Video: Chainsaw Selection 101

There's more to chainsaw selection than just heading to the hardware aisle and grabbing a box. Follow these steps to get the right saw for your farm needs.

So you’re in the market for a chainsaw. We’re arguably living in the golden era of motorized sawing options. It’s great to have a wide selection of saws to choose between, but the array of chainsaw choices can be overwhelming to somebody looking to make their first (or first in a while) purchase.

There are a few factors to consider when buying a chainsaw, including:

  • What size chainsaw your farm needs call for
  • What kind of power you need
  • Where you make your chainsaw purchase

Read more: Good woodlot management can equal profit for the savvy landowner.


In this video, we look at these questions and provide answers for a few different scenarios.

Chainsaw selection is the first step on the journey to becoming a proud and empowered equipment owner. With a bit of forethought and planning, you’ll be ready to cut down trees, break apart fallen lumber and produce your own firewood plugs for years to come.

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