Husqvarna 460 (20") 60cc Rancher Chainsaw

This is the saw I should have bought three years ago. Instead, I bought an 18 inch. "occasional use" saw. After hours of frustration, I ordered the 460 Rancher. What a difference. I can burn up a couple of tanks of gas and still have a sharp chain. I am very pleased with this tool.

A great tool for cutting trees. Much better than my previous "light use" chainsaw. I can cut much longer before the saw goes dull.

Great saw for the money but having alot of issues with the chain oiler.

I am not one for believing in reviews because you don't know who is writing them.
I am a real person who bought the 460 and believe me when I tell you its a great saw.
I had a 40 inch log I had to get through.
I decided to see what the saw had. (mind you it has a 20 inch blade). Let me just say wow.
It went through no problem. I didn't force the saw.
I didn't have to, it just tore right into it. down one side then the next over and over again with ease.
I am extremely happy with my purchase. I went on to cut for several days after that and it had no problem chewing up anything I threw at it.
I am very pleased from the purchase from chain saws direct to the saw itself.

Thank you sincerely,

Dave

I am not one for believing in reviews because you don't know who is writing them.
I am a real person who bought the 460 and believe me when I tell you its a great saw.
I had a 40 inch log I had to get through.
I decided to see what the saw had. (mind you it has a 20 inch blade). Let me just say wow.
It went through no problem. I didn't force the saw.
I didn't have to, it just tore right into it. down one side then the next over and over again with ease.
I am extremely happy with my... more

After trying many Home Cheapo saws I decided to bite the bullet and spend the bucks for a good saw. This was best decision I've ever made. I got the Husqvarna 460, pleanty of spare power even cutting dry Oak, easy to start, noice level not bad for a large cc motor. Overall a great saw, I love it.

Upon delivery, I had an incredible problem trying to remove the clutch cover. When I finally did, and after removing the packing pacer – I attempted to reinstall the cover. But, it would not go on! Thinking, what am I doing wrong all day – going on you-tube to find out why I was messing up this simple task. And eventually came to the conclusion that the BRAKE BAND was the incorrect size. Since it was only a theory from a so-so mechanical guy – I pondered and pondered. So I eventually made my way to Husqvarnapartstore.com and thought maybe the BRAKE BAND was the wrong part, but unsure and not wanting change the BRAKE BAND on the COVER ASSEMBLE “seemed way to difficult”, I just the ordered entire COVER ASSEMBLY for “with tax and shipping $81.29”. Well my theory was correct – all is well with the saw with the new COVER ASSEMBLY “it fits” and the saws functioning “one time” was superb. And now I’m stuck with a COVER ASSEMBLY and thought about just returning it to Husqvarnapartstore.com, but it wasn’t their problem, and not wanting to pass my misfortune on to them – I said nada. And trying to explain this to the receiver at Chainsaws Direct, but thinking it would be way to difficult to get through the red tape – I come to the conclusion to bite the bullet on the $81.29. Of course, unless this solicited response from Chainsaws Direct find an ear and they want to make things right. I have the original cover assemble “unused” when “IF” they send me a shipping label.

Upon delivery, I had an incredible problem trying to remove the clutch cover. When I finally did, and after removing the packing pacer – I attempted to reinstall the cover. But, it would not go on! Thinking, what am I doing wrong all day – going on you-tube to find out why I was messing up this simple task. And eventually came to the conclusion that the BRAKE BAND was the incorrect size. Since it was only a theory from a so-so mechanical guy – I pondered and pondered. So I eventually made my... more

I bought my Rancher 15 years ago and have cut 10 to 15 cords of wood a year. Other than general minor repairs this saw keeps cutting. I have just started to have problems with her carburetor (thanks to corn ethanol) so I intend to buy a new one and use the old one as a backup. Great saw would highly recommend it. Use marine gas it doesn't contain ethanol.

I have owned several chain saws over the last several years and have always had to pull the starter cord several times to get the last ones I purchased (Stihl 390 and 250) both have been a pain to start. I had the starter cord replaced the first week on the 390 and it broke every time I took it out to use it.

That is when I decided enough is enough and ordered the Husqvarna 460 and it started on the second pull after using the primer bulb; and it has started every time I picked it up to clear away trees that have fallen due to the recent storm we had.

I was real pleased with the prompt service I received from your store. Keep up the good work and prompt service.

I highly recommend the 460 to anyone wanting a saw to cut up large trees that have fallen or even harvest some for personal use. I have a farm and when you want a power tool to work you don't want to fight the tool along with the problem you have with downed trees across roads on the property.

I filled this saw with gas/oil mix and put the bar oil in and was off to work on the seven trees that had fallen across the road to my hunting cabin. I cut up the trunk and cut all limbs off the trees and still had gas and oil left for more work.

WOW- I would have filled the Stihl at least 2 times for all the cutting I had to do. THIS IS ONE GREAT SAW.

I have owned several chain saws over the last several years and have always had to pull the starter cord several times to get the last ones I purchased (Stihl 390 and 250) both have been a pain to start. I had the starter cord replaced the first week on the 390 and it broke every time I took it out to use it.

That is when I decided enough is enough and ordered the Husqvarna 460 and it started on the second pull after using the primer bulb; and it has started every time I picked it up to... more

Earlier this year my area was hit with an ice storm causing a massive tree to topple over at the trunk. Fortunately it landed along the property line and avoided destroying either mine or my neighbors house. When the weather warmed up i took my Proulan Pro out to cut it up.

After trying for 30 minutes I was unable to get it started. Looked up some videos on Youtube and from what I found out it would cost almost as much to repair it as it would to buy another one. I had previously bought a pressure washer from this site and decided to do some shopping here for a new chainsaw. I called the company and spoke with a representative who was very helpful in guiding me in the right direction for my decision.

After lots of research I decided on the 460 Rancher because I felt I would need the power to get through this huge tree. Ordered the saw and it arrived a couple of days later. I could not wait to get out there and give it a try. When I finally found some time and good weather I took it out filled it with fuel and bar oil and was able to start it on the first pull.

The power this saw has compared to my previous saw is night and day. My other saw would not have been able to cut through this tree especially the way it was laying. Very satisfied with the power and ease of starting with this saw. I also ordered another chain and carrying box a few days after my saw arrived and those both arrived within two days.

Earlier this year my area was hit with an ice storm causing a massive tree to topple over at the trunk. Fortunately it landed along the property line and avoided destroying either mine or my neighbors house. When the weather warmed up i took my Proulan Pro out to cut it up.

After trying for 30 minutes I was unable to get it started. Looked up some videos on Youtube and from what I found out it would cost almost as much to repair it as it would to buy another one. I had previously bought a... more

The saw arrived with a defect. The fuel line from the tank to the carburetor was not attached. So, when I tried to start it, I got a foot full of gas and the saw didn't run.

Now the fun begins. I wanted to return it to Chainsaw Direct, but they wouldn't take it back because I put fuel in it. Nice catch 22 situation. My advice, but it from a brick and mortar dealer in your area and pay the sales tax. Consider it insurance.

Anyway, I now had a dead chainsaw that I couldn't use. I contacted a local dealer in Issaquah, WA and they told me that I would need to register the warranty and then bring it in for a warranty repair.

So, I went through the warranty process and brought it in. After a week, I got it back and they charged me $50 to do a fix that they said wasn't covered by the warranty. They claimed that I had not properly released the brake when I took off the chain.

After researching their "claim" I discovered that they are basically a "less than customer focused business" and the repair takes less than a minute using a tool that Husqvarna created exactly for this issue.

What's the issue? A really stupid design that puts the brake lever on the saw body and the brake itself on the cover of the chain and drive wheel. In order to set and release the brake, there is a coupler that engages from the lever to the brake. If you inadvertently set the brake when you remove the cover, you will need this tool, or a similar, home-made tool, to release the brake so you can get the cover on properly,

As an engineer, this is a really bad design. I've owned a Husqvarna 55 Rancher for many years and the brake lever is part of the cover, so this issue never comes up.

Anyway, the good news is that it cuts well, has plenty of power and is very easy to start.

The saw arrived with a defect. The fuel line from the tank to the carburetor was not attached. So, when I tried to start it, I got a foot full of gas and the saw didn't run.

Now the fun begins. I wanted to return it to Chainsaw Direct, but they wouldn't take it back because I put fuel in it. Nice catch 22 situation. My advice, but it from a brick and mortar dealer in your area and pay the sales tax. Consider it insurance.

Anyway, I now had a dead chainsaw that I couldn't use. I contacted... more

Cuts great easy to start but 20 pounds gets heavy if you're using it all day.