Under 9lb 40cc class saw - Suggestions please.

[SawTroll]

Anyone here use the Efco MT 4000 ?

Found the MT 4100, and it didn't look impressive - but I didn't find the 4000.

 

[rms61moparman]

This is my favorite under 50cc saw and the one I rarely ever cut wood without.


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And here is my lovely wife cutting a 16" oak with the same saw, in case you think it is only fit for small limbs!

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Mike

 

[PLMCRZY]

This is my favorite under 50cc saw and the one I rarely ever cut wood without.


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And here is my lovely wife cutting a 16" oak with the same saw, in case you think it is only fit for small limbs!

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Mike

OMG WHERE ARE YOUR EAR MUFFS! That saw can damage your hearing!!!!!


btw what cc is that? runs good!

 

[Justsaws]

Anyone here use the Efco MT 4000 ?

Nice saw, seemed to be a decent machine.

Heaviest 9 pounds ever, I would like the scales that they use to weigh saws to be used in doctors offices.

Under 9 is most likely going to have to be a top handle without the bar and chain and no fuel and oil.

Bulk up, it will be cheaper.

Best bang for the buck is Echos in this catagory.

 

[SawTroll]

in this case, If I were to keep my arms up all day long and cut small limbs, I`d go for the lightest as power is not that important.

I`d pick the T435
the 338XPT has more power but the 339XP fits the bill perfectly: not a top handle, 39 cc, 8,8 lbs.

I`d still pick the T 435.

Cheers.

That would be a really bad choise, for what he want the saw for - mainly because it is a top-handle, but also because it isn't anywhere close to a real pro saw.

 

[Trigger-Time]

I could not be any more happy with MS200 (RH) for my small saw.
It thinks it's a lot bigger than what it is.......but I'm not telling it any diff.



TT

 

[Showme]

I could not be any more happy with MS200 (RH) for my small saw.
It thinks it's a lot bigger than what it is.......but I'm not telling it any diff.



TT

You're absolutely correct the MS200 is a great saw and does seem more powerful than it's size.

 

[rms61moparman]

OMG WHERE ARE YOUR EAR MUFFS! That saw can damage your hearing!!!!!


btw what cc is that? runs good!

It's a 39cc, and I had the small roll up plugs in that day. I actually wear them a lot because I have pretty sensitive ears.


Mike

 

[PLMCRZY]

It's a 39cc, and I had the small roll up plugs in that day. I actually wear them a lot because I have pretty sensitive ears.


Mike

Ok but about your chaps! You could cut your leg off!!

 

[PLMCRZY]

You're absolutely correct the MS200 is a great saw and does seem more powerful than it's size.

x3 i just watched a video of Brad Snellings ms200 that thing is bad to the bone! I WANT ONE! Lol i didnt realize they were such runners.

 

[SawTroll]

I think this one is perfect for you:


Arizona Machinery - Avondale, AZ 85392 PHOENIX - MS 192 C-E Chain Saw

Very inferior saw, and surely not what he wants!

 

[The Count]

@ Niko


then why it is T435 listed as P saw?

oh, I was simply mentioning some cheap options there.

 

[husq2100]

what are the specs on a husky 242?

 

[The Count]

what are the specs on a husky 242?

http://www.arboristsite.com/chainsaw/87860.htm

post #12 but do read more

 

[dingeryote]

what are the specs on a husky 242?

Model Profile: 242XP

 

[husq2100]

im thinking a modded one of these would be a great little saw...at approx 10lbs cant see it being an issue

 

[joecool85]

You think it will be low on power?
What setup would compensate for that?
What more powerful lighter solution would you suggest? [Given - adding another pound.]

I've had no problem in the power department. Sure, it's no 346xp, but it'll do limbing no problem. Like I said, anything smaller than 6" and it cuts like butter. It'll still cut with the 13" bar I have on it burried, but slowly at that point.

**edit**
I should note, mine is bone stock other than the 13" bar. With a muff mod I'd imagine it would be even better.

 

[SawTroll]

@ Niko


then why it is T435 listed as P saw?

oh, I was simply mentioning some cheap options there.

Simply because it is a top-handle, and those are reserved for pro's (or licenced personel) at some markets.

 

[SawTroll]

I've had no problem in the power department. Sure, it's no 346xp, but it'll do limbing no problem. Like I said, anything smaller than 6" and it cuts like butter. It'll still cut with the 13" bar I have on it burried, but slowly at that point.

**edit**
I should note, mine is bone stock other than the 13" bar. With a muff mod I'd imagine it would be even better.

:agree2:

I also use a 13" .325 NK bar on mine (standard here).

Like you said, power is not a problem when used for what it was designed for, but some owners will always try to "stretch" that.

Those that think of it as a 40cc alternatie to a 346xp will be disappointed, those that keep in mind that it is a rear-handle ersion of a top-handle saw will not.

 

[SawTroll]

what are the specs on a husky 242?

Surely a better option than the PS420 or MS241, but still too close to a 346xp in weight to really make sence.

The 242xp was replaced by the (then 45cc) 346xp in 1999 or so........