Echo CS-271 - Stihl MS200

[Scout2]

Already have an ms200...but really need an ultra light saw. Anyone use this echo 271saw, what do you think of it?

The dealer will not run what he has for me but says it is capable for its size/weight, but is a far cry from the 200.

 

[o8f150]

Already have an ms200...but really need an ultra light saw. Anyone use this echo 271saw, what do you think of it?

The dealer will not run what he has for me but says it is capable for its size/weight, but is a far cry from the 200.

i have to disagree with him,,,every echo i have run against the same size stihl the stihl smoked it,,, i used to be die hard echo not anymore,, sounds like he won't back up what he is saying by not letting you run one,, if it was me i would spend a few extra bucks and get teh stihl,, you won't look back

 

[STIHLTHEDEERE]

the bad thing is, you could probably buy 2 of the echos' to 1 stihl. unless you are making a living w/them, it is something to think about.

 

[Edge & Engine]

The OP says he already has a MS200.

If it doesn't rain too much I'll try to get some video of the 271T this afternoon.

 

[Scout2]

Hey, thanks a lot E&E. Appreciate that.

If you have used it and compared it, please share your thoughts.

 

[blsnelling]

The MS200 is about the lightest 35-40cc saw you can buy.

 

[mountainlake]

the echo 261t is 26.9cc and 6.6lb, certainly won't make any near the power of a 200t. Steve

 

[o8f150]

the echo 261t is 26.9cc and 6.6lb, certainly won't make any near the power of a 200t. Steve

:agree2:

 

[TreeClimber57]

the echo 261t is 26.9cc and 6.6lb, certainly won't make any near the power of a 200t. Steve

Well, never have used a 271T; I had a 360T and still have a 330T. I can tell you that there neither the 330T nor the 360T come close to the 200T .. not even in anybodies wildest dreams. Any way you measure them they can not compare - durability - power - whatever. (I had a 200T run over three weeks ago by a Bobcat and it still runs - I do have one that needs a small part on top handle but it was dropped from bucket - it still runs and is used).

 

[miking]

Gotta disagree with ya 08. Every Echo saw I've ever run has been more than a match for it's Stihl counterpart. Every one.

 

[CedarRock]

Already have an ms200...but really need an ultra light saw. Anyone use this echo 271saw, what do you think of it?

Give the Stihl MS180 a shot. Its the lightest most powerful saw I own..can almost use it with one hand. Great for limbing.

 

[pgg]

Gotta disagree with ya 08. Every Echo saw I've ever run has been more than a match for it's Stihl counterpart. Every one.

Yes. And pigs fly, Elvis is alive and George Bush wasn't a bonehead... :waaaht:

 

[mountainlake]

Theres been more than one vid on here where smaller cc Echo saws out cut larger cc Stihl saws. Steve

 

[miking]

Yes. And pigs fly, Elvis is alive and George Bush wasn't a bonehead... :waaaht:

You having a valid opinion also fits in that category

 

[mountainlake]

Good one, I was going to say something about someone flying. Steve

 

[Scout2]

Just wanted to ask again if anyone has any REAL experience with this new ultra light from Echo...

Hey E&E, hope you can get that vid up...and let me what you think of it.

 

[Edge & Engine]

Just got back in from running this saw for the first time. I went out not expecting much, and came back thoroughly impressed. I was basing my anticipation on my experience with my Shindaiwa 285s, same cc category. That saw was an absolute dud until I muffler modded and ported it. This Echo is an entirely different story. It ran great out of the box, with no adjustments. I was particularly surprised at how responsive the throttle was, and the torque it developed. I can't wait to see how it runs with a few tanks through it (this is the first time this saw has been run) and a real chain on it. Uploading video now. BTW, weight is 6lbs 10oz dry powerhead with clutch cover installed.

 

[Edge & Engine]

CS-271T overview:

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Cutting:

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For comparison, here is my Shindaiwa 285s after porting. I have no before video, it was too embarrassing.

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[Scout2]

THANK YOU E&E, appreciate all that you shared.

 

[mountainlake]

Looks like Echo has another good saw, 26cc under 7# and cuts good. Steve