Ryobi RCS5145B 51cc Petrol Chainsaw

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Side-mounted chain tensioner makes it much easier to adjust the chain (compared to other chainsaws that have this at the front)

In the UK, you don’t need a license for a petrol chainsaw if you’re not a professional operator. However, you will need to undertake a training course to prove that you are aware of safety protocols when operating a petrol chainsaw. This is partly down to its small engine size. At 38.2cc, it’s almost half that of some of the other chainsaws that I reviewed. This shouldn’t be an issue for light, occasional work, but it isn’t quite powerful enough for heavy-duty tasks. Durable. Petrol chainsaws are designed with durability in mind. They tend to be very long lasting provided they are properly maintained and cleaned.Most of the chainsaws that I tested took about ten minutes to assemble, and this one was no exception. You do waste a bit of time unravelling the chain, but, when it comes to removing and replacing the side panel (so that you can fit the bar and chain), Husqvarna made things more convenient by positioning the screw for this at the front, rather than the side, of the unit. Assembling a cordless chainsaw isn’t too difficult, even if you’ve never used a chainsaw before. This Ryobi cordless chainsaw can be put together without any tools needed at all, which makes the process so simple. This ParkerBrand chainsaw was the least expensive of the five that I tested, yet its power and performance matched, if not exceeded, that of costlier models. This makes it fantastic value for money. It genuinely surprises me that it’s possible to even get a chainsaw this good for such a low price. I was expecting to find several flaws during the testing process, but there were near to none. Even better, ParkerBrand has added extra value to this product by including a spare chain, a full maintenance tool kit, a measuring bottle, a protective cover, a carry bag, and a one-year warranty. You’d struggle to find all of this at such a reasonable price from any other company! You can tell that this is a powerful chainsaw as soon as you start to use it. This is all thanks to its 62cc 2-stroke petrol engine, which has been designed to be eco-friendly and fuel-efficient. It gives the machine a rapid cutting speed, pushing it into the professional realm.

Primer bubble isn’t very effective. Thankfully, it didn’t need to be, since the chainsaw had no issues starting from both hot and cold As mentioned, the tool-less chain tensioning is a big plus, although all of the six cordless chainsaws that I tested have been designed with this feature. Just like the others, this one also has a claw stop, as well as ergonomic handles to improve the user experience.It surprised me to see how similar this chainsaw was to the Hyundai machine that I also reviewed, especially when you take the big price difference into account. This one costs quite a bit less, with the only real difference being that it doesn’t have a decompression button, which the Hyundai does. Is a decompression button worth paying the extra money for? In my opinion, no, which is why this machine really does offer amazing value for money. The fact that it comes with two chains, a carry bag, maintenance tools, and a two year manufacturer’s warranty adds to its value even more.