I have a brushless 40-volt Kobalt (Lowes) with a 6.0Ah battery (aftermarket on e-bay). It is a real workhorse. https://www.lowes.com/pd/Unbranded-KOBALT-40V-14IN-CHAINSAW-KIT/5002904987
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I went with "GreenWorks" equipment. I currently have a chain saw, pole saw, hedge trimmer, and leaf blower all in the 60V line and have no complaints with any of those tools. They have several different voltage line-ups, just have to pick what you think will best fit your needs.
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I’ve been using Makita cordless tools (chainsaw, polesaw, pole hedge trimmer and string trimmer) for trail clearing and maintenance. Been very impressed with their performance and battery life. Sounds like there’s a lot of good options out there.
I’d recommend getting a small gas mix Stihl. The battery operated I’ve used are pointless and limited power.
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I use an 18v ryobi brushless attached to a kolpin universal mount. I only keep it installed, including mount, if I need it for long term use. During our ride at royal blue the chainsaw came apart, at the bar tensioner. I'm assuming all the bumps jarred it loose. I was able to catch it coming apart before I lost anything. The chainsaw works great. The mount was decent and solid. Overall the setup on the actual pioneer did not work very well for me. I plan on getting a hard case for the saw to carry it around on the trail. Cordless is the way to go for trial saws. No mixing of fuel, no random can't get my saw started issues, or hot engines after use.
RYOBI ONE+ 18V Brushless 12 in. Cordless Battery Chainsaw with 4.0 Ah Battery and Charger P549
The RYOBI 18V ONE+ platform of cordless tools is raising the bar with the RYOBI ONE+ Lithium+ 18V Brushless Chain Saw. Featuring a 12 in. bar and chain, this chain saw will clean up unsightly branches
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I was using an electric with a small inverter generator, I now carry a battery power sawsall and spare battery, it's light, one handed use and good all day for up to 4" cuts, Happy Trails
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I have the Milwaukee 18 volt chainsaw for 3 years now and works great, The batteries will fit any other tool they also make. IE Drill, Jigsaw , Grinder and any other tool long as it's the 18 volt. Mine came with 2 batteries and a soft case.
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I have a makita and love it they have the best lithium batteries
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I always carry at least a folding saw, and supplement with DeWalt reciprocating, Still MSA 200, or gas chain saw, depending on where I am going and season, etc. After a wind storm, at least the Stihl.
As for my Stihl electric, it has a 14" bar. I use it more for limbing trees I drop with a gas saw around our property, and love it for its dependability and quiet operation. (My neighbors appreciate the quiet, too.) I'm probably going to buy a blower and get a large backpack battery next. (Forget leaves; it's all about the larch needles here.)
As for my Stihl electric, it has a 14" bar. I use it more for limbing trees I drop with a gas saw around our property, and love it for its dependability and quiet operation. (My neighbors appreciate the quiet, too.) I'm probably going to buy a blower and get a large backpack battery next. (Forget leaves; it's all about the larch needles here.)
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I am using the DeWalt Flexvolt 60v 16in chainsaw as the batteries are interchangeable with other 20v power tools that I bring with me like my impact driver and drill. With Dewalts new powerstack battery I can go for weeks without needing to recharge them. I have cut a tree that was at least 20" in diameter with no problems.
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I’ve got the dewalt And Walmart brand‘hyper tough’ The hyper tough is smaller (used it today) but im highly impressed with both.
I have the same Dewalt as Bigtee. It works well, light weight and yes leaks oil! I like it. I had some other 20V Dewalt tools and batteries before I purchased the chain saw. If you don't already have any brand batteries. I would look around for a good deal. Some of these saws may be built by the same manufacturer and rebranded!
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I have a Wen 16" Chan saw and love it. I bought a second battery and can go all day cutting. The chain that it comes with the Wen doesn't last as long as the Stil replacement chain I bought.
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Good to know. I have been very happy with my Kobalt 40V trimmer especially when using the 6Ah battery. The 4Ah batteries aren't bad either but the 6Ah definitely last longer.
For everyone,
No matter what brand you go with, get the highest amp hour battery you can. 4Ah is minimum for moderate to heavy use no matter if it is 12, 18, 24 or 40 volt systems. I run 4Ah and 6Ah batteries in my 18V Rigid tools and 40V Kobalt tools.
This is what I use when I don’t want to deal with getting the Stihl chainsaw. Works pretty good. But I’m still thinking I will buy the Milwaukee M12 Hatchet and change to a longer bar and chain.
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I have the 18" EGO. So far (2 months) it has worked great. Bought it mainly because I have an EGO mower that takes the same batteries. Plenty of power. Bar oil does leak when stored.
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I wonder if Dewalt has a version? I have many of their cordless tools and batteries
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In a pinch, I’d imagine a cordless sawsall might work with the right blade
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The dewalt sawzall I have. 4 way chuck and led. Compact light and fast. Only limited by the size and type of the blade.
20V MAX* XR® Brushless Compact Reciprocating Saw (Tool Only)
The DCS367B 20V MAX* XR® COMPACT Reciprocating Saw is a lightweight, compact saw designed to make cutting in between studs and in other tight spots easier than with traditional reciprocating saws. The brushless motor helps to provide up to 2.5x more run time** to get the job done. With a 1-1/8"...
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Now see I knew this was exactly the right group to ask this question… I now have at least a dozen options to research.
Sawzalls are great.. but they won’t SAWZALL I need it to. ( 🥁🥁) My riding buddy (Futzin) and I regularly run into stuff that well.. would just laugh at us for trying to sawzall it. Here is an example of what we see :
Granted they are not all this size but normally half and up to this size is what I am looking to clear. This is why I am looking for a battery powered chainsaw. Not sure what is out there, powerful enough to cut stuff like this.
You guys are giving me great advice here! Thanks so much and keep it coming.
Sawzalls are great.. but they won’t SAWZALL I need it to. ( 🥁🥁) My riding buddy (Futzin) and I regularly run into stuff that well.. would just laugh at us for trying to sawzall it. Here is an example of what we see :
Granted they are not all this size but normally half and up to this size is what I am looking to clear. This is why I am looking for a battery powered chainsaw. Not sure what is out there, powerful enough to cut stuff like this.
You guys are giving me great advice here! Thanks so much and keep it coming.
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