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Best Chainsaws for Cutting Firewood

Firewood bucking rewards a mid-size gas saw: enough displacement to power through rounds all day, with a 16–20 in bar that handles common log diameters without being unwieldy.

How these were selected: Gas chainsaws with engine displacement of 45 cc or more and a 16–20 in (406–508 mm) guide bar, ranked by displacement. No paid placement, no subjective reviews — just the specs in our database.

Independent reference database. Specs are compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.

  1. 1

    Husqvarna 395 XP Husqvarna

    Mid/large 94 cc engine with a 20-in bar — strong torque for bucking firewood rounds.

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  2. 2

    HUSQVARNA 592 XP G Husqvarna

    Mid/large 93 cc engine with a 20-in bar — strong torque for bucking firewood rounds.

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  3. 3

    Stihl MS 500i Stihl

    Mid/large 79 cc engine with a 18-in bar — strong torque for bucking firewood rounds.

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  4. 4

    Echo CS-7310P Echo

    Mid/large 74 cc engine with a 20-in bar — strong torque for bucking firewood rounds.

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  5. 5

    Echo CS-7310PW Echo

    Mid/large 74 cc engine with a 20-in bar — strong torque for bucking firewood rounds.

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  6. 6

    Stihl MS 462 Stihl

    Mid/large 72 cc engine with a 16-in bar — strong torque for bucking firewood rounds.

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  7. 7

    Husqvarna 365 Husqvarna

    Mid/large 71 cc engine with a 20-in bar — strong torque for bucking firewood rounds.

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  8. 8

    HUSQVARNA 372 XP X-TORQ Husqvarna

    Mid/large 71 cc engine with a 20-in bar — strong torque for bucking firewood rounds.

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Frequently asked questions

How did SawFacts pick the best chainsaws for cutting firewood?

These picks are filtered objectively from our database: Gas chainsaws with engine displacement of 45 cc or more and a 16–20 in (406–508 mm) guide bar, ranked by displacement. No paid placement or subjective reviews.

What is the top pick for the chainsaws for cutting firewood?

Husqvarna 395 XP ranks first by these criteria. Mid/large 94 cc engine with a 20-in bar — strong torque for bucking firewood rounds.

Are these specifications reliable?

Specs are compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison. Verify critical numbers with the manufacturer before purchase.