hp. Don't know much about the Husky, but the Echo I would pass on it.

 

[oldsaw]

In the market for a new chainsaw to be used for clearing small/medium size trees on about 1.5 acres, and for cutting firewood. I am considering the Stihl MS-250, Husqvarna 345, or the Echo CS-440. Based on the reviews I have read, all seem to be more than adequate for my needs. Any opinions on one vs. another? Thanks in advance.

3 good saws, buy the one from the best dealer.

Mark

 

[SawTroll]

I have had my ms250 almost 2 years now and have put it to the test and it is a strong saw for its size.

The Husky 350 is a much better and smoother saw, with superior anti-vibe and air filter system.

It also has less plastic.

Forget the ECHO, as far as I know they are old designs, and low on power.

 

[WRW]

The Husky 350 is a much better and smoother saw, with superior anti-vibe and air filter system.

It also has less plastic.

Forget the ECHO, as far as I know they are old designs, and low on power.

If he'd asked about the 350 I might agree with you. As the question was about the 345, I agree with oldsaw.

 

[SawTroll]

If he'd asked about the 350 I might agree with you. As the question was about the 345, I agree with oldsaw.

I would also take the 345 over the 250, without hesitation, even though it has a plastic handlebar and lacks the adjustable oiler, like the 250.

 

[WRW]

I would also take the 345 over the 250, without hesitation, even though it has a plastic handlebar and lacks the adjustable oiler, like the 250.

You told me something I didn't know...the 250 has an adjustable oiler?

 

[SawTroll]

You told me something I didn't know...the 250 has an adjustable oiler?

No, the Husky 350 has, the 345 and MS250 not.

What I meant to say, is that the 345 lacks it, like the 250.

 

[WRW]

No, the Husky 350 has, the 345 and MS250 not.

What I meant to say, is that the 345 lacks it, like the 250.

I see now where we got our wires crossed. On saws that size, and with what they can cut (or bars that they can accommodate), I don't think an adjustable oiler should be a deal breaker.

 

[stckciv]

Just as another option in the 45cc class I would probably take the Dolmar 460 with the 3/8 chain over the others mentioned. It is more weight but a better saw in my opinion than the others posted. Same $ also.

 

[SawTroll]

Just as another option in the 45cc class I would probably take the Dolmar 460 with the 3/8 chain over the others mentioned. It is more weight but a better saw in my opinion than the others posted. Same $ also.

A lot heavier, that is.....:bang: :bang:


...just shy of a MS361.

 

[stckciv]

Thats what happens when you dont use as much plastic. haha

Really depends on if the weight is a big factor for you. Let us know what you get.

 

[blis]

Thats what happens when you dont use as much plastic. haha

Really depends on if the weight is a big factor for you. Let us know what you get.

But why carry the extra weight when you can get all the power and features in lighter package?

 

[SawTroll]

Thats what happens when you dont use as much plastic. haha

Really depends on if the weight is a big factor for you. Let us know what you get.

They use aluminium, not magnesium, on the 460 and 510 - that adds nearly a pound over the 5100, witch is a pretty heavy design to begin with......:bang: :bang:

 

[stckciv]

Having used them all I would say the Dolmar has more power. It also has the oil adjuster and you can get it with the 3/8 chain. I dont need any tools to get into the top cover and it is built very well.

I realize it is not magnesium and it weighs more, all I said is that it doesnt have all the plastic of the Stihl or Husky. But I do believe it is better built and has more power than the Stihl or Husky, if I was spending the $299 that all these saws retail for I would take the Dolmar.

But everyone is different, some want a light saw and some dont care. I just threw it out as an option.

 

[jab6]

savein money

i have been heatin my house with the same cs5000 echo for bout 7 years now.for the price i paid for the saw compaired to what i would have spent in gas bills...4 to 7 hundred per month.that little saw has been paid for since the first year..anything past that is just a bonus!!!!..its like ford,chevy,and dodge,,,they all make good ones and bad ones...

 

[jab6]

saw addy

also when your poor. ya take what ya can afford...free is my favorite word..

 

[timberrat]

stihl

stihl and husky and echo and dolmar and of course poulan. too many choices.
no much money:bang: