MS462 is available in PNW

[Rustykfd]

Just got a call from my dealer. They can order them now.

 

[vharrison]

Are you going to get one?

 

[Rustykfd]

I ordered 2 for my Fire Department. I think they'll be excellent for that purpose(vs. the 461)

I'll take the opportunity to cut some wood while I'm breaking them in.

I'll base my purchase personally on how they perform.

 

[Merle Nelson]

Sounds good.

 

[vharrison]

Let us know what you think of the performance!

 

[Benjo75]

I talked to the Stihl rep here about a week ago. He has ran them personally side by side with the 461. He says they're just as powerful and lighter. I don't know how much exactly but a pound would make a nice difference.

 

[SkwerI]

I have a MS440 as well as a MS461. The MS462 is the same size and weight as the MS440 with comparable power to the MS461. It actually feels more like a ported saw with the instant throttle response.

 

[stig]

Brian, the 462 is 0,7 grammes leighter than the 440 was/is.

That is way over a pound.

 

[sawinredneck]

But according to our new modder, the 462 is junk.

 

[squisher]

Brian, the 462 is 0,7 grammes leighter than the 440 was/is.

That is way over a pound.

What kind of weights and measure are you using here. Do you mean .7kg lighter?

 

[treebilly]

Still loving mine. I did have to replace one of those stupid quarter turn lockers on the cover already though. Actually broke it the first day. No big deal. My 20” ultra lite bar is starting to get a burr on the tip which is disappointing. I could’ve pinched it a time or two though. I’ve put about five gallons of fuel through it and the air filter is still pure white. Very little dust coming out. Pulls the 28” bar and chain like a 660 does. I’m probably gonna be calling MM to see what gains he’s gotten out of them and price out another one pretty soon.

 

[stig]

What kind of weights and measure are you using here. Do you mean .7kg lighter?

Ooooops!
Of course I do.