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Nov 13, 2024 11:41 PM

20" Husqvarna 450 Rancher 50.2-cc 2-Cycle X-Torq Gas Chainsaw

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Amazon has 20" Husqvarna 450 Rancher 50.2-cc 2-Cycle X-Torq Gas Chainsaw (970613120) on sale for $383.99. Shipping is free.

Alternatively, Tractor Supply Co. has 20" Husqvarna 450 Rancher 50.2-cc 2-Cycle X-Torq Gas Chainsaw (970515620) on sale for $383.99. Select store pickup where available.

Thanks to Community Members wildbird12 and NathanN4958 for sharing this deal.

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  • Husqvarna 450 Rancher gas chainsaw 20 inch combines exceptional ergonomic features for easier handling and mobility with the superior power of a gas chainsaw—recommended for use with bar lengths between 13 inches (min) and 20 inches (max)
  • Effortless Start-Up: Smart Start allows this Husqvarna chainsaw to quickly and easily start up with minimal effort, while the inertia-activated chain brake reduces the likelihood of injury due to kickback
  • Powerful and Efficient Engine: Gas powered chainsaw delivers superior performance with a powerful and efficient 50.2-cc, 3.2-HP X-Torq engine
  • Air Injection Technology: Equipped with a centrifugal air cleaning system that expels larger dust and debris particles before they reach the air filter for improved engine life
  • Easy Handling and Ergonomic Design: This 20 inch chainsaw features a soft inlay, ergonomic trigger and asymmetrical handle for increased comfort, plus LowVib technology for easier handling of recommended 13 to 20-inch chainsaw bars
  • Smart Start Technology specially-designed engine and starter for easy and fast starting with minimum effort
  • LowVib Technology dampeners between the engine and chassis significantly reduce vibrations so you can work more comfortably

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Amazon has 20" Husqvarna 450 Rancher 50.2-cc 2-Cycle X-Torq Gas Chainsaw (970613120) on sale for $383.99. Shipping is free.

Alternatively, Tractor Supply Co. has 20" Husqvarna 450 Rancher 50.2-cc 2-Cycle X-Torq Gas Chainsaw (970515620) on sale for $383.99. Select store pickup where available.

Thanks to Community Members wildbird12 and NathanN4958 for sharing this deal.

About this Item:
  • Husqvarna 450 Rancher gas chainsaw 20 inch combines exceptional ergonomic features for easier handling and mobility with the superior power of a gas chainsaw—recommended for use with bar lengths between 13 inches (min) and 20 inches (max)
  • Effortless Start-Up: Smart Start allows this Husqvarna chainsaw to quickly and easily start up with minimal effort, while the inertia-activated chain brake reduces the likelihood of injury due to kickback
  • Powerful and Efficient Engine: Gas powered chainsaw delivers superior performance with a powerful and efficient 50.2-cc, 3.2-HP X-Torq engine
  • Air Injection Technology: Equipped with a centrifugal air cleaning system that expels larger dust and debris particles before they reach the air filter for improved engine life
  • Easy Handling and Ergonomic Design: This 20 inch chainsaw features a soft inlay, ergonomic trigger and asymmetrical handle for increased comfort, plus LowVib technology for easier handling of recommended 13 to 20-inch chainsaw bars
  • Smart Start Technology specially-designed engine and starter for easy and fast starting with minimum effort
  • LowVib Technology dampeners between the engine and chassis significantly reduce vibrations so you can work more comfortably

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Written by Corwin | Staff
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    • Please see the original post for additional details and/or view the Wiki and forum comments for further helpful discussion if available.
  • About this Store:

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Nov 13, 2024 11:49 PM
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NathanN4958Nov 13, 2024 11:49 PM
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Good deal. Same price at Tractor Supply as well
Nov 14, 2024 12:34 AM
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jamesjamersonNov 14, 2024 1:56 AM
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Quote from skyvet View quoted comment :
Junk. Get a Stihl
At same price point?
Nov 14, 2024 2:23 AM
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SensibleGiraffe645Nov 14, 2024 2:23 AM
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Quote from skyvet View quoted comment :
Junk. Get a Stihl
This is an unqualified comment. Stihl and Husqvarna both make comparable saws but both make several levels of saw. This particularl saw will not compare to a Stihl ms362cm favorably and it shouldn't. Something like a Stihl ms362cm would compare to a Husqvarna 562xp. This Rancher saw is would compare more equivalently to a Stihl ms271.
I'd probably take a pro-level Stihl over a Husqvarna but in this range, I'd rather have this Husqvarna to a ms271.
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androsskingNov 14, 2024 7:02 AM
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Farm boss
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Nov 14, 2024 10:59 AM
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FHRITPNov 14, 2024 10:59 AM
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They must be having a hard time moving this saw. Been on sale a lot lately.
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Nov 14, 2024 11:59 AM
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TrollPatrolNov 14, 2024 11:59 AM
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Just a warning - Husqvarna doesn't even answer their phones anymore. Offshore chat only for help.
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Nov 14, 2024 12:01 PM
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Aedin123Nov 14, 2024 12:01 PM
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Out of all my saws, the 450r is the hardest starter vs my echos and stihls. I maintain them all well. That said the performance is good if a bit on the heavy side. Maybe I am just getting old, but my arms get pretty tired using the 450 for a full tree division. Anyway good price for a good performer.
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TealIdea227Nov 14, 2024 1:59 PM
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Quote from FHRITP View quoted comment :
They must be having a hard time moving this saw. Been on sale a lot lately.
For $5 less at regular price, I'd buy an Echo CS-490, except I already did in 2015.
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BrentDNov 14, 2024 2:07 PM
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Quote from FHRITP View quoted comment :
They must be having a hard time moving this saw. Been on sale a lot lately.
My personal take is they probably over-ordered due to demand from Hurricane Helene in an effort to rush more stock to their warehouses. Now they're marking down what's left to get back to normal stock levels. I live on the GA/SC border along the path of Helene, and every Lowe's store in our area got at least a couple hundred each of the 450 and the 435 (and still 50-130 qty of the Rancher at any given Lowe's near me), and a ton of Craftsman low end saws as well. Same goes for Home Depot and the Echo 3510 and 4010, though I haven't seen those go on sale yet. Still a lot of stock in my area, though.
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duanealanNov 14, 2024 6:08 PM
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Too bad Governor Gruesome won't let me buy one in CA!!
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Nov 14, 2024 7:36 PM
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Blue_OakNov 14, 2024 7:36 PM
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Have owned a Husqvarna Rancher 455 with 20" bar for ten years. Paid $430, including a nice case, but from a local brick and mortar store to assure good service.

Haven't needed service. I do all the routine service. The saw has been a tank. Fairly heavy seasonal use at our off grid acreage cutting down trees and doing firewood… and occasional use at home. Never fails me.

One big improvement though - I use more aggressive professional chains and they work beautifully. Homeowner and Mid-grade saws tend to come with safety feature laden chains for less experienced users.

Chain saws tend to come in three categories - cheaper occasional use homeowner, mid-duty like the Husqvarna Rancher and Stihl Farm Boss (both well-named), and professional grade. Most homeowners are not willing to pay the big price premium for the pro grade saws.

As to Husqvarna or Stihl, what you have for local parts and service support might make the difference. I've asked professional tree guys and you'll find advocates on both sides. I'm not against Stihl - my weedwacker and blower are Stihl. One thing about Stihl - they're hyper-protective of their local dealers and attempt to keep their parts off online stores.
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cdaburnerbNov 14, 2024 11:22 PM
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Quote from TealIdea227 View quoted comment :
For $5 less at regular price, I'd buy an Echo CS-490, except I already did in 2015.
I own a sawmill, and use my Echo saw a lot. I absolutely love it. Only problem I've had is the pull cord ripped after 3 years of very heavy use. Still original spark plug, and filters. Probably time to change them!

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dstppyNov 15, 2024 4:56 AM
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The real question of durability is . . . Will it survive PRIME shipment that gets held off until they're sure it's going to rain then they leave it in a puddle?

It used to upset me, but I figured out it's a FEATURE of membership ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
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