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2 models side by side, spec by spec.
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- Stihl MS 250 Homeowner occasional cutting: limbing, small trees, and light firewood around the property (45 cc · 18-in bar)
- Husqvarna 450S Rancher Farm & ranch occasional firewood, limbing, fence-line clearing, and storm cleanup (50 cc · 20-in bar)
Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on — stihlusa.com.
Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on — husqvarna.com.
| Spec | Stihl MS 250 | Husqvarna 450S Rancher |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 2.77 cu in (45.4 cc) | 3.06 cu in (50.2 cc) |
| Engine Power | 3 hp | 3.2 hp |
| Fuel Capacity | 0.12 gal (0.47 L) | 0.12 gal (0.45 L) |
| Power | 2.2 kW | — |
| Power-to-Weight | 2.1 kg/kW | — |
| Bar & Chain | ||
| Chain Gauge | 0.050 in | 0.050 in |
| Chain Pitch | .325" | .325" |
| Guide Bar Length | 17.99 in (457 mm) | 19.69 in (500 mm) |
| Oil Capacity | 6.76 fl oz (200 mL) | 8.8 fl oz (260.25 mL) |
| Oiler | — | Automatic |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Length | 16.34 in (415 mm) | — |
| System Weight | 12.3 lb (5.58 kg) | — |
| Weight | 10.1 lb (4.58 kg) | 11 lb (4.99 kg) |
| General | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Sound Power Level | — | 116 dB(A) |
| Sound Pressure | — | 106 dB(A) |
| Vibration Level | — | 3.9 m/s² |