Best Chainsaws for Felling Trees
Felling medium-to-large trees calls for a powerful gas saw with a long enough bar to reach through the trunk and the displacement to keep chain speed up in the cut.
Independent reference database. Specs are compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.
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Stihl MS 881 MAGNUM Stihl
121 cc of power and a 36-in bar give the reach and torque for felling larger trees.
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HUSQVARNA 3120 XP Husqvarna
119 cc of power and a 24-in bar give the reach and torque for felling larger trees.
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Husqvarna 395 XP Husqvarna
94 cc of power and a 20-in bar give the reach and torque for felling larger trees.
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HUSQVARNA 592 XP Husqvarna
93 cc of power and a 36-in bar give the reach and torque for felling larger trees.
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HUSQVARNA 592 XP G Husqvarna
93 cc of power and a 20-in bar give the reach and torque for felling larger trees.
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Stihl MS 661 C-M MAGNUM Stihl
92 cc of power and a 36-in bar give the reach and torque for felling larger trees.
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HUSQVARNA 585 Husqvarna
86 cc of power and a 28-in bar give the reach and torque for felling larger trees.
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Stihl MS 500i Stihl
79 cc of power and a 18-in bar give the reach and torque for felling larger trees.
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Frequently asked questions
How did SawFacts pick the best chainsaws for felling trees?
These picks are filtered objectively from our database: Gas chainsaws with engine displacement of 50 cc or more and an 18 in (457 mm) or longer guide bar, ranked by displacement. No paid placement or subjective reviews.
What is the top pick for the chainsaws for felling trees?
Stihl MS 881 MAGNUM ranks first by these criteria. 121 cc of power and a 36-in bar give the reach and torque for felling larger trees.
Are these specifications reliable?
Specs are compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison. Verify critical numbers with the manufacturer before purchase.