The best chainsaws produced in Russia: review, specifications, prices, reviews

It is difficult to imagine in the modern economy associated with the harvesting and sawing of wood, the absence of such a useful tool as a chainsaw. The unit significantly speeds up and facilitates the workflow both on an industrial scale and in everyday life. Chainsaws produced in Russia in the domestic market are worthy of competition with their foreign counterparts due to their excellent characteristics, low price and adaptation to work in harsh climates. To understand how to choose the right tool, consider the main categories of chainsaws and selection criteria.

Types and Types

Chainsaws are divided into three main categories:

1. Household models. They have a small capacity, a limited set of options and are not designed to operate more than one hour per day. Great for trimming gardens, sawing branches and other small work.
2. Semi-professional modifications. They are used when felling small, medium-sized trees, in construction, in sawing wood, as well as in everyday life. They are almost universal, have a time limit of up to 10 hours a day.
3. Professional chainsaws. Russia has made significant progress in their production. Such tools have a capacity of at least 2-3 kilowatts, are used in harsh climatic zones for all types of professional work related to wood. Units are made of especially durable materials and can operate continuously up to fourteen hours daily.

Criterias of choice

When choosing a chainsaw, you should pay attention to its power, tire length, working chain pitch and manufacturing company. Thanks to the use of durable, but lightweight parts, modern units weigh significantly less, which makes it easier to work in difficult conditions. However, for households, chainsaws made in Russia in the domestic version are quite suitable, and they are cheaper.

A thirty-centimeter tire and power up to two kilowatts will be enough for an ordinary user. But on the profile of the circuit should pay special attention. If you have to work with hardwood or contaminated wood, it is better to choose a saw with a wide profile run.

Comparison of Russian chainsaws: characteristics and features

Next, we will review the main domestic brands that are engaged in the production of gasoline saws of all categories. Let's start with the domestic unit “Ural-2TE”. This is a purely professional modification. It has long been used for logging and sawing wood.

The saw is also used to trim the root system both across and along the fibers. The vibration level is reduced due to the frame design of the handles, while increasing productivity. In terms of ease of use and reliability, this model lags behind foreign and new domestic counterparts, however, these parameters are compensated by their unpretentiousness in maintenance and low cost.

"Taiga"

Chainsaws manufactured in Russia by the Taiga brand are available in several versions. Model 245 has an impressive weight (about nine kilograms). This is due to the fact that most parts are made of metal. Nevertheless, at the output, the unit gives a power of 2.6 kW, is distinguished by reliability and high performance. The 214 series model has similar parameters.

Taiga Profi-4000 is a professional chainsaw in Russia, the prices of which are significantly lower than its foreign counterparts. At the same time, the tool has a high build quality due to the use of wear-resistant spare parts. The unit is equipped with a productive oil pump and a reliable Japanese carburetor. The weight of the saw is reduced to 5.5 kg, which, coupled with a power of 4 kW, makes it convenient to use in the most difficult conditions.

"Caliber"

Fairly in the category "best chainsaws made in Russia" includes the products of the company "Caliber". The manufacturer presented its products in 2001. She was highly appreciated by both experts in this field and consumers. For many years, the brand "Caliber" continues to remain among the leaders among domestic manufacturers of chainsaws.

The most popular modifications of this brand:

• BP-1300.
• BP-2500.
• "Caliber BP-1800."

It is worth noting that the manufacturer focuses not so much on the design of the instrument, but rather on expanding the range of use of the device and its safety.

"Bison"

Chainsaws manufactured in Russia under the brand "Bison" are presented in a huge assortment. Their feature is to equip a powerful power unit, designed to work in any weather, regardless of terrain.

In addition, the devices in question are equipped with an anti-vibration system, an auxiliary and inertial main brake. Also, all modifications of the "Bison" have a smooth starting mechanism that pumps up the fuel pump, additional purification of exhaust gases. The company annually produces updated and improved chainsaws that meet European standards. Among the most popular models is TsZPB (370/450/490).

"Zenith"

There are many subjective and objective criteria that affect the final choice of a chainsaw. The delimbers (produced by Germany-Russia) from the Zenit company are one of the best for domestic use in combination of quality and affordable price. This company is mainly focused on the production of household power tools and is known throughout the world.

The main advantage of Zenit chainsaws is the use of wear-resistant components, which increases the productivity and reliability of the tool. In addition, the manufacturer installs bearings on its latest products that meet the high requirements of accuracy and reliability.

Other domestic manufacturers

The following brands are also worthy of chainsaws manufactured in Russia on the world and domestic market:

1. The company "Spets" offers a wide range of chainsaws, power tools, generators and other units focused on professional activities.
2. The developing company "Forester" produces chainsaws that have proven themselves in domestic use and have received positive feedback from consumers.
3. "Friendship". This brand has been known for producing gasoline tools for more than thirty years.
4. "Union of PTS." The company produces modern chainsaws in the domestic and semi-professional performance.

Whatever brand you choose, it is necessary to follow the recommendations specified by the manufacturer in the instruction manual, as well as to service and clean the tool in a timely manner.

Chainsaws in Russia: prices, reviews

Modern domestic gasoline tools can compete on equal terms with most foreign models. Moreover, its price is significantly lower. The following is a comparative table of the cost of chainsaws from some Russian and foreign manufacturers (indicating the main characteristics).

Consumer reviews about Russian chainsaws vary, many like the latest variations, which have become more productive, easier and more economical. Obsolete modifications weighing more than 10 kg, probably, it makes no sense to compare with advanced European or Japanese models. But they are designed to work in harsh conditions, unpretentious in maintenance and inexpensive.

Advantages and disadvantages

Russian manufacturers at a decent level represent chainsaws that can directly compete with leading European counterparts, not to mention cheap Chinese copies.

Reliability and safety are the main advantages that chainsaws have (production - Russia). Instrument prices are also lower than imported counterparts. In addition, the following advantages can be distinguished:

• optimal combination of power, compactness and mass;
• endurance and the possibility of long-term operation without a break;
• the availability of consumables, due to the use of domestic parts, which are much cheaper and easier to find;
• adaptation of the instrument to the peculiarities of the Russian climate.

The disadvantages of domestic chainsaws include the fact that some manufacturers use not very high-quality components, which leads to quick breakdown and frequent repairs. In addition, while on Russian chainsaws, additional functionality is inferior to European models. This mainly relates to equipping the instrument with anti-vibration protection, an inertial brake and an improved ignition system. Sometimes manufacturers to reduce the cost of production use not very high-quality plastic in the housing design, which also can not be attributed to the pluses.

Conclusion

After the review, we can conclude that Russian chainsaws are presented on the market in a wide range for both professional and domestic needs. The use of new technologies and composite materials made it possible to bring the quality of aggregates closer to European and world standards. Leading domestic brands for the manufacture of tools are already known not only in Russia, the CIS, but also around the world.

It is important that there is a high potential for the development of this area. And since in Russia logging and woodworking are the leading sectors of the national economy, chainsaws of all levels will always be in demand here.