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- Stihl MS 212 C-BE Homeowner occasional cutting: limbing, small trees, and light firewood around the property (39 cc · 18-in bar)
- Echo CS-4010 Homeowner occasional cutting: limbing, small trees, and light firewood around the property (42 cc · 18-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 212 C-BE | Echo CS-4010 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 2.36 cu in (38.6 cc) | 2.54 cu in (41.6 cc) |
| Engine Power | 2.4 hp | — |
| Fuel Capacity | 0.11 gal (0.4 L) | 0.09 gal (0.35 L) |
| Power | 1.8 kW | — |
| Power-to-Weight | 2.8 kg/kW | — |
| Bar & Chain | ||
| Chain Gauge | 0.050 in | — |
| Chain Pitch | 3/8" | — |
| Guide Bar Length | 17.99 in (457 mm) | 17.99 in (457 mm) |
| Oil Capacity | 9.5 fl oz (280.95 mL) | 7.8 fl oz (230.67 mL) |
| Oiler | — | Automatic |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Length | 16.14 in (410 mm) | — |
| System Weight | 12.74 lb (5.78 kg) | — |
| Weight | 10.8 lb (4.9 kg) | 9.39 lb (4.26 kg) |
| General | ||
| Anti-Vibration | — | Yes |
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Warranty | — | 5 yr |