Stihl MS 500i vs MS 462 Chainsaw: Which One Should You Choose?
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- čas přidán 6. 08. 2024
- If you're in the market for a new chainsaw, you might be wondering which one to choose: the Stihl MS 500i or the MS 462? In this video, we'll be putting these two chainsaws head-to-head to help you make an informed decision.
First, we'll take a closer look at the specs of each chainsaw, including their power output, weight, and cutting abilities. We'll also compare their features, such as the anti-vibration system and the air filtration system.
Next, we'll discuss their overall performance. We'll also highlight any unique features or benefits of each chainsaw that may sway your decision.
After watching this video, you'll have a better understanding of the similarities and differences between the Stihl MS 500i and MS 462 chainsaws, as well as a clearer idea of which one would be the best choice for your needs.
So, whether you're a professional logger or a weekend warrior, be sure to watch this video before making your next chainsaw purchase.
00:00 Intro
00:51 Stihl MS 500i vs 462 Specs and Comparison Table
02:02 Differences Between STIHL MS 500i and MS 462
06:18 Similarities Between STIHL MS 500i and MS 462
07:43 Pros and Cons of Stihl MS 500i
08:03 Pros and Cons of Stihl MS 462
08:23 Which one is Worth it? (STIHL MS 500i vs MS 462)
08:59 About STIHL Customer Support
09:25 Which is Best? Stihl MS 500i or MS 462
09:55 Conclusion
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I’ve been falling for 30yrs the 500i takes a little getting used to but it’s my go to saw now! I run a STIHL 32 light bar
Spoke with a professional logger who ran 462's and now switched to a 500i. He loves the 462 as a all around saw and the 500i as a pure production saw. He said that if the 500i is used for a lot of limbing and not run flat out the injector will gum up and the saw does not run properly. This does not happen with a 462. Overall, he prefers the 500i for straight production work.
That's one person's opinion. It doesn't mean that it's a fact. And you don't have first-hand knowledge of this. I own both. I have had zero problems with either saw in the six months of using them. One person's experience/opinion doesn't make it fact.
Well he's a logger not a mechanic. Sounds like a backyard science take with zero proof of what he's saying. Never seen or heard of any sort of injector issues or """gumming up""" on these, many with thousands of hours of work time. Lots of solenoid issues on the m-tronic carbs though, if ran with a bad fuel filter.
Not trying to hate but whose using a 500i for limbing lol Id stick to my top handle or 261
@@JeffGeorgalas the dealer that I purchased my 462 from agreed with the above statement. You had zero problems, that is great, keep on cutting, doing what is best for you.
@@joedubray1065 totally agree.
Both are amazing saws but as a tree business owner and every tree business owner I know will have multiple MS460 series saws in their arsenal.
I have an 046, one of my favorite saws
For the cost of the 500i i just stick with 661 or the o88.. got 2 o66 that are almost 20 years old now that still kick ass.
I've used both saws, and cutting regular not large logs , you won't be able to tell the difference in power.
It's only going to large logs with a bigger bar the 500i will be better.
But the 462 had better fuel
economy as far as I could tell.
The orange and white one.
From my experince on a 462 when the dogs tuch the log it will BOG within the first 3 nichers or I have a hungry chain.
As a 500i owner it stuck fuel down. You need extra capacity. I love it
You've got your facts wrong. The 462 IS NOT the lightest gas powered chainsaw out there BY FAR. What it DOES have is a great power to weight ratio. I could tell you at least five other Stihl gas powered saws that weigh less than the 462, but yet their power to weight ratios aren't as good as the 462's is.
Hey Jeff you got both saws was wondering what you would recommend in the two saws what is the 500i like compared to 462 in fuel consumption whats the vibration like in the handles I've seen some people comment saying the 500i has a little more vibration that the 462 what did you find them like is the 500i heavier than the 462 can you notice it when limbing is it harder to throw around im stuck on which saw to buy I think the 500i is $300 more than the 462 is it worth the extra money I've got a older stihl ms 660 I use with a 36 inch bar just sawing off fire wood in a racked saw horse I don't use it felling I find it's a heavy saw my old shoulders are much for wear at 51 years old do you think the 500i would be to big your opinion would be much appreciated.
@@dwaynedawe930 Hi, just giving my opinion as I've used both saws,
If you don't have to use a bar over let's say 28inch the 462 would be the one I would buy, as it pulls easily up tt that size bar.
If you're going to use longer bars, then 500i.
The 462 is a little bit lighter and has awesome power with good fuel economy, in my opinion the best all-rounder.
@daveyboy6985 thanks Dave the 462 is what I'm going to go with im only running a 20 inch bar so I think the 462 would be a better saw for me thanks for the input my friend really appreciate it 👍👍
One thing about the air sistem of the 462 it uses an "air injection" principle,and the 500i does not. If Stihl would use similar principles of air cleaning sistem from Husqvarna they would be at their peak .
MS 500i thanks
Both are awesome saws.
Does anyone know how much they consume fuel per hour or 1 Kw?
The 500i goes through fuel fast and oil and you hedge to use 93v octane they say.
Stihl 462,…. Hands Down. Don’t have time for thee sensitive 500. " 🙏 "
That just means that you only have a 462, and no first-hand experience with the 500i. Lots of people have opinions on something that they have no first-hand experience with.
Love my 462cm! Awesome saw ,but I'm sure the 500i is awesome too.
Both are good saws,but i like saws i can work myself. That being said,id either buy an echo or a farm and ranch stihl. I love stihls,but you can only cram so much crap into themithput making them impossible to work on.
Dont waste $1700 on a computerized saw that you can not work on! The chainsaw was perfected in the 90s. The dealers want you to buy computerized saws so that you have to run back to them cap in hand to fix it. I have a Stihl 044 that was made in the early 90s that has 5.4 hp at 14 pounds, and stil cuts and runs like a scalded ape. Thats not a huge leap in technology after over 30 years to get the non mtronic 462.
The 462 is an electronic carb.
No, it's not. The ms462 has a regular adjustable carb. The ms462cm has the electronic carb
@@CharlieNasty-cd5hu if it says 462R is a normal manual adjustable carb. If someone refers to it as a 462, odds are it’s an m-tronic. Ive never seen a dealer actually carry a 462-R usually they are special order. Of course that may just be my are.
Neither of you know what you're talking about. The "R" in a Stihl saw's description refers to a "wrap handle". The "R" has nothing to do with it's carburetor.
@@JeffGeorgalaswrap and larger dawgs , side cover goes all the way down as well
@@JeffGeorgalasit actually means “ rescue “
462 is better, i wasn't impressed with the 500i at all, it's all top end and not a lot of torque