Picked up a used Stihl MS261

[JeepHead]

The 462 definitely lighter but I think the 372 smokes it for torque. My so called friend stole my 372.

 

[JeepHead]

I would love to have a new 372 ported by Randy @ Mastermind.

 

[Hay Dude]

I have a 500i, but looking for something between that and my 261C

 

[Hay Dude]

The 462 definitely lighter but I think the 372 smokes it for torque. My so called friend stole my 372.

Ummm, can I kick his ass for you? Stealin saws ain no joke….

 

[xyz123]

I would love to have a new 372 ported by Randy @ Mastermind.

I would use Kevin XS in MI for the 372. He get more out of the saws IMHO.

I ran some of the mm saws. Lot left on the table. I call those somewhat ported.

 

[Hay Dude]

A 372 would fit nice between my 261 and 500i…….

 

[xyz123]

I have a 500i, but looking for something between that and my 261C

MS400 before they stop making those. New model replacing them next year.

or the OE 372 new.

I ran 462 and 500 back to back a friend had with only 20" buried. I liked 462 way better.

 

[JeepHead]

I have a 500i, but looking for something between that and my 261C

You're in a tough area there really. You have a 50 and an 80cc saw and want a go between. Personally I think the Husky 562XP is one of the finest saws out today. If I were in your shoes, I would have a 16" bar on that 261, have the 562XP wearing a 20" bar, and then use the 500i with probably a 25" bar for the bigger stuff.

 

[Hay Dude]

I like the 20” on the 261, but that’s just to help save my back, but I know a 16” would be neat on a 261 or an 18”. my 500i does have a 25” bar which is awesome.
I was all set to start hunting another 261C, but I’m 7/8’s of the way to a 400.
I’m a Stihl guy, so a 400 is tempting…

 

[xyz123]

PHO weights before mix bar oil b+c. 400 67cc is so light.