Just marketing, I know, but thanks Milwaukee for supporting our KZread friends. Bought 2 of these today. Pleased with the performance. They will overheat an 8 amp hour battery (experienced it this morning), so for those considering the saw, plan on a 12 aH battery. Thank you August, as always, for sharing your work.

@harisyoung4110

Жыл бұрын

i even overheated the 12ah in less than 25minutes of usage.. that's why other company such as dewalt, makita, ego and others made their chainsaw to run higher volt, so it wont overheat due to excessive amp being draw from the powerful 18v motor.

@TreeGenie

4 ай бұрын

Im down in texas, it does great but i learned to only run about half a battery then swap. Bc once they over heat it takes forever for the temp protection to go off in 100+ weather

@adamwalker7338

Ай бұрын

Great feedback

Thanks for the honest review! :) Using the Milwaukee pole saw,I usually use a lighter weight M18 5.0AH battery that lasts long enough for my trimming limb jobs on my property.I carry extra batteries in a HF plastic ammo can to keep them out of any rain or dirt.The oil reservoir on the pole saw does leak if you leave it full of oil while in storage.I usually fill the tank 1/4 full as the pole saw doesn't use much oil. I use the Milwaukee QUIK-LOK weedeater,Hackzall with 3T Diablo carbide blade for cutting roots,small trees, and bushes at ground level to save my saw chain,Milwaukee hammerdrill works great for a long time with a M18 4.0AH battery,M18 box vacuum cleaner is good for cleaning up dirt and sawdust,and the M18 air compressor is quiet and adequate,but a little slow for inflating truck tires if you don't have a full sized air compressor handy. I did have a M18 9.0AH that came with the weedeater fail after less than a years use;the M18 4.0,5.0's,and 8.0 AH batteries have not had any problems.

I work for Dead Or Alive Tree service , and we were approached by Milwaukee representatives and we got to test out the prototypes before they came out with this saw probably about 2-2 1/2 years ago they gave each person one to try out. They are pretty impressive I still have my prototype.

I bought the rear handle over winter, because I got a free pole pruner with it and I was pretty impressed with it, being my first battery saw and I will definitely be getting one of these as well. They'll never replace my gas saws, but I think they'll be good to have around.

@JoeMcFarlanesgoogle

Жыл бұрын

The pole saw functionality is awesome. I use it way more than I expected

🌲❤️ Great video. Thanks or all the camera placements and editing. Awesome crew 😎 Love ending shots “ in Dads boots”💫 Brilliant

I’ve never seen a tulip tree like that. It is so beautiful! Too bad it had to be cut down.❤ Great video all the way around!

@JLJ7802

Жыл бұрын

I've never heard of them referred to as simply a tulip tree. In the eastern US, we've always called them Tulip Poplar. They grow really big and straight.

Nice to see the tribute to Jed shirt. I have and use the Milwaukee system, I'd consider adding this to my arsenal but I just love 2 strokes!! You guys be safe

I have the M12 Milwaukee 6" trimming saw. It works great and will cut stuff bigger than the 2" recommended. Stihl had one first but I did not want another battery platform. I hope Hez is still doing well with the flying.

Cleared all the trees in my neighborhood after hurricane byrel in Houston Tx this chainsaw is awesome . I used 12.0 batteries . Charged one used one , kept rotating ! This is a must have in your ARSENAL

Nice! Definitely need a side by side cutting comparison with the husqvarna and Milwaukee

@othonvonsalza5468

Жыл бұрын

Yes, we need !

@missingremote4388

Жыл бұрын

One is made in China That is the deal breaker

@onthelake9554

Жыл бұрын

@@missingremote4388 Exactly, I'll take the made in Sweden magnesium housing one over the china plastic one .

@Focaloren

Жыл бұрын

Project farm has done a comparison of them all. kzread.info/dash/bejne/kZV2vNZxnZS-m7Q.html

Beautiful tree in a bad location. It's impressive how balanced you make your picks. Exp level 100% Good job guys!

@mcciaccio

Жыл бұрын

Lol, Thats the story of all Denver metro!

The flower on that tulip poplar is a little more yellow then they are over here in Georgia. There are a few species that I haven't seen over here, but I recognize a lot too. Something I noticed is the popular here and the poplar in the smokie national forest is the wood holds total different consistently. Good to see y'all. Nice saw.

@Thetreefella

Жыл бұрын

dan dan💚🌳👍👊🌳💚

very capable saw, thanks for the demonstration, I'd purchase one

I used a Makita 36v saw the other day and it was very awesome, light, cuts super fast. There is an on/off button that you have to keep pushing because it goes to auto-off after a minute but its easy to hit it one handed.

@yorkshiresnumero2gardener244

14 күн бұрын

I think the Makita is much better although I've only used the Milwaukee a few times.

Enjoyed the video. I like the test you put the Milwaukee Battery Chainsaw through. Some tough cutting there. Bar buried and still zipping along. I like it. I use an Echo DCS-2500T for most of my limbing and topping. I like the balance and the lightweight. The Husky E-saw seemed heavy and awkward (but with lots of power). Very nice camera work. Thanks for the camera placement and editing.

@RFTwo

Жыл бұрын

My DCS-2500T arrived last week. All good so far; seems very capable. I really like it!

@user-eu7ny3fp9i

Жыл бұрын

This m18 saw is definitely larger and more awkward than the t535lixp and t540ixp. Lots and lots of plastic, whereas the husky saws are built much more compact with the battery being the only heavy piece. This saw is fine for keeping in the truck for those 'just in case' instances, but the fan cooled battery of the husky is definitely the way to go for in tree use, imo.

Somebody get that lil guy some spikes! 😂 ❤ Thanks for sharing August. Jeff, nice shirt

A great Video. Three Trees to cut. By the first two make You the Teacher for New Recruits. The greatest make You self, then this Tree is only with the best to Know in this Settlement Colony to Cut about. Thanks, the Video very Instructive for my. 💪👌

มันเป็นเลื่อยที่เจ๋งดี และดูมีพลัง งานเหน็ดเหนื่อย ดูแลสุขภาพด้วยพี่ชาย ❤

I'm on the M18 platform and have been looking at this saw. Your review and "so far" stamp of approval is appreciated.

@AugustHunicke

Жыл бұрын

It does seem hard on the battery.

@yorkshiresnumero2gardener244

14 күн бұрын

​@@AugustHunickeit's got great torque but the overheating is so bad I'd consider it a bad design( only used 5ah) . The Makita 36v is better I think.

👍 Tiny Tim would very much approve of your work in the Tulip Tree 😁

Ive been wanting to see the Milwaukee in action. Real work action thanks August.

I like this video. A nice low-key day on the job!

Awesome I was looking forward to this one... actually looks a bit impressive !!! REALLY GREAT ENDING AUGUST ❤❤❤

that’s a pretty impressive stump grinder. nothing like i’ve ever rented at my local yard

Brother likes a milwalkee. Some good stuff. Seems smooth in cuts. Hard for some to trust outside stihl or husky tho. Cheers

Finally!! A climbing review with the top handle Milwaukee.

I gotta say, the first cut with that battery saw impressed me.

I haven't tried a Husky, but am very happy with the Stihl battery saw. Sounds just like that Husky.

Great review . Fun episode. Stay safe

It looked like it did a little better than I expected. 👍🏻👍🏻

I have the Milwaukee 14". The bar needs a sprocket because I purchased a 16" Powercare bar which has a sprocket. The original bar the tip groove flared open and the chain sunk deeper. Derailed too. Hammering it back didn't fix it permanently.

I have always love milwaukee tools. 1 bar... it may start slowing a little... but feel free to use it down till it stops and the battery flashes. They also have a pole trimming saw which uses the same batteries. the number is how many Ah the battery has, so the XC8.0 is 8 Ah capacity... high output means it can output the power faster than a regular one. (I'm just a tech geek, not anything official about tools)

Jeff is the perfect person to give the review. No minced words. He says what he feels no extra words needed. Love that guy.

That's awesome output from the big battery. I have the rear handle version which absolutely EATS smaller batteries.

@johndunbar2393

Жыл бұрын

I noticed that as well. I tried the 5, and 6.0's There's several Milwaukee tools that about require the 12.0 battery, if you want any sort of run time.

@redmondjp

Жыл бұрын

@@johndunbar2393 Which, if you think of how much power it has to deliver, is not surprising at all. I still have my 20-year-old Ryobi 4.5" circular saw and with its 18V NiCd battery, you might be able to cut two or three 2x4s and then that battery was done. We have come a long way in battery technology, that's for sure! I'm really impressed with this Milwaukee saw, still keeping the speed up with the bar buried.

@johndunbar2393

Жыл бұрын

@@redmondjp I had one of those old blue Ryobi kits with several tools 20 years ago and yeah, we've come a LONG way. 👍🏻. I held off getting a 12.0 for awhile because of cost, but I'm glad I have it, now that I have it.

I got a prototype of this saw from Milwaukee during the design phase, and I said the same thing to them about the dawgs.

I have the same saw. They make a 9 amp battery that fits in that saw just FYI. It's twice the size of the one that looks to be in there. They also make a few different chains with bigger bite.

My mom would have loved a Tulip tree that big. She was heart broken having to leave her's when mom and dad moved. Bit windy there in the video. Hope the crew / family and you are doing well. God Bless.

Thanks for the review...

Have we figured out the parts needed to get it to 1/4 pitch and bigger dogs…I’m loving mine has great torque but yes needs bigger dogs for sure and I would love to see a panther bar and skinny chain on it

@Justin31789

4 ай бұрын

West coast saws make bigger dogs for the milwaukee.

Any comments on bar oil flow for this or any of the electric saws? My EGO brand electric saw always runs too dry and hot it seems.

@missingremote4388

Жыл бұрын

They're for small stuff. Where the electric or battery chainsaw are meant for light duty. Small limbs and trimming trash branches. Instead a gas saw can be used constantly

Great video

Weren't those Sweet Gum trees @augusthunicke? The first one with double leads? I'm on the East Coast, never heard of liquid amber

@AugustHunicke

Жыл бұрын

Same thing

What bar and chain do you plan to use with the Milwaukee top handle? Do you plan to put a quarter pitch kit on it? I've wanted to get one but from what I've read the bar and chain that come with the saw are not the best. Glad to hear it needs better dogs too. All things I will consider.

What climbers do you like the best?

how's that beaver pelt holding up on the hot days August :p

pretty much all the area utilities have went to the Milwaukee saws.. Stihl hit first and they bought some then when the Milwaukee's came out they were keeping the local vendors out of stock, batteries in common with all their other Milwaukee tools helped as well. I have several gas saws and for everything 16-18" and under all I have used the past few years is the Milwaukee saws. If I was using them commercially the speed of a gas saw might beat out the Milwaukee but for convenience you just cannot beat the Milwaukee saw. Only issue so far is the bar studs have pulled loose on one of the saws, I cleaned and epoxied back in and so far holding.

What kind of chokers are you using ?

I have nothing but battery saws. Always easy to start and little maintenance. Quieter too. The numbers are the capacity of the battery. An 8 is 8 Amp Hours. The 12 you used to one bar of capacity is 12 Amp Hours. Weight and capacity are pretty proportional. Milwaukee is great all around tools. Interesting to hear about the dogs though.

Do the tulip tree have some itchy saw dust

Heat might cause the battery powered saw to fail .does it have a built in fan yet ?

If all these cuts made on one battery charge ?? Im very impressed !!

"We're moving the spectators back a little bit KZread....." 😁 "Look at this inhumane mess....." MonkeyBeaver crew still making the hard work look easy. That saw really seems legit. Well done guys and keep yourselves safe! 😃👍❤🌲 Randy

Hey August, great video and review of the new Milwaukee saw! It looks like a decent option for guys like me that already have several Milwaukee cordless tools. How would you say the battery life compared to the Husqvarna and Stihl options?

@AugustHunicke

Жыл бұрын

Battery goes a bit fast I think 🤷🏼‍♂️

@MikeBrooks12550

Жыл бұрын

@@AugustHunicke Thank you sir. I thought that might be the case, like you said in the video maybe better with 1/4 pitch but there's probably not a compatible panther setup yet with such a new saw. Not sure I'm ready to drop $700 for the kit though. The ol Mac 310 I have is getting the job done for now.

This is nuts crazy video

How long is the battery life on it

I started climbing with my Makita cordless saw with (2x) 18V batteries. It cuts great but I did buy an Echo 2511t due to weight. I don't like the cost of big Milwaukee batteries so I prefer the Makita which pairs up their 18V batteries.

@redmondjp

Жыл бұрын

IMO that idea to parallel two batteries was genius! I wish that Stihl had done that on my RMA-460 cordless mower. It has spaces for two batteries but only uses one, which gets really hot during use. I am going to buy the terminals and wire in the second compartment so I can use two batteries in parallel (if the nanny-state electronics inside the batteries/mower will let me). It lets us users with the smaller batteries that we already own double them up and be able to use some of the higher-load tools.

@wolphin732

Жыл бұрын

IMO... the cost of milwaukee batteries is offset with their warranty, and how long they actually last. My V28 (first generation lithium ion batteries from them) lasted me under light personal use of over a decade. The M28 (2nd generation) works with the tools, so still going strong.

@schwartztekllc

Жыл бұрын

@Wolphin The cost of 10 and 12mah Milwaukee batteries seems crazy to me. I haven't lost any Makita batteries over the years but I have many of them since are easy to get in kit deals. Initially, I went with Makita 18V rather than Milwaukee because of Makita's selection. I have some Milwaukee 12V now just because of certain tools but that battery design is terrible. I saw a comparison of Milwaukee and Makita hole-hawg type drills. The Makita had a lot more power. They could be running 36V motors while Milwaukee is stuck at 18V.

Epitome of professional. If I'd buy an electric chainsaw August Hunicke's opinion would be my guideline.

Seems like a reasonable tool for the price point . 23:43 What do you give someone who ( thinks they have ) everything , your time , your love , your thoughts , your support .

@ddalton692

Жыл бұрын

👍Very well said Sir 🌲❤️

So I have the two Handed Milwaukee they have us use at our utility Company. It has metal Grizzlys dogs that are tiny.. . HAve not seen this version of milwaukee before. My one think is the kerf of the bar and chain. Do u think its possible to upsize the bar not in length but the Kirf and get a chain to accomodate? we have too clear branches and or limbs in many cases to run cable. I try to cut it without utting stress on Bar and chain by your techniques but sometimes its like WTF. The chain and bar gets pinched for the smallest stuff.. To my knowledge they are husqvarn bars and Chains right out of the box. Im also curious if u can dilute the chain oil and what would uyou use to do that . Regular bar and chain Lube seemse a bit thick in viscosity for a battery saw?. Stay safe

@culbyj3665

Жыл бұрын

Great video August. And it be cool If u Could do a breakdown of the this miwaukees saw in how its built . Ups and downs . And general review

Haha, I really like you's comments on how being unhappy in the tree is bad. It most definitely is and that seems like a principle not many care to talk about 😅

@AugustHunicke

Жыл бұрын

Sup!! 👊🏼🤠

August, can you please tell us what protective nets do you use on your helmets? 16 holes or 32 holes per square cm. ? Thank you !

@bendoherty3129

Жыл бұрын

Thats such a niche question im impressed. Surely you just use whatever comes as standard on the protos or am i missing a trick?

@Andreyanswer

Жыл бұрын

@@bendoherty3129 these helmets have two types of protective mesh. And as I understand it, you can choose any of them, and they are both included in the standard package. I don’t know which one is better to choose.

@bendoherty3129

Жыл бұрын

@@Andreyanswer ok, ive owned this helmet and never knew that. Interesting

looks like milwaukee knows how to make a nice chain! good looking chips

@Iplumb27

Жыл бұрын

It comes with a Oregon chain and bar.

How much did the saw cost you?

How many batteries did you went through for this video?

For the non-pros watching this vid -:the secret to success with battery saws is keeping the chain super sharp. Keep it out of the dirt !! I use the Dremel sharpening kit with the appropriate diameter grinding points. I can do a chain in about 3 minutes and no need to remove it. I have had both the Milwaukee 16” and a Stihl 10” for about 5 years and have used them a good bit. They are awesome when you are burning downed trees and limbs.

@truthboomertruthbomber5125

Жыл бұрын

For occasional homeowner use the quality ( read expensive) saws are your best value. If you don’t use it for a year or two there is no problem. Get it out, throw the battery in it and it works perfectly. A gas saw that sits unused for a year or more is likely going to the scrap pile. The fuel system will need a complete refurb which will likely cost more than the saw was new.

@jakeharris4465

Жыл бұрын

😂Dremel to sharpen chain are you serious just hand file it

@Mike-01234

11 ай бұрын

I use the timberline sharpener no power tools needed it works great. Caride sharpener it is better than new. Don't buy the China clones the USA made version is what you want.

this white truck is very nice and powerful, the saw is great too

Focus 😂😂😂😂😂😂👍👍 love the saw!!!😲🤩 I need it I’m not far 🤭 New Zealand 🇳🇿 👌👌👌🫵🏋️‍♀️

But how does it compare to the older Milwaukee chainsaw? On their site they claim new saw will cut 250 times vs 150 for older style. I had a heck of a time cutting through 12 inch cedar at my son's house with mine (maybe too much sap in the summer) but I took saw home and sharpened it and went through stuff at home no problem. Usually I only cut when it's cold outside. BTW: I ditched the original Milwaukee bar for a slightly wider Oregon branded one and it's so much better. The original bar just didn't last and allowed chain to walk too much.

I thought it looked heavier than the echo or sthil. Not much is less happy than yanking a pull cord when you're gaffed up a half dead pecan when you're worried about coming ungaffed so battery is exciting.

I pour oil on the bar now too. replaced too many .

How about if its good enough for you?:)

Good video, note you have a tendency to try revving it like a gas saw instead of keeping it on full power, that said you gave it a great test on some pretty thick wood.

@AugustHunicke

Жыл бұрын

Lol

That Milwaukee saw would come in handy for me as I have all Milwaukee tools. But my batteries are all xce4.0 and a=xce6.0 and I know the 12.0 is pricey.

Used a rear handle to clean up after a cyclone blew through the farm I work on ,it blew my mind how well it did.imo the top handle is forced safety to stop you using at certain angels.

I have a milwaukee battery saw and its my go to for trail riding and small jobs. Good dialogue from jeff 😂😂😂

"If your happiness dwindles, you wont be safe" Agreed.

For all that cuts that you did at that property how many battery have you swap out?

@AugustHunicke

Жыл бұрын

Zero

Best shirt ever Jeff ;) good look… ILoveYou JED

i have both gas and battery chainsaw. tho battery chainsaw doesn't pack a punch, it's nice to have it around when dealing with smaller stuffs. 0 emissions, not much greasy stuffs, 0 smell, not too noisy so i dont have to put earmuff. best thing about it i only need to reach another full charged battery on my belt to 'refuel' once it stops running. mine is worx 20v chainsaw(yeh it's closer to a toy than power tools lmao). never tried milwaukee's before. but seeing how it cuts big stuffs here i might ditch my gas-powered and going all battery.

I hate it when my happiness dwindles.........then I look UP :{) impressed the way that saw cut also

Thanks for the video! I have one truck thats just about all battery equipment for smaller jobs. Im interested in buying this or the top new echo to add to the collection. That Milwaukee seems to have enough power to not stall out when you bury it in the wood! Beautiful tree, I wish we had more variety in Colorado.

good call on Milwaukee sending it to you fellas

LOOKS LIKE A FAIRLY LONG BAR..WHAT LENGTH AND WHAT SIZE CHAIN ?

@AugustHunicke

Жыл бұрын

14

The only concern I'd have is......with regular use what would the life expectancy of the electric motor be versus a gas version

Free stuff is cool. That thing looks like a toy. But Husky which everyone seems to like the battery costs as much as the saw and you want spares so benefit vs gas?

So why did you put the crane's stabilizer down on the neighbor's poodle?

I wonder what the bill was for that job.

Three nice trees

Does the saw have an adjustable oiler?

@AugustHunicke

Жыл бұрын

Good question

@jonbarnhard3681

Жыл бұрын

@@AugustHunicke Ya the Milwaukee website doesn't say. considering that it has the captive bar nut I was thinking maybe it has the adjustable oiler too?

August I must ask...do you have a secret stash laying around of the original single eye zigzags? I love your tree crew family. Such loyal men.

@AugustHunicke

Жыл бұрын

Nope

The more milliamp hour / AMH the longer run time but it's also heavier and longer to charge So you got a 8 AMH n a 12 AMH amp hour cool deal

The scrench sold me

Milwaukee 8 amp battery is great, 12 amp is incredible!

Guessing that the Milwaukee ships with 3/8" LP chain, if you want faster cutting you might go to 3/8" LP NK (narrow kerf) AND matching bar, since the drive links are thinner on NK chain. Of course you want the basics- carefully filed cutters and the most joint (depth gauge drop) the saw can handle for the wood you're cutting (that'll vary.) Or just KISS with plain LP.

@larryweinberg1191

Жыл бұрын

what make bars can one walk in to saw shop and buy if milwaukee bar get boogered?

If ya could just crane the chipper in. Then the truck. Thats a big crane. Cheers fullas always good vids

Brother I am praying for your business you are covered in the blood of Christ . Also praying for a complete restoration of health 🙏

13:40 min: That flower looks nice. What kind of tree is that?

@Gordon_L

Жыл бұрын

That's the Tulip tree , Liriodendron tulipifera

@DrZergling

Жыл бұрын

@@Gordon_L ah i see. Thx a lot.

Anyone had the treatment of trying out the make it makeita electric topper it was the first one that they done i had to endure it for my ticket for cutting in the tree trying to fill the oil needed a work mate to keep it up right as it wouldn't balance there was explicit screems herd from that wood

Spoiler alert, the Milwaukee battery chainsaw is pretty awesome. I use it on the ranch all the time and love it.

holy crap, is an 18inch bar standard on those?? lol

@matthewpolo227

Жыл бұрын

I JUST SENT AUGUST A MESSAGE ASKING WHAT LENGTH IT IS IT DOES LOOK LIKE AN 18 !

@AugustHunicke

Жыл бұрын

Nah 14