Stihl MS260?

[2000ssm6]

Not just faster, lots of other differenses as well - all in favour of the 346xp......:yoyo::yoyo:

If you say so, LOL.

 

[SawTroll]

If you say so, LOL.

I give you one, the 260 is a few ounces lighter than the NE346xp.....

 

[Chaz1]

You are correct about the differences in the pro and non-pro models. All of my 026s are non-pro except one hybrid that has a newer decomp p&c but the decomp is plugged. I see no need for a adjustable oiler for a 16" b&c, maybe a 20"+ but they run best with a 16". A decomp in a 50cc saw is pointless to me, no need either. I say find a good used 026 that you won't have to dump alot of $$$ into. Those 260s are nice and I love those flippy caps but having 3 026s kind of covers my small saw needs.

The husky heads have spoken and I can't deny their reports, the 346/2153 are quick and faster than a 026/260. However, if you are looking for the best built and want a saw to last, stick with the 026/260.

Seems to me that after 20+ years of being on the market, I've have never heard of a quality issue with regards to the 346xp. Very solid saw. Period! Care to try again?

Basically the 346 is the same quality saw as the 260 . Neither one stands out in this catagory. Difference is..... the XP is on steriods!!!!!!!

 

[2000ssm6]

Seems to me that after 20+ years of being on the market, I've have never heard of a quality issue with regards to the 346xp. Very solid saw. Period! Care to try again?

Basically the 346 is the same quality saw as the 260 . Neither one stands out in this catagory. Difference is..... the XP is on steriods!!!!!!!

2 of my 026s are a '93 and '94 model, if your 346 can last half that long, I'll agree. Let me know in 16 years, LOL.

 

[Chaz1]

2 of my 026s are a '93 and '94 model, if your 346 can last half that long, I'll agree. Let me know in 16 years, LOL.

Doesn't matter. I'll cut 3 times the wood you will in half the time!!!!!!! Try again, grasshopper???:biggrinbounce2:

 

[2000ssm6]

Doesn't matter. I'll cut 3 times the wood you will in half the time!!!!!!! Try again, grasshopper???:biggrinbounce2:

Doesn't matter, LOL, excuses excuses. Bring that 346 on down then. I'll put just as much wood on the ground as you can. Grasshopper eh? You might want to try again :newbie: You been here since January of this year, got 2 new saws and think you are the heat? Ya'll new guys are so funny, thanks for the laugh.

ps: Mark your calender for March 14, 2025 and give me shout if that 346 is Stihl here.

 

[Chaz1]

Doesn't matter, LOL, excuses excuses. Bring that 346 on down then. I'll put just as much wood on the ground as you can. Grasshopper eh? You might want to try again :newbie: You been here since January of this year, got 2 new saws and think you are the heat? Ya'll new guys are so funny, thanks for the laugh.

ps: Mark your calender for March 14, 2025 and give me shout if that 346 is Stihl here.

Sorry I wasn't here this afternoon to debate with you.It's been fun!!!! You see, I was out cutting and splitting wood as I do almost every weekend. Yeah, I actually RUN my saws. I don't collect them. 6 cord today. Cut and split!(With some friends help of course) Tell you what, you show me pics of your accomplishments this weekend and I'll show you mine. Fair enough?

Whew.... after all that and a hard days work, it's time for a frosty. Here's to you and your collection

 

[warjohn]

Doesn't matter. I'll cut 3 times the wood you will in half the time!!!!!!! Try again, grasshopper???:biggrinbounce2:

That would make your 346 six times faster than my 026 I guess i need one.

 

[PA Plumber]

Man, oh man, oh man.

Alright, does someone have an NE346 around Harrisburg?

I would be glad to meet north of town to give it a whirl on some Green Ash, Red Oak, and American Beech that has been seasoning for a couple of years.

But that's not all, I would even let you run the precious 026.

 

[Chaz1]

Man, oh man, oh man.

Alright, does someone have an NE346 around Harrisburg?

I would be glad to meet north of town to give it a whirl on some Green Ash, Red Oak, and American Beech that has been seasoning for a couple of years.

But that's not all, I would even let you run the precious 026.

Sounds like fun but I've been cutting frozen hardwoods all weekend. Heading back out in a little while. I have probably close to 40 cord that needs bucking up and spltting so far this year. That's why I invested in a 372. IMO the 346 is one of the sweetest saws I've ever run. And I've run a lot of 'em. It's just that friggin good!

 

[Evan]

i was thinkin maybe we should send a few saws around the country for members to try so, so in so in montan wants to try a 026 ill send mine his way then he can send it to kentucky after hes done. maybe get a 346 doing the rounds aswell or keep both saws traveling together both with the same lenght bar and chain this would realy put the debate to rest.

 

[2000ssm6]

i was thinkin maybe we should send a few saws around the country for members to try so, so in so in montan wants to try a 026 ill send mine his way then he can send it to kentucky after hes done. maybe get a 346 doing the rounds aswell or keep both saws traveling together both with the same lenght bar and chain this would realy put the debate to rest.

Good idea but no need, this debate will last forever, LOL. Some prefer the Stihl, some the husky, both good saws with pros and cons.

 

[Chaz1]

i was thinkin maybe we should send a few saws around the country for members to try so, so in so in montan wants to try a 026 ill send mine his way then he can send it to kentucky after hes done. maybe get a 346 doing the rounds aswell or keep both saws traveling together both with the same lenght bar and chain this would realy put the debate to rest.

He he, yeah. Won't be my saws. I've got work to do!!!!

 

[Chaz1]

Good idea but no need, this debate will last forever, LOL. Some prefer the Stihl, some the husky, both good saws with pros and cons.

Here, here!

 

[2000ssm6]

Here, here!

2025 already?

 

[Chaz1]

2025 already?

Easy to troll when the water isn't covered with ice!!!

 

[2000ssm6]

Easy to troll when the water isn't covered with ice!!!

I've asked for you to bring that 346 on down and cut 3 times faster than my old worn out 026, better yet we have a GTG coming up, prove yourself there. I don't see either happening so you can keep on trolling with the "God like" 346.

btw, I cut 4 cords last weekend, no splitter around, used the saws to spilt every single round that was too big for the axe. Took all 4 cords to some elderly folks, for free.

 

[Chaz1]

i've asked for you to bring that 346 on down and cut 3 times faster than my old worn out 026, better yet we have a gtg coming up, prove yourself there. I don't see either happening so you can keep on trolling with the "god like" 346.

Btw, i cut 4 cords last weekend, no splitter around, used the saws to spilt every single round that was too big for the axe. Took all 4 cords to some elderly folks, for free.

fish on!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[2000ssm6]

I didn't think so..:notrolls2:

 

[huskystihl]

Just taking over a family position as wood processor... I will be involved in everythin from felling 80 year old oaks & maples to splitting..... basically from tree to chimney.
Anyways, need a good HEAVY use limbing saw. Already have a '98 Jonsered 2065 tubo, ported & well maintained (the thing rips) for felling & bucking: But it is a bit heavy to limb 3+ hardwoods at a time. I've already burned up 2 Stihl "occasional use" saws and would like to know if the MS260 Pro is capable & reliable enough. I only plan on running a 16 inch bar, but it will need to start easy and often, then go like hell repeatedly for a day. I can get a non-running 026 for short money.... is it the same thing (feels heavy)? Should i invest the money to repair/rebuild the 026 or get a warrenteed and EXPENSIVE MS260 Pro. Is the decomp. and adjustable oiler the only difference between the MS260 and the MS260 Pro? What about the 026 and the 026 Pro? HELP!!!!!

I had an 026 for years and it was a great saw but when it died my stihl dealer didn't have one in stock and talked me into a 270. He said take it for a couple days and if it wasn't all he said it would be he would take it back and have me a 260 in a couple days and I honestly never looked back. It turns around 14,000 and has the av that the 361 and 441 has and cost a couple hundred less. This thing does more cutting in a day than my t handle and big saws combined and I absoloutely love it. not to mention i'm not cleaning filters 5 times a day. My understanding is that it won't be around in a year so i'm gonna pick up another one just because. Do a search and all the reviews are great, I do wish it had an adjustable oiler but it oils just fine with an 18"