Husqvarna 542iXP Battery Powered Chainsaw
Introducing the world’s first battery chainsaw with a clutch: the Husqvarna 542i XP. Stay in the cut longer thanks to the added torque and exceptional cutting performance. Designed for arborists and tree climbers, these saws feel like gas, perform like gas, but give you all the benefits of battery.
- Includes bar with .325" Mini Pitch .043" Gauge saw chain
- DOES NOT INCLUDE: Battery or Battery Charger
- Upgrade to get (1) 40-C500X Battery Charger and (1) 40-B330X Battery!
Details
Restart with a head start
Stay in the cut longer with the convenient restart function. When the chainsaw comes to a stop while cutting in a tree or log, you can restart without having to release your fingers from the trigger or change the position of your hands – for a smoother, more efficient workday.
Centrifugal clutch
Delivers kick-start energy and increased efficiency
Rim sprocket
A flexible and durable solution that simplifies changing to other equipment.
Improved clutch cover
Optimized sawdust removal for less clogging and fewer interruptions.
High chain speed
Fast cuts and less risk of splinting wood for better, more efficient results.
Adjustable oil pump
Adjusts the amount of oil used according to each task for optimized performance.
Digital oil sensor
Gives you a heads up to fill up chain oil when needed, reducing chain wear.
Battery status display
The panel clearly displays the current battery status at all times.
IPX4 – all-weather proof
Designed to withstand rain, snow, heat and cold for reliable operation in all weather conditions.
SOUND AND NOISE
Sound power level, guaranteed (LWA): 104 dB(A)
Sound power level, measured: 102 dB(A)
Sound pressure level at operators ear: 91 dB(A)
EQUIPMENT
Chain speed at max power: 79 fts / 24 m/s
Recommended bar length, max: 16 in / 40 cm
Recommended bar length, min: 12 in / 30 cm
Chain type: SP21G
BATTERY
Battery type: Li-Ion
Battery voltage: 36 V
DIMENSIONS
Weight (excl. battery and cutting equipment): 7.28 lbs / 3.3 kg
Product size height: 9.3 in
Product size width: 8.1 in
ENGINE
Motor type: BLDC (brushless)
Power/fuel type: Battery
LUBRICANT
Oil tank volume: 0.42 US pint / 0.2 l
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Not Necessarily Perfect, But Probably The Best
I agonized over buying this saw. I'm a Stihl guy for my gas saws. And due to the price of entry (and existing batteries), I was trying to make due with the M18 fuel battery saw. That one would have worked, but there was a recall on the chain break and I needed a climbing saw while waiting for the repair. I was already impressed with how well the Milwaukee cut, but the Husky is noticeably a bit hungrier. I don't have any concerns about having the oomph to power through those cuts that need to made quickly. A few cons: 1. I'm not in love with the lanyard hook set-up. It's too small to reliably hit my Shembiner without looking and it's not situated in a way that allows it to be done by feel. 2. There's a split second delay between pulling the trigger and chain actuation. People seem content to live with this, and although it bugs me less over time, it's still not ideal.
Good saw
This is a good saw for limbing branches and bucking small diameter sections of log. For getting firewood it works great in conjunction with another saw for bucking larger stuff.
Ground saw dream
I now own two of these for my business. We have one with each crew. They are the best all around ground saw I have ever used for bucking and preparing for the chipper or a grapple. The fact that you don’t have to worry about the start up process if you left it in the sun is amazing. It has made are crews much more efficient. Only downside is side is the batteries in the extreme cold. They need to be warm to charge/use so just don’t leave the batteries in the truck over night in the winter.