Stihl MS462 vs Husqvarna 572xp

[josharb87]

I dont think there’s any real difference between them other than weight.

I have a suspicion that one will be ever so slightly better for fast snedding soft woods but the other better for hard woods and oversized trees, but won’t know until we start felling with them in the new year 

 

[Treespotter]

I have talked with on of the Stihl guys. Their objective was to reduce weight on their machine. I wonder if this will effect the durability of the 462. 800 Grams difference between the Husqy and Stihl is a lot.
The objective at Husqvarna was to get a saw on the market that is durable in no matter what harsh environment. Getting there ment there couldn't be any weight reduction in some places. The crankshaft is heavier. The ribs on the head that in my opinion need to be there to keep the engine cool are big and positioned in a way that airflow is optimal. The barrier between engine and carb is bigger to keep the carb cool. The body is more durable than previous models.
The head of the Stihl scares me a bit. I hope the cooling on that machine works out ok.

[Sveriges]

Pretty much sums it up treespotter. Have you noticed the hollow hole in the crankcase on the 572?? Another cooling feature as long as the user keeps it clean 

[Treespotter]

Pretty much sums it up treespotter. Have you noticed the hollow hole in the crankcase on the 572?? Another cooling feature as long as the user keeps it clean 

Weird right?

[spudulike]

Probably the opposite as opening the exhaust up will keep the cylinder cooler. I reckon the 3 series Husqvarnas are as good as it gets!

[TGB]

Any figures on vibration level for either or both? And is the 572 running .325" or 3/8"?

[Stubby]

2 hours ago, TGB said:

Any figures on vibration level for either or both? And is the 572 running .325" or 3/8"?

Pretty sure they both would run 3/8th pitch as standard .

[Sveriges]

572 is on 3/8 vibe figures I imagine will be in the brochure next year 

[spudulike]

I am surprised we haven't got a thermocouple on the exhaust side of the cylinder yet and some sort of auto-shutdown if it overheats - that would save a few saws from self detonation!

As for operators keeping their saws clean - you are kidding right? Think I only have two customers that do that

[Sveriges]

12 minutes ago, spudulike said:

I am surprised we haven't got a thermocouple on the exhaust side of the cylinder yet and some sort of auto-shutdown if it overheats - that would save a few saws from self detonation!

As for operators keeping their saws clean - you are kidding right? Think I only have two customers that do that

Oil guard should be fitted. Certainly make my life easier