Husqvarna K 970 Chain Saw | Bar and Chains Sold Separately

The petrol power cutter Husqvarna K 970 Chain has a unique cutting depth, allowing you to cut 390 mm from one side. It can also make openings as small as 11 x 11 cm, which makes it perfect for irregularly shaped openings. Ideal for cutting minor adjustments to window and door openings, when you don't want to over-cut the corner.

Cutting depth, max - 16 in
Output power - 6.5 hp

FEATURES
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Irregular deep cutting perfect for small openings
Possible to make openings as small as 4" x 4"

Easy tension of chain
We have developed a special series of diamond chains for the K 970 Chain. They're available in a variety of hardnesses, for different types of cutting jobs, and are designed for high-power, tough operation. Fitting the saw bar and chain is very easy, and the chain is tensioned without any tools.

Sturdy and reliable
Less sensitive to outdoor conditions and fuel variations, thanks to the cylinder design and muffler with integrated heat deflector.

Easy to start
The unique design of the carburetor, cylinder and digital ignition system, together with air purge and decompression valve, ensure an easy start.

Long service intervals
A strong Poly-V belt combined with our maintenance-free DuraStarter™ and efficient filter-system Active Air Filtration™ ensure long service intervals.

Light and powerful
A light, compact and powerful machine with superior power-to-weight ratio.

High power with less fuel
Our built-in automatic filter compensation SmartCarb™ maintains high power and lowers fuel consumption.

Maintenance-free starter
Patented, dust sealed starter unit with a sealed return spring and pulley bearing. DuraStarter™ also includes a starter cord with greatly increased durability. This makes the starter virtually maintenance free, further enhancing the reliability of our cutters.

Less emissions and fuel consumption
Our X-Torq® engine produces less emissions, has lower fuel consumption and results in more power.

Wet cutting kit
The water adjustment gives efficient dust management and makes operation easier and more efficient.

Anti-vibration system
Our anti-vibration system reduces vibrations in the cutter handles, so they are more comfortable to hold and can be used for longer periods. To provide the user a comfortable operating position reduced strain, the distance between the handles is large. The handles and the short engine body mean the user always stands close to the machine, for easier handling and control.

DuraStarter™
Our virtually maintenance free starter, thanks to the dust-sealed starter and the durable starter cord.

SmartCarb™
Our built-in automatic filter compensation maintains high power during the air filter life time.

Adjustment to openings
Cutting for minor adjustments to window and door openings.

Blocks, curbstones and pavers
Cutting building blocks, curbstones and garden pavers.

Cast concrete
Cutting cast concrete.

Deep cutting
Irregular deep cutting.

Floors and walls
Regular cutting in floors and walls.

Grooves
Cutting grooves for expansion joints and crack repair.

Pipes
Pipe cutting.

Engine
Output power
6.5 hp
Cylinder displacement
5.71 cu.inch
Electrode gap
0.02 in
Exhaust emissions (CO2 EU V)
736 g/kWh
Cutting equipment
Cutting depth, max
16 in
Blade thickness, max
0.22 in
Peripheral speed, max
5100 fpm

Dimensions
Product size width
10.7 in
Product size height
14.57 in
Weight
21.4 lbs
Sound and noise
Sound power level, guaranteed (LWA)
115 dB(A)
Sound pressure level at operators ear
104 dB(A)

Vibrations
Vibrations left/front handle
3.6 m/s²
Vibrations right/rear handle
4.7 m/s²
Certifications
Cert machine dir. 2006/42/EC Decl. No.
EURO TEST CERTIFICATE SEC/10/2286.

RECOMMENDED MATERIALS FOR ELITE-CHAIN C70

Optimal

  • Brick
  • Block

Good

  • Concrete soft

Acceptable

  • Concrete medium

RECOMMENDED MATERIALS FOR VARI-CHAIN C45

Optimal

  • Concrete medium

Good

  • Concrete soft
  • Block

Acceptable

  • Concrete hard
  • Brick

RECOMMENDED MATERIALS FOR ELITE-CHAIN C20

Optimal

  • Concrete hard
  • Natural stone

Good

  • Concrete medium
  • Concrete soft

Acceptable

  • Brick
  • Block

RECOMMENDED MATERIALS FOR ELITE-CHAIN C45

Optimal

  • Concrete medium
  • Concrete soft

Good

  • Reinforced concrete
  • Concrete hard
  • Brick
  • Block

Acceptable

  • Natural stone