# Chainsaw Petrol 16" to 18" Bar

Our petrol chainsaw with a 16"–18" bar is built for serious cutting jobs where power and reliability matter. Ideal for outdoor work, this chainsaw delivers strong cutting performance for everything from general property maintenance to heavier-duty tasks.

Powered by a petrol engine, it offers the freedom to work anywhere without relying on mains power, making it a solid choice for rural, residential, and off-grid jobs. The longer bar length allows for efficient cutting through thicker timber, while the balanced design helps reduce fatigue during extended use.

Common uses include:
- Cutting and trimming firewood
- Tree and branch removal
- Felling small to medium trees
- Clearing storm damage
- Property and land maintenance

Hire includes the chainsaw only. Chains, fuel, PPE, and accessories are available to hire separately. Our team can help make sure you’ve got the right setup and safety gear before you get started.

- **Item code:** 527A
- **Category:** Building & Renovation
- **Subcategory:** Saws

## Hire rates

Default national retail rates, including damage waiver and GST. Rates vary by branch and hire duration.

- $113.72 for 4 hours
- $142.15 for 24 hours
- $571.65 per week

## Specifications

- **Make:** Various

- **Model:** Various

- **Bar length:** 406 - 457mm

- **Fuel tank capacity:** 0.3 - 0.4 l

- **Fuel consumption:** 0.6 l/hr

- **CO2 Emission:** 1.3 - 1.5 kg/hr

- **Run time:** 30min

- **Noise level:** 102 - 103dB

- **Length:** 700 - 750mm

- **Width:** 300mm

- **Height:** 300mm

- **Weight:** 5.4 - 6.1kg

## Safety

### Recommended safety equipment

- **Hearing Protection**: To guard against excessive noise and prevent hearing loss, wear earplugs or ear muffs of the appropriate grade when using this equipment.
- **Eye Protection**: Suitable eye protection is required when operating this equipment.
- **Head Protection**: A safety helmet is required when operating this equipment to provide protection from overhead & moving/falling objects. Safety helmets with air muffs and full face visors are also available. Long/loose hair should be tied up or restrained with a hair net.
- **Hand Protection**: Suitable hand protection appropriate to the specific hazards must be worn when using this equipment (e.g. PVC for chemicals, cotton fordirt and dust etc.)
- **Foot Protection**: Firm footwear providing support for the foot and ankle is required with good tread allowing for solid grip on surfaces. Full safety boots should be considered for maximum foot protection.
- **Toxic Materials**: WARNING TOXIC GASES CAN BE HARMFULL OR FATAL. Engine/Heater exhaust gases are toxic: Do not operate in enclosed or confined spaces such as tanks, pits and other enclosed areas. Use only in well ventilated areas outside downwind from working site.
- **Safety Chaps**: Chainsaw Chaps are safety pants made from very thick fabric to protect your leg while cutting trees with a Chainsaw. You should wear them all the time, even if only doing a small job. The bottom line is if you don't want to accidentally cut your leg and be subject to potentially serious injury.

### Transport safety notes

- **Carry**: You can carry this.
- **Car**: This will fit in a four door car.

## Related gear and accessories

### Mandatory items

- [Two stroke fuel per litre (2STROKE)](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/consumables/fuel/2stroke-two-stroke-fuel-per-litre-1.md): $5.54 each

### Recommended items

- [CHAIN BAR OIL PER LITRE (CHAINOIL)](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/consumables/oils-solvents/chainoil-chain-bar-oil-per-litre.md): $7.49 each
- [Hard Hat with Earmuffs & Visor (690045)](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/safety/safety-gear/690045-hard-hat-with-earmuffs-visor.md): $9.27 for 4 hours
- [Safety Chaps (690046)](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/settings/products/690046-safety-chaps.md): $18.96 for 4 hours
- [Fuel container 5 litre (PC5)](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/consumables/containers/pc5-fuel-container-5-litre.md): included at no charge

## Documents and guides

### Instructions for use

- [Chainsaw Petrol - Instructions For Use](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/instructions/chainsaw-petrol-instructions-for-use.md)

### Operators Manual

- [Operators Manual - Husqvarna 440](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/media/w5abimph/15-20191108092244_pts_369.pdf)
- [Operators Manual - Husqvarna 445E](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/media/n5zpab3e/1-20160502202217_pts_2.pdf)
- [Operator's Manual - Husqvarna 440 II and 440E II 20212906](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/media/cubku2b0/527a-operator-s-manual-husqvarna-440-ii-and-440e-ii.pdf)
- [Operators Manual - Stihl MS231](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/media/outbhnj2/15-20191108093134_pts_369.pdf)

### Specifications Sheet

- [Specifications Sheet - Husqvarna 440](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/media/ylqhbweb/15-20191108093826_pts_369.pdf)
- [Specifications Sheet - Husqvarna 445E](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/media/1ycbkqop/15-20191108093838_pts_369.pdf)
- [Specifications Sheet - Stihl MS231](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/media/yyeogc2h/15-20191108102447_pts_369.pdf)

### Guides and videos

- [How to Start a Chainsaw](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/guides/diy/how-to-start-a-chainsaw.md) (video)
- [Top Chainsaw Tips and Tricks](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/guides/diy/top-chainsaw-tips-and-tricks.md) (video)
- [How to Replace a Chain on a Chainsaw](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/guides/diy/how-to-replace-a-chain-on-a-chainsaw.md) (video)
- [Hirepools Range of Chainsaws](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/guides/diy/hirepools-range-of-chainsaws.md) (video)

## Delivery and pickup

### Delivery instructions

- If you wish for this item to be delivered, please provide your information.
- We aim to deliver within 2 hrs of your selected delivery time.
- All deliveries and pickups must be in a safe area to unload, demonstrate the equipment and complete paperwork.
- Any delivery amount displayed is 'one-way' and for one load only.
- If multiple vehicles are required for delivery, we will contact you prior.

### Pickup your gear up?

If you're coming to pick your gear up, please have the following information ready with you.

- Make sure you have a form of ID on you.
- We provide demonstration of the gear. Please set some time aside if you can.

Full details, availability and branch pricing: https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/building-renovation/saws/527a-chainsaw-petrol-16-to-18-bar