| Model | 61 |
| Engine specification | |
| Cylinder displacement | 87 cm³ / 5.31 cu.inch |
| Power output | 4.5 kW / 6.03 hp |
| Maximum power speed | 9300 rpm |
| Fuel tank volume | 0.9 lit / 30.43 fl oz |
| Idling speed | 2500 rpm |
| Spark plug | Champion RCJ6Y |
| Electrode gap | 0.5 mm / 0.02 “ |
| Lubricants | |
| Oil tank volume | 0.5 lit / 1.06 US pint |
| Oil pump type | Automatic |
| Vibration & noise data | |
| Equivalent vibration level (ahv, eq) front / rear handle | 6.2/6.9 m/s² |
| Sound pressure level at operators ear | 106 dB(A) |
| Sound power level, guaranteed (LWA) | 117 dB(A) |
| Cutting equipment | |
| Chain pitch | 3/8″ |
| Recommended bar length, min-max | 38-71 cm / 15″-28″ |
| Chain speed at max power | 20.7 m/s / 67.9 fts |
| Chain speed at 133% of maximum engine power speed | 27.5 m/s / 90.22 fts |
| Chain gauge | 0.058 “ |
| Overall dimensions | |
| Weight (excl. cutting equipment) | 7.6 kg / 16.7 lbs |
Husqvarna 288 Chainsaw
One of Husqvarna’s classic and reliable large professional saws. Even in this class, Husqvarna’s superior power/weight ratio and ergonomics are exceptional. Smart Start® makes this saw very easy to start with its large, powerful engine. The effective anti-vibration features make this saw exceptionally easy to work with. The XP® G model has heated handles.
