Husqvarna 372XP Chainsaw

The Husqvarna 372XP is the 70 cc pro chainsaw that a generation of tree crews and loggers learned on, known for its strong torque and simple, durable build. It runs bars from 18 to 28 inches and handles everything from removals to bucking firewood-length rounds.

Why the 372XP still matters

Ask any veteran climber or logger about the chainsaw Husqvarna 372XP and you will hear the same thing: it is a workhorse. It has the grunt to pull a 24-inch bar through hardwood, it is light enough to carry all day on the ground, and it is simple to work on. That combination made it one of the most common pro saws on tree trucks for years.

Husqvarna has since moved its main 70 cc pro offering to the 572XP with AutoTune, and 372XP availability varies by market and dealer. Many crews still run 372XPs, and parts remain easy to find, which is part of why the 372xp keeps coming up in searches.

There is a reason used 372XPs still sell quickly. The engine is easy to rebuild, the clutch and sprocket are simple, and the saw tolerates hard use. Many climbers bought one as their first serious saw and kept it running for a decade or more with nothing more than regular filters, plugs and chains.

On the job

On a removal, the 372XP is the ground saw. It bucks wood as it comes down, cuts the trunk into manageable rounds and drops small to medium spars. A 20 or 24-inch bar suits most tree work. Firewood and storm crews often go to 24 or 28 inches. Keep in mind the saw's sweet spot is the middle of that range; longer bars work but slow the chain in big hardwood.

Fuel it with fresh 50:1 mix and keep the air filter clean, especially when cutting dry, dusty wood. Sharpen the chain often and check the sprocket and bar rails when you change chains.

For storm work, a 372XP with a 24-inch bar is a very practical setup. It has enough reach for most blowdowns, it is light enough to carry over brush and debris, and it has the power to cut through the root plate and trunk of medium trees. Swap to a shorter bar for limbing if you run it all day, since a shorter bar is quicker and less tiring.

372XP versus 572XP

The 572XP is the modern replacement in the 70 cc class. It adds AutoTune, which adjusts the carburetor for fuel, altitude and air filter condition, and a slightly different power curve. The 372XP is manually tuned and has a simpler design that some mechanics prefer. If you are buying new, compare the two side by side. See our Husqvarna 572XP page for the details.

Both saws use the same 3/8 in pitch chains and many of the same bars, so your existing bars and chains will often carry over if you move from one to the other. Confirm the bar mount and drive link count before you order.

Safety

Wear chainsaw chaps or pants, a helmet with face and hearing protection, gloves and cut-resistant boots. Check the chain brake before every shift. On tree jobs, follow ANSI Z133 and the operator's manual, and only run the saw if you are trained for the cuts you are making.