Husky 262xp Good saw?

[paulthepunk]

Seen a 262xp going cheap(ish!) near where I live, just wondered what you guys think about them? What year was it manufactured from/to, what size bars will it realistically pull and are they easy to work on?

Thanks for your help guys!

 

[Banshee]

Seems like I hear tale around these parts saying they might be alright.

 

[TRI955]

Their junk.....but I'll pay the postage to the states!!!


Mike

 

[toddstreeservic]

Model: 262XP

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MANUFACTURED BY: HUSQVARNA VAPENFABRIKS AB
HUSKVARNA, SWEDEN
SERIES OR ASSEMBLY NUMBER:
YEAR INTRODUCED:
YEAR DISCONTINUED:
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT: 62 cc (3.8 cu. in.)
NUMBER OF CYLINDERS: 1
CYLINDER BORE: 45 mm (1.77 in.)
PISTON STROKE: 34 mm (1.34 in.)
CYLINDER TYPE: Aluminum with chrome plated bore
INTAKE METHOD: Piston ported
MANUFACTURER ADVERTISED H.P.: 4.8 hp (3.5 kW)
WEIGHT : 5.8 kg (12.8 lbs.), powerhead only
OPERATOR CONFIGURATION: One Man operation
HANDLEBAR SYSTEM: Anti-vibration
CHAIN BRAKE: Inertia activated
CLUTCH: Centrifugal
DRIVE TYPE: Direct
CONSTRUCTION: Die cast magnesium, injection molded plastic
MAGNETO TYPE: Electronic
CARBURETOR: Walbro HDA-87, 117, 120 series
MAJOR REPAIR KIT: K20-HDA
MINOR REPAIR KIT: D10-HDA
AIR FILTER SYSTEM: Nylon mesh cartridge
STARTER TYPE: Automatic rewind
OIL PUMP: Automatic, worm gear driven
OPERATING RPM: 13,500 max free after break in
IGNITION TIMING: fixed
BREAKER POINT SETTING: none
FLYWHEEL/COIL AIR GAP: 0.30 mm (0.012 in.)
SPARK PLUG TYPE: Bosch WSR7F/WS7F, NGK BPMR7A, Champion RCJ7Y
SPARK PLUG GAP: 0.5 mm (0.020 in.)
CRANKSHAFT MAIN BEARINGS: Ball
FUEL TANK CAPACITY: 600 ml (20.3 fl. oz.)
FUEL OIL RATIO: 50:1
RECOMMENDED FUEL OCTANE: Regular grade
MIX OIL SPECIFICATION: Electrolux approved mix oil, Husavarna mix oil
CHAIN PITCH: 3/8 in.
CHAIN TYPE: Oregon 72 or 73
BAR MOUNT PATTERN: 01 link
SHORTEST GUIDE BAR SUPPLIED: 40 cm (16 in.)
LONGEST GUIDE BAR SUPPLIED: 81 cm (32 in.)
COLOUR SCHEME: Husqvarna Orange
PAINT CODES:
ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST:
SERVICE MANUAL:

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saw troll or somebody can probably give you the dates of manufacture. I would say depending on the price and condition buy it! It has got to be better than that Stihl you are running! :spam:

 

[FATGUY]

I only ran one once this fall at a GTG and I loved it! (thanks Mike) I'd say a 20" bar would be right at home

 

[TRI955]

Ok, I love my 262xp, I think it's the cats meow. It is VERY compareable to a Stihl MS361/MS362 in almost everyway. I run an 18" bar on mine, I think it could go as big as a 24". What is the asking price??

Mike

 

[little possum]

Dang vultures, tryin to swoop up a deal. LOL.
I havent had the chance to run one yet, but would pick one up, no doubt. I have heard good things about them

 

[SawTroll]

They were made in Sweden 1990-1999 (or a tad longer), then (most likely) in Brazil for "third world" markets - not sure if they still make them, but I believe not....

The power specs of the Brazil saws were slightly downrated (.1kW).

 

[blsnelling]

Do bears live in the woods?:greenchainsaw:

 

[paulthepunk]

Ok, Ok, getting the message guys! Thank you all for the info.
Will go have a look and see if its alright.

Sorry you US guys wont be able to get your hands on this one!

So max bar length is 24" practically, with good power??

 

[HittinSteel]

Ok, Ok, getting the message guys! Thank you all for the info.
Will go have a look and see if its alright.

Sorry you US guys wont be able to get your hands on this one!

So max bar length is 24" practically, with good power??

Much happier with an 18 or 20. The saw is a small bar mount, which raises some durability issues. Also will feel front end heavy like all 60cc saws with a 24. If you want to run a 24 all the time look for something larger after buying the 262.

 

[TRI955]

Ok, Ok, getting the message guys! Thank you all for the info.
Will go have a look and see if its alright.

Sorry you US guys wont be able to get your hands on this one!

So max bar length is 24" practically, with good power??

I'd love to have a "buddy" across the pond....you guys always seem to have saws I'm looking for over there but nobody will ship to the states.........

Mike

 

[paulthepunk]

Tri955-

Sorry mate, I would be your chainsaw buddy, but to be honest it costs so much to ship to the States from here that it would never be worth your while to buy a saw, then ship it! Also Royal Mail would lose the bloody thing before it left this country!! :monkey:

 

[TRI955]

Tri955-

Sorry mate, I would be your chainsaw buddy, but to be honest it costs so much to ship to the States from here that it would never be worth your while to buy a saw, then ship it! Also Royal Mail would lose the bloody thing before it left this country!! :monkey:

LOL!!!


Mike

 

[SawTroll]

Do bears live in the woods?:greenchainsaw:

Not the Polar bears!

 

[super3]

Nothing wrong with a 24" on a 262,i've ran a couple of them with that setup for several years. Does'nt pull it with the authority of a larger saw, but then you shoudn't expect it to.

 

[SawTroll]

Nothing wrong with a 24" on a 262,i've ran a couple of them with that setup for several years. Does'nt pull it with the authority of a larger saw, but then you shoudn't expect it to.

I believe they are at their best with an 18" - but that isn't first hand info.....

 

[super3]

I believe they are at their best with an 18" - but that isn't first hand info.....

:agree2: That's what I have on mine,great setup.

 

[Scandy14]

:agree2: That's what I have on mine,great setup.

I also have an 18" on my 257 to 262 conversion, and it works well.

 

[scotclayshooter]

I believe they are at their best with an 18" - but that isn't first hand info.....

Mine pulls a 16" really well

The only problem is the job is over too quickly!