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2 models side by side, spec by spec.
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- Husqvarna T542i XP Arborist (top-handle) trained climbers pruning and limbing aloft on a rope and harness (12-in bar)
- Stihl MSA 60 C-B w/AK 20 Homeowner occasional cutting: limbing, small trees, and light firewood around the property (12-in bar)
Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on — husqvarna.com.
Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on — stihlusa.com.
| Spec | Husqvarna T542i XP | Stihl MSA 60 C-B w/AK 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine Power | 2.4 hp | — |
| Power | 1.79 kW | 0.7 kW |
| Battery & Electric | ||
| Battery System | — | AK |
| Max Voltage | — | 40 V |
| Power Consumption | — | 0.9 kW |
| Recommended Battery | — | AK 20 |
| Voltage | 40 V | 36 V |
| Bar & Chain | ||
| Chain Gauge | 0.043 in | 0.043 in |
| Chain Pitch | .325" LP | 1/4" |
| Guide Bar Length | 11.81 in (300 mm) | 12.01 in (305 mm) |
| Oil Capacity | 6.72 fl oz (198.73 mL) | — |
| Oiler | Adjustable flow | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Length | — | 17.76 in (451 mm) |
| Weight | 6.39 lb (2.9 kg) | 6.39 lb (2.9 kg) |
| General | ||
| Power Source | battery | battery |
| Sound Power Level | 104 dB(A) | — |
| Sound Pressure | 91 dB(A) | — |
| Vibration Level | 4.7 m/s² | — |