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- Makita 36V LXT Brushless 16" Kit Battery fleet quiet, low-maintenance crew work: pruning, limbing, and small-tree cutting (16-in bar)
- Stihl MSA 300 C-O Battery fleet quiet, low-maintenance crew work: pruning, limbing, and small-tree cutting (16-in bar)
Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on — makitatools.com.
Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on — stihlusa.com.
| Spec | Makita 36V LXT Brushless 16" Kit | Stihl MSA 300 C-O |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Power | — | 2.5 kW |
| Battery & Electric | ||
| Battery System | — | AP |
| Max Voltage | — | 40 V |
| Power Consumption | — | 3 kW |
| Recommended Battery | — | AP 500 S |
| Voltage | 36 V | 36 V |
| Bar & Chain | ||
| Chain Gauge | 0.043 in | 0.050 in |
| Chain Pitch | 3/8" LP | .325" |
| Chain Speed | 20.02 m/s | — |
| Guide Bar Length | 15.98 in (406 mm) | 15.98 in (406 mm) |
| Oil Capacity | — | 10.5 fl oz (310.52 mL) |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Length | — | 19.45 in (494 mm) |
| System Weight | 11.1 lb (5.04 kg) | 11.93 lb (5.41 kg) |
| Weight | — | 9.9 lb (4.49 kg) |
| General | ||
| Power Source | battery | battery |