Husqvarna 460 Rancher
#5 in GasFull review
The saw for owners with large trees to fell and big rounds to buck, who don’t need a professional saw.
Amazon $649$649
The Husqvarna 460 Rancher is the better chainsaw overall, rated 3.4 to 3.1. The Husqvarna 460 Rancher leads on power. The Husqvarna 455 Rancher costs $60 less ($589 vs $649).
Husqvarna 455 Rancher
#12 in GasFull review
A heavy duty firewood and felling saw for rural owners who cut big wood every year.
Amazon $589$589
Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Husqvarna 460 Rancher for power (60.3 cc engine vs 55.5 cc engine).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every gas chainsaw; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Husqvarna 460 Rancher | Husqvarna 455 Rancher |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 24 $27.04 per inch of bar ($649, 24 in bar) | 16 $29.45 per inch of bar ($589, 20 in bar) |
| Power 25% | 100 60.3 cc engine | 82 55.5 cc engine |
| Weight 15% | 40 13.2 lb (powerhead) | 40 13.2 lb (powerhead) |
| Bar 10% | 100 24 in bar | 100 20 in bar |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Husqvarna 460 Rancher | Husqvarna 455 Rancher | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Bar length | 24 in | 20 in |
| Chain speed | 65.6 ft/s | 65.6 ft/s |
| Chain pitch | 3/8 in | 3/8 in |
| Automatic oiler | Yes | Yes |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 60.3 cc, 3.6 hp | 55.5 cc, 3.5 hp |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 13.2 lb (powerhead) | 13.2 lb (powerhead) |
| Anti-vibration | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |