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- Stihl MS 500i Forestry / production felling and bucking larger trunks in sustained professional use (79 cc · 18-in bar)
- Echo CS-680 Forestry / production felling and bucking larger trunks in sustained professional use (67 cc · 20-in bar)
Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on — stihl.co.uk.
Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on — echo-usa.com.
| Spec | Stihl MS 500i | Echo CS-680 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 4.83 cu in (79.2 cc) | 4.08 cu in (66.8 cc) |
| Engine Power | 6.8 hp | — |
| Fuel Capacity | 0.19 gal (0.71 L) | 0.17 gal (0.64 L) |
| Power | 5 kW | — |
| Power-to-Weight | 1.26 kg/kW | — |
| Bar & Chain | ||
| Chain Gauge | 0.050 in | — |
| Chain Pitch | 3/8" | — |
| Guide Bar Length | 17.99 in (457 mm) | 20 in (508 mm) |
| Oil Capacity | — | 12.5 fl oz (369.67 mL) |
| Oiler | — | Automatic/Adjustable (with manual override) |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Length | 18.43 in (468 mm) | — |
| System Weight | 17.39 lb (7.89 kg) | — |
| Weight | 14 lb (6.35 kg) | 14.59 lb (6.62 kg) |
| General | ||
| Anti-Vibration | — | Yes |
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Warranty | — | 5 yr |