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- Husqvarna T540 XP Mark III Arborist (top-handle) trained climbers pruning and limbing aloft on a rope and harness (39 cc · 12-in bar)
- Stihl MS 201 T C-M Arborist (top-handle) trained climbers pruning and limbing aloft on a rope and harness (35 cc · 12-in bar)
Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on — husqvarna.com.
Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on — manualslib.com.
| Spec | Husqvarna T540 XP Mark III | Stihl MS 201 T C-M |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 2.39 cu in (39.1 cc) | 2.15 cu in (35.2 cc) |
| Engine Power | 2.6 hp | 2.4 hp |
| Fuel Capacity | 0.06 gal (0.23 L) | 0.08 gal (0.31 L) |
| Power | — | 1.8 kW |
| Power-to-Weight | — | 2.1 kg/kW |
| Bar & Chain | ||
| Chain Gauge | 0.043 in | 0.050 in |
| Chain Pitch | .325" LP | 3/8" |
| Guide Bar Length | 11.81 in (300 mm) | 12.01 in (305 mm) |
| Oil Capacity | 7.84 fl oz (231.86 mL) | 7.44 fl oz (220 mL) |
| Oiler | Adjustable flow, no flow at idle | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Length | — | 17.32 in (440 mm) |
| System Weight | — | 9.44 lb (4.28 kg) |
| Weight | 8.4 lb (3.81 kg) | 8.2 lb (3.72 kg) |
| General | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Sound Power Level | 112 dB(A) | — |
| Sound Pressure | 102 dB(A) | — |
| Vibration Level | 3.5 m/s² | — |