MS362 vs MS400, which should I get + dimensions?

[Ryan15]

Hey everyone. I am looking into getting a new saw, either the 362 or 400. I am wondering if anyone has any recommendations for which one to get. i will be using a 20" bar and bucking up wood with it for the most part. I know the weight is 12.4 to 12.8lbs in the 400 so not much difference there. I was also wondering if anyone knows the dimensions of each saw. Is the 400 any longer than the 362 when just looking at the powerhead or are they almost indential?

 

[farmer steve]

Gonna say dimensions are pretty close. I run my 400 with the 20" bar and like it. Don't have any experience with the 362 only my 361. 400 for the win. Good luck with whatever (400 ) you decide on.

 

[lone wolf]

Hey everyone. I am looking into getting a new saw, either the 362 or 400. I am wondering if anyone has any recommendations for which one to get. i will be using a 20" bar and bucking up wood with it for the most part. I know the weight is 12.4 to 12.8lbs in the 400 so not much difference there. I was also wondering if anyone knows the dimensions of each saw. Is the 400 any longer than the 362 when just looking at the powerhead or are they almost indential?

The 400 should cut faster!

 

[Hirdatron]

I realise it's not exactly what you asked for but last year I got a 400 and here it is next to the 262. Obviously you're enquiring about a 362 but it might help?! The gist is the 400 is so close in size and weight to the 362 you basically get a 70cc saw the size of a 60. It was only about £100 more than a 362 if I remember, but it was a no brainer for me!

 

[irhunter]

I've run the 362CM with a 20" bar in hardwood. It pulls fine.

Obviously, the 400 has more yank.

For me, it would be between the non-Mtronic 362 and the Mtronic mag-piston 400.

One is quite old-school, and one isn't.

Your personal preference, I'd say.

Roy

 

[Lightning Performance]

You can run either with a 20" bar.

 

[lone wolf]

You can run either with a 20" bar.

A 20 on my 400 seems just right.

 

[Lightning Performance]

A 20 on my 400 seems just right.

I didn't buy one yet. Most of the saws have been shelved this year. Plenty at my local dealerships. 400s in stock.

The balance is the same as a 361 or 2 imho. I'll get around to seeking some stuff and updating this winter.

That new 661 carb saw is still listed here. I passed. Kick myself later.

 

[Ryan15]

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I realise it's not exactly what you asked for but last year I got a 400 and here it is next to the 262. Obviously you're enquiring about a 362 but it might help?! The gist is the 400 is so close in size and weight to the 362 you basically get a 70cc saw the size of a 60. It was only about £100 more than a 362 if I remember, but it was a no brainer for me!

Thanks! This might actually be a better comparison. if the 362 and 400 are so close it's good to see the difference between the 50cc saw.

 

[ballisticdoughnut]

Get the 400. Not sure why anyone would even consider the 362 at this point aside from the minor difference in price and/or availability.

 

[cscltd]

Only advantage of 362 over the 400 right now is that the 362 is on sale in Canada at the moment. So a bit of price difference at moment Between the 2
but if money is not an issue, get the 400 Which comes standard with lightweight bar. Dealer may knock a few bucks off price if you sub reg stihl laminated bar instead, which makes it a little closer to 362 for price.

 

[Ryan15]

Sounds like the 400 is the same size and weight but has more power. I'll just go with that one. don't want to regret it later.

 

[ballisticdoughnut]

Sounds like the 400 is the same size and weight but has more power. I'll just go with that one. don't want to regret it later.

I knew you’d see things our way lol. Honestly though, going with the 400 is the more logical decision. Same size and weight as the 362 and more power. Just makes sense.

 

[Ryan15]

I was leaning towards the 400 I mostly wanted to see how much bigger the saw is. generally with more power comes more weight and size. based on the photos above they're so close.

 

[ballisticdoughnut]

The MS400 is really an impressive saw. Power to weight ratio is probably the highest of any saw in its class from any manufacturer at this point.

 

[thomasinvancouver]

400 made the 362 obsolete. Not sure why Stihl still bothers to sell it.

 

[bwalker]

The 362 and the 400 are built on the same chassis. The 362 is kind of a turd and theb400c is not.

 

[Shiftit1]

Whenever you get it make sure to check the pricing on different size bars when you buy the saw, If you are interested in larger bars than just a 20. You can get a larger bar for like $10.00 each size up. I have a 362 now and plan on going to the 400 next.

 

[RedneckChainsawRepair]

400 basically replaced the 362. I wouldnt even look at the 362 unless that were making it worth it big time.

The one pic is 362 actual pho weight dry.

 

[Sierra_rider]

I have a 400 and have run 362s in the past. There is no comparison, the 400 is a much better saw. I think Stihl lies with the weight difference between the 2, just to create some separation, but they feel exactly the same when you pick them up. Externally, they look the same.

My only knock against the 400 is the low-output oiler, but that's a non factor with a 20" bar and is easily remedied.