Is the Husqvarna 130 good for a first chainsaw?

Yes for light yard work if you accept a gas saw's starting and tuning routine. It is simple and safe-featured, but not the easiest starter.

How does it compare with the Stihl MS 170?

The MS 170 is lighter and generally easier to start. The Husqvarna 130 counters with anti-vibration handles and an included case.

What bar and chain does it use?

A 16-inch bar with 0.38-inch (3/8 low-profile) pitch and 0.05-inch gauge chain. Buy replacement chains in that size.

Does it come with a case?

Yes, a carry case is included. You still need to add two-stroke oil, bar oil and fuel.

What fuel mix does it need?

A two-stroke mix of gasoline and Husqvarna-recommended oil, per the manual. Use fresh fuel; stale mix is a common cause of hard starting.

Where is the Husqvarna 130 Gas Chainsaw cheapest?

At SLE Equipment, for $239.00, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Husqvarna 130 Gas Chainsaw?

Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 123 ratings.

Where can I buy the Husqvarna 130 Gas Chainsaw?

14 stores we checked sell it, including Tractor Supply Co, SLE Equipment, Tractor Supply Company, Husqvarna, Acme Tools.

Husqvarna 130 Gas Chainsaw

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Husqvarna 130 Gas Chainsaw

Best price now

$239.00at SLE EquipmentChecked 1 h ago

Compared across 14 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

Visit SLE Equipment

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Lowest price today: $239.00 at SLE Equipment (checked Nov 10, 2026).
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Our take on the Husqvarna 130 Gas Chainsaw

The Husqvarna 130 is a 38 cc homeowner gas chainsaw with a 16-inch bar, 2 hp and a 9,000 rpm top engine speed. It brings Husqvarna's anti-vibration system, an inertia chain brake and a carry case to the entry level. It suits light property work: limbing, bucking small firewood and clearing storm debris. Against the Stihl MS 170 and Echo CS-310 it is heavier and less refined, and owner ratings are mixed, with hard starting and tuning complaints common.

Best forHomeowners with occasional limbing and small firewoodStorm cleanup and brush clearingBuyers who want a case and anti-vibration at entry levelGas users who don't want to deal with batteries

Pros

Anti-vibration handles reduce fatigue in longer cuts
Inertia chain brake and low kickback bar for safer handling
16-inch bar handles small-to-medium logs and limbs
Carry case included for storage and transport
Simple two-stroke engine, easy to service yourself

Cons

Hard to start when cold or after sitting, per many owners
Needs frequent carburetor tuning to run right
Heavier and less smooth than the Stihl MS 170
38 cc runs out of power in larger hardwood
Mixed owner ratings suggest inconsistent quality

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Husqvarna 130 Gas Chainsaw price history

Lowest price we've seen: $239.00 on Nov 10 at SLE Equipment. Tracked across 14 stores since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

2.9 / 5123 ratings

Owner feedback is mixed. Many praise the anti-vibration handles and the included case, but a large share report hard cold starts, carburetor tuning trouble and stalling. Several say it cuts well once dialed in.

What people mention

StartingCriticisedOwners often say it takes many pulls to start cold or after storage.
CarburetorCriticisedReviewers report needing frequent tuning and stalling at idle.
VibrationPraisedThe anti-vibration system is called comfortable for its class.
PowerMixedFine for limbs and softwood, but bogged down in larger hardwood.
BuildMixedSome find it solid and others report inconsistent quality.

Specifications

Power Type: Gas
Saw Style: Straight Bar
Safety Features: With Chain Brake
With Anti-Vibration System: Yes
With Case: Yes
Color: Orange
Bar Length: 16 inches bar
Engine Size

Questions and answers

Is the Husqvarna 130 good for a first chainsaw?: Yes for light yard work if you accept a gas saw's starting and tuning routine. It is simple and safe-featured, but not the easiest starter.
How does it compare with the Stihl MS 170?: The MS 170 is lighter and generally easier to start. The Husqvarna 130 counters with anti-vibration handles and an included case.
What bar and chain does it use?: A 16-inch bar with 0.38-inch (3/8 low-profile) pitch and 0.05-inch gauge chain. Buy replacement chains in that size.
Does it come with a case?: Yes, a carry case is included. You still need to add two-stroke oil, bar oil and fuel.
What fuel mix does it need?: A two-stroke mix of gasoline and Husqvarna-recommended oil, per the manual. Use fresh fuel; stale mix is a common cause of hard starting.
Where is the Husqvarna 130 Gas Chainsaw cheapest?: At SLE Equipment, for $239.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Husqvarna 130 Gas Chainsaw?: Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 123 ratings.
Where can I buy the Husqvarna 130 Gas Chainsaw?: 14 stores we checked sell it, including Tractor Supply Co, SLE Equipment, Tractor Supply Company, Husqvarna, Acme Tools.