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- Stihl MS 462 Forestry / production felling and bucking larger trunks in sustained professional use (72 cc · 16-in bar)
- HUSQVARNA 572 XP Forestry / production felling and bucking larger trunks in sustained professional use (71 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 462 | HUSQVARNA 572 XP |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 4.41 cu in (72.2 cc) | 4.31 cu in (70.6 cc) |
| Engine Power | 6 hp | 5.8 hp |
| Fuel Capacity | 0.19 gal (0.72 L) | 0.19 gal (0.71 L) |
| Power | 4.4 kW | — |
| Power-to-Weight | 1.4 kg/kW | — |
| Bar & Chain | ||
| Chain Gauge | 0.050 / 0.063 in | 0.050 in |
| Chain Pitch | 3/8" | 3/8" |
| Guide Bar Length | 15.98 in (406 mm) | 19.69 in (500 mm) |
| Oil Capacity | 11.5 fl oz (340 mL) | 11.2 fl oz (331.22 mL) |
| Oiler | — | Adjustable flow, no flow at idle |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Length | 18.46 in (469 mm) | — |
| System Weight | 16.05 lb (7.28 kg) | — |
| Weight | 13.29 lb (6.03 kg) | 14.51 lb (6.58 kg) |
| General | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Sound Power Level | — | 120 dB(A) |
| Sound Pressure | — | 107 dB(A) |
| Vibration Level | — | 5 m/s² |