Stihl ms212 vs Husqvarna 440 vs Echo CS-4010
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From that list, Echo. With that said, I wouldn’t buy either of the 3.
Any suggestions in 40cc range ?
Stihl no longer makes the 241 so I’d probably buy a husky 540xp Mark 3 if I wanted a saw in that class.
Why are you looking at that class of saws?
Why are you looking at that class of saws?
I cut small wood, like 8" diameter hardwood sruff. Have 30cc saw. Thought maybe to have one more as primary saw and to keep old one as back up.
40cc thought would give me slight edge. Not sure though unless i try it.
40cc thought would give me slight edge. Not sure though unless i try it.
I own a 440 with modded muff and while it would toy with 8" stuff, my other mid 40ish cc saws cut circles around it.
1st firewood saw I grab is my MS 250, fantastic cutting saw.....45CC
1st firewood saw I grab is my MS 250, fantastic cutting saw.....45CC
WoodmanSr
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Seems that depends on European market per your signature.
Is remarkable that Stihl ms250 remains available (USA). Logistical choice. But, prehaps more saw than needed for 8" stuff.
If I wanted 40cc, reliable starting, adjustable oiler, & lighter weight 10# pho.. would watch for a low hour used Echo cs400 on cheap. Already 3/8 LP then fit 14" or 16" bar. Yes, if Europe available cs420ES (.325 w/ Rim, right?)
I would not reject an available Echo cs361P, 8# pho, fine 14" or 16" bar. Bit out of date style. Strong cutter if remove Cat Muffler or install cs355T open muffler. More nimble than above 2 models. But, plastic & bit seem lighter duty. Such as tiny, nearly non-existent, felling spike.
Tomos770
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Can you still get Husq 543xp down there?
Man, You’ll be happy with anything bigger. I think that’s still the smallest homeowner gas job Stihl makes but that saw just sucks. Enjoy whatever you decide on.
I should have also asked how much you want to spend.
If you can get the MS241...that would be the high-dollar answer. I understand there are still some available, here and there, in Europe.
You mentioned the Husky 440...a saw which does not get much love on this site. I own a 445, and it has been excellent...in all respects. I do, for no real reason, prefer clamshell saws with metal bottoms (e.g., MS210, 230, 250 and most Echo homeowner) to ones with plastic bottoms (Husky 440, 445, 450)...but, as I said, my 445 has been great.
Good luck.
Roy
