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- Stihl MS 162 Homeowner occasional cutting: limbing, small trees, and light firewood around the property (30 cc · 16-in bar)
- Echo CS-352 Homeowner occasional cutting: limbing, small trees, and light firewood around the property (34 cc · 16-in bar)
Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on — stihlusa.com.
Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on — echo-usa.com.
| Spec | Stihl MS 162 | Echo CS-352 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 1.84 cu in (30.1 cc) | 2.07 cu in (34 cc) |
| Engine Power | 1.6 hp | — |
| Fuel Capacity | 0.11 gal (0.4 L) | 0.07 gal (0.25 L) |
| Power | 1.2 kW | — |
| Power-to-Weight | 3.8 kg/kW | — |
| Bar & Chain | ||
| Chain Gauge | 0.043 in | — |
| Chain Pitch | 3/8" | — |
| Guide Bar Length | 15.98 in (406 mm) | 15.98 in (406 mm) |
| Oil Capacity | 9.5 fl oz (280.95 mL) | 8.8 fl oz (260.25 mL) |
| Oiler | — | Automatic (Clutch-Driven) |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Length | 15.55 in (395 mm) | — |
| System Weight | 11.35 lb (5.15 kg) | — |
| Weight | 9.9 lb (4.49 kg) | 8.8 lb (3.99 kg) |
| General | ||
| Anti-Vibration | — | Yes |
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Warranty | — | 5 yr |