NEW Milwaukee Dual Battery Chainsaw - Is it as powerful as they claim?

[@tiagogomes2857]

I believe you should put it up against classes of petrol chainsaws, like 50 and 60cc to see what it matches

[@MachineryNation]

Great idea! Is there a particular brand you would like to see

[@stephengomme777]

​@@MachineryNationstihl

[@Reviveandrefurbish]

@@MachineryNation husqvarna

[@jaival_rhaine]

​@@MachineryNation do it.. we are waiting for it eagerly against stihl

[@rram9484]

Husqvarna 562xp, please!

[@goformore]

Please compare it to the big new ego. Interested also in running time.

[@MachineryNation]

Thanks for the comment. Hoping to bring several videos on this saw, including run times. We have the EGO CSX5000 so its our plan to put it up against this model 👍👍

[@reusefull]

Greenworks 82CS34 with at least a 5ah battery. The Ego CSX5000 has slightly more power than the Greenworks, but it overheats quickly.

[@zorrito74]

I would like to see how many quick cuts in hardwood are possible on high power setting. How fast do the forge batteries overheat and give in?

[@theunchartedtrucker1113]

Put it against best battery saws from dewalt, makita, husqvarna, and Stihl please.

[@MachineryNation]

Good idea thankyou. We might be able to compile a range of the most powerful and bring this to you later in the year 👍

[@John-cj3ve]

The above mentioned battery operated saws are cute. But the REAL powerhouses are the EGO CS2000 and the CSX5000 and the Greenworks 82CS34.

[@SandyMasquith]

While I'm sure the petrol saws will match or probably exceed the battery platform, IMO the battery platforms excel at several points: less maintenance, no fuel cans, lighter weight and (perhaps most important) quieter. In my experience, being able to hear what's around you while you're felling or processing trees is a critical safety element. To that end, I will take a battery saw every time. And with this new beast of a saw, I think Milwaukee is definitely aiming for my business.

[@MachineryNation]

Good Morning Sandy, thanks for your comments. We most certainly agree with all your points! Let us know if you pick one up at somepoint and how you get on with it 😊

[@John-cj3ve]

Lightweight? No. My CSX5007 with a 24" bar weighs around 24lbs.

[@Gordon_L]

.325 pitch , 1.3mm ( 050" ) gauge . How did it feel weight wise to a comparable 2 stroke with those two large batteries ?

[@MachineryNation]

Hi Gordon, it has a nice feel to it and prity well balanced. I think we will have to do some proper work with it so we can see the true usability. We will also put this up against some 2 stroke versions at somepoint so viewers can get a real comparison of the two. Thanks for watching.

[@georgedavall9449]

Crackin’ good video, James! All good comments and suggestions in here. These poorly designed ‘safety releases’ obviously conjured up by someone that does not use them! And Milwaukee CAN do better! I have an older corded angle grinder, with one of the best paddle switches of any grinder. My M18 Fuel grinder paddle switch not quite as good. Come on Milwaukee !!!! At the end of the day, whilst some of these saws can actually keep up or even beat a petrol powered saw, there is still no viable substitute for a proper gas saw! Taking extra batteries out in the woods, and in this case, many extra as it is dual battery design, is just impractical and inconvenient! Battery Tech will get there soon, but I don't think it is quite there yet? Close, very close, but not quite. 😊👍✌

[@topcat7365]

Great Video! How long does it take to recharge the battery?

[@elliotstoolsandprojects]

Saw looks a beast look forward to seeing future content with it.

[@jean-marcbriane7283]

Should we compare with the Ego CSX5000 and the Stihl MSA300?

[@MachineryNation]

Hi Jean, we will most certainly try and get both saws and compare them against the milwaukee

[@dellusionportland8867]

Bosch is coming out with their new Cordless Chainsaw from September, are you going to get it to put it up against this New Milwaukee when it releases? Great Video, much respect, sir

[@Lucas12v]

Looks like a good saw for the right application but i don't think I'll be replacing my 362 or 461 with one anytime soon. Certainly not my 661. I do have a milwaukee hatchet that I like though.

[@1000BASTE]

Against Makita 40V. There are two currently on the market (not top handle), one 18" and a newer one 16".

[@MachineryNation]

Morning, thats a great idea. we have never featured any 40v makita products on the channel. we shall see what we can do! Perhaps there could be a range comparison video later in the autumn and get all the big ones together!

[@r.oberst2390]

No match .. Milwaukee is really powerfull.

[@John-cj3ve]

YES! Put it up against the EGO CSX5000 and the CS2000!

[@tomcardale5596]

If that power rating is to be believed, that's drawing the best part of 120A out of each of the batteries. That's a lot. An 8Ah battery would last (in an ideal world) 4 minutes doing that :D

[@MachineryNation]

Hi Tom, i think a run time video might be in the making shortly 😉

[@tomcardale5596]

@@MachineryNation I assume (and you know what they say about that) that it's not running flat out the whole time. That would be silly.

[@adambatchelder4121]

Interesting what's the cost ? I'm guessing 4 of those batteries are 8 to 900 alone.

[@cameroncashatt692]

definitely improvements over the first one they made. i hate trying to get the tool out to adjust the saw. i usually just grab it off of my hand aw since its such a pain in the ass. also captives nuts are nice too

[@AaronKennedy-fr5lb]

Could you put it up against some of the stihl battery saws

[@MachineryNation]

Hey Aaron, thanks for your comment 😊 Is there a particular STIHL model you would be interested in seeing it against?

[@tgsgardenmaintenance4627]

Looks impressive. Can I ask, is there a noticeable difference between the heavy duty batteries and the forge batteries, and are they worth buying? I currently have two 8.o high output batteries which came with the brushcutter. I'd like a longer run time, but not at the cost of a small car!😂

[@dominikfratczak8710]

unless brushcutter feels underpowered with your 8Ah, no point of upgrading to forge, just regular 12Ah will do and it cost below £200

[@MachineryNation]

Morning, thanks for your comment. I must admit we havent tried the standard batteries in the saw yet, although we will be producing a video on forge vs STD to see what the real difference is. Watch this space. Thanks for watching 😊

[@Jultsu]

@@MachineryNation Torque Test Channel has found some weird behaviour with Forge batteries on some M18 tools, would also appreciate testing normal batteries to see if it would still stall out so easily on the other one of the settings

[@John-cj3ve]

​@@JultsuI think I saw that very same test.

[@ErikAsquith]

Ego CSX5007 and Dewalt DCCS677 with the 5AH 60V battery.

[@PT-mj3bk]

Thats just going right through. Very impresssive! Just a shame the batteries are so expensive :/

[@mr-toyota]

The 12.0 is $250 normally. Now in Q4 of Home Depot sales you can buy a 12.0 and get an 8.0 free as long as you select it before your cart. That brings the total out to about $270. You can stack that deal if you wish, and you can return the 8.0s to the store, bringing the total down dramatically. Just don’t return it online. In store you’ll have no problems. The cost would be $138.89 for the 12.0 and $110.58 for the 8.0. If you stacked this twice and returned you would receive $220 back and have two 12.0s for $277. Forge batteries not H.O.

[@tomintexas817]

The hatchet can probably use the 12" bar off the tophandle my m12 has the 10" polesaw bar and chain your welcome😅😂😢😊😮

[@philipdove1705]

Are the chains custom or does Oregon already have them for sale?

[@Thuy_Dailylife]

My new frend. I can say is great, thank you for connecting, always supporting you❤❤

[@MrDbone75]

Please can you help me want to know what grease for a petrol Strummer hend

[@MachineryNation]

Hi, several brands produce strimmer grease. We personally use STIHL's version the Superlub FS. The part number (07811201117) for an 80g tube if you are interested.

[@DavidAnthonyDickerson]

Do a 3 way challenge against the next best electric (cordless), then against it's claimed comparable petrol saw, cutting rings against the clock 😊😊

[@MachineryNation]

Like it! Speed testing! Would you like to see run times vs speed as well? Cheers

[@DavidAnthonyDickerson]

@@MachineryNation most definitely

[@stuart6973]

372XP vs Milwaukee would be a great battle.

[@MachineryNation]

Old classic vs the new! Love that idea Stuart. Josh has a fairly new 372XP so we might be able to sort something there. Watch this space 💪

[@Alan_J_T]

I have the AU modle top handle M18 and the safety switch is a fair bit longer than the ones on your perhass it is a UK safety switch thing

[@MachineryNation]

Hi Alan, thats interesting to know thanks

[@markboggs746]

Test it against the CSX5000.

[@MachineryNation]

Hi Mark, great idea, its on the list! It will be an interesting comparison. I think also to see which lasts the longest aswell

[@markboggs746]

@@MachineryNation Cool. Make sure both have chains which are sharp! I got the CSX5000 which is pretty good...

[@John-cj3ve]

​@@markboggs746I've got a 24" bar on my CSX5000. I left my CS2005 the way it came. 😁

[@Hectorrbazaldua]

How does this compares to a Stihl 271 gas chainsaw?

[@firstviktory]

Hiya,..please put the saw against the new ego chainsaw up. Greetings from Slovenia 🇸🇮

[@MachineryNation]

Thanks for watching. we have the new CSX5000 here so its one in the pipe line to film. thanks

[@firstviktory]

@@MachineryNation and they also like Milwaukee say it's the most powerful 😀...and maybe you also put the new Husqvarna with the clutch to the test.

[@shaun30-3-mg9zs]

Hi James, bit of a battery weapon, cutting that trunk no problem, yeh.... bring on the challengers compere to the other makes. Great review catch you soon, Take care

[@MachineryNation]

Thanks for watching Shaun 👍👍

[@user-cs1ne8gx9u]

Compared to the old original rear handle that's what I wanted to know. What do you think)

[@russellpetrie119]

alot of these companys like sthil etc need to review there locking systems makem more user friendly and comfortable to use

[@MachineryNation]

Hi Russell thats very true. I think they are governed very heavily by current health and safety laws. To be sold in the EU they must have a 3 stage trigger or safety assembly i believe. There has got be easier ways of designing such a system though

[@russellpetrie119]

@@MachineryNation just feel sometimes can contribute to accidents

[@Case844XL]

Can you test it versus a Stihl MS 261 and can you weigh it please with cutting equipment and two batteries? It should weigh 20 Pounds, but i don't know if it is with or without cutting equipment.(i only know it is without the batteries)

[@benjaminleslie3155]

Definitely ego scx5000

[@MachineryNation]

Hi Ben, its in the pipe line. We shall try and get this filmed asap. Cheers

[@stamp28]

You should put it up against a stihl 500i

[@MachineryNation]

Morning, now that would make an awesome video. We shall see what we can do!

[@stamp28]

@@MachineryNationif you need to borrow any saws, please let me know, I have quite the collection these days 😂

[@THEBEARDEDTOOLGUY]

Put it AGAINST the DEWALT XR FLEX VOLT TOP HANDLE

[@MachineryNation]

Interesting! Maybe Milwaukee might bring out another top handle saw at somepoint. Do you know what the dewalt is equivalent to in petrol power?

[@cjpirotelli8640]

Husqvarna t542ixp(14" top handle version with clutch) VS 14" Milwaukee top handle electric saw

[@MachineryNation]

good video we will try and bring you this later in the year

[@0808dsmith]

I have serious doubts that this saw is as powerful as a Husqvarna 372xp. It is a nice battery saw for the average homeowner though!

[@MachineryNation]

Funny you say that. Josh has a 372XP so we might well bring you a video racing the two!

[@Lucas12v]

Even if it can keep up, it won't be long until it overheats.

[@andiwatson3050]

Against other battery saws dewalt makita husqy sthil

[@MachineryNation]

Hi Andi we shall see what we can do! If we can get all the most powerful cordless saws together we will certainly make a video as there seems to be alot of interest in this. Cheers

[@JGsgarage_unboxings]

Don't forget echo. I have their battery saw and love it

[@llewmatthews4828]

It's about the same as a stihl 261cm I think. I saw you buried 17 inch through a knot. That's pretty impressive for battery. It's not realistic to expect it to compete with a 70cc petrol but I can see that its inevitable that this will happen eventually.

[@tobiasmartinalexanderlutz9967]

Pls test it against the Husky 540iXP or 542iXP

[@MachineryNation]

Hello Tobias, thanks for the message. that would be an interesting match up, we shall see what we can do

[@txvet7738]

I’m going to go a different direction and ask if y’all can test those new 8ah Forge batteries against the old 12ah HO batteries in the mower…lol! Is that gray colored piece in the front of the saw metal or plastic?

[@MachineryNation]

Thanks for the idea. We shall see what we can do for you. Certainly a video we will be making is forge vs STD to see the what the differences are. The grey bit on the front of the saw does appear to be plastic.

[@John-cj3ve]

Somebody else tested this saw; and said that plate was magnesium.

[@stuart6973]

372xp vs Milwaukee 🤜🏻🤛🏻

[@MachineryNation]

Hi Stuart, weve had alot of comments wanting the 372XP vs Milwaukee battle. Josh has one so we should be on to film this very shortly. Cheers

[@allgood6535]

That chain was very tight and when you tighten the nuts it gets even tighter

[@MachineryNation]

@@allgood6535 chain was perfect tension 👍🏼

[@allgood6535]

@@MachineryNation it was very tight before you tightened the casing so in my experience it would be bit to tight

[@MachineryNation]

@@allgood6535 tightening the nuts does not tension the chain. This is solely accomplished but the tension screw 👍🏼

[@allgood6535]

@@MachineryNation ok try it for yourself I’ve been in this industry for 20+ years tension the chain feel the tension then tighten the nuts and feel it it adds at least 20% more tension facts.

[@John-cj3ve]

Regarding allgood's statement: I know it doesn't make any mechanical sense; but that has been my experience as well. Tightening the side cover DOES increase the chain tension.

[@torquendirty2186]

Would love to see this up against Makita 40v chainsaw, and the Stihl 220 (which I've used extensively professionally and absolutely love)

[@richardphillips3303]

Beast 😊

[@MachineryNation]

Certainly is Richard. More content to come on this very soon

[@John-cj3ve]

Beast? Compared to what exactly?

[@alanmw86]

obv all of the brands, but def the electric stihl 300 and a 70cc stihl

[@MachineryNation]

Hi Alan, we shall see what we can do. Im sure the next videos we bring you all will throw up some interesting results!

[@tinkeringtaylor3053]

Give it ago next to a husqvarna 540i xp 👍

[@MachineryNation]

Hi Nev, i think we have a 540i xp here so we shall see what we can do. Thanks for watching 😊

[@dmc8981]

542ixp

[@edwinday7854]

Stihl msa300 vs the Milwaukee duo please 😎

[@MachineryNation]

En route 👍🏼

[@OUTILSCLIPSQC]

Ego 20" commercial

[@MachineryNation]

Got one lined up ready to go against the might Milwaukee 💪 Thanks for watching

[@kevinkendle9533]

Hi James try the saw up against the rival Makita many thanks

[@MachineryNation]

Hi Kevin, its certainly something we will look into for you. I believe Makita now have a 40V offering?

[@John-cj3ve]

I don't think the Makita rivals these newer saws. I'm not speaking from experience; it's just that I haven't seen any big splash of advertising or videos about some hotrod big Makita saw.

[@Tforest12]

how many cuts with one charg

[@MachineryNation]

Hi Tom, next video we will delve deeper into run times and power against petrol competitors

[@chriswhite394]

up against the sthil msa 300 my vote .

[@MachineryNation]

Hi Chris, its one of the saws on the list to try and aqcuire. It would certainly be interesting. Thanks again

[@Daltargames]

Man I love battery tools and the battery chainsaws are cool but that’s just one tools that will never be better than gas. Even if they do eventually become better id still choose an old husky

[@tomcardale5596]

is this Milwaukee finally admiting there might be voltages beyond 18?!

[@MachineryNation]

Intersting thought! Obviously the MX range is on a large 72V battery

[@Chicken-x6q6d]

Put it against that new EGO saw.

[@russellpetrie119]

put it up against the petrol equivalents from other brands

[@MachineryNation]

Hi Russell we will defiently be doing this. Any particular brand or model? thanks

[@russellpetrie119]

@@MachineryNation husquavarna the simaler petrol powerand sthil

[@aliveandkicking1977]

👍

[@npp909]

Put it against Ego.

[@MachineryNation]

Will do 👍🏼

[@nsatoday]

MS-261 and husky 550 MKII. For 60cc class go with the husky 562 MKII. For 70cc the Stihl 462 and Husky 572. The 500i though it’s still in the 70 class is 78cc so not really fair.

[@Ilnur_Astrakhan]

Вы от Senix не пробовали она ваще мощь CSX6-M1-EU SENIX.

[@dantheman9395]

Greenworks 60 volt

[@John-cj3ve]

...just don't include the Ryobi 20" in the comparison tests. That would be embarrassing for Ryobi.

[@stephenkelly7394]

echo 7310 be good one

[@bigfootcountrylawncareplus9663]

Where did your Ego vs Milwaukee chainsaw head to head go? You know the one where Ego took Milwaukee to the woodshed?

[@AnonbinArymouse]

Put it up against Echo 56V 18” bar and chain chainsaw.

[@MyHinterland-p5w]

Be great to see it against a stihl ms261

[@seanpeine9258]

Greenworks 80V with 5 amp battery

[@clarkpitts5393]

Will it cut a rick of wood without using a boat load of batteries?

[@walkerdavis-r4n]

compare to Stihl 400c for cut speed

[@TheBostonstapler]

Test it with 2x 5.0 batt. Everyone has those

[@RichardGeresGerbil]

You can remove that safety switch easy I removed mine it's just a piece of plastic floating between the frame the trigger pushes it back trust me.

[@Juris-Jerzy]

👍

[@deathruddlesdeathruddles5438]

Defo a 60cc husky and the battery husky.

[@MachineryNation]

Any particular husky petrol you would like to see against it?

[@deathruddlesdeathruddles5438]

@MachineryNation I'd love to see it against a 550xp mk2, because that's my saw. The new 60 might be a more interesting test tho...

[@kayastern-robinson24]

Sthil please

[@MachineryNation]

Thanks for commenting we shall certainly have this machine up against a STIHL product at somepoint for you guys

[@kayastern-robinson24]

@@MachineryNation thanks

[@Lazysun-ws8bd]

DeWalt 54v

[@MachineryNation]

It would be good if we can get a few of the newer larger battery offerings together and do a comparison video. thanks for the message

[@StanislavTPetkov]

Good day. Can you milling with this chainsaw?

[@MachineryNation]

I don’t see why not, small stuff stuff up to 20” 👍🏼

[@kademiller7185]

Against the Stihl msa 300

[@MachineryNation]

Thanks for your comment. We will certainly try and get a STIHL to do a speed and run time test against

[@reinamansilla1369]

Tienen entrega a Guatemala

[@MachineryNation]

Im sure there will be a milwaukee distributor in your area 👍 You might find it is easier to purchase from an American retail store when they come available

[@BENLINUZ]

Chainsaw mill it should make for a good video or a laugh at least

[@MachineryNation]

Hahah perhaps mill some of that smaller oak we have left to cut up. I cant say ive seen many people use a cordless chainsaw on a mill, but it could be a first. Thanks for watching!

[@John-cj3ve]

So much for 9.5Nm of torque.

[@John-cj3ve]

I think it's quite EVIDENT that Milwaukee DOES watch your videos. Otherwise you wouldn't have pulled your comparison video between this saw and the EGO CSX5000; where the Milwaukee came in a distant second place! They must have been quite upset with you.

[@TrentHafen]

Yeah no way 🤣 shits fawking hilarious…

[@John-cj3ve]

Oh yeah? Well my dad can beat up your dad!😂

[@edwardrook8146]

$800 for a saw you can run for 20 minutes before recharge. Nah

[@trishaleaver3581]

Milwaukee fan?

[@s.kxx1956]

Stihl would wipe the floor with this

[@MachineryNation]

More videos to come, speed tests, run times etc. i think it will make for some interesting viewing. Cheers

[@natekrabill7812]

What a keyboard warrior…we have 2 16” Milwaukee saws and the my absolute outperform a comparable size commercial stihl

[@philodox7599]

@natekrabill7812 Funny story…. No they don’t

[@BenDiscoe]

If you're talking about the Stihl MSA 300, that's only a 3 kW saw vs. 3.3/4.3 kW on this Milwaukee. So, no.

[@woofman4796]

Glue the safety button to the forward position with some jb weld epoxy, I am way beyond sick of those in government treating us like accident prone children