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- Stihl MS 271 FARM BOSS 20" Farm & ranch occasional firewood, limbing, fence-line clearing, and storm cleanup (50 cc · 20-in bar)
- HUSQVARNA 455 Rancher Farm & ranch occasional firewood, limbing, fence-line clearing, and storm cleanup (56 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 271 FARM BOSS 20" | HUSQVARNA 455 Rancher |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 3.06 cu in (50.2 cc) | 3.39 cu in (55.5 cc) |
| Engine Power | 3.5 hp | 3.5 hp |
| Fuel Capacity | 0.13 gal (0.5 L) | 0.12 gal (0.44 L) |
| Power | 2.6 kW | — |
| Power-to-Weight | 2.2 kg/kW | — |
| Bar & Chain | ||
| Chain Gauge | 0.063 in | 0.058 in |
| Chain Pitch | .325" | 3/8" |
| Guide Bar Length | 20 in (508 mm) | 19.69 in (500 mm) |
| Oil Capacity | 8.12 fl oz (240 mL) | 11.2 fl oz (331.22 mL) |
| Oiler | — | Automatic |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Length | 17.72 in (450 mm) | — |
| System Weight | 14.84 lb (6.73 kg) | — |
| Weight | 12.35 lb (5.6 kg) | 13.21 lb (5.99 kg) |
| General | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Sound Power Level | — | 115 dB(A) |
| Sound Pressure | — | 107 dB(A) |
| Vibration Level | — | 3.8 m/s² |