Pros and Cons of Electric Chainsaws

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Electric chainsaws are prefect for those that have the occasional small chainsaw job.  Here are some of the PROs and CONs to consider when thinking about purchasing electric chainsaw.

PROS:

  • Electric chainsaws are lighter
  • Electric chainsaw are less expensive than gas chainsaws
  • Electric chainsaws are easier to maintain
  • Electric chainsaws are perfect for small jobs

CONS:

  • The cord
  • Reduced Power versus gas powered chainsaw
  • Electric chainsaws aren’t ideal for large projects

STIHL 038AV SUPER ELECTRIC QUICKSTOP GAS CHAINSAW
US $117.50 (9 Bids)
End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 13:03:56 PDT
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Poulan Pro 400E 18-Inch 4 HP Electric Chain Saw
US $50.01 (31 Bids)
End Date: Sunday May-20-2012 21:20:42 PDT
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RYOBI 10IN ELECTRIC CORDLESS CHAIN SAW KIT P542
US $56.00 (9 Bids)
End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 15:00:53 PDT
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Homelite UT43103 14" Electric Chainsaw,9 amp and Homelite UT43160-A Pole Saw
US $68.00 (16 Bids)
End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 17:15:00 PDT
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milwaukee cat no 6215 electric 16in chain saw 1800fpm 406mm 120 volt NIB
US $133.50 (3 Bids)
End Date: Monday May-21-2012 15:36:04 PDT
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