Echo 7310SX Review

[Ric D]

Over the past 2 years I have bought an Echo CS362tes top handle saw, CS2511tes and a CS621SX ground saw, to replace there Husky equivalents and been really impressed with there design and performance. Dick Leigh Chainsaws in Barrow has kindly lent us an Echo CS-7310SX to demo for when the time comes to replace a 70cc saw. We have held on to the saw for about 3 months, enough time to put several tanks of fuel through it, bed in the piston and ring, and wear out 1 chain.

 

I think this is a good saw that could have a long lifespan. If you are going to visit Dick Leighs for a 70cc saw this is well worth considering and should definitely be on your short list. If the choice is between maximum performance or longevity the Echo is likely to win on build and reliability, and with a little tuning it could be a game changer for Echo.

 

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[lux]

Quality saw. Ports very well with big gains. Under tuned from factory.

[Ric D]

Yeah, that's what I wanted to say I the review, but didn't know if it was allowed! Simple exhaust mod might be enough, that air filter looks like it flows enough air.

[gand]

Thanks for the review. Will tell John tomorrow. See you when your next in.

 

Andrew 

[wicklamulla]

yep my local Echo dealer messaged me to say he had a 7310sx in and i shud take it on an extended test drive. 

[Mrblue5000]

What weight is it full of fuel and oil?

[Hankevans21]

I have just purchased this saw and today was my first usage of it. I already own a 420es and have had it 3 years with no problems. I really am happy with this saw so powerful, balanced and easy to use . I have a 20" bar on mine and it has really impressed me. 

[slack ma girdle]

Have Echo improved the vibration damping/ AV mounts?

I stopped using the 450 because the vibrations to my hands were terrible.

[Piston Skirt]

On 27/04/2021 at 13:29, slack ma girdle said:

Have Echo improved the vibration damping/ AV mounts?

I stopped using the 450 because the vibrations to my hands were terrible.

CS-7310SX has the lowest vibrations in it’s class.

7310:  4.2/3.8
572XP: 5.2/4.1

MS462: 4.8/3.6

[OzzyRZ]

I like the air filter. Plenty of surface area