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for its size, the MS280 can hit way above its pay grade, with a simple muffler mod it can pull a full chisel 3/8 chain on a 20" bar... not quite as fast as the 044 does, but it works...LOL not sure i am gonna keep the ms280 though, because why wouldn't i run the ported 044 now? LOL i currently have an 18" .325 bar on it, but it has almost no use...LOL the downsides to the saw are its a "homeowner" saw, and its case is half plastic, vs the pro saws from stihl being full cast magnesium, for more strength, and light weight... its also hard to get parts for, as it was a fairly short run saw, with mostly proprietary parts... and no aftermarket support... most all of the pro saws have some aftermarket support, upto and including complete kits...LOL
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