Chainsaw Review-Gas or Electric- Does Dewalt Stand a chance?

[@tobiasburen8340]

I'm working with the Husqvarna 36V System since this year and I love it. I'm a tree sergeon and landscaper and the Husqvarna Programm is perfect for me. Stihl has not enough power on the chainsaws and DeWalt is not everywhere to get in Germany. But I like the workshop tools from DeWalt, it's very good quality. Pellenc is a bit too expensive and only with backpack battery to get. Not even ideal to have a cable on a arborist saw in the treetop. I like your channel and the way you are doing your business. Best regards from Germany

[@DarkRaptor99]

I don't know if a battery saw is worth it yet for a guy that does a bunch of tree work, but for the landscape guy that takes out the occasional shrub or small tree it would probably make your life easier over a cheap gas chainsaw that will give you fits.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Yes- exactly- Well said!

[@o1mtbiker]

Exactly why I’m watching vids like these. I have my stihl 290 and stihl limb saw, but I don’t use them often anymore. So I’m looking for a more suitable household replacement.

[@gureno19]

i actually work for dewalt, and have always been a petrol head, until i went to a training session on the launch of the new 54v range...insane power!! still i dont think ill be running my lawn mower or weedwacker on all electric just yet...but its definitely the future and will outpace petrol eventually.

[@obfuscated3090]

I'm more than mechanically inclined, I've been a professional and hobby mechanic all my life and maintaining gas saws is easy for me. However my right rotator cuff is worn out so I could cut all day but pull starting hurts and hurt quickly! I just got the inexpensive DeWalt 20V saw and put it to work today. Dropped and limbed a 10" gum on one charge, and a key advantage is no prep other than bar oil and chain sharpening. Next buy will be either a 60V DeWalt or the 58V Echo but the little one will get the most use because unless you are cutting down telephone poles trees aren't perfect cylinders!

[@G19Jeeper]

I'm a Stihl guy and will always buy pro grade saws no matter how much I use them. That said, PPE is just as important with an electric saw as it is with a 90cc Pro saw. Wear Chaps!!

[@G19Jeeper]

Zach Henry said the guy telling me to worry about myself....

[@kyledean6659]

STAN I JUST ORDERED A DEWALT 20 VOLT....AS A ROOFER WHO MAYBE USED MY STIL 2X A MONTH. AND GOT TIRED OF RIPPING that cord 26xs to cut 2 3in. Limbs I think it will be perfect Thank you sir ...have a blessed and safe year

[@Dirtmonkey]

You too Kyle, thank you !

[@coleclifford1991]

i have the 18v ryobi chainsaw. a little underpower but battery last ages and awesome on small tree jobs. cut half a dozen trees 8ft and cut like a trooper. made $200 in 40 mins with it so im not complaining

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thats awesome!

[@ginacoppola6151]

I'm a stihl person forever, I have a 1986 stihl 046 magnum that still runs like a champ

[@oherroprease207]

This saw is perfect for a homeowner. I am one of those guys that uses a chainsaw just once a year during fall / spring cleanup. For it's niche this thing hits the nail on the head

[@BriansLawnMaintenance]

Great review buddy! Digging the DeWalt stuff!

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks Brian!😄

[@Ba-Lak-Ee]

I run both a 60v DeWalt chainsaw and a couple of different Stihl chainsaws. I like both. I'm a carpenter with all the DeWalt flexvolt tools anyway so I have 10 batteries. I've used this on the job a few times. It's a great tool to have. It pays for itself after a few uses. This chainsaw shines for the average homeowner, carpenter, and landscaper. It's nice to have around the farm! Little to no maintenance. The Stihl is what I use when I have a big project to get into... Which doesn't happen very often for me. I actually invested in their 60v weed eater too. It's nice for little projects around the farm that I can't get while mowing. Again.. no maintenance. If I need to get rammy with a bunch of weeds I whip out my gas weedeater... And it's not even because the DeWalt can't handle it. It's just a mental thing. Lol

[@rick-uo8gg]

You can get a stihl ms170 which is 30 cc and has a 16 inch bar for somewhere around 170-180 bucks

[@tgsgardenmaintenance4627]

As a gardener I don't use chainsaws that much, so don't really need a pro saw. That said, sometimes I need something with a bit of power. I opted for the Husqvarna 455 Rancher and though a bit heavy, it has proved to be an excellent choice for my needs!!

[@geraldmoore6257]

Most good battery saws output around 1200 watts under maximum loading. This is not much different than corded saws, but since battery saws are usually brushless, they are a bit more energy efficient. Saw batteries usually contain anywhere from around 150 to 300 watt hours of energy. It's on the specifications for your batteries. A half kilowatt will cut a fair size pickup truck load from 16 inch logs. If you want to cut firewood, have enough batteries to total more than 500 watt hours and have multiple chargers. Fill your wagon or truck, go home, unload, rest, eat, drink and while you are doing that recharge your batteries. This shouldn't take more than about an hour. Switching batteries isn’t a big deal like fueling up with gas, but it's nice not to have to switch. Batteries are the expensive part, so stick with a single platform. I happen to already have a rather large collection of Makita LXT batteries and chargers. The Makita oil reservoir is large enough it doesn't need topping off until about 500 watt hours of use. For those who aren’t familiar with batteries and electrical terms, voltage doesn’t measure power or capacity to do work or chain speed. Amp hours isn't work or total power either. To estimate how much wood you can cut you need volts, amps and time. You need watt-hours. Multiply the voltage of your saw by the amp hour rating. This is watt hours. Be careful, some companies use “max" or maximum voltage for marketing. Always use the actual running voltage which has to be a multiple of the 3.6V lithium cell. Here’s some data for comparison that I’ve acquired for those who are interested: Ryobi 40V (36V nom) 5Ah battery weighs 3.05 lbs (32) x (5) = 160 watt hours Briggs & Stratton (Victa) 82Vmax 72V nom 5.7 lbs (72) x (4) = 288 watt hours Husqvarna 36V (nom) 4.2 Ah battery weighs 3.21? lbs (36)x(4.2) = 151 watt hrs Greenworks 72V nom (80 max) 4 Ah battery weighs 5.5 lbs (72)x(4) = 288 watt hrs Greenworks 72V (80 max) 2 Ah battery weighs 2.8 lbs (72)x(2) = 144 watt hrs Milwaukee 18V (nom) 12Ah battery weighs 3.7 lbs. (18)x(12) = 216 watt hrs Makita takes two standard tool batteries of any amp hr rating. They all weigh nearly the same. Two (2) Makita 18V (nom) 6 Ah batteries weigh 2.7 lbs. (2)x(6)x(18) = 216 watt hrs. Makita also runs on 5, 4 and 3 Ah batteries with progressively lower run times with the same approximate weight. (2) x (5) x (18) = 180, (2) x (4) x (18) = 144, and (2) x (3) x (18) = 108 Echo 54V 2Ah weights 2.65 lbs (54) x (2) = 108 watt hrs Echo 54V 4Ah weights 4.1 lbs (54) x (4) = 232 watt hrs Dewalt 54V (nom, not max) 4Ah battery weighs 3.2 lbs (54)x(4) = 216 watt hrs Still with 36V 4.9 Ah battery weighs 3.8lbs (36)x(4.2) = 178 watt hrs Stihl with 36V 6.3 Ah (AP 300) weighs 3.8lbs (36)x(6.3) = 226 watt hrs Redback 120V [108?]3Ah battery weighs 4.0 lbs (108)x(3) = 324 watt hrs EGO 56V 5 Ah battery weighs 4.9 lbs (56) x (5) = 280 watt hrs McCulloch 36V (nom) (36) x (4) = 144 watt hrs Most of these saw brands appear as though they cut equally well during use. My Makita with a 16" bar and full chisel chain it seems to cut about the same as the best I've witnessed in videos. I take along tool batteries equivalent to about 500 watt hours and cut all that my RZR can safely handle in steep terrain. I cut 9" length, which requires twice the normal amount of cutting for the same amount of firewood. Let's say you're using a Greenworks 4Ah battery that contains 288 watt hours of energy and it draws 1200 watts while under full load. It can maintain full load draw [(60x288)/1200] = for 14.4 minutes. Of course one seldom maintains constant full load in the normal course of cutting wood, so the battery appears to last much much longer than that. Voltage has little to do with torque or chain speed. High voltage justs allow for smaller wires in the motor windings and connections, and marketing hype. For example, the 18V Milwaukee produces a "ton" of torque and chain speed. The downside is that the motor has to be really heavy & beefy in order to handle high amperes. Total saw weight is important to some. Light high energy density batteries combined with light motors (higher voltage) produces the lightest saws without sacrificing power output.

[@jackd1582]

You're the man Gerald!!

[@AdamMT1618]

You have to remember that the batteries do eventually die (few years or so) and the replacement cost for 6ah Dewalt 40v batteries is around 160 dollars off of eBay. Something to consider.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Good input Adam, thank you!

[@JimsEquipmentShed]

Years back I bought a Ryobi electric chain saw with a 1' bar, with the intention of using it to clear trails around the property. I wasn't expecting much, as it looked largely like a toy, but it turned out to be a really handy tool. Much lighter than the gas saw, so carrying it on the walking trails wasn't a huge deal, and the Li battery lasted much longer than expected. So yea, I'm for them.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Yes- It was a shock to me how good this saw really is.

[@nancydrew6010]

thank you for the review, I am 70 and a female and gas chains saws scare me, I have a lot of dealt tools and after watching this, I am going to buy one today! thanks again, You have liberated me!

[@mrhardway5278]

I'm a profesinal tree climber and i use a HUSQVARNA T536Li XP every day at work and its amazing, its the best saw ever, your hands will never get tired because there is almost no vibration, no noise, no pulling, the big battery last as long as a tank on my 540, no exhaust in your face, the torque of the electric saw makes it easier to free to the saw when you get it stuck, less maintenance and almost no stoppages.

[@Dirtmonkey]

I have heard some tree climbers really like the battery powered units

[@mrhardway5278]

the only down side is they dont like extreme cold.

[@JackieBay]

Got a DeWalt 40V. Great chainsaw for all the jobs i need to get done at my farm. I am a very small woman, 5'0", under 95 pounds. This Electric Chainsaw is a godsend to me. Love the "no-tool" feather when I need to clean the chainsaw and/or replace the chain. No more waiting for "Honey-Do". I do it myself.

[@FishFind3000]

One thing I think they need to add is bucking spikes.

[@williamjames7644]

I just picked up that same DeWalt saw, sold my Husqvarna 235 to buy it, I love it

[@Dirtmonkey]

Awesome William, thanks for viewing !

[@tlodland1]

Since my stroke, 8 years ago, DeWalt has come a LONG ways. I wanna one! I have a Stihl, gas powered. No problem. Merry Christmas, Stan!

[@Dirtmonkey]

Happy New Year Tom!

[@Mo-OhioTreeRemoval]

Valid points you bring to the table Stan. Love it. I wouldn't mind an electric chainsaw. When Milwaukee makes one.. I'm going to get it! And I'm jam packed in that platform. Your house is beautiful bro

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks!

[@jackd1582]

They do ...and it's a beast . Big amp power .

[@Oddman1980]

I have no doubt the DeWalt saw will work for a homeowner who has to clear up downed trees once in a while. The lack of needed maintenance is a definite plus... I have a weedeater that uses that same battery, and it's incredible.

[@wsmcmc3864]

I bought the same 40 volt saw and also the string trimmer. The saw was to replace a 34 year old Stihl 009 that I used for limbing and cutting up small stuff. My 28 year old 029 Farm Boss is still running and is used for felling and cutting the trunk of the tree. The reason I went for the battery powered saw was simple. When you are limbing the fallen tree you are repeatedly setting the saw down to remove trash from the area. So I knew I was going to like not having to restart a saw every 10 minutes. I was pretty sure this saw would be an improvement over the function of the 009 but the surprise to me was how close this DeWalt comes to replacing the Farm Boss also. There is no doubt that this new saw will be in my truck box for work also. Uncrating equipment that comes to the job just got simpler than using the slower battery reciprocating saw. My only complaint, of foresight, is that the saw did not come with a dummy battery that you could keep in the saw while hanging in the barn. Muddobbers, wasps and birds will find that cavity too convenient. No they don't make a case for the thing either...

[@Dirtmonkey]

Dang- Thats good info- Thank you!

[@chevyon37s]

A huge advantage electric has over gas is torque. Electric motors have instant and full torque available anywhere in the RPM range, so you won't always need to rev the hell out of it to get it to cut in some situations.... like when you pinch the chain.

[@hunttheline8099]

hey i started my own lawncare business this summer i have 7 lawns your videos are awesome and very helpful to get into lawn care and landscaping keep up the great work and happy holidays.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thank you and good luck in the new year!

[@DKTAz00]

Lol, that woo'ing sound, it was the bird ! :D @ 6:06

[@Jess16823]

I hate to be that guy, but please use the proper ppe when ever using something as dangerous as a chain saw. The safety culture in a business such as yours is very important keeping you employees safe is cheaper for you in the long run. BTW I love the cordless dewalt chain saw as a regular home user. Thanks a lot for your vids.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Great Point Jesse!

[@elliotmiller8525]

As far as this kind of content goes you're my favorite KZbinr. Good to see Jake knows how to do more than just run a skid steer. ;)

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks Elliot!

[@MahALOHAwaii92]

Have the Dewalt 60v 16 in and Dewalt 20v 12in saw, both saws kick ass . The sheer convenience of having the saw work instantly is unbeatable.

[@FishFind3000]

Thing is a gas saw can be used all day where with a battery you need to charge it. and when it's extremely cold or hot battery's stop working.

[@TheOneWhoMightBe]

Batteries heat up during use (resistance), so working in the cold isn't a problem unless you're chopping trees in the middle of winter in Montana. Never heard of batteries having a problem with ambient heat though. The solution to having to charge the battery is to have more than one. Chances are once you've bought multiple tools you've also got multiple batteries (and once you do, you can then buy skins to save money). I have two electric lawnmowers, and while I wouldn't use them for paid work, for regular household use they're great.

[@jessehagenbeck2624]

unless you run solar or some other alternative energy life style as most off grid people do ;)

[@FishFind3000]

Garrett Eglitis your point is?

[@garretteglitis2857]

the one guy said if your stranded with a chainsaw you can pull gas out of your car and still run it

[@FishFind3000]

Garrett Eglitis that will ruin it completely. 99% of chainsaws are 2 stroke and running straight gas will burn them up. You would have to try and mix in engine oil off the dip stick and limp along with that.

[@MosaicHomestead]

My favorite tool is a grinder, I bought a flexvolt grinder thinking I was throwing my money away and it blew me away cutting all the rebar I did with one battery, I was first impressed by a battery operated chainsaw when I bought a cheap Ryobi for a small job, I still have this Ryobi, but will be upgrading to the Dewalt flexvolt chainsaw, ill never go back to gas.

[@fernstoyreviews4703]

I have a snapper 60 volt chainsaw and i love that thing. It's perfect for my landscaping jobs.

[@kellyhay79]

I've got an el'cheap-o Yardworks plug in chain saw and love it. Big draw back is the extension cord but, for the $99 price tag I have no complaints what-so-ever. I use it at the lake for cutting firewood and no issues. I did have some logs from a huge popular given to me and they were about 24 inches thick. My bar is only 16 inches and i had to turn the logs to make it through but it cut them like a champ. Good video bud!!

[@Dirtmonkey]

Nice- Love to hear stories like that!

[@macnudd]

This is the first I became aware of Dewalt chainsaw. Just last week I thought they should come up with one. They should also come up with a smaller version to run off thde 19 volt systems. A small trim saw. The best use of an electric chainsaw is for indoor work.

[@Xaviar002]

Those dewalt flexvolt tools are nice but it'll never replace my chainsaws. Other tools though for sure. Ive always hated running corded circular and recipicating saws. Thanks for the tool review channel reccomendation

[@philipjohn4149]

The 60v dewalt 6 inch grinder with big flex battery is my favorite tool

[@toadbascom4978]

How is the 20v DeWalt chainsaw? Have you done a review yet?

[@pioneerAv]

When you mention a KZbin channel in your video you should put a link to their channel in the description.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Yes- I forgot to add that-good point.

[@tomc.6073]

Very nice video. Your video helped me in making the decision to buy a Dewalt chainsaw for bucking 1-2 cords a year at a leisurely pace. No gas, when the battery runs out, so have I. Cheers

[@boygirlandadad5814]

I got a kick out of the guy sawing up the cord wood using his back and forth sawing action.

[@tellmeitsnottaken]

Yeah. It pretty much made for a complete loss of credibility

[@FishFind3000]

Electric for small small stuff. Or people that don't understand what ethanol does to a carb or how to drain one. Otherwise I will do with gas all the way. My only choice will be Stihl and many husky cuz I've seen them do well but I'm partial to Stihl.

[@TheOneWhoMightBe]

Still and Husky: I'm the same when it comes to fueled tools.

[@owentimo]

I don't think Bernie supports the awful and harmful emissions from 2-stroke power tools...

[@ianosonitsch1470]

372 husqvarna is an amazing saw use in almost everyday

[@ThisTall]

There’s a fair bit of these Dewalt saw reviews neglecting to mention they all come with highly anti kick back safety chains designed to cut slower then normal. Some saw heads (Me) like there chains super sharp & rakers dangerously low all the time so the saw always cuts fast. Be nice to see a gas vs elec SxS review take advantage of the electric torque in exactly this way.

[@christinearmington]

The versatility of the DeWalt batteries is a plus, but I’m thinking that the self-sharpening Oregon may be best for me.

[@jackd1582]

Self sharpening, cuts slower than others ...in other reviews

[@nekminutee]

Im all for battery powered tools. Reason being is that I spend extended amounts of time camping in the bush with my diesel 4x4 and carrying gas around isn't feasible, however I have a 120w solar panel with a 12v>240v inverter (australia) which gives me unlimited power to my tools. No gas needed ever! I can spend months in the bush and never need to go for a fuel run.

[@Dirtmonkey]

That's awesome! Thanks for viewing

[@TheJuggie1986]

I'm sick of you KZbinrs pushing all this Dewalt(and Milwaukee) stuff. I understand you aren't getting paid and all but seriously how many more of these videos am I gonna watch?? .........otherwise I enjoy your content. And at least you do a tool review justice, unlike B&B

[@GregsMowing]

Peter Dreibelbies they must be getting something out of it. They didn't do much about dewalt. After the gie expo they start these reviews 🤔🤔

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

you don't have to watch any. they do put dewalt in the title.

[@GregsMowing]

kodiak wild it's a bit of a coincidence. He has talked about the Milwaukee spirit level loads of times

[@TheJuggie1986]

If I wanted to watch infomercials I wouldn't hit the skip button on the ads at the beginning of the videos

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

_greg::_ there's no coincidence, smart companies recognize the lawn care community is growing on youtube ( & probably other social media ), & that we are a demographic that spends money, so even if they don't gain millions in sales, they will still bring in some kind of revenue by giving youtubers product to review. & _pete::_ i understand, you're venting your frustration, but you know they're not going to stop.

[@shanezeller1994]

I have a ryobi 40 string trimmer, blower, and a pole saw, while i don't think I'd recommend them to use professionally they are great for around the house and have every bit the power of comparable gas models. the newer lithium ion batteries have come a long way, for a home owner I think they are great.

[@Dirtmonkey]

I have never tried out the Ryobi units.

[@rodneystewart8958]

How are you liking the Dewalt cordless chainsaw thinking about a new saw this or another stihl gas

[@Dirtmonkey]

I love it👍

[@gatsbylight4766]

What about the Milwaukee M18 chainsaw?

[@pgc2817]

AVE best tool reviews. And I use stihl, husk, I have used a shindowa or something like that I think a 448 cut a lot with that saw cleared 5 acres. Years ago had a wild thing my father in law still uses one and swears by it lol

[@Dirtmonkey]

Nice- Good info Thanks Pete

[@Adam-uo7lh]

I love your videos I hope you and your family have a merry Christmas 🎄

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks Adam! Happy Holidays!

[@hed420]

Hey, I've seen that tank before. What do you got in there?

[@justmowed]

Battery saws are nice. I don't use mine a lot so I run the expensive gas in a can from home depot. If I have a big job I use pre mix then drain and run the expensive gas back in it.

[@JimsEquipmentShed]

"Gas in a can"? They sell premixed gas? Huh, thats something I never noticed before. I have a 2 1/2 gallon can I use, as the jonsered mixing oils specify that volume per container. (Try finding a 2- 1/2 gallon container......) ;-)

[@justmowed]

JimsEquipmentShed yes it's not cheap but it's really good. I put it in everything at the end of the season. When premix I use Husqvarna pre mix all my equipment runs better with it

[@DarkRaptor99]

Yep because of the crap pump gas with ethanol we get now for occasional users especially on 2 cycle equipment the canned gas is needed needed. The only way you could get away from using canned gas is if you drained the carb and let it air dry with the bowl off. A few small engine guys have shown how to store gas powered ope for extended periods of time. I think using the canned gas is the simpler solution though.

[@Dirtmonkey]

👍 Good point!

[@Dirtmonkey]

I have seen pre-mixed gas before-never bought it though.

[@baileynott8090]

How long does the battery take to charge?

[@Dirtmonkey]

15-20 minutes or so?

[@Smoke3488]

I have a question that has nothing to do with this video. I have a old skid steer that we bought last summer and now Im thinking about buying a new cat skid steer and was wondering if I should upgrade to a newer skid steer or if I should buy a 2nd one in order to finish the snow removal jobs faster?

[@Dirtmonkey]

I need more info to answer that question the right way.

[@Smoke3488]

I'm 19 and own a waste removal snow removal and landscaping company. I have a crew of 6 people year round but we are expanding almost to fast past and we spend about 13 hours when it snow 2-6 inches of snow just for commercial. we also are buying a toolcat 5610 with a inverted snow blower for the next season so we can do residential site. It will clear a 2 car drive way in 1-2 minutes and then we can lower our prices to take more control of the residential market.

[@aaronbounds1336]

For small to maybe even medium jobs it seems as though one of the main advantages of the electric is that it saves time and as we all know, time is money.

[@robspencer5829]

That's impressive how long the battery lasted. What size battery were you using?

[@kobelcofan]

I always wondered what you thought of that old Daewoo. lol

[@Dirtmonkey]

That Daewoo is not that old-but its also not that good LOL

[@sofjanmustopoh7232]

Why do you make sawing motion with chainsaw . HA HA HA HA HA . not like the sawing motion going to help it cut any faster ?

[@40lostyears]

Merry Christmas Stanley good review can't wait for the one on the Kubota ex

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks John👍

[@sng2162]

If you were to sell trees you cut how much would you sell them for?

[@Dirtmonkey]

$150 per cord stacked and delivered.

[@tomjones4318]

The main gas component problem *ETHANOL* Imagine how much equipment ruined by the stuff.

[@leegenix]

The Dewalt electric chainsaw is good. Makita makes one also and has excellent cutting performance.

[@redneckeliot032]

Gas is better my first electric chainsaw broke by overloading. So I decided to buy a echo cs 400 gas power chainsaw and it like my new best friend. Never bogged easy to service cuts like a hot knife through butter or ice cream. When the chain is dull it cuts a little slower but still cuts phenomenal.

[@mattlane2282]

A saw with a dull blade is never going to bog down, it can't bite... now if you had a just sharpened chain with my the rakes cut down a hair and laid into it... and it did not bog THEN that's something to talk about.

[@trevortimmreck]

Its not hard to bog down a chainsaw with a dull blade, coming from an ms311 owner

[@jaradmccauley6374]

I cut down a few trees per week on my property and I use a Kobalt 80v 18in. It's light, low maintenance, the battery charges quickly, and it has enough power to cut thick osage. I used gas powered for years, and the difference in power isn't noticeable or really even relevant. I'm definitely a convert and I don't think I'll ever go back.

[@Dirtmonkey]

I am leaning that way more and more.

[@bubbaspropertymaintenance3689]

how long does the battery last after 12 times u charge it life get shorter more u charge it like a drill battery

[@Dirtmonkey]

I think they have 600 charges in them.

[@tomgorham2117]

Lithium Ion (Li-ion) batteries don't develop "Memory" like Nickle Cadmium (Ni-Cad) do, so they last much longer. They also store their charge much longer while not being used .

[@woodstoneconstruction3350]

always nice vids very interesting. merry Christmas dude

[@Dirtmonkey]

Merry Christmas!

[@aaronespenshade4890]

Merry Christmas Eve Eve!!!

[@aaronbounds1336]

Not dealing with toxic chemicals, that's a plus. Way quieter, that's a plus. Lighter, that's a plus. The cost of electricity to charge the battery is negligible. I mean, it can't be that much more than to charge a any other power tool battery. Electric motors are seriously efficient, mid-to-high 90s percent. For example, a full battery in my 2015 electric car will allow me to travel about 85 or 90 miles and it uses the energy equivalent of less than one gallon of gasoline; cost me $3 to "fill up" my car or about $15 per month in electricity, and since I have a full house on grid solar system that cost me less per month than my previous electricity bill it's a pretty slick system.

[@stephendinale3065]

2:15 It never bogged down because the chain was blunt.

[@Dirtmonkey]

?

[@drew4324]

Curious how it is changing chains on this thing. I have never used an electric chainsaw but I remember going to help a friend and not having my Trusty Stihl 271. We used his saw which was dreadful, chain kept popping off again and again and you had to take apart half the saw to put it back on. Is the Dewalt easy to change and has it held up for you/ have you found a decent use for it?

[@Dirtmonkey]

Once you learn the trick for each saw the chain is relatively easy to take on and off and tighten up.

[@ericblazick3471]

i ve used tons of chainsaws and the best one i used is the farm tough husqavarna.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Nice!

[@fortyfiveacp6939]

Love mine so far. Performance is great and mantainece is easy.

[@Dirtmonkey]

That's great, thanks for watching !

[@edgarsezerins7673]

I would like to get one devalt... it's not affordable for me now

[@yowmemperor]

With the integration of li-on type batteries, I would buy an electric for consumer or semi-pro use. Id keep one on hand if i were a commercial guy. The li-on batteries offer so much more potential and fewer problems than the old ni-cad units. I just want to know that I can buy chains for me saw 10-15 years from now and they wont become obsolete.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Good point!

[@tomgorham2117]

The DeWalt uses the same 16" Oregon bar and chain my Craftsman does, so I don't think there's a problem in that respect. I bought one after I got tired with the Craftsman starting problems, I'm an occasional chainsaw user and electric is just a much better option than having to worry about old gas or messing with gas/oil mixes. As the video showed, one of these 40V li-ion batteries can go a looong way, and I have 3 of them ! , I also bought the string trimmer and the Blower, so running out of battery power is unlikely. The batteries themselves can be expensive, but the tools including batteries cost about the same, so it makes sense to buy a different tool than just another battery... My Toro Weed eater started leaking oil/gas from somewhere, so I got the DeWalt, and the Blower was an upgrade from my corded leaf blower. Overall - less noise, no fumes, no gas/oil problems, easy starting and power to match gas powered equipment. For my needs it's all pro's and no Con's ! #TIACREW !

[@andrewk8636]

They should release a 60v variant. The also make a 120v battery miter saw that runs 2 60v batteries in parallel. If they put that in a chainsaw you can have some serious power.

[@bendigr]

what about the 60v? i have the 12 inch 20v now and i love it!! i dont know how much longer i'll use my Stihl 029s&021.

[@Leonmarine2008]

Awesome video, very prompt and to the point, I like it. Quick question for you though Stanley, Do you carry a portable gas tank (i.e 100 or 50 gal) on the back of one of your truck because of your heavy equipment(s)? I am planning on transitioning to more heavy equipment usage(Demolition & Excavating) and I wanted to know if that would be a good idea or if its practical. If it is ideal and practical, what should I watch out for and know?

[@Dirtmonkey]

I have 2 bulk tanks- One on a trailer and the other on a truck. Both carry around 100 gallons of diesel fuel

[@Leonmarine2008]

Anything I should watch out for when I carry those tanks?

[@johnbailey2034]

What did I like about your video it's got to be that BIRD love it ! Keep up the videos have a good Christmas.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks John!

[@hikeaphoto746]

I own the DeWalt 40V with a 7.5 amp battery. What about your DeWalt battery ? I use mine the first time worked great! I do have oil when laying flat on the ground, seems as my fuel chainsaws do the same. I am so far pleased until next month camping in the forest. Thanks! P/S do they sell a case for the chainsaw? I just went out to look at chain oil problem, no more until I chainsaw again...

[@garyblair3426]

Awesome aquarium! Nice saw too...

[@OffroadTrucker740]

i really like my stihl ms180 and ms362cm

[@MishaDaBear]

nice to see the battery units are performing well looks like my next saw may be battery, I have one light McCullough gas unit and an echo cs3000, gas units can be shelved for months as long as quality oil like echo is used.

[@Dirtmonkey]

True!

[@Nderak]

Nice video, but by 2 minutes I was getting tired of the words at the bottom. Your format is hard to read IMO. And my favorite KZbinr is Allie Knight. I use an Ego mower that I've had for a couple years to mow about 2 acres, and I love it. 10 years ago when I tried battery powered tools, i wasn't impressed, but now I am.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks for the feedback on the words. I will slow them down a bit.

[@dieselsmoke21]

Im a big Stihl fan and I honestly didnt think that the dewalt saw was cutting as fast as a regular gas saw would. Peraonally I dont see myself buying a battery operated saw. Maybe a home owner wouldm. That being said id rather have said homeowner pay me the money for the job.

[@Dirtmonkey]

👍

[@10OZDuster]

Gas or Cordless Electric Argument ? depends really, a commercial tree cutter in my area uses both, 90% of the time they prefer the cordless electric start work really early in the morning or even very late w/o bothering anyone then switch to gas if necessary or on a need basis only. Homeowners, demo work, handyman, gardeners will mostly be cordless so gas is only for pros that use them daily. for chainsaw below 24" its gonna be cordless anything larger gotta be GAS.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Good info- Thanks!

[@OffRoad-jh1do]

I use TRUFUEL for all of my 2 cycle tools and engines. The best premix out. I let tools sit for months and they will fire up on first pull. little more expensive then mixing yourself but in the end well worth the cost for me. Zero headaches no more bad gas or plugs.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Nice!

[@bajamike3803]

The husqvarnas are savage saws. I repair them at work and damn

[@abeisavol]

I have a Worxx 16in electric chainsaw that I bought on Amazon. It isnt cordless, but its great around the house for a junky tree clean up project I have going on. Ive probably cut 20 trees down with it and since its quiet, Im not bothering the neighbors. For $100, Ive got my $$ worth

[@10OZDuster]

below 24" cordless chainsaw is king. cordless gets better and cheaper every year that i've been following cordless tools. I would wonder how these things would be in another 5 years my prediction?? it will be amazing. I suspect they'll take over like they did last 5 years

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

the timber wolf is a little warrior, even with a 2ft bar on her.

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

the dewalt seems like it would be a nice climbing saw on certain jobs.

[@Dirtmonkey]

It sure is!

[@jamespee8636]

You should do a fleet over view

[@Dirtmonkey]

👍

[@michaelmcgregor1499]

careful draining the gas in residential chainsaws, some have gaskets that will dry out if drained and it will leak. use only premium grade gas and maybe a stabilizer if it will be stored for several months, I only use premium and have only had to replace spark plugs, chains, bars, and air filters on my units. using regular gas I had to device the carbs yearly. $0.30 a gallon difference is worth not having to tear apart your equipment. in a big company you might burn say 20 gal of gas in a chainsaw per year, that is a difference of $6. you can't even buy the gaskets to rebuild a carburetor for that, n7ch less down the hour or two to do it!

[@FishFind3000]

6:12 little photo bomb. Bottom left.

[@Dirtmonkey]

LOL yes!

[@V4zz33]

Am I right, that those saws don't have teeth on them at the base of the chain? Why is that? The reason for me asking is because as far as I was taught by professional users, you use the teeth and cut close to the base as much as you possibly can to remove strain from the chain, "guide" - the stuff that's in the middle of the loop of chain -, and from the fixings plus more control. Seeing the young lad cutting the tree up felt weird... Good stuff btw!;)

[@leevans9693]

Does the dewalt electric saw have variable speed on throttle? Or is it just one speed only? If anyone knows?please respond. Been pondering buying one of these.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Variable speed on throttle if I remember correctly

[@de_macho_nacho215]

I would recommend buying a basic gas chainsaw because it would cost way less and I feel the dewalt is over priced

[@leevans9693]

DE_MACHO_NACHO 21 I have 2 gas chainsaws. I'm also a dewalt fan. They make quality tools. So I was thinking of buying a electric saw, just for the fun of it. But I do agree, there overpriced

[@tomgorham2117]

Initially more expensive than a gas chainsaw, BUT - How much money are you going to spend on gas over time ?

[@precisionfilms3777]

Im looking for a good commercial grade chainsaw. I own a landscape buisness. What do i need to buy?

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

stihl, echo, husqvarna, to name a few. a 20 inch bar is a good versatile starter size. research brands, protective equipment, how to operate & upkeep. learn everything that can go wrong while using a saw, learn how to use it right, be careful, have fun & go make money.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Brian- Kodiak hit the nail on the head.

[@williamhill406]

brian king Dolmar/Makita 50ccPS5105/EA5000 respectively, but the best deal on a mid size pro saw is the Makita 6421 aka Dolmar 6400 you can have one shipped to your door for about $550.00 and if you compare spec's with comparable Stihls or Husqvarnas you will see that is a very good deal,and I own all three brands plus others so I am not just a fan boy ! And they have a great warranty 2 years even for commercial use Stihls is only 90 day's for commercial use! Whatever you decide buy your personal protection equipment the same day as your saw!!!! PS if you buy a Makita/ Dolmar forget that safety chain that comes with it (unless you have not had a lot of experience with chainsaws then use it for awhile) and buy a good Stihl RS chain. Happy New Year....

[@adamabusalah8990]

stihl is the best.