15 best household and farm chainsaws

If you want to save as much as possible, and you need a chainsaw for your household, then the CARVER RSG 241 will be a suitable option. Of course, there is no such quality of materials as that of famous brands, and the motor power is only enough for sawing in the garden or a small amount of firewood. However, often the household needs just such a light and economical chainsaw, with clear and comfortable controls. Carver RSG 241 is equipped with an easy start and performs well when sawing at low temperatures. Another advantage is the rather wear-resistant chain and tire in the kit, which is very rare for such a budget class.

Lightweight and easy to handle, this saw proves that with the right design approach, you can produce a tool that even a novice can work with. Buyers note that even with a complete lack of experience, no more than 15 minutes pass from unpacking the saw to starting work - thanks to intuitive adjustments and well-written instructions.As for the design of the chainsaw as a whole, the build quality is excellent, there is practically no vibration. According to the owners, the Makita 3202 chainsaw always starts the first time and demonstrates decent performance, as well as unpretentiousness in difficult operating conditions. Power 1.8 hp not quite enough to use the standard 40 cm tire. Of the minuses, the too sensitive “stop” button is also mentioned. If you hit her, the saw is immediately silenced. But this small drawback is fully compensated by low weight and ease of use. For home and garden - a great option.

The chainsaw of the Russian brand Champion 241 is actually produced at a factory in the Middle Kingdom. Nevertheless, this does not affect the quality and reliability negatively - everything is on top here. This is both a light and powerful chainsaw for home and garden - the best in its class in this indicator.It is simple and easy to start, unpretentious to the quality of gasoline, and in the first years of operation there will be no problems with adjusting the carburetor and other critical breakdowns inherent in most Chinese chainsaws. As for the after-sales service, the Champion company takes its warranty and post-warranty obligations responsibly, there is no need to worry about this. CHAMPION 241-16 chainsaw reviews confirm our description. Most of all, users praise the reliability and ease of management. Among the shortcomings, one can note not the best chain in the standard configuration, it has a round and short ridge, from which it saws slowly and is not enough for many sharpenings.

The ECHO CS-353ES chainsaw is a pruner in the line of a Japanese manufacturer. The model turned out to be so successful and popular that it has been produced for many years. First of all, I would like to note the high reliability of this chainsaw, which increases its resource and safety margin for amateur home use by an order of magnitude. A well-thought-out filtration system will ensure uninterrupted operation and protection of the mechanism from working debris. The assembly itself is very neat, plus the vibration damping system works very well. This, by the way, is confirmed by numerous reviews in which you can see laudatory comments regarding light weight and sufficient power. Small disadvantages are not the most common size of the saw chain in the kit and expensive spare parts. However, the price of the Echo 353 ES may seem too high to some, but this is more than outweighed by the high quality.

One of the most, if not the most, popular household chainsaw, which is found in every second user. Despite its far from low price, it is in high demand due to such qualities as: light weight, ease of operation and repair, availability of spare parts. Among competitors, this is one of the lightest chainsaws, the mass of which is 3.9 kg. There is no better option for cutting knots. Stihl MS 180 really lies in the hands like a native, it is a light and fairly reliable chainsaw. Of course, it is not without flaws. Rare complaints about the Calm are related to poor starting. It is not always possible to start it the first time. Not infrequently, the cause is the banal pouring of a candle. Another minus is a very small oil tank. It just seemed to start working, as you need to go “refuel” again. The manufacturer, apparently, went to this for the sake of reducing the overall weight of the saw.

The farm chainsaw ECHO CS-4200ES-15 "is designed for construction and logging. Due to its high reliability, it is popular with professional timber harvesters. This model may well compete for the first positions in the ranking of semi-professional saws, but time has revealed several shortcomings. Firstly , power and torque is not enough for a full-fledged felling of trees.Secondly, for such functionality and declared characteristics, the price is too high, which often repels a potential buyer.And yet, according to reviews, the Echo CS-4200ES is a very worthy Japanese-assembled chainsaw, with which you will not have problems with proper care.

Is it possible to buy a good quality semi-professional tool for half the average price on the market? The owners of a powerful Daewoo chainsaw with a half-meter tire unanimously believe that it is possible! An exceptionally successful design allows this model to meet the wishes of users in all three main parameters - power, tire length and weight. On top of that, the chainsaw has been produced for several years and has been tested for reliability - many construction teams are equipped with just such a tool. The owners praise the budget cost of the saw, adding that the model has no competitors in this price segment. A surprisingly good vibration damping system and a high-quality body assembly complete the list of advantages of the tool. The disadvantages include a fairly soft chain that comes with the kit, the high demands of the engine on the quality of the fuel mixture and the need for frequent cleaning of the air filter cavity.

It would be wrong not to include the Husqvarna 450e model from a well-known manufacturer from Sweden in the list of the best semi-professional chainsaws. Almost all saws from Husqvarna are renowned for their low consumption and reliability. The same can be said about the Husqvarna 450e. When buying a chainsaw, you get a 3.2 liter engine that is powerful enough for this class. With. with a relatively small total weight of the saw (5.1 kg). Of the pleasant additional features, the presence of an anti-vibration system, a chain brake and an easy start system (Smart Start) can be noted. In general, everything in the Husqvarna 450e is done in order to work as long as possible without feeling very tired. Husqvarna 450e is one of the best-selling semi-professional chainsaws. The best in terms of economy and reliability among farm chainsaws!

The most convenient and light among semi-professional chainsaws is the Stihl MS 250 chainsaw. The model is extremely popular, despite the high price tag. The weight of the saw is only 4.6 kg, which, with a power of 3.1 liters. With. is considered a very worthy indicator. Of the pleasant special stages, it is worth noting the presence of a chain brake. This feature can help with kickback during first contact with the wood. It is one of the best options for home and construction. The availability of specialized services and spare parts in full in any part of the country makes the Stihl 250 the best chainsaw for farming. We note the excellent build quality and components in general, made with typical German pedantry.

The Oleo-Mac GS 650 chainsaw with an 18" tire is a professional equipment for chopping firewood and felling large trees. It will cope with any difficult task, primarily due to the powerful 4.7 hp motor. Users note a very effective system for extinguishing harmful vibrations and stable start-up even in the most severe frost. Needless to say, the manufacturer installed an anti-vibration support even on the carburetor. This approach ensures stable operation of the engine in all conditions. Not without tar. The price tag for spare parts and consumables, which, however, is necessary In big cities there are official service centers, but on the periphery there may be problems with service.And the saw itself is not cheap, despite its Chinese origin.

This powerful chain saw is one of the most popular tools among professionals. Many experienced users consider the 365 model to be the most successful tool of the brand. It is universal, its design allows the use of a tire with a length of 38 to 70 cm. Light weight - only 6 kg with an engine of 4.6 hp. – a very important advantage, as it reduces fatigue during long work. The professional status of the saw is confirmed by the fact that its crankcase is made of durable aluminium-magnesium alloy and ensures a long service life under intensive use. The owners of the saw praise, first of all, ergonomics: excellent weight distribution, a successful vibration damping system and ease of adjustment. The reliability and durability of the tool also earned excellent marks - many users claim that five to ten years of trouble-free service is the absolute norm for this model, and only then minor repairs may be required.

This is probably the best chainsaw for professional lumberjacks. The most accurate characteristic for the Stihl MS 361 is “indestructible”. With the most merciless everyday use in any season, it lasts for many years. You only need to adhere to the operating rules (properly dilute the fuel, etc.) and change consumables (chain, sprocket, filters) as necessary. A distinctive feature is the best specific power - that is, the sawing performance is higher, and at the same time it is easier to work due to the relatively low weight. This is especially important if you have to cut all day. Such a successful design of the Stihl MS 361 chainsaw has remained unchanged for more than 15 years, however, it has several modifications, including the updated but more expensive MS 362 model.

In order for the tool, equipped with a 6 hp engine and a 76 cm tire, to serve for a long time and work in any, even the most difficult conditions, many successful engineering solutions have been applied in the design of this chainsaw. Firstly, all important components and parts are made of high-strength materials: the crankcase is made of magnesium alloy, the crankshaft is made of forged steel, and a special coating of the cylinder increases its resource. Secondly, a decompression valve and a special filter system make starting easier and reduce the load on the engine. Experts recommend using this chainsaw specifically for heavy, voluminous work: felling large trees and bucking them. The electronic system of control and maintenance of engine speed allows you to stably cope with even the hardest wood, and competent weight distribution does not allow the operator to get tired. Users praise the successful automatic chain lubrication system and convenient air filter change.

Having deprived the semi-professional class of extended tires, the developers from Shtil decided to catch up with the professional chainsaw segment - in the MS 660 model, the length is as much as 90 centimeters. But, the positive dynamics in this component sharply worsened other indicators - the saw became heavier and, more importantly, more expensive than its competitors. In this situation, models from other manufacturers would be preferable ... if not for a good resource. Users who have managed to purchase and “run in” the Stihl MS 660 for a long time unanimously declare the high quality of the product.

Built on the basis of late semi-professional models, Husqvarna 395XP is a worthy (and affordable) representative of its company. This "monster", equipped with a 7.1 liter engine. With. and a 90 cm bar, is able to cut the hardest woods without visible effort. The system of preliminary centrifugal air purification, which migrated from the “farm” chainsaws, does not look like a beautiful feature here, but really protects the filter from quick clogging. The anti-vibration function also comes into play - on heavy models (and the weight of this “crumb” is 8.1 kilograms without a saw unit), vibrations are felt much stronger. And, even though the Swedes did not think of reducing the noise level (fortunately, it did not increase), users consider the 395XP as a priority model in its class.