Which 60cc saw

[MustangMike]

Good info there killa, I guess it would depend on the bar length, chain, and type of wood you are cutting which one would be best.

Also, perhaps, if you are heavy handed or not. It is usually best to let the saw do the work, but I like torque.

 

[Jet47]

I guess I would go with a Jonsered 2260. Kind of have to say that as I just bought a new one late last week.

 

[CR888]

That 562xp wrap looks sexy. It looks too nice to use, they are'nt perfect but about as good as a 60cc saw gets currenlty. If the OP gets one he has made a good choice! But after 25 pages of advice he probably is considering an 044, 390xp, ms661, ms200t, wildthang, or the 590tw, all ported of coarse.

 

[bwalker]

The 562 isn't lacking in torque. I feel that if I were logging again I could use it in place of a Stihl MS440 and not be hamstringed.

 

[SawTroll]

So I was watching videos of the 555 and 562xp. It seems like the 555 actually has more torque then the 562xp? And the 562 has more top end power obviously. I was wondering if some people who have ran both think the same thing??

As it looks to me, the low end torque of these saws (and most others) are too far down in rpm to really matter - and the 562 number isn't lower than the 555 one, the difference just is smaller than at higher rpm, close to zero.

 

[bwalker]

As it looks to me, the low end torque of these saws (and most others) are too far down in rpm to really matter - and the 562 number isn't lower than the 555 one, the difference just is smaller than at higher rpm, close to zero.

What matters is power/torque curve width at peak. That's what makes a saw easy to keep on the pipe and gives it "stump" power.

 

[SawTroll]

http://www.kwf-online.de/deutsch/pruef/pruefergebnisse/aagw/motorsaegen/6106_12e.pdf

http://www.kwf-online.de/deutsch/pruef/pruefergebnisse/aagw/motorsaegen/6105_12.pdf

There doesn't appear to be an English language translation of the 555 test, but you can transpose from the 560 test.
This does seem to suggest that there is a wider power band in the 555 and its as good or better than the 562 down low. In use I am not sure it's important, fastest cuts are made at a point higher on the rev range.

What it suggests to me as that they really messed it up with those reports. They are both faulty for the 560xp, but one of them may be the "lost" 555 report.....

 

[weedkilla]

What it suggests to me as that they really messed it up with those reports. They are both faulty for the 560xp, but one of them may be the "lost" 555 report.....

I'm simply not sure what you mean Niko.
Hope you are feeling better by the way.

 

[nkila220]

Okay guys. got a price for the 562xp for $690. I just have one issue with it before i pull the trigger. The oil pump. its plastic and looks to be in a vulnerable spot. Has anyone had issues with it? and does anyone know if the echo 590 and stihl 362 have plastic oil pumps as well? I know this is really dragging out but i really appreciate all the input. As someone who doesnt use a saw for a living, i want to be absolutely sure i am getting the right saw before spending the money.

 

[weedkilla]

I've had one plastic oil pump strip in a husky. It's a 345 that has done countless hours, it was a quick and cheap repair.
I don't log hours, but it had worn out 4 bars at that point and has worn out several more since.
Never had a problem with other saws that have done similar hours, so I don't consider it an issue.

 

[MustangMike]

I don't know, but I have not heard of any oil pump issues with any of those saws, so I don't really think your question has any real relevance.

If they work, they work, and it does not matter if they are made from silly putty or Kriptonite.

 

[sunfish]

Okay guys. got a price for the 562xp for $690. I just have one issue with it before i pull the trigger. The oil pump. its plastic and looks to be in a vulnerable spot. Has anyone had issues with it? and does anyone know if the echo 590 and stihl 362 have plastic oil pumps as well? I know this is really dragging out but i really appreciate all the input. As someone who doesnt use a saw for a living, i want to be absolutely sure i am getting the right saw before spending the money.

4 years with a 562 here and no problems with the oil pump or any issues at all.

 

[Franny K]

What it suggests to me as that they really messed it up with those reports. They are both faulty for the 560xp, but one of them may be the "lost" 555 report.....

Some things didn't seem to be right however it gives insight into how much more fuel the 560 consumes. The efficiency at max torque are almost equal. 1.6 vs 1.8 l/hr for the consumption and 4.49 vs 4.58 g/kwh for what I am calling efficiency.

 

[Swamp Yankee]

4 years with a 562 here and no problems with the oil pump or any issues at all.

Any idea how many hours?

Take Care

 

[rburg]

That tsumura light and tough sure looks good on the 562.

 

[Jet47]

Okay guys. got a price for the 562xp for $690. I just have one issue with it before i pull the trigger. The oil pump. its plastic and looks to be in a vulnerable spot. Has anyone had issues with it? and does anyone know if the echo 590 and stihl 362 have plastic oil pumps as well? I know this is really dragging out but i really appreciate all the input. As someone who doesnt use a saw for a living, i want to be absolutely sure i am getting the right saw before spending the money.

My 562 has 2 1/2 years of logging on it. No problems.

 

[bryanr2]

Okay guys. got a price for the 562xp for $690. I just have one issue with it before i pull the trigger. The oil pump. its plastic and looks to be in a vulnerable spot. Has anyone had issues with it? and does anyone know if the echo 590 and stihl 362 have plastic oil pumps as well? I know this is really dragging out but i really appreciate all the input. As someone who doesnt use a saw for a living, i want to be absolutely sure i am getting the right saw before spending the money.

you can get one with heat from Spike for a few dollars more shipped to your door.

 

[Jet47]

I have used a 562 the past few years a lot at work, last week I bought a Jonsered 2260. The 562xp does have a heated handle and the 2260 doesn't, both sport 16" bars. Is it just me or does the 2260 feel noticeably lighter? Maybe it's just wishful thinking on my part.

 

[KenJax Tree]

I have used a 562 the past few years a lot at work, last week I bought a Jonsered 2260. The 562xp does have a heated handle and the 2260 doesn't, both sport 16" bars. Is it just me or does the 2260 feel noticeably lighter? Maybe it's just wishful thinking on my part.

Nope its not you its noticeably lighter.

 

[windthrown]

I believe that someone posted the specs previously here that the 2260 is actually lighter. But it is a 560 clone rather than a 562 (more better IMO).

16 inch bars on 60cc saws though?