Stihl V.S. Husqavarna

Grizzly · 15th February 2007, 09:11 PM

Since I started my somcamy, I started with a poland wild thing that went to hell in a hand basket. After seeing how big of a peice of junk it was, I purchased my first Stihl chainsaw. Thats all I been useing, but whats your opinion in contrastbetween the saws. Is a huskey as good as a stihl?

Ekka · 15th February 2007, 09:39 PM

I had a Husky 372 once, great saw whilst new but slowly dickie things kept busting.

Starter cords, rewind spring, break bands, and that stupid throttle cable plays up.

I switched to stihl and they're tougher, can take more beating.

Husky is a good product, engines go hard, if all you do is cut wood not palms I think you'll be OK

JayD · 15th February 2007, 11:19 PM

Hi All,
We have both in our arsenal and they are both good saws, But in my opion the stihls just beat the huskys,more robust..but its up to your preferance both will get the job done..but in the long run the stihl will be still running hard...I like my stihls..just like I prefer to own a Harley over other makes but thats me, To each their own.

lizardman · 17th February 2007, 12:02 AM

stihl definately make the best top handled saw, ive had mine drop from 30 ft bounced and been absolutely fine.Not quite as well balanced as the husky but built to last.My biggest saw is a husky and I love it.Basically they both make good saws.

Ekka · 17th February 2007, 12:06 AM

I run that Stihl 14" lightweight bar on my 200T, nice.

I had a 335XP as well, take a 200T any day.

yooper · 17th February 2007, 08:08 PM

i run both cant complain about ither. although i would have to say one thing and i know somone will bitch about this,when its cold i mean real cold..-15f and thats about -26c i hav a ms192 that always runs best dont know why.compaired to the 335 and the 200. its my oldest saw and the only time i use it. If there not a husky or a sthill, ya mise well use em as a boat anker after a couple yrs!

Notahacker · 17th February 2007, 08:19 PM

I like the lower prices of Husqvarna, however, the nearest dealer is 25 minutes away. So, way back when I was starting the business I decided to go with Stihl because I have 2 dealers in my town. I have worked with both and I like Stihl best. My favorite saw is my MS200T.

jim1nz · 17th February 2007, 11:46 PM

I pref Stihl, 200t, 460, 880. Power to weight is better.

Im not getting into the whole stihl vs Husky drama, everyone to their own. Use what you want, like what you want, change if you want, its personal preference.

TreeCo · 18th February 2007, 12:31 AM

I go with all Stihl but I do have one 3120.

I think Husky and Stihl are about even up. Dolmar is making some interesting saws too with the 5100 and 7900.

Iorek · 18th February 2007, 03:13 AM

Husqvarna - Swedish
Stihl - Germman

Husqvarna are the best chainsaws in my opinion, they are built so well as to be indestructable by humans.

Stihl are like typical german materialistic ideas, Mercedes like Stihl are notoriously fiddly and when they go wrong very expensive to fix.

Look at the push break on the MS660 It pushes forward over the exhaust muffler and does not work properly due to the exhaust being to close to the break. Causing the break to become soft.

Husqvarans 385xp - probably the finest chainsaw in existence
Stihl has no equivalent of this saw, ms46 too small ms660 too big.
385xp just right.

Husqvarna 272xp another great saw.
Husqvarna 254 - An arboricultural legend - Stihl took a hell of a beating with this saw.

Stihl MS200T - The ultimate treeclimbing saw, but does have a few problems, not perfect.

Iorek · 18th February 2007, 03:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TreeCo

Dolmar is making some interesting saws too with the 5100 and 7900.

The TreeCo man is joking right?

Dolmar making interesting Saws!

If chainsaws were reincarnated as a higher form of life - Dolmar saws would be reincarnated as Jonsered at best

Dolmar = Pretty bad saw

chris girard · 19th February 2007, 07:20 AM

I have used both and prefer Stihl. I run an 044 and a 200T.

Grizzly · 22nd February 2007, 05:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Iorek

Husqvarna - Swedish
Stihl - Germman

Husqvarna are the best chainsaws in my opinion, they are built so well as to be indestructable by humans.

Stihl are like typical german materialistic ideas, Mercedes like Stihl are notoriously fiddly and when they go wrong very expensive to fix.

Look at the push break on the MS660 It pushes forward over the exhaust muffler and does not work properly due to the exhaust being to close to the break. Causing the break to become soft.

Husqvarans 385xp - probably the finest chainsaw in existence
Stihl has no equivalent of this saw, ms46 too small ms660 too big.
385xp just right.

Husqvarna 272xp another great saw.
Husqvarna 254 - An arboricultural legend - Stihl took a hell of a beating with this saw.

Stihl MS200T - The ultimate treeclimbing saw, but does have a few problems, not perfect.

I just bought my MS 660 last june and I have never had my kickback bar beome effested becuse of the muffler. Everything is tip top on that thing, een though I use it a couple times a week. When I use it, It get a workout that I couldn't put my other saws through. tried and failed. the got cloged with saw dust and didn't cut fast enough. Even though the faster you go the easier it is to have a accident, but a inch every 30 sec.
With my MS660 I can go about 6" a sec. Thats a major difference. (thats when I'm cutting down a eucalipus or two.)

Ekka · 22nd February 2007, 08:44 PM

I love my Stihls, the 066 is ants pants, just love it.

I got a 46 too, why would you want something between a 46 and 66? Seems husky make lots of inbetween saws.

I run 200, 250,440/460 (palm or real tree), 660 and that's it.

I dont mill and here in suburbia seldom am I challenged by anything that the 660 cant handle.

Sean Freeman · 23rd February 2007, 12:51 AM

I don't usually post about saws but just my 2cents worth.
Have used both Husqvarna and Stihl, in forest and urban arena, have to say love Husqvarna in pine plantation with square chain fast and furious, but in the urban forest for me Stihl is the saw I would rely on, runs all day no heating problems (and it gets really hot up here!) 200T is the best climbing saw I've used, with a smaller bar it absolutely slides through smaller branches.
Felling and td's are not what I like to do but we do have to remove larger trees sometimes and we rely very, very heavily on the 090, I have never encountered such a powerful never miss a beat cutting machine as that saw.
But thats just my opinion.

SF

a_lopa · 23rd February 2007, 05:01 AM

66 is my favorite hands down,46 aint bad

Ekka · 23rd February 2007, 01:13 PM

Boa

How did you get hold of a 090 coz apparently they're not for sale through Stihl here as do not comply with Australian Standards ... NO CHAIN BRAKE! Also, wouldn't that pose a OHS issue?

Sean Freeman · 23rd February 2007, 06:19 PM

Well they're certainly were available through Stihl up here 2yrs ago, but you're right no chain brake...I'll post some shots of the beast in action. I'll have to check on how we sit re AS now you've raised that (thanks mate!) We try to control the risk by having only myself and Tim as operators, he and I tool box before we start her up, step by step what we're going to do, and ensure that everyone else in the work area knows to keep out of the danger zone.

SF

15th February 2007, 09:11 PM	#1 (permalink)
Grizzly Gettin' motoring Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: California Posts: 24	Stihl V.S. Husqavarna Since I started my somcamy, I started with a poland wild thing that went to hell in a hand basket. After seeing how big of a peice of junk it was, I purchased my first Stihl chainsaw. Thats all I been useing, but whats your opinion in contrastbetween the saws. Is a huskey as good as a stihl? __________________

15th February 2007, 09:39 PM	#2 (permalink)
Ekka Eric Frei Administrator - Brisbane L5 (Dip) Hort Cert III Arb + some Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 5,673	I had a Husky 372 once, great saw whilst new but slowly dickie things kept busting. Starter cords, rewind spring, break bands, and that stupid throttle cable plays up. I switched to stihl and they're tougher, can take more beating. Husky is a good product, engines go hard, if all you do is cut wood not palms I think you'll be OK __________________ Remember to use the "search" function, if you have answers/questions post them so everyone can benefit. Free Tree and Green Industry Link Directory Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping Brisbane Tree Care, Consultations and Arborist Reports Forum Sponsors

17th February 2007, 12:06 AM	#5 (permalink)
Ekka Eric Frei Administrator - Brisbane L5 (Dip) Hort Cert III Arb + some Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 5,673	I run that Stihl 14" lightweight bar on my 200T, nice. I had a 335XP as well, take a 200T any day. __________________ Remember to use the "search" function, if you have answers/questions post them so everyone can benefit. Free Tree and Green Industry Link Directory Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping Brisbane Tree Care, Consultations and Arborist Reports Forum Sponsors

17th February 2007, 08:19 PM	#7 (permalink)
Notahacker Gettin' motoring Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Longmont, CO Posts: 17	I like the lower prices of Husqvarna, however, the nearest dealer is 25 minutes away. So, way back when I was starting the business I decided to go with Stihl because I have 2 dealers in my town. I have worked with both and I like Stihl best. My favorite saw is my MS200T. __________________ "Quality costs as much as it saves." My great uncle Simon Murphy

17th February 2007, 11:46 PM	#8 (permalink)
jim1nz Afterburner is shakin' Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Tauranga, New Zealand Posts: 296	I pref Stihl, 200t, 460, 880. Power to weight is better. Im not getting into the whole stihl vs Husky drama, everyone to their own. Use what you want, like what you want, change if you want, its personal preference. __________________ SPEED ALWAYS FOLLOWS TECHNIQUE

15th February 2007, 11:19 PM	#3 (permalink)
JayD Astronaut Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Sydney Posts: 821	Hi All, We have both in our arsenal and they are both good saws, But in my opion the stihls just beat the huskys,more robust..but its up to your preferance both will get the job done..but in the long run the stihl will be still running hard...I like my stihls..just like I prefer to own a Harley over other makes but thats me, To each their own.

17th February 2007, 12:02 AM	#4 (permalink)
lizardman Newbie Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: cornwall uk Posts: 3	stihl definately make the best top handled saw, ive had mine drop from 30 ft bounced and been absolutely fine.Not quite as well balanced as the husky but built to last.My biggest saw is a husky and I love it.Basically they both make good saws.

17th February 2007, 08:08 PM	#6 (permalink)
yooper Cruisin' Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Upper Michigan U.S.A. Posts: 72	i run both cant complain about ither. although i would have to say one thing and i know somone will bitch about this,when its cold i mean real cold..-15f and thats about -26c i hav a ms192 that always runs best dont know why.compaired to the 335 and the 200. its my oldest saw and the only time i use it. If there not a husky or a sthill, ya mise well use em as a boat anker after a couple yrs!

18th February 2007, 12:31 AM	#9 (permalink)
TreeCo Afterburner is shakin' Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Georgia, USA Posts: 260	I go with all Stihl but I do have one 3120. I think Husky and Stihl are about even up. Dolmar is making some interesting saws too with the 5100 and 7900.

18th February 2007, 03:13 AM	#10 (permalink)
Iorek Banned Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Ankara, Turkey at the moment Posts: 29	Husqvarna - Swedish Stihl - Germman Husqvarna are the best chainsaws in my opinion, they are built so well as to be indestructable by humans. Stihl are like typical german materialistic ideas, Mercedes like Stihl are notoriously fiddly and when they go wrong very expensive to fix. Look at the push break on the MS660 It pushes forward over the exhaust muffler and does not work properly due to the exhaust being to close to the break. Causing the break to become soft. Husqvarans 385xp - probably the finest chainsaw in existence Stihl has no equivalent of this saw, ms46 too small ms660 too big. 385xp just right. Husqvarna 272xp another great saw. Husqvarna 254 - An arboricultural legend - Stihl took a hell of a beating with this saw. Stihl MS200T - The ultimate treeclimbing saw, but does have a few problems, not perfect.

19th February 2007, 07:20 AM	#12 (permalink)
chris girard Break'n the ice Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Gilmanton, N.H. USA Posts: 9	I have used both and prefer Stihl. I run an 044 and a 200T.

22nd February 2007, 08:44 PM	#14 (permalink)
Ekka Eric Frei Administrator - Brisbane L5 (Dip) Hort Cert III Arb + some Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 5,673	I love my Stihls, the 066 is ants pants, just love it. I got a 46 too, why would you want something between a 46 and 66? Seems husky make lots of inbetween saws. I run 200, 250,440/460 (palm or real tree), 660 and that's it. I dont mill and here in suburbia seldom am I challenged by anything that the 660 cant handle. __________________ Remember to use the "search" function, if you have answers/questions post them so everyone can benefit. Free Tree and Green Industry Link Directory Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping Brisbane Tree Care, Consultations and Arborist Reports Forum Sponsors

23rd February 2007, 12:51 AM	#15 (permalink)
Sean Freeman PDF King & Arborist Extrodinaire Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Townsville Nth Queensland & Gold Coast Sth Queensland Posts: 1,521	I don't usually post about saws but just my 2cents worth. Have used both Husqvarna and Stihl, in forest and urban arena, have to say love Husqvarna in pine plantation with square chain fast and furious, but in the urban forest for me Stihl is the saw I would rely on, runs all day no heating problems (and it gets really hot up here!) 200T is the best climbing saw I've used, with a smaller bar it absolutely slides through smaller branches. Felling and td's are not what I like to do but we do have to remove larger trees sometimes and we rely very, very heavily on the 090, I have never encountered such a powerful never miss a beat cutting machine as that saw. But thats just my opinion. SF

23rd February 2007, 05:01 AM	#16 (permalink)
a_lopa Astronaut Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Drouin Posts: 837	66 is my favorite hands down,46 aint bad __________________ Free Tree Industry Link Directory Drouin tree lopping, land clearing and stump removals

23rd February 2007, 01:13 PM	#17 (permalink)
Ekka Eric Frei Administrator - Brisbane L5 (Dip) Hort Cert III Arb + some Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 5,673	Boa How did you get hold of a 090 coz apparently they're not for sale through Stihl here as do not comply with Australian Standards ... NO CHAIN BRAKE! Also, wouldn't that pose a OHS issue? __________________ Remember to use the "search" function, if you have answers/questions post them so everyone can benefit. Free Tree and Green Industry Link Directory Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping Brisbane Tree Care, Consultations and Arborist Reports Forum Sponsors

23rd February 2007, 06:19 PM	#18 (permalink)
Sean Freeman PDF King & Arborist Extrodinaire Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Townsville Nth Queensland & Gold Coast Sth Queensland Posts: 1,521	Well they're certainly were available through Stihl up here 2yrs ago, but you're right no chain brake...I'll post some shots of the beast in action. I'll have to check on how we sit re AS now you've raised that (thanks mate!) We try to control the risk by having only myself and Tim as operators, he and I tool box before we start her up, step by step what we're going to do, and ensure that everyone else in the work area knows to keep out of the danger zone. SF