Stihl ms 260?

treestyle · 25th July 2007, 06:25 PM

Thinking of getting a smaller saw to block down with.
I currently have a 192 and 460. the 192 struggles with bigger stuff and the 460 is a bit heavy, any thoughts on the 260 would be great.

Thanks!

Steve Tipton · 25th July 2007, 07:08 PM

MS 260, formerly 026, are a good little saw, max bar length 16" or they battle.
Husky 346 is very similar.
Steve

JSY440 · 25th July 2007, 09:37 PM

how about the husky 357, great little saw and certainly not short of power! Used to use a 260 but would never go back after the 357, slightly bigger engine but personally i think its a great saw!

Eric Frei · 26th July 2007, 12:02 AM

Treestyle, if you are cutting palms dont go Husky!

I have a 250 running 3/8 picco not 325 chain, take th screen out the muffler, open the vents a little with the screw driver, goes really well. But my main worker saw is 440, I also got 460 but 440 is lighter and running 18" bar. Need the grunt for palms.

treestyle · 26th July 2007, 08:37 PM

yeah, i'm a sthil man through and through. I reckon Huskies perfer colder weather anyway. Thought bout 440? too similar to the 460. Need a good mid range saw will be used on palms when needed. how long do you get out of a 250?

thanks Ekka!

Eric Frei · 26th July 2007, 09:23 PM

2 years!

Houthakker · 31st July 2007, 06:11 AM

Ever tried a 260 with a 3/8 RSC chain + Z7 sprocket + blade.?

treejames64 · 18th April 2009, 04:29 PM

I used the 26 pro for years as my primary climbing saw. I've just down graded to the 250. The price difference is well over a hundred dollers. So far my biggest complaint is the gas tank is half the size on the 250 so I'm having to send my saw down halfway through a tree. I usually can block down wood until around 20 inches in diameter and then if the saw is fighting too much I get the 44 out. I will probably continue using the Stihl 250 at this time. Lighter and cheaper and still cutting good...though I do notice a power drop.

HolmenTree · 19th April 2009, 02:41 AM

I hate to say I too am a long term Stihl user, but just switched over to Huqvarna. I thought my little 026 was the perfect climbing mate to my MS200, but just bought a new Husky 346XP NE and this little guy just blows the 026 out of the tree. With the Huskys air injection I'm hardly ever cleaning its air filter and I'm told this air injection keeps the saw running cooler in hot weather[ makes sense to me]. The spring anti vibe feels alot smoother on the hands and the power with no mods is incrediable!
I stick to the .325 chisel chain on this size of saw, I remember buying my first Stihl 034 25 yrs ago and how it was a dog with the big 33RS 3/8 on it ,to make it perform I put the 23 RS .325 on it. I'm even trying to make up a sprocket drum to convert my MS200 over to .325 chisel also, but at the moment I like 1/4" on it.

HolmenTree · 19th April 2009, 02:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by treejames64

I used the 26 pro for years as my primary climbing saw. I've just down graded to the 250. The price difference is well over a hundred dollers. So far my biggest complaint is the gas tank is half the size on the 250 so I'm having to send my saw down halfway through a tree. I usually can block down wood until around 20 inches in diameter and then if the saw is fighting too much I get the 44 out. I will probably continue using the Stihl 250 at this time. Lighter and cheaper and still cutting good...though I do notice a power drop.

If your serious about your work and your saw, $100 bucks is nothing. I and others can easily make that $100 in a hour.
Plus with that slower cheaper saw your production [make money] will always be impeded.

treejames64 · 19th April 2009, 12:56 PM

Maybe so, At least now the new one's have replaceable handles. I've broken so many handles climbing that I started fiberglassing them. It works pretty good and keeps you from haveing to replace the whole gas tank assembly. As I said this is the first 250 I've bought and it is a pretty good saw for the money. I have noticed when stihl gets a popular saw they keep raising the price until people start buying a cheaper one. I have several 26 pros and a couple more 26's but will continue using this until it starts giving me trouble so I will have a true comparison. A sales person at our local dealship talked me into trying one and so far I'm glad I did.

KevinE · 20th March 2011, 05:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eric Frei

Treestyle, if you are cutting palms dont go Husky!

I have a 250 running 3/8 picco not 325 chain, take th screen out the muffler, open the vents a little with the screw driver, goes really well. But my main worker saw is 440, I also got 460 but 440 is lighter and running 18" bar. Need the grunt for palms.

Hi Eric, I've been asking at all of the suppliers around here & I can't get hold of a large mount Stihl bar to run picco chain. Could I ask whereabouts you are getting your bars from please mate? I'd like to try that combo out on my 260

outlawroland · 6th October 2011, 11:24 AM

ive got an ms 261 the thing is the balls.it will out run a rancher or farm boss any day of the week.runs the balls!

Robstar · 6th October 2011, 02:43 PM

i reckon Eric is on the money my go is:
200T, 260, 044, 660 on the ground or out cutting firewood rounds.
i do sometimes go 200T--->361. but my 044 has a 16in bar on it, thats the shiz ;P

TrevMcRev · 6th October 2011, 11:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robstar

i reckon Eric is on the money my go is:
200T, 260, 044, 660 on the ground or out cutting firewood rounds.
i do sometimes go 200T--->361. but my 044 has a 16in bar on it, thats the shiz ;P

44 running a 16" would go like the clappers

stihlman441 · 10th October 2011, 09:09 PM

I used to use a muff modded 260 untill i got a 261 and muff modded it,both same with 18'' bar and 3/8 chain.

STIHL MS261 v MS260_MPG - YouTube

Sherry777 · 11th October 2011, 12:07 AM

[QUOTE=Eric Frei;7648]Treestyle, if you are cutting palms dont go Husky!

Why not Husky?? is Stihl better for palms?

Eric Frei · 11th October 2011, 12:30 AM

Certainly are.

comgreserv · 13th October 2011, 05:50 AM

Ok I'll ask the stupid question... Why are Stihls better in Palms than Husky? And when cleaning out your saw after palms is fuel enough to neutralise the acid to stop it eating out your casing on the saw?

Robstar · 13th October 2011, 11:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by comgreserv

Ok I'll ask the stupid question... Why are Stihls better in Palms than Husky? And when cleaning out your saw after palms is fuel enough to neutralise the acid to stop it eating out your casing on the saw?

petyrol will not neutralise the palm crap. My opinion and it may overlap some others' opinions on what to do with palm gunk is; dont sprip it clean, rather do some "sacrficial cuts" in other wood to work out the palm swarth. I know much has been said on this and if you have dealt with palms enough u will know that daily cleaning only accelerates the corrosive actions of the palm acid.

Basically let a "protective layer form on the saw and only "brush off" the bulk, it may not look as clean but it WILL last longer!

25th July 2007, 06:25 PM	#1
treestyle Semi-mature vigorous tree Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: North Brisbane Posts: 128	Stihl ms 260? Thinking of getting a smaller saw to block down with. I currently have a 192 and 460. the 192 struggles with bigger stuff and the 460 is a bit heavy, any thoughts on the 260 would be great. Thanks!

26th July 2007, 12:02 AM	#4
Eric Frei Admin - Razor sharp and independent 2 X Diploma Level 5 qualified arborist Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 12,792	Treestyle, if you are cutting palms dont go Husky! I have a 250 running 3/8 picco not 325 chain, take th screen out the muffler, open the vents a little with the screw driver, goes really well. But my main worker saw is 440, I also got 460 but 440 is lighter and running 18" bar. Need the grunt for palms. __________________ Protect your rights to work - Join Australian Tree Association My businesses:- Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping \| Stump Grinding Brisbane \| Brisbane - Gold Coast Consulting Arborist

26th July 2007, 09:23 PM	#6
Eric Frei Admin - Razor sharp and independent 2 X Diploma Level 5 qualified arborist Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 12,792	2 years! __________________ Protect your rights to work - Join Australian Tree Association My businesses:- Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping \| Stump Grinding Brisbane \| Brisbane - Gold Coast Consulting Arborist

18th April 2009, 04:29 PM	#8
treejames64 Semi-mature vigorous tree Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Gainesville, fl Posts: 104	Re: Stihl ms 260? I used the 26 pro for years as my primary climbing saw. I've just down graded to the 250. The price difference is well over a hundred dollers. So far my biggest complaint is the gas tank is half the size on the 250 so I'm having to send my saw down halfway through a tree. I usually can block down wood until around 20 inches in diameter and then if the saw is fighting too much I get the 44 out. I will probably continue using the Stihl 250 at this time. Lighter and cheaper and still cutting good...though I do notice a power drop.

19th April 2009, 02:41 AM	#9
HolmenTree Over mature heritage tree Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Manitoba, Canada Posts: 648	Re: Stihl ms 260? I hate to say I too am a long term Stihl user, but just switched over to Huqvarna. I thought my little 026 was the perfect climbing mate to my MS200, but just bought a new Husky 346XP NE and this little guy just blows the 026 out of the tree. With the Huskys air injection I'm hardly ever cleaning its air filter and I'm told this air injection keeps the saw running cooler in hot weather[ makes sense to me]. The spring anti vibe feels alot smoother on the hands and the power with no mods is incrediable! I stick to the .325 chisel chain on this size of saw, I remember buying my first Stihl 034 25 yrs ago and how it was a dog with the big 33RS 3/8 on it ,to make it perform I put the 23 RS .325 on it. I'm even trying to make up a sprocket drum to convert my MS200 over to .325 chisel also, but at the moment I like 1/4" on it.

25th July 2007, 07:08 PM	#2
Steve Tipton Over mature heritage tree Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Sydney Posts: 823	MS 260, formerly 026, are a good little saw, max bar length 16" or they battle. Husky 346 is very similar. Steve

25th July 2007, 09:37 PM	#3
JSY440 Sappling Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: scotland Posts: 5	how about the husky 357, great little saw and certainly not short of power! Used to use a 260 but would never go back after the 357, slightly bigger engine but personally i think its a great saw!

26th July 2007, 08:37 PM	#5
treestyle Semi-mature vigorous tree Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: North Brisbane Posts: 128	yeah, i'm a sthil man through and through. I reckon Huskies perfer colder weather anyway. Thought bout 440? too similar to the 460. Need a good mid range saw will be used on palms when needed. how long do you get out of a 250? thanks Ekka!

31st July 2007, 06:11 AM	#7
Houthakker Sappling Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Sweden Posts: 46	Ever tried a 260 with a 3/8 RSC chain + Z7 sprocket + blade.?

19th April 2009, 12:56 PM	#11
treejames64 Semi-mature vigorous tree Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Gainesville, fl Posts: 104	Re: Stihl ms 260? Maybe so, At least now the new one's have replaceable handles. I've broken so many handles climbing that I started fiberglassing them. It works pretty good and keeps you from haveing to replace the whole gas tank assembly. As I said this is the first 250 I've bought and it is a pretty good saw for the money. I have noticed when stihl gets a popular saw they keep raising the price until people start buying a cheaper one. I have several 26 pros and a couple more 26's but will continue using this until it starts giving me trouble so I will have a true comparison. A sales person at our local dealship talked me into trying one and so far I'm glad I did.

6th October 2011, 11:24 AM	#13
outlawroland I'm new here so be nice Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: ipswich ma. Posts: 4	Re: Stihl ms 260? ive got an ms 261 the thing is the balls.it will out run a rancher or farm boss any day of the week.runs the balls!

6th October 2011, 02:43 PM	#14
Robstar Semi-mature vigorous tree Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Perth, WA Posts: 223	Re: Stihl ms 260? i reckon Eric is on the money my go is: 200T, 260, 044, 660 on the ground or out cutting firewood rounds. i do sometimes go 200T--->361. but my 044 has a 16in bar on it, thats the shiz ;P

11th October 2011, 12:07 AM	#17
Sherry777 Sappling Join Date: May 2010 Location: brisbane Posts: 12	Re: Stihl ms 260? [QUOTE=Eric Frei;7648]Treestyle, if you are cutting palms dont go Husky! Why not Husky?? is Stihl better for palms?

11th October 2011, 12:30 AM	#18
Eric Frei Admin - Razor sharp and independent 2 X Diploma Level 5 qualified arborist Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 12,792	Re: Stihl ms 260? Certainly are. __________________ Protect your rights to work - Join Australian Tree Association My businesses:- Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping \| Stump Grinding Brisbane \| Brisbane - Gold Coast Consulting Arborist

13th October 2011, 05:50 AM	#19
comgreserv Semi-mature vigorous tree Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Perth Posts: 51	Re: Stihl ms 260? Ok I'll ask the stupid question... Why are Stihls better in Palms than Husky? And when cleaning out your saw after palms is fuel enough to neutralise the acid to stop it eating out your casing on the saw?

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