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Stihl 461

Discussion in 'Chainsaws and Power Equipment' started by Dakota Hoarder, Jan 29, 2017.

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  1. mike bayerl

    mike bayerl

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    I have owned and run an MS260 (sold and regret) and MS261. I liked the MS260 a little better just because it had the standard carb. My MS261 also sometimes vapor-locks when it is very hot and humid, but apparently this very rare with these saws, so take that with a grain of salt. The HD air filter on the MS261 is much nicer. So I guess I'm saying that there is no clear winner. Both are very similar in performance.
     
    mike bayerl, Feb 7, 2017
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  2. concretegrazer

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    I see your old one is up for sale.

    I like it. Haven't seen the lightweight version here yet. There's no power difference from what I've heard between the oe & lw.

    026 vs 261? I'll take the 261. The power difference is definitely noticable.
     
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