The Husqvarna 272 XP is a professional-grade petrol chainsaw built for forestry, timber cutting, farm work and demanding tree-felling applications.

The 24-inch version combines a 72.2cc engine, 3.6kW power output, and a 60cm / 24" guide bar, giving it the cutting capacity needed for medium-to-large timber and heavy-duty professional use. Husqvarna describes the 272 XP as a proven professional saw designed for demanding conditions, with features such as an adjustable oil pump, magnesium crankcase and three-piece crankshaft.

🪵 Key Features

• 🏷️ Brand: Husqvarna
• 🔢 Model: 272 XP
• ⛽ Engine Type: Petrol
• 🧪 Cylinder Displacement: 72.2cc
• ⚡ Power Output: 3.6kW
• 📏 Guide Bar Length: 24" / 60cm
• 🔗 Chain Pitch: 3/8"
• 📐 Chain Gauge: 1.5mm / 0.058"
• ⚡ Chain Speed at Maximum Power: 20.7m/s
• ⚖️ Weight: 6.3kg excluding cutting equipment
• 🛢️ Adjustable oil pump
• 🧱 Magnesium crankcase
• ⚙️ Three-piece crankshaft
• ✋ Ergonomic angled front handle
• 🛡️ Inertia-activated chain brake
• 🌲 Built for professional forestry use.

💪 72.2cc Professional Engine

The 72.2cc engine delivers 3.6kW of output power, providing the strength needed for demanding timber-cutting work.

It is well suited for:

• 🌲 Tree felling
• 🪵 Large timber cutting
• 🌳 Forestry work
• 🚜 Farm clearing
• 🪓 Firewood preparation
• 🏭 Sawmill and timber-yard use

📏 24" / 60cm Guide Bar

The 24-inch version is fitted with a 60cm bar, giving the saw good reach and cutting capacity for larger logs and timber. Husqvarna lists the 24-inch configuration with a 3/8" pitch, 1.5mm gauge and C85 chain.

⚙️ Heavy-Duty Construction

The 272 XP is engineered around professional-duty components, including:

• 🧱 Magnesium crankcase
• ⚙️ Three-piece crankshaft
• 🛢️ Adjustable oil pump
• 🔗 Professional chain system
• ✋ Ergonomic front handle

These features are intended to provide durability and reliable performance under demanding forestry conditions.

🛡️ Safety & Control

The saw includes an inertia-activated chain brake, designed to help reduce injury risk in kickback situations. Husqvarna also highlights its ergonomic angled front handle for improved handling during prolonged use. 

✅ Benefits

• Powerful 72.2cc engine
• 3.6kW output
• Large 24" cutting bar
• Professional 3/8" chain system
• High 20.7m/s chain speed
• Durable magnesium crankcase
• Three-piece crankshaft
• Adjustable oil pump
• Strong power-to-weight balance
• Built for demanding forestry work.

⚠️ Operating Notes

• 🥽 Always wear eye and face protection
• 🎧 Use hearing protection
• 🧤 Wear chainsaw gloves
• 👖 Use chainsaw-resistant trousers where possible
• 👢 Wear protective boots
• ⛽ Use the correct petrol/oil fuel mixture
• 🛢️ Keep the chain-oil reservoir filled
• 🔗 Maintain correct chain tension
• 🪚 Keep the chain properly sharpened
• 🛡️ Check the chain brake before operation
• 🚫 Never operate the chainsaw above shoulder height