STIHL ms400c chainsaw - first impressions

Finally the ms 400c arrived in the nordic countries!
I'm so excited to try this saw but until I can make a full review here are my first thoughts.
IG @femalelumberjack I'll be posting frequent pics and videos with the saw.

[@KPlainfeather08]

My 20” Stihl 391 melts through logs kzbin.infoUgkxfQm1wmg0ItKDLavxj1nXtQY9HP7EF504 but I find myself grabbing this Oregon more because it’s quit and theirs no engine maintenance. You still need to maintain the chain and bar though. It cuts great even though it doesn’t have the power or weight of a gas saw, and the bucking spikes work really well, almost too well actually. I actually burnt up the motor on my first one using the bucking spikes. I pushed it too much through cottonwood, but I liked it enough to buy a second one. I make sure not to get the motor too hot now and it’s been running great. It’s still heavy enough with enough power to melt through most cuts too. When it stops cutting so well make sure there aren’t wood chips stuck in the chain and don’t let the chips clog the saw. Remember when you see sawdust instead of chips it’s time to sharpen the chain. I tried the self sharpening, I didn’t think it worked that well. I like that when you let go of the trigger the chain stops almost immediately. It’s tool less adjustment and bar removal is a snap. Like all saws they leak bar oil, so don’t store it full, and open the cap just a little to prevent pressure from ambient temperature changes. I store it on a piece of cardboard on a tote lid to contain any mess. Make sure you get some bar oil with the saw, it comes with just enough for you to start cutting but run out before you’re finished with whatever you’re cutting.

[@simonlenihan6362]

I've been using the 400 for 3 months now on a 18 inch bar and Square tooth chain it's an amazing saw. I was using a ms 462 but just wanted something a bit lighter for limbing.For anyone who is thinking about getting this saw, you won't be disappointed

[@Femalelumberjack]

That’s awesome! Thanks for sharing

[@billyshumate853]

Can't wait for the review. Looks like a nice saw . Love the outtakes. Take care and have a blessed week.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@jasonpitcher7158]

I like the concept of a magnesium piston, but the longevity has to be considered I would imagine. Be interested to see the lifespan of that saw.

[@garyellison3589]

Had a few days on a ms400 lately and i have slowly fallen in love with it, i find it well balanced , good throttle response, and a big step up from the 362 as it seems to have much more power, i am sure you will feel the same about it as i cant see anyone not liking that saw, i will wait for your verdict !!

[@thomaswilliamfirby180]

Magnesium piston will accelerate quicker as it is much lighter than the standard piston 😀

[@jamesnelson9482]

Love my 261 but looking for something with a bit more power. Not extremely impressed with the 362 and most of the time I don't need a 461 or the 462. The 400 might fit my needs.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Sounds like it

[@slipperyblueclay2521]

My wife will be so glad that you named your saw after her.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Lol

[@jimmybutler5994]

Excellent demonstration! Looking forward for the 400 to come to the USA. Keep up the great work! Be blessed my fellow Arborist.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@johnclarke6647]

I love my ms 360 which is about the same size. I have never seen a 400C at my local dealers. I do have a MS 241 CM but I am not a fan of the Memtronic system. I know how to tune my saws for various temperatures and I do not need a one size fits all system to tell me how to run my saws. I like the lesser weight because my ms 440, 460 and 660 are a tad heavy.

[@johnclarke6647]

@Judy 21 y.o - check my vidéó try the ms 360. It s my light 60cc saw.

[@darrellyea6470]

Enjoyed it. Look forward to the full review. Glad to see Stihl come out with another model in the 60cc class.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thanks. Glad you liked it

[@thebradleysoncatbirdhill6849]

Thank you for showing that! That is the first view I've had of it. I wonder if it will be as difficult to get in the US as the 500i was when it came out? Of course, this creates many problems. I tell myself I'm done purchasing chainsaws, and they come out with something that I think I would like to have, lol! 😱

[@Femalelumberjack]

I live by the “you can never have too many chainsaws” rule

[@thebradleysoncatbirdhill6849]

@@Femalelumberjack Oh boy! We would make a great pair. I think I'm upwards of about a hundred right now 😱😱😱 Of course, a number of them are vintage saws that have been restored and typically would never be used for production cutting but just for fun. Could be worse; would be a lot more expensive if I collected sports cars or boats! 🤣🤣🤣

[@Femalelumberjack]

And they would take up a lot more space too 😉

[@mvblitzyo]

we can't all be cool like female lumberjack but you do a great show of how too be cool .. great review

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thanks

[@kai-uwemader647]

Felixia and Heidi... A Nice and Powerfull Team!

[@Femalelumberjack]

Yeah 💪

[@bernddreisbach4537]

Ich freue mich schon auf deine weiteren Erfahrungen mit dieser säge! Toll gemacht!

[@Femalelumberjack]

Danke

[@briancupp6767]

Perfect set up

[@brettslawnandtreeservice]

I think the 400 is a great saw to serve as between the 362 and the 462. I noticed it revs up faster than those 2 saws as well.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Nice

[@ianrouse3396]

I have had a 400 since last may (in the UK). It’s good! Put a 24 inch Tsumara light weight bar on it and a West Coast Bark Box on it and it’s even better😁

[@Femalelumberjack]

Great! It’s always nice to hear from someone who’s been using it for some time

[@jameshelton2161]

I picked mine up today 12_30_21. I love it sofar.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Awesome

[@nvrdwn3140]

Sounds like the ultimate firewood saw. Should pull a 24 well but I'd run a 20 on it most of the time.

[@german_arborist]

I own a 362 c-m and I actually did my treecutting-license with my instructors 400c. I love my 362 but the pull and aggressiveness is remarkable on the 400c. I run a 20inch bar on my 362 as well but it runs way better on the 400c.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Awesome

[@glennmoore3764]

The 362. With the bark box exhaust is awesome.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Just borrowed a 362! I’m Excited to try that too

[@scotgarland7526]

Great job. I cut timber every day. I occasionally use a 362 to limb in smaller softwood timber. This might be a better option. Nice review

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thanks 😊 I just got a 362 so I’ll be comparing the two

[@scotgarland7526]

@@Femalelumberjack I've got a couple 362s. Good little saws but could stand more torque. I fell with a 500i amd a 661

[@Femalelumberjack]

Love the 500i

[@scotgarland7526]

@@Femalelumberjack I'm on my first one. Its cut a little over a million board feet with no issues and no trips to the shop. Pretty impressed. Got a couple more on order

[@scotgarland7526]

Keep up the good work. Nice to see ladies in the field

[@danielbaes1375]

Thanks for the review 💕💕

[@stephenrhodesianridgeback7418]

This could be the must have all around saw . Been in the market for a good higher power mid range . I better wait and see the test results 👍

[@Femalelumberjack]

I’m very excited about it too

[@anthonykeane154]

Your next door neighbours must love you revving up Chainsaws all the time, there probably hoping you'll go all battery saw soon. 🤣😂🤣😂😅😁

[@Femalelumberjack]

Hahaha we’ve got an agreement 😉

[@popswrench2]

not sure its worth money , but the airfilter does have a flock wrap prefilter available . will be watching for the finale :-)

[@loimt]

The best and nice lumberjack ever:)

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@nickpinder3047]

187 comments in two days!! People are loving the reviews - good work

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@phel21]

Is that a paper air-filter? I suspect those will have to be replaced frequently and that may be a significant cost over time. I much prefer the ever lasting old style air-filters that one would simply disassemble and clean from the inside out with compressed air.

[@TheFullyChargedGardener]

Great video - Look forward to the full review. Nice to see Timber in the video 🤣

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@canamrider7195]

Looks like this might make it to the USA in a year or two. By then my 60cc class 10yo saw should be about ready to be retired. Looking forward to your more in-depth review.

[@Femalelumberjack]

We’ve been waiting for it for a loooong time. It’s been out in uk for about a year now :)

[@hardwoodharry6364]

As Thomas says Magnus piston will make a huge difference

[@Lifeinthe906]

Thanks for the first impressions. I wonder how long before we can get them in the USA 🇺🇸

[@Femalelumberjack]

You’re welcome. I couldn’t say.. we were supposed to get it in September last year and it just arrived

[@johnlincicum6390]

I've been waiting for this!

[@Femalelumberjack]

There you have it

[@andreagerola7759]

unfortunately I have not yet had the opportunity to try it! Good as always congratulations

[@popswrench2]

more power than 362c is pertty good!! i repaired one and electronic carb it was a wild thing . 400 gotta be near freakish :)

[@Femalelumberjack]

Yeah it seems like a nice saw

[@tommallicoat7172]

That is a very nice saw

[@Femalelumberjack]

Yes it is

[@michaelbayerl1683]

Super cool video. I have an MS361 that was ported by Scott Kunz. It probably has about the same power as the MS400.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thanks 😊 How do you like the 361?

[@michaelbayerl1683]

@@Femalelumberjack LOVE it. It 's my main saw. I also run a 261 (for limbing) and 461 (falling or bucking bigger hardwoods), but the 361 seems to fit me the best in terms of lots of power and still decent weight. I wonder when/if the 400 will come to US

[@brucearney9536]

Love Timber! Nice saw! Pretty amazing yourself.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thanks

[@pmtips4482]

A magnesium piston at 14,000 RPM, I sure hope Stihl did their research on this for wear, tear, and longevity. I really like the concept!

[@Femalelumberjack]

I’m sure it’s been tested 😊

[@adelarsen9776]

I love my 460 and Tulip Bacon.

[@AH-vw6dm]

Definetely best chainsaw in its class 💪

[@Femalelumberjack]

Awesome to hear that

[@bryanlafleur2419]

Funny you refer to this saw in the feminine gender. Love your channel. I have two MS 261's and your video on maintaining them is Awesome. Brycat Firewood!

[@Femalelumberjack]

Glad you enjoy my videos. I guess it’s like boats 🤷‍♀️😊

[@briancupp6767]

Looking forward to the review I need a new saw

[@Femalelumberjack]

Awesome :)

[@Dirtyd-dd7xy]

Be nice to see what Randy from Mastermind Work Saws can do with that 400c. He’s in Tennessee, USA and a super guy. You’ll have to check out his channel as well. Enjoy the new saw.

[@Dirtyd-dd7xy]

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[@bryanlafleur2419]

I forgot to state I have one on order but it's taking a while to get it.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Hope you get it soon

[@bryanlafleur2419]

@@Femalelumberjack Me too!

[@jerrywilder9403]

Will be watching for your review don’t have that saw in our area yet

[@Femalelumberjack]

Awesome :)

[@stanleycope6525]

Oh you were showing us a saw I was just looking at you

[@jaymontgomery3330]

Looks like an upgrade of the MS 391.

[@joshdurrant9247]

Fantastic video female lumber jack! Love the way you say"delicious power" , can tell you can't wait to make Heidi into a dirty girl 😂! Can't wait to see your awesome review of the newest tool in your arsenal, put her through the paces! Keep up the great work 👍👍💪💪😎!

[@Femalelumberjack]

What can I say I truly love working with chainsaws 😆

[@rikkilee9409]

video is packed full of info. nice beautiful pretty . maybe a pink wrap around???

[@briancupp6767]

Nice saw

[@aarons3203]

Great video Felixia! Have you used any of the after market bark boxes for the Stihls?

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you. I haven’t.

[@TheWoodsmanMilling]

Hopefully these get to my area in the US.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Fingers crossed

[@CZ-kz7ug]

661 and a 201 is the perfect combo.

[@stefanodanieli8753]

hi Felixia: congratulations on the reviews: you are one of the few that provides data on the weight of the chainsaw (including bar / petrol / oil). From your reviews I was able to compare the real weight of the stihl with my chainsaw (Dolmar ps5105) and understand that between the Stihl 400 and the Dolmar there is a difference of about 700 grams Would it be possible to do a review with the stihl 462?)

[@thebarn-cat9093]

Have you ever climbed with the old school system?. Using a blake's hitch or a taunt line hitch?

[@Femalelumberjack]

Yes I had to do that the first two weeks before I could try mechanical devices

[@thebarn-cat9093]

I've been climbing for 2 years now. And all I have ever used is the old school system. I'm scared to try out, the mechanical devices. I weigh 220 Ibs. And I do line clearance tree trimming here in the states. I don't really have much knowledge when it comes to the zig zag and the whole get up.

[@Femalelumberjack]

If you’re happy with the old system then stay with it :)

[@redman715]

I would have to put a Bark Box on it by westcoastsaw

[@CZ-kz7ug]

That wood carving of a bird has a good view =)

[@stevenhall1097]

Looks like a fantastic chainsaw.

[@Femalelumberjack]

I think it will be

[@fergalhalpin8023]

Hi how r u hope u had a nice weekend what a nice looking saw id love one love the video thanks for review

[@Femalelumberjack]

You’re welcome

[@FINNISHLUMBERJACK]

Dette er en test- og gennemgangsvideo, der viser dig, hvordan den nye Stihl MS400 motorsav i aktion, jeg vil også fortælle dig mine første indtryk om det. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJCVdJ5mhqx7bqs #stihlMS400 #stihl #review #firstimpressions #coldweathertest #lumberjack #treeworker #forestry

[@aaronbaum2542]

Very nice video! Thank you

[@Femalelumberjack]

You’re welcome

[@michelepelloja8467]

Here in italy we haven't THIS,at yet... Last week I bought the MS391 😇

[@Femalelumberjack]

👌

[@ilikesaws4068]

391 is a brilliant saw. You wont be dissapointed👍

[@michelepelloja8467]

@@ilikesaws4068 in fact I'm very glad of my new "excalibur" 😎

[@ilikesaws4068]

@@michelepelloja8467 indeed it is. Have the old 390 and new 391. New one is heavier but with a lot more poke!

[@johnbrown8627]

hi from scotland it is very nice looking saw.a good video

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@andrewlawrance338]

Hi there can you please do another KZbin video clip on the MS 400 regards Andrew

[@Femalelumberjack]

Yes I will when I’ve used it more

[@lr22same47]

Very nice, thank you.

[@Femalelumberjack]

You’re welcome

[@georgecharokee4570]

Awesome First Impression Vlog there Beautiful and a Very Nice Saw. Stihl makes some Great Saws but Why Sooo many ⁉️They seems to be Quite close in their Power Ranges. Is this Saw Fuel Injected as the 500i⁉️ looking Forward for your Full Review in the Future. Hey to TIMBER 😁👍🏾👏🏾💯‼️‼️‼️

[@Femalelumberjack]

No the 500i is the only saw with fuel injection. I quite like that they make in between saws! Sometimes I think the step up to the next saw is too big

[@caseyruehl2115]

I just brought one today

[@Femalelumberjack]

Yay!!!!

[@caseyruehl2115]

I haven't tried it yet is a good saw

[@nateb8245]

Is there an ETA on US sales?

[@Femalelumberjack]

Sorry I have no insight into release dates in the states

[@harveygibbons1113]

I’m thinking about getting a chainsaw soon and I’m looking at the STIHL MS 241 C-M chainsaw. It is a small professional saw so if you could get your hands on one and try it and see what you think then that would be a massive help! Thanks

[@Femalelumberjack]

I’ve actually just recorded some of the material for a review of the 241 :)

[@harveygibbons1113]

@@Femalelumberjack :))))

[@murxermurxer2518]

Hi, what are you thinking about fuel consumption like 362 or much more? Timba is the best!

[@bhermon265]

Looks great 👍

[@Femalelumberjack]

Right

[@andrewlawrance338]

I’m looking forward to seeing you use that MS 400c and can you please give us a honest opinion about the way it runs and performance regards Andrew

[@Femalelumberjack]

My reviews are always honest

[@robschwartzenburg8933]

Will you do a comparison of Sthil versus husqvarna

[@Femalelumberjack]

Which saws were you thinking?

[@iamswoll]

Do you like the "light" bars by Stihl?? i want a 32" for my 462.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Yes very much

[@rodmcisaac3]

Do you find the Husky design with the outboard clutch and the more centred bar location to be superior to the Stihl design? Husky claims better rotational handling. I am looking at the 550 xpII vs 261. Thanks

[@Femalelumberjack]

I prefer the 261 over the 550xp

[@loggerjohn01]

Hello there, over here in Canada we are having trouble getting saws , my local dealer only has a few saws left to sell and doesn't know when they are getting any in. Just wondering if you name all your saws? LOL. That looks like a nice saw. Thanks for sharing and hope all is well

[@Femalelumberjack]

It’s a worldwide issue! STIHL was set back by COVID-19 and now every dealer is waiting for saws and parts. In our company we (of mostly my boss) name all the chainsaws. German names for the STIHL saws and Swedish for Husqvarna saws :)

[@loggerjohn01]

@@Femalelumberjack I have names for my saws but only when they don't run good, and since this is a family show I can't tell them on here,

[@berndgeinspunkteins3833]

As I heared "This is Heidi" it made me smile - cause my saws have names too... It started by a joke of a friend who called my first saw, a Stihl 036, Ann Kathrin. Now all my saws have gotten names: Dolmar AS1925z called Miss Ohashi Biles MS 201T called Miss Sofie MS 241 called Miss Elsa MS 036 called Ann Kathrin MS 044 called Ava Gaga Max MS 461 called Viviane Eleonore MS 462 called Chloe Bruce MS 661 called Zoe Belle Maybe that's a little bit crazy, but I don't care 😆🤪😂

[@Luke-en1jj]

Could we have a review on your new harness maybe?

[@Femalelumberjack]

Of course!

[@troymeredith9528]

So it replaces MS380 or the old 038 magnum .correct.?

[@aaronthomas4683]

I was wondering. I want to start a little firewood business and am looking for a saw. I was thinking about the 261 but I think it would be too small to fell and cut up all of the trees. So I was thinking either the 362 or the 400. What would you recommend?

[@Femalelumberjack]

It depends on the size of the trees. You could easily cut 24” trees with a 261

[@jonatasarantes9080]

Essa maquina vai vim pro Brasil?

[@allenhenry1113]

What the biggest bar and chain can you run on that saw? I think you said 24in bar?

[@jgbelmont]

Its like a heavy 362. I will hold on to my 460 rather than pay what they want for a 500i. A 460 in good shape practically does my taxes. Wait are these just running the TS400 KPL cylinders?

[@stevessaws3612]

Hurry up on the review vs 362!

[@Femalelumberjack]

Yes sir

[@Psy6o]

Is it a pro saw also is it fuel injection

[@Femalelumberjack]

Pro yes, fuel injection no

[@Psy6o]

@@Femalelumberjack thanks looks like a perfect saw just the right size to handle big wood but not so heavy that you feel like you've been pulling a anchor around all day

[@warped2875]

I assume that this saw is a non-M-Tronic since there is no M in the model number??? As in MS400 C, and not MS400 C-M?? Didn't get a look at the air filter cover on its left side in the video.

[@Femalelumberjack]

It’s an ms 400 c-m

[@petecrabtree6734]

Sweet a new saw 😁👍

[@Zbyna-ct7tj]

nice video, very good saw, Simba is cool, you are nice and happy girl. Stay healthy and happy forever ;-) Hi from Czech rep.

[@moore4615]

I want one!

[@Femalelumberjack]

Understandable

[@TimberTrainer]

I wonder how this saw compares to the Husky 560?

[@Femalelumberjack]

I’m not strong in husky saws

[@TimberTrainer]

@@Femalelumberjack The 560 is a 60cc saw with good power to weight. It's been around for a few years, and is a proven performer in the 60cc range. We actually never got them in the USA, but instead have the Jonsered version 2260. The 400c looks nice. I wasn't a fan of the 362, and would rather run the 261.

[@garybenedict3394]

Hey girl when will this be available in the USA?

[@Femalelumberjack]

I have no idea, sorry

[@logdog8920]

Would that 400 be of the same engineering as the 500 is?

[@Femalelumberjack]

No the 500i is the only chainsaw with fuel injection

[@pauljackson3847]

Wonder what the retail is on that one?

[@Femalelumberjack]

The prices are very different in the different countries

[@andrewscott2866]

I think I read around 1200 US

[@blleidblleid7280]

Woow 😲 😍😍😍😍😍Like 🙋🏻‍♀️ 😍 😍 🤗 🤗 🤗 🤗 😘

[@justinmorris3588]

Hope you get to use it more

[@Femalelumberjack]

I already have :)

[@justinmorris3588]

@@Femalelumberjack You seemed upset about only using it twice in the video 😭

[@Femalelumberjack]

Yup especially because we got it and the it was just sitting there for 3 days before we finally had a tree to cut down 😆

[@justinmorris3588]

@@Femalelumberjack Your passionate about what you do. I know the feeling. I love cutting trees 🌲

[@kobusklaassen8943]

Timber seems to be enjoying the outdoors, and causing a racket inside....

[@Femalelumberjack]

She loves being outdoors 🥰

[@masterl4576]

Where can i buy the jacket and my favorite saw is the 500i because it works like schmidt's cat. xD

[@Femalelumberjack]

I know you can get it in the Nordic countries and in Germany but unfortunately I don’t know if they have it in other countries as well

[@masterl4576]

i come from germany, do you have a specific name for the jacket😁

[@Femalelumberjack]

Search for Timbersports hoodie or timbersports zipper hoodie

[@guntherpetutschnig2705]

Hello its à great saw good performanced