What are the differences Between a 044 and 046

[94BULLITT]

I want to get a 70cc saw. I think I want a 046 or a MS460. What are the differences between a 044 and a 046? How can I tell them apart if the decal on the handle is missing that says what the CC of the saw is?

 

[atpchas]

As long as you're sure it's either an 044 or an 046.....
Look at the case on the starter side next to the muffler. The top of the case next to the muffler slopes downward on the 044, is flat topped and squared off on the 046.

 

[94BULLITT]

Thanks, the saw in question is a 046.

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[singinwoodwackr]

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[gary courtney]

70.7 vs 76.5 cc's and 5.4 vs.6.1 h.p.

 

[94BULLITT]

70.7 vs 76.5 cc's and 5.4 vs.6.1 h.p.

The difference in power is the reason I want a 046.

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[Frogfarmer]

I have an 044 and a 460 my 044 is the stronger of the 2 saws. If I could find as many 044s as I can 460s I would run the 044s. The numbers show the 460 as the superior in the HP category but the numbers are just that numbers real world makes a big difference. I am sure others will agree. Moral of the story is don't be stuck on the numbers.

 

[mdavlee]

10mm 044 will run with most 046 with shorter bars. 28-32" the 46 will pull away.

 

[Frogfarmer]

10mm 044 will run with most 046 with shorter bars. 28-32" the 46 will pull away.

I rarely cut anything over 24" so that could be a genuine difference and plus for the 046/460.

 

[94BULLITT]

I have an 044 and a 460 my 044 is the stronger of the 2 saws. If I could find as many 044s as I can 460s I would run the 044s. The numbers show the 460 as the superior in the HP category but the numbers are just that numbers real world makes a big difference. I am sure others will agree. Moral of the story is don't be stuck on the numbers.

From what I have found the earlier 046 with the D shaped combustion chamber was a better performer than the later 046/ MS460 saws. I think they changed the cylinder around 2000.

Here is a thread on 046 vs MS460

http://www.arboristsite.com/community/threads/differences-between-stihl-046-ms460.238509/