Are you looking for the best chainsaw for landscaping?
Something that will allow you to prune, splitwood, and cut down trees. Something that will make your garden look beautiful?
Well you’ve come to the right place because that’s exactly what I’ll be going over in this post.
Let’s get straight into it!
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For Carving |
Husqvarna 130 |
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For Pruning |
DEWALT |
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Pole Saw |
DEWALT XR Pole Saw |
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Felling Large trees |
Husqvarna 460 Rancher |
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Husqvarna 130 (For Carving)
- 16-inch bar
- Weighs 4.7KG
- Gas powered
Bar Length
This bar can cut into wood up to 14 inches deep with ease. This makes the chainsaw ideal for any carving related task where you aren’t trying to cut straight through thick slices of wood.
Weight
Being such a lightweight tool has its advantages. Weighing only 4.7KG or 10.4 lbs., you’ll be able to lift and operate this with ease. This makes it so you won’t have to struggle to work on those more intricate designs.
Low Vibrations
There’s no need to worry about white fingers with this chainsaw. Both handles have been tested for vibration levels.
The back reads 5.5m/s2 while the front is only 3.72ms2 making this ideal for longer-term use and not making you tired.
Power
She may be small but she’s powerful.This chainsaw operates at 9,000rpm which means the chain goes around the bar 9,000 times per minute. Allowing you yo cut quickly and precisely
Low Maintenance
A high-quality air-injection system helps with maintenance for you. Not only does this help to reduce any wear and tear but it also allows a longer time frame in between filter cleanings.
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DEWALT (For Pruning)
- 12-inch bar
- Weighs 9 lbs
- 20-volt (battery-powered)
Small Bar
With this bar being a mere 12 inches, it’s perfect for those small pruning jobs. The maximum length that you would ideally want to cut would be no more than 10 inches.
Due to the size, it’s easy to fit this into those small nooks to ensure clean edges on the plant you’re pruning.
It’s great for pruning, splitting and cutting trees up to 8 inches thick.
Light
At a whole 9 lbs, which includes the battery, this can be operated with ease by virtually anyone. The compact design makes it easy to lift and maneuver.
This ensures that you aren’t limited in your abilities by having your strength levels put to the test.
Low Maintenance
Since this is a 12-volt device, many maintenance aspects are eliminated that would otherwise be required for a gas-powered chainsaw.
This includes issues such as the carburetor needing a clean out. It is also fume-free and certain to start, even whilst in the cold.
Long Run Time
Even though this is battery operated, it still offers a long run time. At approximately 90 cuts per charge, you’ll have no issues completing any pruning tasks.
DEWALT XR Pole Saw (Pole saw)
- 8-inch bar
- Up to a 15-foot reach
- Weight of 9.8 lbs
- Battery-powered
Bar Length and Reach
Out of all the chainsaws that we’re looking at today, this one has the smallest bar. At only 8 inches in length, it isn’t the best for cutting through thicker wood.
However, with the extended reach, this can easily be used for clearing brush and undergrowth. This will allow you to reach high up on trees for trimming away any of those unwanted limbs.
Weight
Weighing a minimal 9.8 lbs makes this an easy device to hold up high for an extended period of time. Regardless of your level of strength, you should be able to handle this chainsaw.
Low Maintenance
This contains the convenience of being cordless, similar to gas-powered, but with the added benefit of its rechargeability. There’s no need to worry about unwanted fumes or any extra maintenance.
Alongside this is an auto oiling feature, allowing you to automatically lubricate your chain without any manual work. This will keep your polesaw working for longer.
Long Operating Time
This DEWALT uses a 20-volt battery that utilizes a brushless motor system. This allows for a long run time which delivers approximately 96 cuts from one charged battery.
Husqvarna 460 Rancher (For felling trees)
- 24-inch bar
- Weighs 13.2 lbs
- Gas powered
Bar Length
This can cut wood up to 22-inches with absolute ease. The longer bar option makes this Husqvarna ideal for felling trees. This offers you the advantage of being able to cut through trunks as thick as 22-inches with ease.
Lightweight
Even though this is the heaviest chainsaw we have looked at so far, remember that this is quite a bit bigger as well. With a weight of only 13.2 lbs, it is still a very lightweight machine.
You should have no issues holding this next to any tree trunks. However, if you’re holding it up high for an extended period, you may find that you’re tiring out a lot faster than with other models.
Powerful
You’ll have no issues tearing through the thickest of trunks with this chainsaw. The maximum torque you can achieve is 3.4Nm.
There is a maximum speed of 9000 rpm (turns per minute). Allowing you to make super quick cuts.
Air Injection System
Husqvarna utilizes a high-quality air injection system. This is a centrifugal air cleaning system that has been specially designed to remove larger particles.
By keeping away more dust and debris from the air filter, you’ll have less maintenance on your machine. You can also be rest assured of a longer life span on the engine.
Conclusion
The best chainsaw for landscaping is the Husqvarna 130. It has a 16 inch bar, weighs 4.7kg/10lbs, and is powered by a 38cc gas engine. It’s great for carving, splitting wood, and felling trees up to 14 inches thick.
Hope you found exactly what you were looking for in this post.
Happy sawing!
– Adam
