*Coming up on having had this saw for a year....am a casual user and bought it to cut up sections for bowl blanks. Easy to start, **Bestfor.Garden** also recommend even after storage for a couple of months. Simple chain tension adjustment. Just cut up some 20" Osage Orange, including ripping bolts in half (at an angle). Like butter!*

I love my 455 Rancher! Never had any problems, and eats everything I throw at it!

@daviddedick14

3 жыл бұрын

Me too!

@austinmarcum8108

3 жыл бұрын

I love the 455s and even the old 55s. I run a firewood business and normally sell around 100 loads every winter. I ran a 455 for a year or so then I quit doing firewood so I sold it and I've missed it ever since. So today I bought one with a bad oil pump for $50 so needless to say I'm keeping this one lol

@Akyle84

2 жыл бұрын

Mine was so hungry it ate the main bearings hahaha I have no idea I bought a basket case and don’t have the history

@carlostrujillo3854

2 жыл бұрын

Just picked up a 455, wish I would of had it a day sooner had a full day of cutting down 3 big 50+ year old mesquite trees between my dad and 2 friends all running chainsaws..but we were just working with small chainsaws so made work harder than it should of been and splitting wood with a 5lb axe all day wore me out definitely felt it the next day..so my pops and I invested in some better work equipment..I picked up the 455 rancher and he got the 1 right under it not shure on the model..we have some more work cut out for us this weekend, excited 2 see how she runs.

I've been using a 55 Rancher for 16 years... Just bought the 362 cm with a 25 inch bar and absolutely love it...Been taking down white oaks 21-23 inches wide at the 4ft mark...This saw makes bucking a pleasure

excellent comparison. I just bought a 455 Rancher, and am impressed so far.

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

I’m really happy with mine. It cuts plenty fast for me as long as you keep the chain sharp. I think $800 for a chainsaw is a bit excessive haha

@josephcrookes193

4 жыл бұрын

I've owned my rancher for nearly 8 years. Love it and looked after, it's an old faithful!!

If you use saws for a living or use them fairly often you will find out the difference between the two saws. Also why the extra $300 is money well spent. It's not about how fast a saw cuts, but about how reliable and trustworthy the saw is.

@waynetaylor420

4 жыл бұрын

I agree. Longevity is key

@Orefamilylawncare

2 жыл бұрын

Funny from day one my ms362c has been unreliable garbage!!!!

@puddintame7794

Жыл бұрын

I have a Husky 272 XP and have had it for decades. I used to log white pine with it. Still runs great to this day... But I am not cutting white pine anymore I am cutting cedar. All I need is a 16" bar, low maintenance and longevity. So I am stepping way down on HP for a lighter saw. I wonder if I should stick with Husky 440 or go with Stihl 190? What do you think?

@harborcbs

Жыл бұрын

@@puddintame7794 I'm not sure about the 190 but I do have a 170 and 180 and can't recommend them except for really light duty work. If you've used and like the 440 go for it. My 170 /180's slobber all over from the muffler. Carbs are not adjustable, not sure about 190 series. Good luck!

@candidomuniz9540

3 ай бұрын

​@@OrefamilylawncareI agree, my stihl 362 has been horrible since I first bought it.

I was running this saw for about 2 hours at about a 30-50% duty cycle kzread.infoUgkxfQm1wmg0ItKDLavxj1nXtQY9HP7EF504 and it did a great job. I used the lever for the built in sharpener to clear chip buildup out more than to actually sharpen the chain. It managed to cut some hardwood stumps much larger than it's size without bothering the neighbors with hours of 2 stroke noise.

The 362 has the anti vibration springs also very nice for long days cutting. I have even put a 32" bar on the 362 to fell a big tree and it handled it well.

Waiting to pick up a 455, it should fit my requirements perfectly!

I owned 2 Stihl saws. An MS250 and an MS360. I cut coastal oak, eucalyptus, pine and manzanita in foothills of San Diego. Loved those saws. They were stolen from me in Texas on my move to Florida. I now own a Husq. 450 and a 455. These 2 saws start a lot faster, 2 pulls choke and 2 pulls off. Like clock work. They have fallen and bucked at least 60 trees, magnolia, oak and southern yellow pine, after Hurricane Michael. The 455 has, by far, stronger torque than the 450 but really gets heavy near the end of the day. Both the Stihls and Husq. got the job done but make sure high throttle diesels on the Stihls or you'll cook the piston and jugs.

Excellent comparison. Thanx. I'm in the market for a saw, so this is very helpful. Cheers.

Thanks for posting this it will help when I'm in the market for a new chainsaw.

I have the stihl 362 and love it, I have run 2 different 455 ranchers and they are very nice saws too. Great job with this video.

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

Yep. Definitely 2 different buyers for each of these saws. They are very different saws with very different prices. I really enjoyed running my neighbors. Thanks for commenting

Howdy. Love the channel. Stihl MS362CM owner here, so far with one tank and change thru it I’m very satisfied. Runnin a 25in bar and it’s first big tests were a nice birch tree at least 20in diameter at the fattest part, as well as a blowdown oak or ash that was on the side of the road near my house. It’s been doing great even w the 25in bar, and a Stihl green chain. I love it so far, great power.

@green-zone36

3 жыл бұрын

As you get it broke in a little more you will like it more.

Good comparison video👍

Keep your eyes out, I bought my ms362 recently for $400 and it had 6 hours on it. It is a well balanced and well behaved saw. I have slabbed with 36" bar and it does well if handled correctly - sharp chain, keep rpms up, let the saw cut without jamming it. Still running a 30 year old 029 that runs beautifully.

I have the Stihl 661.... I do however use my battery Milwaukee 18V ALL the time. Light, no start up, no fumes. All depends on the job I guess. Great video for the people that pay attention and understands the premisses. Many seems not to.

It was nice to see a comparison between Stihl and Husky that wasn't made by a fanboy for a change. I have a 362 and I payed the extra mostly for the fact that it was magnesium instead of plastic, I know it probably doesn't make a lot of difference but still.

Hey Adam, good comparison ! I like the Stihl but I got the Husqvarna for 1/3 the cost of the Stihl. No problems with the Rancher and I don’t mind the extra time cutting. I keep my chain dressed with the Stihl 2 in 1 saw sharpener and it cuts like new every tank of gas. I like the change in my pocket too. Thanks for sharing with us.

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah they are definitely 2 different saws for 2 different types of customers. Thanks for sharing!

Great video. I’d go husqvarna for sure because I’m not a lumberjack.

Considering the big price difference for the Stihl, and few seconds difference in time to cut, I would definitely chose the Husqvarna. If you stepped up a bit the Husqvarna 460 Rancher, the time to cut would likely be equal, and still a lot less money than what the Stihl costs. I think they are both great saws, but the price difference is huge, and the Stihl is not that much better. Nice video though. Thanks.

@MemphisMojo15s

4 жыл бұрын

My 460 cuts like a pro saw. I paid $520 after taxes for mine. That was 3 years ago and I use my saw at work because we cut big stuff on occasion, and our Stihl 290, while an excellent saw but too heavy for the lack of power, doesn't always get the job done in a timely manner. I love my 460. I'm actually considering buying another one, or a 465, so I can keep 2 powerful saws ready and keep a 20" bar on one and a 24" on the other.

@claysmith6636

4 жыл бұрын

I have a 460 rancher & would definitely buy a pro series saw over it anyway, it gets hot and slows down after multiple cuts, Recently purchased a Stihl ms 462....... Its awesome

@EddieLindsay681

2 жыл бұрын

Danny the Husqvarna works yes and may cut faster in some situations but the stihl is built better in every way and not a pile of plastic and if and when the stihl wears out it is easily rebuildable unlike the Husqvarna that designed to be a 1 and done disposable saw.

@dannyhullihen966

2 жыл бұрын

@@EddieLindsay681 Perhaps that might be true among some of the china imports? However, such is definitely NOT the case with Husqvarna. They are totally rebuildable, and parts are easily available if needed. Definitely not a "one and done" saw. The same applies to many other Husqvarna products. I have had a couple of mine for well over 10 years now. Never a problem with either of them. Perhaps not a "pro saw"" but they get the job done. To each their own I guess ...

@Gwalker0220

Жыл бұрын

Agree. Huskey builds a much better saw. My 455 Ive ran for years and it still cuts a hundred cord a year and out cuts my stihl 362 all day... plus the fact the stihl is always hard starting. Huskey always been two pulls... 30 below three pulls...

9 seconds and a lot of extra years of service.That's what a pro saw offers.

I have a stihl ms251 wish I would of saved up the extra money but I used that small stihl logging with an 18in bar and chain cut good still running to this day

I will take either one of those saws. Both good!

Just bought a husqvarna factory reconditioned 455 for $300. You can tell it was used but it works great!! I just cut up a maple that’s 26” diameter and a sycamore 38” diameter.

Well done sir !

Those 362’s scream I’ve actually cut timber with one and they will hold there own with the ms441 lol subscribed !!!!

I have used a Stihl 362CMQ for several years now. It cuts anything you need to cut so long as you don't hit too much hardware. I hated parting with the money for the M-Tronic carb and Quickstop right hand features, but they're worth every penny. If I had anything bigger I feel like fatigue would set in before a long day was over, especially if it's your third or fifth day. I use 16" and 25" bars (which are the shortest and longest recommended for that saw) with 3/8" full chisel chains. This saw obviously isn't a monster made for giant tree fellling, but I do just about all of my groundsman cutting with it. Even with the 25 bar on 20+" dead black locust, it takes some significant leaning on it before it'll bog down. I have cut up to 40" red oak with it and it still cut at least acceptably well although the tree was already down (uprooted in a storm). Just cut one side, wedge to prevent pinching, and cut the other. Maybe a bigger saw would've been better, but this did just fine. You gotta piss with the cock you've got after all. I haven't tried the Husq 455, but I'm sure it's more than capable if you're just doing firewood for a couple homes. Hell even a smaller Stihl 261 is plenty for most needs if you're wanting to do firewood while still having all the long-life pro grade materials. I think both saws from this video are more then enough for firewood. No reason to hate whatsoever one way or the other. Thanks for posting.

@Orefamilylawncare

Жыл бұрын

Glad you had a good experience with your 362. Mine has been trash since new. Hard starting, cuts off after coming out of the cut. Reset the m tronic doesn't actually "fix" the issue. My 261 has the regular carb and runs a little more reliable (not perfect) that since new has been finicky as well. Not impressed myself. I had a cs600p echo that never gave any issues and it was ten years old.

I'm a stihl fan. Between my brother and I we've got a 250, 251, 271 and 362. All awesome saws. Good to see the comparison for a solid cheaper alternative.

@trumpjongun8831

4 жыл бұрын

I've had 2 Stihls, Ms250 and currently i own Ms251, great saw's and very reliable. I'll stick with Stihl. Big fan of their brushcutters too, i have FS480.

@dentondunn4346

2 жыл бұрын

Prefer a 271 Farm Boss or 455 Rancher.

@dentondunn4346

2 жыл бұрын

What you prefer between 271 Farm Boss and 450 Rancher

Good job comparing, I use a 455 for a long time cutting firewood, but for over a year been using 576XP Husky 24 inch bar, and it is the best I have used cutting firewood, been cutting for over 35 years and the longer bar helps on back, but you need HP and sharp chain.

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

Wow 576xp. That’s an impressive saw. I can’t even imagine how much faster my firewood cutting would go if I had that saw. They’re pricey though

@marksparkplug7758

4 жыл бұрын

Hometown Acres You are correct Adam, I cut and split 32 cord last year and have did 15 cord since May that’s pretty decent for a guy over 60 years old. Where it shines is falling and bucking. Like I said there is nothing wrong with the 455 I cut a lot of wood with one. Have a great weekend.

Just a suggestion. Loosen the chain when buckin and keep the rpm’s screaming. In my opinion you were “pushin” both those saws. The chips were dust. Just let the saw pull itself through the wood. But top notch editing brother! Great video!

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot. Yeah when I was editing I saw I was pushing the saw too hard. Should have just let them do their thing with brand new chains on. No need to push with sharp chains. Thanks for the comment

Im a stihl man but I just bought a used Husqvarna 455 Rancher , I got a good deal , I think , the man started it , started right up , $200 , so we’ll see , this is my first Husqvarna

Great comparison Adam , i enjoyed watching it. I've never used a Husqvarna only Sthil as there is a Sthil dealer in my town. I suppose it comes down to what is your brand preference, both will do the job just fine. I'll certainly check out Husqvarna next time I'm looking for a chainsaw. I have Stihl ms180, ms311 and ms462.

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

The Husqvarna 455 rancher is everything I need in a saw. Especially if you don’t have $780 to spend on a chainsaw

I don't know why this video popped up, but in Australia, Stihl vs Husqvarna is like Landcruiser vs Patrol or Holden (GM) vs Ford, the one you own is always better. I've owned a Husqvarna 450e for around 15 years and it's done an awful lot of work and still runs like new, starts on the second pull just about every time. I just finished cutting up a 100'+ Messmate gum and half of it's big brother that were between 15"-24" diameter and it didn't break a sweat (I did). Stihl can often dominate the market in certain areas because Stihl buys out dealers or gives them offers to discontinue other brand sales. Husqvarna professional saws would have to be as good as any Stihl equivalent.

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah I think if I were to upgrade it would be to a more powerful Husqvarna. I’ve been very happy with the saw I have

Unfair comparison...the Husky’s bar is upside down 😉😋

@ColonelBummleigh

4 жыл бұрын

Must be an Australian model 455 Rancher.

@nacjammer

4 жыл бұрын

I noticed it too

@ryanbrade128

3 жыл бұрын

It’s wise to flip the bar every so often to avoid excessive wear and tear, I know these videos are cool and what not, but a real test would be in dry Texas post oak or mesquite, because when those hardwoods get dry it’s like cutting concrete

@green-zone36

3 жыл бұрын

He needs to turn the bar up right and try again. Plus, he needs to keep the rpms up. If he is not pushing the saw he needs to hold up a little. If the chain stops in the cut, it is not cutting. If the chain stops in the cut, opperator error.

@isetbudsonfire

3 жыл бұрын

You’re supposed to flip your bar every time you put on a new chain

I have a still ms250 that what I been using for about 8 yrs and the music you play is from my self reliance

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

I’ve only seen a couple of his videos. He has a good channel though!

@trumpjongun8831

4 жыл бұрын

I used my Ms250 almost 10 years, then i replaced it to basic MS251, because i didn't like the easy start system on 250. Great saw's and very reliable.

Awesome video!

@HometownAcres

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt

Adam, we Love our 362c and mess with the Husky guys, all in fun, great video! Take care🚜🪵👍🏼🇱🇷

Great job Adam, both are great saws sorta like ford and chevy Lol ! I know what works best for me, I've had both. Keep up the great videos buddy 👍

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for commenting. Yeah hard to decide for sure when there’s that big of a price difference

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

Not really a Stihl vs Husqvarna video. More of a professional vs consumer saw video

Awesome video man, those saws were both rippin! Pretty neat compassion, take care buddy!

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dave! Nothin better than a new chain! Take care

Excellent video! I have the opposite - my husqvarna is a pro saw. The big advantage to the pro saw is "time is money" if logging is your living but for average users bucking up their own firewood, it probably wouldn't make much difference. Both great saws. Well done video bro.

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

I agree. Everybody has different needs. If you’re cutting all day long everyday the price difference on the pro saw will pay for itself very quickly. Other than that the consumer saw will serve just about everybody else’s needs just fine. Thanks for the comment

The extra cost of the Stihl not only gets the buyer more hp and speed but a rebuildable chainsaw... magnesium case vs plastic case. I own a Husqvarna 440e w/ 18" bar and it's a great saw for limbing and most of my other cutting requirements. But it's what I would deem a "throw-away" chainsaw. I also own an Echo CS-620P w/ 24" bar. It's comparable to the Stihl MS362 at around the price of the Husky 455 and 460 Rancher. It's a pro-grade saw at a consumer price. It's the chainsaw I use for cutting the big stuff. Great video comparison! I enjoyed watching.

Good work. Thanks

The best comparison vid for these two saws on the internet hands down.

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you enjoyed it. Hopefully it helped make up your mind on how much you want to spend on a chainsaw

How big are those logs?

I'm trying to decide between a Sthil 251CBE and a Husky 455 Rancher. Any advice about which one to choose from. Only buying for cutting my own firewood

Husqvarna for sure, not much difference, but a huge difference in price!

I'm certainly no expert at all on saws, but I have a 455 for dealing with the needs of my 10 acre homestead. Owned it 10 years and only use it a few times a year, and usually only for a couple hours at a time. It always starts right up and runs good. I run pure gasoline in it, not the 10% ethanol that likes to gum up carbs. Follow the directions: Pull the blue tab, push the compression release, pump the priming bulb 5-6 times and it'll fire after the first or second yank of the cord. Push in on the blue tab, yank the cord and it's alive. EVERY time. Let it run for 20 seconds, rev it up a couple times and it's ready to get to work. I'm an office worker and don't hit the gym as much as I should. The saw definitely feels heavy after an hour or two of work.

Great video I have a stihl 661,066 and husky 395

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

Which one do you prefer and why?

@ryanatkins4293

4 жыл бұрын

Hometown Acres well the 066 is ported but 395 it’s got more torque and rpm and pulls harder in my opinion

@alcoley7146

4 жыл бұрын

395 is a true beast!

@ryanatkins4293

4 жыл бұрын

Al Coley it is I’m beyond happy with the performance of it

I have a STIHL MS291 and love it. No problems at all with it. But lately I've been thinking about the Husky 455. Tractor supply has the Husky 455, 20 inch bar and all the supplies needed during regular store hours. STILH bids you good luck finding anything for it on a weekend. Many stores carry Husky. More times than not, even STIHL dealerships don't have the 20 inch, .325 yellow chain that I use. They have to order it and they might get it within a week to two months. I'll always have my MS291. But a husky as a second saw with parts more available on a weekend seems like a smart move to me.

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah my buddy has a 291 I think. It’s a 65cc saw right? It definitely beats my 455 rancher but then again it has an extra 10cc haha and probably more expensive

@thomaswhitten2537

4 жыл бұрын

@@HometownAcres Yes, it was more expensive but not by very much. About $120 I believe. The saw, gas oil, chain oil and an extra chain ran just a little over $600. It's been a wonderful saw. 3 years running and I've done is add gas, chain oil and changed out the chain as needed. No tune up or anything. All still original equipment just as it came off the shelf.

Right now the Stihl is over $800 while the Rancher is $500 even. Hardly comparable.

Not a fair comparison do the huski 562xp vs this still both 60cc and huski smokes it

I've got a '55 rancher. My partner has the MS291. it's a solid machine. There's not a huge difference between the two. In my experience, the Husky cuts a bit faster, not quite as heavy, and has less vibration. Small, but noticeable differences. For the homeowner or occasional user probably a tight race. It's much more noticeable when you have one in your hands all day. Bottom line: Husky= more production with less fatigue. It is what it is...side note: same partner has a Husky 272xp...and that thing is a BEAST.

@dentondunn4346

2 жыл бұрын

You recommend a 455 Rancher or 271 Farm Boss

Take this comparison with a 365, I'm not sure which saw is faster

That 455 rancher sounds like it needs little carb adjustment the saw sound flat ..

@GP9railfan

3 жыл бұрын

I was gonna say, my 455 would be done cutting that small log 10-15 seconds sooner.

@california8118

Жыл бұрын

I kinda thought he may have been pushing down a little too hard

@mrglock2313

10 ай бұрын

The husky 460 would have also been more of a fair fight

I built a custom exhaust for my 455 and I love it.

@waynegretzky8464

2 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing to get a little more of it, insteada punchin a few holes on factory. Did you make expansion type? Pics? Thanks man congrats on the custom work

@danthomas7180

2 жыл бұрын

@@waynegretzky8464 I'm not done with the whole deal yet. You have Facebook

Among a few other saws I've had a 455 for over 10 years and I use it constantly because we heat totally with wood. It may be a little slower on a 24 inch log but honestly I'm not cutting logs that big most of the time. They also come with a safety chain so if you don't throw that thing in the trash you'll never get good cut times. I run H46 blades and try to keep them sharp and it works for me. H47's would be better for dirty wood or lazy sharpeners lol And honestly with the difference in size and price these aren't two comparable saws.

@dentondunn4346

2 жыл бұрын

Would you recommend a 455 Rancher or a 271 Farm Boss. Both brand new which would you prefer and why

@joshblick

2 жыл бұрын

@@dentondunn4346 it looks like the Husky is about $50 dollars more but it's about 3 CC's more also. The Stihl seems hard to find to purchase and the reviews aren't good. I've never had a 271 so I can't truly give an honest opinion. I do have an old 080 Stihl but that's apples and oranges. I've had friends with newer Stihls that weren't that happy. Honestly the only Stihl owners that I know that are happy have old models. I know my 455 has lasted well over a decade and my other Husky's before that one were sold off in perfect working condition. They started easy as well. My 455 has sat out in the rain and the ice many times. It has lived in the back of my open Jeep for the past 3 years or so and has never failed on me. To tell you how well it starts, it still has the original pull cord. The only thing I've replaced has been the rubber fuel line from old age. Just my opinion but I'd only go with Husky.

@ihd-3603

2 жыл бұрын

291(55cc) is the competition for the 455(55cc) and 311(59cc) is the competition for the 460(60cc). All great saws if you take care of them in my opinion. Best way to take care of your saw and get the most out of it is to keep them clean( including blowing out the sawdust in and around the crankcase and jug), use good high octane gas(non ethanol is better but not necessary if you use stabilizer), use good mixing oil, keep bar groove and oiler cleaned, flip bar every new chain, keep chain sharp( if you have to rock or push on saw then your chain needs sharpened), resist the urge to max rev your saw when not under load(especially when cold), try not to bog the saw because it’s hard on the clutch.

I use a ms661 with a modded muffler and a 32" lightweight bar for my firewood cutting as the logs I come across are up to 3' in diameter the only downside is the weight I also have a ms 461 and I run a 25" bar on that saw when I have smaller wood but the 3/8" chain dulls fast in big oak and I am looking at switching to .404 pitch chain for faster cutting and longer chain life

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

I’m sure one day I’ll be upgrading saws and chains and everything but right now I pretty much run stock everything. I’d love to see some of those higher end saws screaming through 3’ wood

I would love to see the Echo CS620P in the mix. Guessing it would be close or better than the Stihl.

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

I’ve thought about getting one

@Brian-Outdoors

4 жыл бұрын

Hometown Acres they are nice and especially for the price.

@obeconoberougle9497

4 жыл бұрын

I own an Echo CS620P w/ 24" bar. Factory, no mods. It's a fantastic chainsaw! It's built like a tank, simple to start and starts super easy every time, has excellent power and torque and will cut through wood just as fast or faster than the Stihl was in this video. It is actually compared spec wise to the Stihl MS362. It's a pro-grade saw like the Stihl but priced like a Husky 455-460 Rancher. I would buy it again without any hesitation! My only complaint... it's too heavy for extensive limbing. But this isn't a limbing saw so that's unfair on my part. I use a Husqvarna 440e for that job. I was going to buy an Echo CS501P for my limbing saw and still plan to buy one, but at the time I needed one immediately so I ran to my local Lowes and bought the Husky. The Husky is a perfect limbing saw, but right out of the box it wouldn't stay running when idling. I had to adjust the carb on it. I would even recommend the Echo CS590 Timberwolf over the Husky 455 rancher. They can be had for right around $400 or less.

@livewithnick

3 жыл бұрын

My Echo 590 will typically out cut my ms362.

@Brian-Outdoors

3 жыл бұрын

@@obeconoberougle9497 I also bought the the CS501P I was so impressed by my CS620PW (regret buying full wrap would rather not have it for size and weight). I agree the 620 is heavy (I have the 27" bar which it pulls with ease and a 20" bar) I will tell you the CS501P is not as impressive so I purchased a Husqvarna 550XP Mark II and could not be happier. I still use my 501P (mainly for pine trees due to sap and me liking a clean saw) as it is light but that Husky is simply a much better saw as it seems to rev much higher right from day one and has better throttle response plus it is also light. Maybe I just need more patience for the 501P to break in😊 I have 10 saws and of them 5 are Echo so I like the brand.

A fair compare is a 562XP. That Husky is a homeowner saw. My 555 will run with that 362.

That's as good as test as you can get! I'm a cheapskate so I would probably go with the Husqvarna

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

Lol clearly I am too

@moneymakingmikeg.9555

4 жыл бұрын

I'll c'mon up there wit my 18" Ryobi 2 cycle and we'll get through one cut in a min.45secs.!!! The tools makes such a difference. CJ would just rip those logs in half with his bare hands!! Hope all is well, Dirty Jersey out!!

@g.d.7629

4 жыл бұрын

We know!!

So do I see a Stihl on your future? I have a 362 and love it. Not just speed of cut, but just overall manners of the saw. Good video!

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

I will say I really liked the shape of the Stihl bar better. I feel that helped it pull through the wood better. I don’t know. If I upgraded I’d look long and hard at the Husqvarna 562xp for $700 vs $780 for the Stihl 362

@NorthForkHollow

4 жыл бұрын

@@HometownAcres Husky's are darn good saws. I always viewed it like a Ford vs Chevy debate. I run Stihl because that is what my dad runs. If he ran husky, I probably would too.

Great video 👍 up next Echo 20in 590 CS vs both Power Saw's. Thanks for sharing I like this content awesome video.

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

I’d love to get my hands on a Timberwolf. I’ve heard really good things about them. I believe CJ at mallard 5 farmhouse has one.

@teamstucker624

4 жыл бұрын

@@HometownAcres Yes that's CJ's brand of chainsaw we both run the Echo 590 he helped me decide on grabbing my Timberwolf 590 it's a great saw strong and cuts fast it would give that white and orange saw a good race LOL.

I'd like to see a comparison between the stihl equivalent to the 455

Gotta love a husqvarna 👍

Good video, thank you. Whether or not the Stihl is worth the extra money more or less depends on what you're doing with it, in my opinion. If you're going to cut countless cords of wood to sell, then yes, it probably makes sense. For the average Joe that cuts 3 or 4 cords a year, I'd say it's a toss up. I've seen plenty of guys cut their firewood for years with much smaller and slower saws than the Husky. But some guys have no patience or very little time on their hands, so those guys should probably just spring for the faster saw. The Husky sounded like it could have benefited from a little better tune. I have no idea if it has an adjustable carb though. But it was definitely running a little fatter on fuel than the Stihl. It probably could have picked up 2 or 3 seconds with a little more engine speed.

The main difference from the Ranchers are they are lower tune RPM and they are land saws and less weight, the HP is different

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for chiming in. I knew there’d be pieces of information I missed

My rancher cuts wood good and I never had a problem with it

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

As does mine. A more comparable test to the Stihl 362 would have been the Husqvarna 562xp

Compared to most comparison videos this is the most unbiased I have seen but the question Will always remain husky or stihl. u decide

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

I’m a husky fan myself. I’d like to get a Husqvarna 372, 562 or 572. I’d also really like a Stihl ms 462 haha

@MemphisMojo15s

4 жыл бұрын

@@HometownAcres try a Husqvarna 465. 65cc's, autotune carburetor, and run a 20" bar on it with the power to spare, and can handle a 24" bar. My 460 is a beast and I bet will cut with this 362. That much power and still only $600 for the 465, You couldn't go wrong.

Yeah heck 362 is about 4.6Hp 455 rancher is 5CCs smaller and not a pro saw. But lots of guys swear by them!! And about 3.5 ish Hp so totally unfair. It's like Buckhorn beer vs Bud lite.

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

Yep. Just trying to show what the extra $300 gets you. Some people may need the increased power, others may not

Why didn't u compare something closer in cc's like the 460 rancher? I feel this is a very biased and trying to make Stihl look better they're both great saws I used to big on Stihl until I started trying Husky's I love how smooth Husky's are and I love how easy they start up 1- 2 pulls and they have good low end torque for when u are deep into a cut. Everyone has there preferences but as I get older I like running a smoother easier starting saw

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If you ever get the chance try a Husqvarna 562 Xp I think you’ll like it

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah I looked them up. I think that would be the comparable saw to the Stihl 362. Only $700 instead of $780 for the Stihl so better value in my opinion

@g.d.7629

4 жыл бұрын

Yes a 562xp or jonsered 2260

@g.d.7629

4 жыл бұрын

Also dolmar/Makita 6100

Well done practical comparison. If you happen to be thinking about an MS391 vs an MS362, pay the extra money and get the 362. I own both and the 362 cuts about 15% - 20% faster and is also lighter.

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

I was actually thinking if I ever do upgrade to get either the 462 or the new fuel injected stihl

@ng-ht1vx

4 жыл бұрын

@@HometownAcres You're complaining about the price of a 362, and now talking about a 500i that likely going to be $1200 to start? :D :D lmao

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

n g I wasn’t complaining about the price. Just showing what the difference in price gets you

Do a muffler mod & retune your saw. That will help it. Good luck!..

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip. How hard is it to do the muffler mod

@robertdouglas3456

4 жыл бұрын

There ate videos on KZread that could show you better than me telling you. Google a search for muffler mods for 2 cycle chain saws.

STIHL MS 880 im love,😁😁

I really liked how you kept this test as fair as possible for both saws. I myself am a husky man and love my 455. Don't get me wrong Stihl makes a damn good saw but I like the feel of the huskys

@tntfreddan3138

2 жыл бұрын

I first wondered why you called them "Huskys" but then I realized he pronounced it "Husk Varna". I'm Swedish myself so I say it like "Hus-Kvarna". My brain was just a little slow on processing.

The diff is also in carb and how the motor is set up the stihl you can replace the piston from by just taking the head off the husky is a clam shell engine n have to pull the engine saw n motor apart to do it its a pain

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

I don’t do too much tinker with the Motorhead so to me that wasn’t a big deciding factor but I can understand how that would be to some. Thanks for commenting

I've been an Echo guy ever since I was robbed, in 1994. Insurance guy said go get new saws so that's what I got. No regrets. Never gave me a problem. Not one. Son has them now. I bought 2new Echo's last fall.

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

I didn’t even look at echos until after I bought the Husqvarna. The Timberwolf 590 looks like it’s a fantastic saw. I haven’t seen one complaint about it

@g.d.7629

4 жыл бұрын

Echos are very good saws

@g.d.7629

4 жыл бұрын

@@HometownAcres Get the 620p or Shindaiwa 600sx both same saw.Rim sprocket 2 rings 4.5hp

@g.d.7629

4 жыл бұрын

I got the Shindaiwa w 24 in bar and put 20 in tsumura so 72x.050x72

@g.d.7629

4 жыл бұрын

That saw is $499 + shipping but Bowman will deal. What sucks is eBay will get tax.

On a Stihl Pro saw most all of the parts are available from the dealer. Power to weight is so much better that they dominate over the comparable powered non-Pro Stihl. After cutting with both, I would always buy the pro for the extra $$$$. Also, pro saws hold their value alot better if you need to sell. The 362 will pull a 25" bar whilst its farm boss brother the 391 will not.

First run on the husky bogged because the bar didn't go all the way through. Log might have been a little to big.

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

20” bar on both saws

@edhansen8531

3 жыл бұрын

But falling dog stuck out farther on the husky.

How's she goin'? Years ago I bought a Husky 455. It had the magnesium crank. Since then though Husky have gone into the 'comsumer' market and you can get their saws at big box stores now. Stihl on the other hand has stayed true to its heritage and is only available at specialty stores for forestry/farm equipment. For the difference in money I'd go with the Husky, but for a good, hard working, long lasting saw, the Stihl is the choice. You can earn a living with a Stihl, you can maintain a property with a Husky. Thanks for posting Adam. This was a good comparison!!!

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

Couldn’t agree with your summary any better. That’s a good way to break it down. I like that. Thanks for sharing!

@g.d.7629

4 жыл бұрын

Stihl still bends you over! Their saw their rules. I have but won't own one. Got screwed by dealers.

That stihil chainsaw looks good

I bought a 455 from tractor supply in 2011 its just now getting hard to start after running for a while I think rings are done but I've used it to mill amd used it for almost 2 years that I've had my tree service its earned a rest

@GroovesAndLands

2 жыл бұрын

two strokes will start with very, very little compression. I bet your carb is the issue, not the rings.

@wvboy0311

2 жыл бұрын

@@GroovesAndLands when its cold it starts easier i may try to rebuild or replace the carb i figured since it was hard to start after being run low compression was the issue im by no means a expert im gonna tinker with it thanks

When you say Stihl has a magnesium crankcase and the Husq a plastic one, that says a whole lot. Why would I want plastic over metal?

I run a ms362c-m R with a 28"light bar. Put a aftermarket filter a Egan straight shot, bigger dawgs, 462oiler. I tell ya what with a sharp chain its still suprises me!

Should of put it against the 562xp

Love my ms 362 cm and 261 cm

I use my 455 all the time. 9 sec difference? Husky parts are easier to get.

The Husky's are very light and compact.

The 362 is total pro

You know honestly I'm thinking stihl is a better choice as far as getting your money's worth for longevity of the saw. I mean plastic vs metal. But husky is still a damn good saw don't get me wrong, especially that 575xp that's a wicked saw. I've ran husqvarna since I was 13 years old, I'm 30 now and I was just introduced to stihl, but so far I'm thinking I'll be transitioning to stihl saws now. Like you said the build quality is just a few steps higher than what the husqvarnas have but that's just my own opinion.

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

So this wasn’t meant to be a Stihl vs Husqvarna video. Husqvarna makes a pro saw equal to that of the Stihl MS362. And Stihl also makes a lesser saw equal to the Husqvarna 455 rancher. This was meant to be a comparison of pro saws to consumer saws

@willkrull7316

4 жыл бұрын

@@HometownAcres ahhh, misunderstood the video. Still both great saws though. 👍

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

Will Krull yeah sorry I didn’t explain that as well as I could have. These were the only 2 saws I had available to me for the purpose of this video

In Australia the 362 is $1700...

@jacobgomez2682

3 жыл бұрын

What?????? Holy crap, send me a few green tree pythons from there and I'll trade you lol

It's all in the filing of your Chisels but that's some hard wood.

Husqvarna dont like the low elevation, dry climate and hot weather, still love my 450 rancher however considering jumping to stihl

@captainsledge7554

3 жыл бұрын

Dont do it. Newer stihls have less power than the models they replaced. Stihl went downhill bad. Go with a good husky.. not the lowes or home depot husky... get a husky 555, or 562xp. The lowes and home depot huskys are poulans in an orange shell. I work for stihl... stay away

@nacjammer

3 жыл бұрын

Yea thats 700 buck I don't have..... be nice though

@markclark1605

3 жыл бұрын

@@captainsledge7554 I have the husky xp562 and it's very fast.He needs to compare it with the sthil.

What a difference 3yrs make...now 899.00 for the 362

Not a bad test! Showing what you were trying to show you couldn't have done it any different.

@HometownAcres

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting!

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By the time you get the Stihl going the Husqvarna has a whole bunch of cuts done

@richardbadish6990

6 ай бұрын

Typical firewood specialist! Every stihl I've ran. Has always been no matter how cold or hot... full choke 2 pulls sputters, half choke one pull starts up with high idle pop chain brake off and let it high idle just a second or two. And it will not stop until u run out of fuel! And before you say something stupid. I have been a line clearance Arborist for over 8yrs! Used a lot of saws, mostly stihl 361/362 and 200T/201tc even the 192/194 top handles. I've ran echo ground saws and trim saws I've ran Husqvarna ground saws. I haven't used the Husqvarna trim saws much. But I've done them all enough to tell you. Coming from someone who ran a saw virtually all day 8-10hrs a day. I've come across very very lil problems with any of my stihl saws. That wasn't the fault of a new groundsmen. So your lil statement couldn't be any further from the truth! Especially with their stupid primer bulb and cheap flimsy ass choke selectors! The only people who say shit like you just did, are people who can't afford a Stihl pro saw!😂

@rockymountainman7

6 ай бұрын

@@richardbadish6990 I bought my saw in 1991. It has done a lot of work and hasn't skipped a beat. The only things not original are the bar and sparkplug and i went trough some chains. You can call it all you want. I call it extremely good value.

Why compare a home owner saw vs a pro series? They are two totally different classes of saws.

@livewithnick

3 жыл бұрын

Why not?

As I am a husky man i don t care about the time difference in each cut but "it s true that's there is no replacement for displacement"

@saltwaterangling472

4 жыл бұрын

Husky stays in the shop because its always breaking like GMs

@SuperMerlinv12

4 жыл бұрын

@@saltwaterangling472 mate I m in Australia what are GM s ? As for saws there are so many to pick from I choose orange or the need a and never had one in the shop except for service or when I bought it cheers