Special Introductory Price*
* Purchase a new 550 XP for $1699 $1519.00. Effective 01/04/19 - 31/07/19, while stocks last at participating Husqvarna Servicing Dealers only.
Retained bar nuts
The retaining function prevents losing the bar nuts.
Slimmed-down design
Low, slender saw body makes the chainsaw easy and convenient to handle in any situation.
LowVib®
Effective anti-vibration dampeners absorb vibration, sparing the user's arms and hands.
Adjustable oil pump
Adjustable oil pump makes it easy to set the chain lubrication according to your needs.
Magnesium crankcase
Sturdily built crankcase withstands high rpms and tough professional use, ensuring a long service life. " class="feature col-sm-4 active">
X-Torq®
Delivers lower fuel consumption and reduced exhaust emission levels in accordance with the world's most stringent environmental regulations.
AutoTune
AutoTune gives optimum engine performance throughout automatic engine settings.
No time spent on carburettor adjustments. It compensates for
different fuels, altitude, humidity, temperature and clogged air filter.
Excellent cooling capacity for a longer engine life
Our new cooling system is optimised in every detail to give you a reliable chainsaw for any situation.
Felling sight to last a lifetime
Perfect sight is critical when felling – so we made one that will outlast the chainsaw itself.
Air Injection®
Centrifugal air cleaning system for reduced wear and longer operating time between filter cleaning.
Visible fuel level
Transparent fuel indicator makes it easy to check fuel level.
Snap-lock cylinder cover
Snap-lock cylinder cover saves time when changing spark plugs and cleaning.
Side-mounted chain tensioner
Side-mounted chain tensioner makes chain adjustment quick and easy.
Three-piece crankshaft
Forged three-piece crankshaft for maximum durability for the toughest applications.
Retained starter screws
The retaining function prevents loosing the screws holding the starter.
Flip up tank caps
Easy to open and secure firmly, even when wearing thick winter gloves.
| Engine | |
| Power output | 3.0 kW |
| Cylinder displacement | 50.1 cm³ |
| Maximum power speed | 10200 rpm |
| Idling speed | 2800 rpm |
| Torque, max. | 3.15 Nm |
| Torque, max. at rpm | 7800 rpm |
| Clutch engagement speed (±120) | 3900 rpm |
| Fuel consumption | 432 g/kWh |
| Fuel consumption | 1.3 kg/h |
| Spark plug | NGK CMR6H |
| Electrode gap | 0.5 mm |
| Ignition module air gap | 0.3 mm |
| Oil pump type | Adjustable flow, no flow at idle |
| Equipment | |
| Bar length (inch) | 18" |
| Chain type | SP33G |
| Chain speed at 133% of maximum engine power speed | 26.1 m/s |
| Sprocket type | Rim 7 |
| Bar mount | Small |
| Recommended bar length, min-max | 13-20 in |
| Dimensions | |
| Weight (excl. cutting equipment) | 5.3 kg |
| Lubricant | |
| Lubricant type | Husqvarna 2 stroke or equiv. at 50:1 |
| Oil tank volume | 0.32 l |
| Sound and Noise | |
| Sound power level, guaranteed (LWA) | 117 dB(A) |
| Sound power level, measured | 115 dB(A) |
| Sound pressure level at operators ear | 107 dB(A) |
| Vibration | |
| Equivalent vibration level (ahv, eq) front handle | 3.3 m/s² |
| Equivalent vibration level (ahv, eq) rear handle | 4.9 m/s² |
