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2 models side by side, spec by spec.
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- Stihl MSA 70 C-B Battery fleet quiet, low-maintenance crew work: pruning, limbing, and small-tree cutting (12-in bar)
- Husqvarna T542i XP Arborist (top-handle) trained climbers pruning and limbing aloft on a rope and harness (12-in bar)
Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on — stihlusa.com.
Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on — husqvarna.com.
| Spec | Stihl MSA 70 C-B | Husqvarna T542i XP |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine Power | — | 2.4 hp |
| Power | 0.9 kW | 1.79 kW |
| Battery & Electric | ||
| Battery System | AK | — |
| Max Voltage | 40 V | — |
| Power Consumption | 1.1 kW | — |
| Recommended Battery | AK 30 S | — |
| Voltage | 36 V | 40 V |
| Bar & Chain | ||
| Chain Gauge | 0.043 in | 0.043 in |
| Chain Pitch | 1/4" | .325" LP |
| Guide Bar Length | 12.01 in (305 mm) | 11.81 in (300 mm) |
| Oil Capacity | — | 6.72 fl oz (198.73 mL) |
| Oiler | — | Adjustable flow |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Length | 17.76 in (451 mm) | — |
| Weight | 6.39 lb (2.9 kg) | 6.39 lb (2.9 kg) |
| General | ||
| Power Source | battery | battery |
| Sound Power Level | — | 104 dB(A) |
| Sound Pressure | — | 91 dB(A) |
| Vibration Level | — | 4.7 m/s² |