Just marketing, I know, but thanks Milwaukee for supporting our TH-cam friends. Bought 2 of these today. Pleased with the performance. They will overheat an 8 amp hour battery (experienced it this morning), so for those considering the saw, plan on a 12 aH battery. Thank you August, as always, for sharing your work.
i even overheated the 12ah in less than 25minutes of usage.. that's why other company such as dewalt, makita, ego and others made their chainsaw to run higher volt, so it wont overheat due to excessive amp being draw from the powerful 18v motor.
Im down in texas, it does great but i learned to only run about half a battery then swap. Bc once they over heat it takes forever for the temp protection to go off in 100+ weather
@@harisyoung4110the dewalt and other brands batteries are not actually 20v. They're all 18v just like Milwaukee. They have to call it 20 bc of copy right. Inside all these batteries are the same 18v 18650 cells or in some of the newer 21700 cells made by the same battery manufacturer. But their all 18v. You can Google this or better yet, measure your dewalt 20v or kobalt 24v batteries with a multi meter to find out for yourself
I work for Dead Or Alive Tree service , and we were approached by Milwaukee representatives and we got to test out the prototypes before they came out with this saw probably about 2-2 1/2 years ago they gave each person one to try out. They are pretty impressive I still have my prototype.
Thanks for the honest review! :) Using the Milwaukee pole saw,I usually use a lighter weight M18 5.0AH battery that lasts long enough for my trimming limb jobs on my property.I carry extra batteries in a HF plastic ammo can to keep them out of any rain or dirt.The oil reservoir on the pole saw does leak if you leave it full of oil while in storage.I usually fill the tank 1/4 full as the pole saw doesn't use much oil. I use the Milwaukee QUIK-LOK weedeater,Hackzall with 3T Diablo carbide blade for cutting roots,small trees, and bushes at ground level to save my saw chain,Milwaukee hammerdrill works great for a long time with a M18 4.0AH battery,M18 box vacuum cleaner is good for cleaning up dirt and sawdust,and the M18 air compressor is quiet and adequate,but a little slow for inflating truck tires if you don't have a full sized air compressor handy. I did have a M18 9.0AH that came with the weedeater fail after less than a years use;the M18 4.0,5.0's,and 8.0 AH batteries have not had any problems.
I bought the rear handle over winter, because I got a free pole pruner with it and I was pretty impressed with it, being my first battery saw and I will definitely be getting one of these as well. They'll never replace my gas saws, but I think they'll be good to have around.
I used a Makita 36v saw the other day and it was very awesome, light, cuts super fast. There is an on/off button that you have to keep pushing because it goes to auto-off after a minute but its easy to hit it one handed.
Cleared all the trees in my neighborhood after hurricane byrel in Houston Tx this chainsaw is awesome . I used 12.0 batteries . Charged one used one , kept rotating ! This is a must have in your ARSENAL
I own the 16" rear handle and the 8" pruning hatchet, luckily i haven't had to use mine like that yet. I've just used for generally pruning work. They are really nice saws for homeowners who know what they are doing. I got mine last summer and cut up a 15" diameter pear tree stump with my 16" no problems at all.
I have the Stihl and in fact 3 different models, in regard to mines with saws I am okay in over 3 years never have a problem except the batteries are priced like gold and they not last long in a charge. But sure for the matter of knowing I to with like to try side by side with any other brand.
The flower on that tulip poplar is a little more yellow then they are over here in Georgia. There are a few species that I haven't seen over here, but I recognize a lot too. Something I noticed is the popular here and the poplar in the smokie national forest is the wood holds total different consistently. Good to see y'all. Nice saw.
I've never heard of them referred to as simply a tulip tree. In the eastern US, we've always called them Tulip Poplar. They grow really big and straight.
I have the M12 Milwaukee 6" trimming saw. It works great and will cut stuff bigger than the 2" recommended. Stihl had one first but I did not want another battery platform. I hope Hez is still doing well with the flying.
Nice to see the tribute to Jed shirt. I have and use the Milwaukee system, I'd consider adding this to my arsenal but I just love 2 strokes!! You guys be safe
I started climbing with my Makita cordless saw with (2x) 18V batteries. It cuts great but I did buy an Echo 2511t due to weight. I don't like the cost of big Milwaukee batteries so I prefer the Makita which pairs up their 18V batteries.
IMO that idea to parallel two batteries was genius! I wish that Stihl had done that on my RMA-460 cordless mower. It has spaces for two batteries but only uses one, which gets really hot during use. I am going to buy the terminals and wire in the second compartment so I can use two batteries in parallel (if the nanny-state electronics inside the batteries/mower will let me). It lets us users with the smaller batteries that we already own double them up and be able to use some of the higher-load tools.
IMO... the cost of milwaukee batteries is offset with their warranty, and how long they actually last. My V28 (first generation lithium ion batteries from them) lasted me under light personal use of over a decade. The M28 (2nd generation) works with the tools, so still going strong.
@Wolphin The cost of 10 and 12mah Milwaukee batteries seems crazy to me. I haven't lost any Makita batteries over the years but I have many of them since are easy to get in kit deals. Initially, I went with Makita 18V rather than Milwaukee because of Makita's selection. I have some Milwaukee 12V now just because of certain tools but that battery design is terrible. I saw a comparison of Milwaukee and Makita hole-hawg type drills. The Makita had a lot more power. They could be running 36V motors while Milwaukee is stuck at 18V.
Enjoyed the video. I like the test you put the Milwaukee Battery Chainsaw through. Some tough cutting there. Bar buried and still zipping along. I like it. I use an Echo DCS-2500T for most of my limbing and topping. I like the balance and the lightweight. The Husky E-saw seemed heavy and awkward (but with lots of power). Very nice camera work. Thanks for the camera placement and editing.
This m18 saw is definitely larger and more awkward than the t535lixp and t540ixp. Lots and lots of plastic, whereas the husky saws are built much more compact with the battery being the only heavy piece. This saw is fine for keeping in the truck for those 'just in case' instances, but the fan cooled battery of the husky is definitely the way to go for in tree use, imo.
"We're moving the spectators back a little bit TH-cam....." 😁 "Look at this inhumane mess....." MonkeyBeaver crew still making the hard work look easy. That saw really seems legit. Well done guys and keep yourselves safe! 😃👍❤🌲 Randy
I have the same saw. They make a 9 amp battery that fits in that saw just FYI. It's twice the size of the one that looks to be in there. They also make a few different chains with bigger bite.
pretty much all the area utilities have went to the Milwaukee saws.. Stihl hit first and they bought some then when the Milwaukee's came out they were keeping the local vendors out of stock, batteries in common with all their other Milwaukee tools helped as well. I have several gas saws and for everything 16-18" and under all I have used the past few years is the Milwaukee saws. If I was using them commercially the speed of a gas saw might beat out the Milwaukee but for convenience you just cannot beat the Milwaukee saw. Only issue so far is the bar studs have pulled loose on one of the saws, I cleaned and epoxied back in and so far holding.
I noticed that as well. I tried the 5, and 6.0's There's several Milwaukee tools that about require the 12.0 battery, if you want any sort of run time.
@@johndunbar2393 Which, if you think of how much power it has to deliver, is not surprising at all. I still have my 20-year-old Ryobi 4.5" circular saw and with its 18V NiCd battery, you might be able to cut two or three 2x4s and then that battery was done. We have come a long way in battery technology, that's for sure! I'm really impressed with this Milwaukee saw, still keeping the speed up with the bar buried.
@@redmondjp I had one of those old blue Ryobi kits with several tools 20 years ago and yeah, we've come a LONG way. 👍🏻. I held off getting a 12.0 for awhile because of cost, but I'm glad I have it, now that I have it.
Have we figured out the parts needed to get it to 1/4 pitch and bigger dogs…I’m loving mine has great torque but yes needs bigger dogs for sure and I would love to see a panther bar and skinny chain on it
A great Video. Three Trees to cut. By the first two make You the Teacher for New Recruits. The greatest make You self, then this Tree is only with the best to Know in this Settlement Colony to Cut about. Thanks, the Video very Instructive for my. 💪👌
Haha, I really like you's comments on how being unhappy in the tree is bad. It most definitely is and that seems like a principle not many care to talk about 😅
For the non-pros watching this vid -:the secret to success with battery saws is keeping the chain super sharp. Keep it out of the dirt !! I use the Dremel sharpening kit with the appropriate diameter grinding points. I can do a chain in about 3 minutes and no need to remove it. I have had both the Milwaukee 16” and a Stihl 10” for about 5 years and have used them a good bit. They are awesome when you are burning downed trees and limbs.
For occasional homeowner use the quality ( read expensive) saws are your best value. If you don’t use it for a year or two there is no problem. Get it out, throw the battery in it and it works perfectly. A gas saw that sits unused for a year or more is likely going to the scrap pile. The fuel system will need a complete refurb which will likely cost more than the saw was new.
I use the timberline sharpener no power tools needed it works great. Caride sharpener it is better than new. Don't buy the China clones the USA made version is what you want.
I have the Milwaukee 14". The bar needs a sprocket because I purchased a 16" Powercare bar which has a sprocket. The original bar the tip groove flared open and the chain sunk deeper. Derailed too. Hammering it back didn't fix it permanently.
I have always love milwaukee tools. 1 bar... it may start slowing a little... but feel free to use it down till it stops and the battery flashes. They also have a pole trimming saw which uses the same batteries. the number is how many Ah the battery has, so the XC8.0 is 8 Ah capacity... high output means it can output the power faster than a regular one. (I'm just a tech geek, not anything official about tools)
I have nothing but battery saws. Always easy to start and little maintenance. Quieter too. The numbers are the capacity of the battery. An 8 is 8 Amp Hours. The 12 you used to one bar of capacity is 12 Amp Hours. Weight and capacity are pretty proportional. Milwaukee is great all around tools. Interesting to hear about the dogs though.
What bar and chain do you plan to use with the Milwaukee top handle? Do you plan to put a quarter pitch kit on it? I've wanted to get one but from what I've read the bar and chain that come with the saw are not the best. Glad to hear it needs better dogs too. All things I will consider.
i have both gas and battery chainsaw. tho battery chainsaw doesn't pack a punch, it's nice to have it around when dealing with smaller stuffs. 0 emissions, not much greasy stuffs, 0 smell, not too noisy so i dont have to put earmuff. best thing about it i only need to reach another full charged battery on my belt to 'refuel' once it stops running. mine is worx 20v chainsaw(yeh it's closer to a toy than power tools lmao). never tried milwaukee's before. but seeing how it cuts big stuffs here i might ditch my gas-powered and going all battery.
Seems like a reasonable tool for the price point . 23:43 What do you give someone who ( thinks they have ) everything , your time , your love , your thoughts , your support .
Good video, note you have a tendency to try revving it like a gas saw instead of keeping it on full power, that said you gave it a great test on some pretty thick wood.
My mom would have loved a Tulip tree that big. She was heart broken having to leave her's when mom and dad moved. Bit windy there in the video. Hope the crew / family and you are doing well. God Bless.
Used a rear handle to clean up after a cyclone blew through the farm I work on ,it blew my mind how well it did.imo the top handle is forced safety to stop you using at certain angels.
I thought it looked heavier than the echo or sthil. Not much is less happy than yanking a pull cord when you're gaffed up a half dead pecan when you're worried about coming ungaffed so battery is exciting.
That Milwaukee saw would come in handy for me as I have all Milwaukee tools. But my batteries are all xce4.0 and a=xce6.0 and I know the 12.0 is pricey.
But how does it compare to the older Milwaukee chainsaw? On their site they claim new saw will cut 250 times vs 150 for older style. I had a heck of a time cutting through 12 inch cedar at my son's house with mine (maybe too much sap in the summer) but I took saw home and sharpened it and went through stuff at home no problem. Usually I only cut when it's cold outside. BTW: I ditched the original Milwaukee bar for a slightly wider Oregon branded one and it's so much better. The original bar just didn't last and allowed chain to walk too much.
Looks oddly similar to my ECHO⚡️. Jed would say 👎. So would I. Gas It Up! Don’t plug it in. 🌪️💥 Pound for pound the CS2511T is the toughest most productive saw ever produced. Copied the bar wrench in the handle from the ECHO electric too. Have fun Be safe
Just seen a video and thought how august told us all months ago about Milwaukee tools being good but he genuinely knows his his craft 🌲🤯 had to find this video to comment hoping he’d see it, definitely the best most experienced/knowledgeable climber I’ve every seen 🪢
So I have the two Handed Milwaukee they have us use at our utility Company. It has metal Grizzlys dogs that are tiny.. . HAve not seen this version of milwaukee before. My one think is the kerf of the bar and chain. Do u think its possible to upsize the bar not in length but the Kirf and get a chain to accomodate? we have too clear branches and or limbs in many cases to run cable. I try to cut it without utting stress on Bar and chain by your techniques but sometimes its like WTF. The chain and bar gets pinched for the smallest stuff.. To my knowledge they are husqvarn bars and Chains right out of the box. Im also curious if u can dilute the chain oil and what would uyou use to do that . Regular bar and chain Lube seemse a bit thick in viscosity for a battery saw?. Stay safe
Guessing that the Milwaukee ships with 3/8" LP chain, if you want faster cutting you might go to 3/8" LP NK (narrow kerf) AND matching bar, since the drive links are thinner on NK chain. Of course you want the basics- carefully filed cutters and the most joint (depth gauge drop) the saw can handle for the wood you're cutting (that'll vary.) Or just KISS with plain LP.
@@AugustHunicke Ya the Milwaukee website doesn't say. considering that it has the captive bar nut I was thinking maybe it has the adjustable oiler too?
Thanks for the video! I have one truck thats just about all battery equipment for smaller jobs. Im interested in buying this or the top new echo to add to the collection. That Milwaukee seems to have enough power to not stall out when you bury it in the wood! Beautiful tree, I wish we had more variety in Colorado.
You need a driveway damage disclaimer in your contract absolving you of liability for that. Not to say you still shouldn't try to avoid damage and perhaps fix it when it happens, but you could always point to the disclaimer for unreasonable clients.
Hey August, great video and review of the new Milwaukee saw! It looks like a decent option for guys like me that already have several Milwaukee cordless tools. How would you say the battery life compared to the Husqvarna and Stihl options?
@@AugustHunicke Thank you sir. I thought that might be the case, like you said in the video maybe better with 1/4 pitch but there's probably not a compatible panther setup yet with such a new saw. Not sure I'm ready to drop $700 for the kit though. The ol Mac 310 I have is getting the job done for now.
They're for small stuff. Where the electric or battery chainsaw are meant for light duty. Small limbs and trimming trash branches. Instead a gas saw can be used constantly
Free stuff is cool. That thing looks like a toy. But Husky which everyone seems to like the battery costs as much as the saw and you want spares so benefit vs gas?
Just marketing, I know, but thanks Milwaukee for supporting our TH-cam friends. Bought 2 of these today. Pleased with the performance. They will overheat an 8 amp hour battery (experienced it this morning), so for those considering the saw, plan on a 12 aH battery. Thank you August, as always, for sharing your work.
i even overheated the 12ah in less than 25minutes of usage.. that's why other company such as dewalt, makita, ego and others made their chainsaw to run higher volt, so it wont overheat due to excessive amp being draw from the powerful 18v motor.
Im down in texas, it does great but i learned to only run about half a battery then swap. Bc once they over heat it takes forever for the temp protection to go off in 100+ weather
Great feedback
@@harisyoung4110the dewalt and other brands batteries are not actually 20v. They're all 18v just like Milwaukee. They have to call it 20 bc of copy right. Inside all these batteries are the same 18v 18650 cells or in some of the newer 21700 cells made by the same battery manufacturer. But their all 18v. You can Google this or better yet, measure your dewalt 20v or kobalt 24v batteries with a multi meter to find out for yourself
I work for Dead Or Alive Tree service , and we were approached by Milwaukee representatives and we got to test out the prototypes before they came out with this saw probably about 2-2 1/2 years ago they gave each person one to try out. They are pretty impressive I still have my prototype.
Thanks for the honest review! :)
Using the Milwaukee pole saw,I usually use a lighter weight M18 5.0AH battery that lasts long enough for my trimming limb jobs on my property.I carry extra batteries in a HF plastic ammo can to keep them out of any rain or dirt.The oil reservoir on the pole saw does leak if you leave it full of oil while in storage.I usually fill the tank 1/4 full as the pole saw doesn't use much oil.
I use the Milwaukee QUIK-LOK weedeater,Hackzall with 3T Diablo carbide blade for cutting roots,small trees, and bushes at ground level to save my saw chain,Milwaukee hammerdrill works great for a long time with a M18 4.0AH battery,M18 box vacuum cleaner is good for cleaning up dirt and sawdust,and the M18 air compressor is quiet and adequate,but a little slow for inflating truck tires if you don't have a full sized air compressor handy.
I did have a M18 9.0AH that came with the weedeater fail after less than a years use;the M18 4.0,5.0's,and 8.0 AH batteries have not had any problems.
I bought the rear handle over winter, because I got a free pole pruner with it and I was pretty impressed with it, being my first battery saw and I will definitely be getting one of these as well. They'll never replace my gas saws, but I think they'll be good to have around.
The pole saw functionality is awesome. I use it way more than I expected
I used a Makita 36v saw the other day and it was very awesome, light, cuts super fast. There is an on/off button that you have to keep pushing because it goes to auto-off after a minute but its easy to hit it one handed.
I think the Makita is much better although I've only used the Milwaukee a few times.
Cleared all the trees in my neighborhood after hurricane byrel in Houston Tx this chainsaw is awesome . I used 12.0 batteries . Charged one used one , kept rotating !
This is a must have in your ARSENAL
I own the 16" rear handle and the 8" pruning hatchet, luckily i haven't had to use mine like that yet. I've just used for generally pruning work. They are really nice saws for homeowners who know what they are doing. I got mine last summer and cut up a 15" diameter pear tree stump with my 16" no problems at all.
Nice! Definitely need a side by side cutting comparison with the husqvarna and Milwaukee
Yes, we need !
One is made in China
That is the deal breaker
@@missingremote4388 Exactly, I'll take the made in Sweden magnesium housing one over the china plastic one .
Project farm has done a comparison of them all. th-cam.com/video/_aBZt8m1XkQ/w-d-xo.html
I have the Stihl and in fact 3 different models, in regard to mines with saws I am okay in over 3 years never have a problem except the batteries are priced like gold and they not last long in a charge. But sure for the matter of knowing I to with like to try side by side with any other brand.
The flower on that tulip poplar is a little more yellow then they are over here in Georgia. There are a few species that I haven't seen over here, but I recognize a lot too. Something I noticed is the popular here and the poplar in the smokie national forest is the wood holds total different consistently. Good to see y'all. Nice saw.
dan dan💚🌳👍👊🌳💚
I’ve never seen a tulip tree like that. It is so beautiful! Too bad it had to be cut down.❤ Great video all the way around!
I've never heard of them referred to as simply a tulip tree. In the eastern US, we've always called them Tulip Poplar. They grow really big and straight.
I have some lead balls one is an inch dia the others were minnies. a good cabinet frame wood.
Jeff is the perfect person to give the review. No minced words. He says what he feels no extra words needed. Love that guy.
Beautiful tree in a bad location. It's impressive how balanced you make your picks. Exp level 100% Good job guys!
Lol, Thats the story of all Denver metro!
I have the M12 Milwaukee 6" trimming saw. It works great and will cut stuff bigger than the 2" recommended. Stihl had one first but I did not want another battery platform.
I hope Hez is still doing well with the flying.
🌲❤️ Great video.
Thanks or all the camera
placements and editing.
Awesome crew 😎
Love ending shots
“ in Dads boots”💫
Brilliant
Nice to see the tribute to Jed shirt.
I have and use the Milwaukee system, I'd consider adding this to my arsenal but I just love 2 strokes!!
You guys be safe
I'm on the M18 platform and have been looking at this saw. Your review and "so far" stamp of approval is appreciated.
It does seem hard on the battery.
@@AugustHunickeit's got great torque but the overheating is so bad I'd consider it a bad design( only used 5ah) . The Makita 36v is better I think.
I gotta say, the first cut with that battery saw impressed me.
I started climbing with my Makita cordless saw with (2x) 18V batteries. It cuts great but I did buy an Echo 2511t due to weight. I don't like the cost of big Milwaukee batteries so I prefer the Makita which pairs up their 18V batteries.
IMO that idea to parallel two batteries was genius! I wish that Stihl had done that on my RMA-460 cordless mower. It has spaces for two batteries but only uses one, which gets really hot during use. I am going to buy the terminals and wire in the second compartment so I can use two batteries in parallel (if the nanny-state electronics inside the batteries/mower will let me). It lets us users with the smaller batteries that we already own double them up and be able to use some of the higher-load tools.
IMO... the cost of milwaukee batteries is offset with their warranty, and how long they actually last. My V28 (first generation lithium ion batteries from them) lasted me under light personal use of over a decade. The M28 (2nd generation) works with the tools, so still going strong.
@Wolphin The cost of 10 and 12mah Milwaukee batteries seems crazy to me. I haven't lost any Makita batteries over the years but I have many of them since are easy to get in kit deals. Initially, I went with Makita 18V rather than Milwaukee because of Makita's selection. I have some Milwaukee 12V now just because of certain tools but that battery design is terrible. I saw a comparison of Milwaukee and Makita hole-hawg type drills. The Makita had a lot more power. They could be running 36V motors while Milwaukee is stuck at 18V.
👍 Tiny Tim would very much approve of your work in the Tulip Tree 😁
Enjoyed the video. I like the test you put the Milwaukee Battery Chainsaw through. Some tough cutting there. Bar buried and still zipping along. I like it. I use an Echo DCS-2500T for most of my limbing and topping. I like the balance and the lightweight. The Husky E-saw seemed heavy and awkward (but with lots of power). Very nice camera work. Thanks for the camera placement and editing.
My DCS-2500T arrived last week. All good so far; seems very capable. I really like it!
This m18 saw is definitely larger and more awkward than the t535lixp and t540ixp. Lots and lots of plastic, whereas the husky saws are built much more compact with the battery being the only heavy piece. This saw is fine for keeping in the truck for those 'just in case' instances, but the fan cooled battery of the husky is definitely the way to go for in tree use, imo.
I got a prototype of this saw from Milwaukee during the design phase, and I said the same thing to them about the dawgs.
Finally!! A climbing review with the top handle Milwaukee.
very capable saw, thanks for the demonstration, I'd purchase one
"We're moving the spectators back a little bit TH-cam....." 😁
"Look at this inhumane mess....." MonkeyBeaver crew still making
the hard work look easy. That saw really seems legit.
Well done guys and keep yourselves safe! 😃👍❤🌲
Randy
I have the same saw. They make a 9 amp battery that fits in that saw just FYI. It's twice the size of the one that looks to be in there.
They also make a few different chains with bigger bite.
pretty much all the area utilities have went to the Milwaukee saws.. Stihl hit first and they bought some then when the Milwaukee's came out they were keeping the local vendors out of stock, batteries in common with all their other Milwaukee tools helped as well. I have several gas saws and for everything 16-18" and under all I have used the past few years is the Milwaukee saws. If I was using them commercially the speed of a gas saw might beat out the Milwaukee but for convenience you just cannot beat the Milwaukee saw. Only issue so far is the bar studs have pulled loose on one of the saws, I cleaned and epoxied back in and so far holding.
That's awesome output from the big battery. I have the rear handle version which absolutely EATS smaller batteries.
I noticed that as well. I tried the 5, and 6.0's There's several Milwaukee tools that about require the 12.0 battery, if you want any sort of run time.
@@johndunbar2393 Which, if you think of how much power it has to deliver, is not surprising at all. I still have my 20-year-old Ryobi 4.5" circular saw and with its 18V NiCd battery, you might be able to cut two or three 2x4s and then that battery was done. We have come a long way in battery technology, that's for sure! I'm really impressed with this Milwaukee saw, still keeping the speed up with the bar buried.
@@redmondjp I had one of those old blue Ryobi kits with several tools 20 years ago and yeah, we've come a LONG way. 👍🏻. I held off getting a 12.0 for awhile because of cost, but I'm glad I have it, now that I have it.
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Have we figured out the parts needed to get it to 1/4 pitch and bigger dogs…I’m loving mine has great torque but yes needs bigger dogs for sure and I would love to see a panther bar and skinny chain on it
West coast saws make bigger dogs for the milwaukee.
I have a milwaukee battery saw and its my go to for trail riding and small jobs. Good dialogue from jeff 😂😂😂
A great Video. Three Trees to cut. By the first two make You the Teacher for New Recruits. The greatest make You self, then this Tree is only with the best to Know in this Settlement Colony to Cut about. Thanks, the Video very Instructive for my. 💪👌
Somebody get that lil guy some spikes! 😂 ❤
Thanks for sharing August.
Jeff, nice shirt
that’s a pretty impressive stump grinder. nothing like i’ve ever rented at my local yard
Ive been wanting to see the Milwaukee in action. Real work action thanks August.
Haha, I really like you's comments on how being unhappy in the tree is bad. It most definitely is and that seems like a principle not many care to talk about 😅
Sup!! 👊🏼🤠
For the non-pros watching this vid -:the secret to success with battery saws is keeping the chain super sharp. Keep it out of the dirt !! I use the Dremel sharpening kit with the appropriate diameter grinding points. I can do a chain in about 3 minutes and no need to remove it. I have had both the Milwaukee 16” and a Stihl 10” for about 5 years and have used them a good bit. They are awesome when you are burning downed trees and limbs.
For occasional homeowner use the quality ( read expensive) saws are your best value. If you don’t use it for a year or two there is no problem. Get it out, throw the battery in it and it works perfectly. A gas saw that sits unused for a year or more is likely going to the scrap pile. The fuel system will need a complete refurb which will likely cost more than the saw was new.
😂Dremel to sharpen chain are you serious just hand file it
I use the timberline sharpener no power tools needed it works great. Caride sharpener it is better than new. Don't buy the China clones the USA made version is what you want.
I have the Milwaukee 14". The bar needs a sprocket because I purchased a 16" Powercare bar which has a sprocket. The original bar the tip groove flared open and the chain sunk deeper. Derailed too. Hammering it back didn't fix it permanently.
The high output battery’s are the way to go for the Milwaukee saws.
Epitome of professional. If I'd buy an electric chainsaw August Hunicke's opinion would be my guideline.
I have always love milwaukee tools. 1 bar... it may start slowing a little... but feel free to use it down till it stops and the battery flashes. They also have a pole trimming saw which uses the same batteries. the number is how many Ah the battery has, so the XC8.0 is 8 Ah capacity... high output means it can output the power faster than a regular one. (I'm just a tech geek, not anything official about tools)
If all these cuts made on one battery charge ?? Im very impressed !!
I haven't tried a Husky, but am very happy with the Stihl battery saw. Sounds just like that Husky.
"If your happiness dwindles, you wont be safe" Agreed.
I have nothing but battery saws. Always easy to start and little maintenance. Quieter too.
The numbers are the capacity of the battery. An 8 is 8 Amp Hours. The 12 you used to one bar of capacity is 12 Amp Hours. Weight and capacity are pretty proportional. Milwaukee is great all around tools. Interesting to hear about the dogs though.
this white truck is very nice and powerful, the saw is great too
What bar and chain do you plan to use with the Milwaukee top handle? Do you plan to put a quarter pitch kit on it? I've wanted to get one but from what I've read the bar and chain that come with the saw are not the best. Glad to hear it needs better dogs too. All things I will consider.
Awesome I was looking forward to this one... actually looks a bit impressive !!! REALLY GREAT ENDING AUGUST ❤❤❤
looks like milwaukee knows how to make a nice chain! good looking chips
It comes with a Oregon chain and bar.
Brother likes a milwalkee. Some good stuff. Seems smooth in cuts. Hard for some to trust outside stihl or husky tho. Cheers
i have both gas and battery chainsaw. tho battery chainsaw doesn't pack a punch, it's nice to have it around when dealing with smaller stuffs. 0 emissions, not much greasy stuffs, 0 smell, not too noisy so i dont have to put earmuff. best thing about it i only need to reach another full charged battery on my belt to 'refuel' once it stops running.
mine is worx 20v chainsaw(yeh it's closer to a toy than power tools lmao). never tried milwaukee's before. but seeing how it cuts big stuffs here i might ditch my gas-powered and going all battery.
It looked like it did a little better than I expected. 👍🏻👍🏻
How does it handle one handed? You mentioned its a bit heavy how does it feel different from a Stihl 200t?
Brother I am praying for your business you are covered in the blood of Christ . Also praying for a complete restoration of health 🙏
I like this video. A nice low-key day on the job!
Seems like a reasonable tool for the price point . 23:43 What do you give someone who ( thinks they have ) everything , your time , your love , your thoughts , your support .
👍Very well said Sir 🌲❤️
Thanks for the review...
Spoiler alert, the Milwaukee battery chainsaw is pretty awesome. I use it on the ranch all the time and love it.
Good video, note you have a tendency to try revving it like a gas saw instead of keeping it on full power, that said you gave it a great test on some pretty thick wood.
Lol
My mom would have loved a Tulip tree that big. She was heart broken having to leave her's when mom and dad moved. Bit windy there in the video. Hope the crew / family and you are doing well. God Bless.
Used a rear handle to clean up after a cyclone blew through the farm I work on ,it blew my mind how well it did.imo the top handle is forced safety to stop you using at certain angels.
I thought it looked heavier than the echo or sthil. Not much is less happy than yanking a pull cord when you're gaffed up a half dead pecan when you're worried about coming ungaffed so battery is exciting.
I pour oil on the bar now too. replaced too many .
The more milliamp hour / AMH the longer run time but it's also heavier and longer to charge
So you got a 8 AMH n a 12 AMH amp hour cool deal
I apparently missed the video revealing the furry suspeders. Fully Kaveman Approved.
I hate it when my happiness dwindles.........then I look UP :{) impressed the way that saw cut also
That Milwaukee saw would come in handy for me as I have all Milwaukee tools. But my batteries are all xce4.0 and a=xce6.0 and I know the 12.0 is pricey.
Heat might cause the battery powered saw to fail .does it have a built in fan yet ?
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But how does it compare to the older Milwaukee chainsaw? On their site they claim new saw will cut 250 times vs 150 for older style. I had a heck of a time cutting through 12 inch cedar at my son's house with mine (maybe too much sap in the summer) but I took saw home and sharpened it and went through stuff at home no problem. Usually I only cut when it's cold outside. BTW: I ditched the original Milwaukee bar for a slightly wider Oregon branded one and it's so much better. The original bar just didn't last and allowed chain to walk too much.
Milwaukee 8 amp battery is great, 12 amp is incredible!
how's that beaver pelt holding up on the hot days August :p
Looks oddly similar to my ECHO⚡️. Jed would say 👎. So would I. Gas It Up! Don’t plug it in. 🌪️💥 Pound for pound the CS2511T is the toughest most productive saw ever produced. Copied the bar wrench in the handle from the ECHO electric too. Have fun Be safe
Do the tulip tree have some itchy saw dust
What kind of chokers are you using ?
What climbers do you like the best?
So why did you put the crane's stabilizer down on the neighbor's poodle?
How many batteries did you went through for this video?
For all that cuts that you did at that property how many battery have you swap out?
Zero
Just seen a video and thought how august told us all months ago about Milwaukee tools being good but he genuinely knows his his craft 🌲🤯 had to find this video to comment hoping he’d see it, definitely the best most experienced/knowledgeable climber I’ve every seen 🪢
Weren't those Sweet Gum trees @augusthunicke? The first one with double leads? I'm on the East Coast, never heard of liquid amber
Same thing
Great review .
Fun episode.
Stay safe
This is nuts crazy video
So I have the two Handed Milwaukee they have us use at our utility Company. It has metal Grizzlys dogs that are tiny.. . HAve not seen this version of milwaukee before. My one think is the kerf of the bar and chain. Do u think its possible to upsize the bar not in length but the Kirf and get a chain to accomodate? we have too clear branches and or limbs in many cases to run cable. I try to cut it without utting stress on Bar and chain by your techniques but sometimes its like WTF. The chain and bar gets pinched for the smallest stuff.. To my knowledge they are husqvarn bars and Chains right out of the box. Im also curious if u can dilute the chain oil and what would uyou use to do that . Regular bar and chain Lube seemse a bit thick in viscosity for a battery saw?. Stay safe
Great video August. And it be cool If u Could do a breakdown of the this miwaukees saw in how its built . Ups and downs . And general review
How much did the saw cost you?
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Guessing that the Milwaukee ships with 3/8" LP chain, if you want faster cutting you might go to 3/8" LP NK (narrow kerf) AND matching bar, since the drive links are thinner on NK chain. Of course you want the basics- carefully filed cutters and the most joint (depth gauge drop) the saw can handle for the wood you're cutting (that'll vary.) Or just KISS with plain LP.
what make bars can one walk in to saw shop and buy if milwaukee bar get boogered?
The only concern I'd have is......with regular use what would the life expectancy of the electric motor be versus a gas version
Great video
I wonder what the bill was for that job.
Does the saw have an adjustable oiler?
Good question
@@AugustHunicke Ya the Milwaukee website doesn't say. considering that it has the captive bar nut I was thinking maybe it has the adjustable oiler too?
good call on Milwaukee sending it to you fellas
Thanks for the video! I have one truck thats just about all battery equipment for smaller jobs. Im interested in buying this or the top new echo to add to the collection. That Milwaukee seems to have enough power to not stall out when you bury it in the wood! Beautiful tree, I wish we had more variety in Colorado.
Semua alat kerja canggih ya,,mahalkah Chainsaw nya?
You need a driveway damage disclaimer in your contract absolving you of liability for that. Not to say you still shouldn't try to avoid damage and perhaps fix it when it happens, but you could always point to the disclaimer for unreasonable clients.
Hey August, great video and review of the new Milwaukee saw! It looks like a decent option for guys like me that already have several Milwaukee cordless tools. How would you say the battery life compared to the Husqvarna and Stihl options?
Battery goes a bit fast I think 🤷🏼♂️
@@AugustHunicke Thank you sir. I thought that might be the case, like you said in the video maybe better with 1/4 pitch but there's probably not a compatible panther setup yet with such a new saw. Not sure I'm ready to drop $700 for the kit though. The ol Mac 310 I have is getting the job done for now.
Looks like a beautiful healthy Tulip tree.
If ya could just crane the chipper in. Then the truck. Thats a big crane. Cheers fullas always good vids
Any comments on bar oil flow for this or any of the electric saws? My EGO brand electric saw always runs too dry and hot it seems.
They're for small stuff. Where the electric or battery chainsaw are meant for light duty. Small limbs and trimming trash branches.
Instead a gas saw can be used constantly
Free stuff is cool. That thing looks like a toy. But Husky which everyone seems to like the battery costs as much as the saw and you want spares so benefit vs gas?
How about if its good enough for you?:)
How long is the battery life on it