Makita UC4041A

Advantages: 1. Comfortable, relatively lightweight. 2. Low cost of consumables (leading sprockets, chains, tires).

Disadvantages: 1. Paint on the tire peels off quickly. 2. If the chain falls off, the teeth will scratch the plastic cover of the chain and where the bar is attached to the saw. 3. The absence of a file or a set for sharpening the chain in the kit (it costs a penny, but if it was included in the kit it would be much more pleasant than looking and buying it separately).

Comment: This model UC4041A was purchased and used for three months. Initially I wanted to take the cheaper UC4020A, but after reading reviews about the problems with the oil pump in the UC4020A, the UC4030A changed his mind and hoped that in the new model UC4041A this problem was eliminated and indeed during the entire period of use there were no problems with the supply of oil to the chain, apparently the installation by the manufacturer affected It was also embarrassing that I came across a review in which it was described that in the UC4030A model, in addition to problems with oil supply, the chain tensioner looses over time, as well as the spring of the chain cover retainer flies off, and for the UC4041A model this cover has a completely I didn’t like the fact that during work, especially at the very beginning of use, sometimes after tensioning the chain, it flew off and the teeth of the chain left a mark on the chain cover and the plastic near the saw bar, and the plastic, as you know, is not eternal though in this product, it is quite tough. For this reason, I decided to sell this the product and buy a more modified version, where the tire fastening is no longer made of plastic, but of UC4051AX1 metal, but looking into the original spare parts catalogs I saw that the UC4051AX1 saw such consumables as, for example, a drive sprocket cost 3-5 times more than a saw UC4041A, in addition, the UC4051AX1 saw has a longitudinal rather than a transverse arrangement of the engine, and for saws with a longitudinal arrangement of the engine, the power transmitted to the chain is 200 - 300W less than for saws with a transverse arrangement of the engine due to the design features, respectively, the UC4041A saw is 1800W with a transverse engine power will either be approximately equal to the UC4051AX1 2000W saw, or it will be about 100W more powerful. As a result, having weighed all the pros and cons, I again ordered the UC4041A, despite the fact that the saws with a longitudinal engine such as UC4051AX1 "more modern" and supposedly more convenient to work with.

Advantages: Weight, high-quality plastic, inexpensive consumables (e.g. chain, drive sprocket), rubberized handle, keyless chain tension, chain feed speed.

Disadvantages: 1. A minor drawback is the installation of the tire clamping cover after cleaning from chips, at the moment when it is necessary to screw the plastic washer of the cover onto the stud on the saw. To hit right away so that the washer begins to twist exactly along the thread does not always work ... 2. A minor drawback is the quality of the metal of the driving sprocket. After 8 cubes of dry old timber, noticeable grooves and grooves appeared on the firewood from the indentation of the chain.

Comment: Requires frequent cleaning of chips in the grooves of the tire, the driven sprocket and under the pressure cover for normal oil flow. Oil flows normally.I recommend buying grease for the bearing of the driven sprocket in a tire with a syringe. If not lubricated, it starts to wedge.

Advantages: Comfortable, lightweight.

Disadvantages: There are none yet.

Comment: This model UC4041A was purchased on 08-03-17, on the Mos-m market from an authorized dealer. When buying, it turned out that the cutting part of the chain included in the kit is smaller than that of a calm or Oregon. Therefore, it can be sharpened 2-3 times. In the first 20 minutes of operation, the chain pulled up four times and did not pull up any more. the chain is fully extended. The adjusting screw for the oil supply turns by a quarter of a turn and actually adds or squeezes the oil supply. The oil was used by Elf 5W-30. A fully filled oil tank was enough for 136 cuts of a 150x150 bar. The tank is made of white plastic, so it is not very good in sunny weather you can see how much oil remained. I personally liked it, but how she behaves in 1-2 years, we'll see !! 12-03-17, Moscow

Advantages: Much lighter than benzo. For construction (interior work - only electrical. Everything is convenient and quick to get ready for work. I took it for a window in a log house. There are no problems with the oil pump. Paint from the tire does not fit.)

Disadvantages: The only weak knot is the chain tensioner. Disabled it in 3-4 blows (chain kickback when the top of the tire tip touches the material. Naturally, this cannot be done)

Comment: In short, the bomb saw - the main thing is not to squeeze it with clumsy hands. Both for the garden and for the construction site - a great option. So far, I made 4 window openings with internal grooves. The work is long and tedious - but the saw did it and there is no doubt about further partnership! The main thing is to sharpen the chain and do not forget to fill in oil for the chain and control its supply to the chain. Come on and clean! The price of the ordered spare parts + spare driving sprocket is 275r)))

Advantages: Lightweight, ergonomic. Very easy to assemble and maintain. Power behind the eyes.

Disadvantages: Have not found.

Comment: I make casing in log cabins with this saw. Saws with a bang! Do not compare with gasoline counterparts! No hassle with the engine, no running around for gasoline, oil. And most importantly - no stink! If necessary, I easily use it indoors, which is simply impossible with a chainsaw. Great tool.

Advantages: Great saw. One of the most salable in this price range. Chains, tires - a bunch of analogues, from calm, Oregon, etc. Low vibration. Convenient. Lightweight. There is an oil pump adjustment.

Disadvantages: No soft start. A trifle, but very annoying. And the power button without a rheostat. On and off only.

Comment: Chainsaw jonsered, still an American after 15 years of a difficult life, retired with honor. There was a question about replacement. Since in recent years he worked exclusively in the country, and the exhaust from the internal combustion engine got out of order, it was decided to purchase something electric. There was not enough money for the battery, and the price / power ratio is not in favor there, I opted for network ones. And he successfully helped a neighbor with firewood on the weekend by sawing him with a Makita electric saw. Liked!

Saws well, fits comfortably in the hand

Advantages: lightweight, comfortable, easy to maintain

Disadvantages: expensive tire and chain

Comment: I rarely used it, let my friend cut the sleepers a little, eventually replacing the tire and chain. It is better to take a circular. You need to work very carefully with it.

Advantages: Over time, I supplement the review. Saws well, happy with the saw.

Comment:

Super saw, very useful in the country. Saws any trees with a bang. And now there are no problems with the preparation of firewood!