Ms500i or still 661?

[snltree]

661 it is

[Stubby]

3 hours ago, samurayjack said:

Of course the 500i is better.Because it is lighter. This allows you to work longer 

	Stihl MS 500İ	Stihl MS 661
Engine power:	6.7HP	7.2 HP
Engine size:	4.86cc	5.56cc
Weight:	13.9 lbs	16.3 lbs
Price:	$1,400	$1,200

 

 

Are those engine sizes cubic inches ? rather than cc ....Cubic centimeters

[TGB]

Are you going to climb with it? If so I would go 462, or 500i if you feel it's worth the extra money, on 25".

If you're on the ground doing lots of big stems, and/or want something you could mill with, then maybe 661 is right choice. Heavy though.

661 if you need grunt.

[gand]

If your looking at price and only need around the 25" mark and wanted a Stihl, I'd get the 661 over the 500i. The 500i is the same price with a 25" bar as the 661 with a 28" so gives you that little bit extra 

[maybelateron]

A few months ago I had to decide between 500i and 661, to replace my old 660. I opted for the 661 as this can run the 36 inch bar. I can still manage the 661 from the basket of my MEWP, and for a small number of cuts if I really have to when climbing (462 far preferable though). Not suggesting the 500i is not good for one moment though, but never actually used one.

[Stephen Blair]

500i all day long and if you need a 36" bar buy an 088.

 

I don't bother with the 261 anymore, 500i weighs about the same and when you give it revs it becomes lighter as it lifts.