Thinking about a new saw

[fruitcakesa]

Anyone have a Husky 562XP? I am now looking at a backup saw for the old Jonsy 2171.
Still runs great though a bit beat up from the latest hard knocks [see my thread about damaged my saw]
Like everything else, the new saws have "computers" built into them and it concerns me a bit.
Any feedback will be helpful in making a decision.
I am considering the Husky as all my chains and bars from the Jonsy will fit.
Other saw suggestions appreciated.
I cut 6 cords of firewood yearly and do some commercial logging on my land.
A smaller size saw is not a problem as I know power has increased since my 2171 was new. 60cc vs 71.
The lighter weight is a plus

 

[oldnslo]

Fruit cake
I have two older huskies that have been very dependable. One is an old rancher 61 the other a newer rancher 55. The 55 runs faster but with 20 inch bar just does not have the same grunt as the 61 with same size bar and chain. I guess long way of saying I suspect you will miss the displacement going from 71 to 60cc

no experience with newer huskies though.

Any dealer have an area to test run them?

 

[MadMartin]

I have a rancher 465. Not much it won't eat with speed. Ash maple and walnut do not give it problems. It does get heavy after a few hours.

 

[kenmbz]

I am looking at an Echo CS-620P or PW. Looks like it will pull a 27" bar, but I will probably go 24".
My current CS-490 just doesn't have enough power to pull a 20" chain in dead Ash. I have a number of 20-30" trunks I need to buck and it's becoming a chore, the 490 is light and does well felling with the 20", but gets hot when dealing with lots of cuts in the bigger trunks or stump leveling.

I have heard good things about both the 562 and 620. 620 is cheaper, 1/2pound or less heavier and about .2 hp less.
I like the handle on the 620 a lot, but that's preference. and no computer.

The 2171 is almost 1hp more, and in the same weight class, so you will notice a difference.

562xp is almost $200 more by me then the CS-620.

Have fun shopping, hope you can find saws to run and see how they feel.

 

[Egon]

For best results go with an industrial model. Costs more but also takes more abuse.

A lot depends on how fast ( amount of load ) you put on the saw. Try and let the saw stay cool.

 

[BlackOps]

fan of the 591 -20" shindaiwa and the echo timber worlf 590 20". also can use same bars and chains and filkes etc. so win win.

 

[Jstpssng]

I have a 490 and a 590 Echo. They are good for what little I use them but if I ran saws more I would go back to a Husky. They turn up faster, weight to power ratio is better, and IMHO are all around better saws for somebody who runs them a lot.
They also cost about 50% more...
I wouldn’t be afraid of the computers, based on what I’ve read on various sites from guys who run saws a lot. There’s one anecdote about somebody who lost a seal, and the auto-adjust compensated for the leaner mix so that he didn’t lose a piston.

 

[johnsayen]

I am not brand loyal and respect that you like huskies. If you’re interested in checking out a Stihl the ms400 is a nice sized powerful saw. Also the ms462 and ms500i. All three are their pro line saws and spendy.

 

[bullbreaker]

Did not even have them up for sale but a good guy I know made me a very fair cash on spot offer on my Echo 590 T/Wolf 20 inch bar and my Stihl MS291 20 inch bar with extra new upgraded chains . I'am not a brand fan boy / loyalist either . Both saws were in excellent condition .

If I had to choose one I liked the 590 Wolf way better , also a heck of a lot of bang for the buck . Neither saw had been tuned nor had exhaust mods , etc .

Anyway father time's been kickin me in the rear end here and there lately , so I had some thoughts about just gettin me Echo's biggest batt powered saw or an Echo 355T . Studied it an almost even prayed about it (lol) . So I ended up saying to myself "naw " you know what the heck with that for a few dollars more , etc . Anyway so the other day I ordered me a Shindaiwa 600sx-24 inch bar . Its suppose to be the same as an Echo 620p . Something like Kioti and Bobcat .
Felt like I got a decent deal . Also on the 600sx/ Echo's 620 there suppose to have a two ringed piston' .

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[TractorTYMe]

I bought a 572XP last year, it is a beast.

 

[WADFL]

Look into the Echo CS-7310p, I have one and it's a great runner. Should be a nice replacement for the JRED2171.

 

[JM7500]

I've had a Husqy 350 for a long time and just ordered an Echo 6210-pw because I need a bigger saw. The 350 has been a great saw but it's near 20 years old and too small for my current needs. I'm not loyal to any brand and own products by Stihl and Red Max too. The biggest issue I've had is finding saws. Dealers in my area have little or now stock and no idea when their orders will be shipped. The research I've done shows it should be comparable for me instead of the equivalent Husqy or Stihl, but a few hundred cheaper. I won't be running it daily, but a couple of weekends per month taking down larger trees and then firewood. Ordered it online and should receive it next week.

 

[bullbreaker]

Look into the Echo CS-7310p, I have one and it's a great runner.

I didnt need anything that big in displacement but last week a mom n pop store here in Naples , Fl had that saw w/ 24 inch bar for $809 plus tax . Have not seen the Shindaiwa equivalent to it yet , if indeed they do make one .

 

[Deere Dude]

I am looking at an Echo CS-620P or PW. Looks like it will pull a 27" bar, but I will probably go 24".
My current CS-490 just doesn't have enough power to pull a 20" chain in dead Ash. I have a number of 20-30" trunks I need to buck and it's becoming a chore, the 490 is light and does well felling with the 20", but gets hot when dealing with lots of cuts in the bigger trunks or stump leveling.

I have heard good things about both the 562 and 620. 620 is cheaper, 1/2pound or less heavier and about .2 hp less.
I like the handle on the 620 a lot, but that's preference. and no computer.

The 2171 is almost 1hp more, and in the same weight class, so you will notice a difference.

562xp is almost $200 more by me then the CS-620.

Have fun shopping, hope you can find saws to run and see how they feel.

I bought an Echo 620p about 3 years ago. At the time, I was also looking at a Stihl 362. I was sold on the trouble free claim and the 5 yr warranty. It is a beast, in my view.

In about 10-20 cords of bigger oak cutting I have absolutley no complaints. Good weight, soid build, easy low compression start with easy consistent starting, no computer to worrry about, although the bugs are getting worked out of Stihls... very reasonable priced. I threw gas in and started it and never adjusted anything and still sounds good and pulls through logs very well.

I would get another 620P in a heartbeat.

 

[WADFL]

The biggest issue I've had is finding saws. Dealers in my area have little or now stock and no idea when their orders will be shipped.

The two dealers I've been to, Echo and Stihl, + Ace, have all been stocked up around here.

I would get another 620P in a heartbeat.

Yep, Echo is a great, underrated brand. Glad I gave them a try a few years back, after buying Stihl/Jonesred/Husky saws. My favorite ones are orange and come from Japan.

 

[Jstpssng]

I'm not brand loyal either,As mentioned before I own 3 Echos. which saved me several hundred dollars in purchase price. Yet the 562 Husky turning up at 14000 rpms will outcut the 590 Echo at +-12500.
If you're cutting/limbing all day those extra RPMs make a difference in production.

 

[JJT]

I'm a big Echo fan, have the 310, 390 and 680. 100's of hours with no issues. I'd buy each and everyone again.

 

[Sawyer Rob]

Anyone have a Husky 562XP? I am now looking at a backup saw for the old Jonsy 2171.

I have a 562xp and also the Jonsered version, witch is the same saw with smaller bar mount and other minor differences.

The 562 hasn't been used much, but Jonny has been used a huge amount, both are good saws and have been reliable.

Because I have so many saws, I've been trimming the herd some, and I've actually been thinking of selling the 562xp because we really don't need it.

SR

 

[fruitcakesa]

My Jonsy 2171 has been and still is a reliable workhorse even though over the years have replaced all the broken plastic parts with spares from my old 2165, same carcass smaller piston.
If the 562XP is as trouble free I would get it in a minute,

 

[s219]

My 562XP is one of my favorite saws. Good size for all around use and lots of power for its size.