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Profile: Solo 636

By Steve Nix, About.com

solo636
Price Range: $270 (US)
Weight: 8.6 pounds
Standard Equipment: 14" chain; 14" bar
Power Specs: Engine Displacement (cc): 35.2 Power Rating/BHP : 2.1 bhp
Advantages: The machine is called a "hobby saw" by the Solo company but comes with some very professional features including low maintenance construction and an eco-matic lubrication system. It is one of the lightest weight saws I've reviewed.
Summary: The Solo 636 is a very light-weight but powerful saw. Low weight and superb engine performance make this machine especially attractive as a prefered first perchase for the casual user in the yard and on the farm.

The machine is called a "hobby saw" by the Solo company but comes with some very professional features including low maintenance construction and an eco-matic lubrication system. It is the lightest weight saw I have reviewed.

A quote from an Arbor Age review on small chainsaws and the Solo 636: “This is quite a nice saw with plenty of power.”

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