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If only the 461 had the air induction of the 261.
I agree. I am on the one saw plan. I have a 361 and really like it, but if the 462 is lighter and clise to a 362 in weight that could be my new one saw plan.
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Thanks for all the replies, I'll need to look into the 462 some more but it does seem like that might be perfect...any idea when it will be released? A quick google search told me February of 2018? Would be a perfect birthday gift to myself if so
I'm guessing the 462 will be north of $1000...?
Im going to research some of the Husky recommendations as well, although I prefer stick with one brand just for simplicity/parts and the fact there is a Stihl dealer right down the road next to the grocery store/TSC that we shop at regularly anyway...Im not even sure where the nearest Husky dealer is.
I'm in no rush by any means, I have the 261 (yes it is an Mtronic and Ive been very happy with it) as well as a 260, so Im making do just fine for what I do...however if the 462 is going to be 1 year+ before release I'll probably pick something up instead of waiting.
Lol so a 880 thenIf you are cutting 24" rings for hours on end, get the biggest saw you
can physically put up with.
You will get you job done a lot quicker than nursing a smaller saw.
Like others said, the 461, better again 462.
Dont forget other brands, Echo Shindaiwa, Makita, all good, unless you want the MT system.
Take a look at the crank cases on the Stihls and you might see why I am advocating other brands.
Either way, hope something nice falls into your lap, we can all do with the odd break,
as others said, some second hand ones to be had, look over on OP site, you never know
whats on offer, and good selllers are vouched for over there, so no underhanded crap.
Regards, john
I have 660 and 084 for bucking logs with 24-36" bars semi chisel full comp mostlyLol so a 880 then
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The gap depends on where you set them on the floor.........Skip the 362. There's not enough gap between it and your 261.
I agree. My Stihl 046 fills the gap without breathing hard. But, so does my Echo CS-670 and my Makita 6401 with a BBK. When those seem a bit weak (which is rare indeed), I pick up my Stihl 064 AV and hold on for dear life.Skip the 362. There's not enough gap between it and your 261.
+1. I've had 362cm for a while and happy with it. Recently bought the new 261c powerhead because I have .325 bars and chains. I've use ported 046 the most w 20 and 25. If I HAD to thin the herd, probably 261, ported 046 and ported 661. Oh and the old 028 on tractor .I agree. My Stihl 046 fills the gap without breathing hard. But, so does my Echo CS-670 and my Makita 6401 with a BBK. When those seem a bit weak (which is rare indeed), I pick up my Stihl 064 AV and hold on for dear life.
Agreed, Remember that Brad takes big steps and those are bigger than mine. I think there is a jump between the 261 and a 361. I know there is a step between my 026 PRO and my MS 361. If I had a 362, I'd be very happy with it. Meanwhile, how could I ever pitch my 361?+1. I've had 362cm for a while and happy with it. Recently bought the new 261c powerhead because I have .325 bars and chains. I've use ported 046 the most w 20 and 25. If I HAD to thin the herd, probably 261, ported 046 and ported 661. Oh and the old 028 on tractor .
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Agree, those are the two models i have. 361 rocks.Agreed, Remember that Brad takes big steps and those are bigger than mine. I think there is a jump between the 261 and a 361. I know there is a step between my 026 PRO and my MS 361. If I had a 362, I'd be very happy with it. Meanwhile, how could I ever pitch my 361?
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