Husqvarna 130
#11 in GasFull review
A light homeowner saw for limbing, pruning and small firewood. Buy the 440 or a Rancher if you need an 18 in bar.
Amazon $259.99$259.99
3.1/5
A light 18 in saw for homeowners who cut a cord or two of firewood a year. Step up to a Rancher for regular felling.
- 18 inBar length
- 40.9 cc, 2.4 hpPower
- 9.8 lb (powerhead)Weight
- 2 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$399.99
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- An 18 in bar on the lightest powerhead in Husqvarna’s homeowner range
- Smart Start and an X-Torq engine make it easy to start and frugal with fuel
- Slim body is easy to handle when limbing
Cons
- Fixed flow oil pump cannot be turned up for long bars or hardwood
- The 40.9 cc engine is short of power for bucking big hardwood
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its power source. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | 970612318 |
|---|---|
| Cutting | |
| Bar length | 18 in |
| Chain speed | 56.8 ft/s |
| Chain pitch | .325 in |
| Automatic oiler | Yes |
| Power | |
| Engine or battery | 40.9 cc, 2.4 hp |
| Build | |
| Weight | 9.8 lb (powerhead) |
| Anti-vibration | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 years |
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