Chainsaw Caliber: an overview of the model range and how to choose a tool in terms of price / quality ratio + owner reviews
Gasoline chain saws Caliber are an excellent solution for felling trees and preparing firewood at their summer cottage, in a country house.
Each tool is lightweight and easy to use on a daily basis.
The Russian manufacturer offers a wide range of chainsaws, which differ in power, tire length, and a set of built-in options.
Products have become the golden mean in terms of price / quality ratio.
To choose the most optimal solution, you should be guided by this article.
How to choose and what to look for?
- Pay attention to power... For domestic needs, 1.8-3 kW is enough.
- Bus length... A good indicator is from 50 to 90 cm.
- Chain pitch... The best option is 0.325 inches.
- Gas tank capacity... For continuous operation, a container with a volume of 55 liters or more is sufficient.
- Additional options... There must be an emergency brake, chain tension (preferably lateral), power button lock, soft start system, vibration damper.
Rating of TOP-8 best models
CALIBER BP-2600 / 18U
Petrol chain saw with 45 cm bar, 3/8 '' chain pitch... The main purpose is felling wood, sawing into logs, preparing firewood.
But the tool can be used in construction work (for example, preparing a log house).
The model is equipped with a quick stop of the movement, which eliminates the occurrence of injuries to the operator... The design has a comfortable shape.
The saw is comfortable to use, easy to carry out maintenance yourself.
Specifications:
- power - 2.6 kW;
- number of speeds - 1;
- gas tank volume - 0.55 l, oil capacity - 0.26 l;
- weight - 6.1 kg.
Dignity:
- minimum vibration level;
- endurance;
- reliable assembly;
- high cutting accuracy;
- quick start.
disadvantages:
- factory chain, tire.
CALIBER BP-2200 / 18U
This gasoline saw will help out in the country, construction sites... Equipped with 45 cm tire, air-cooled two-stroke engine.
Vibration damping improves operating comfort, and quick stop of travel eliminates operator injury from kickback or chain pinching.
Thanks to the primer, starting a cold engine is much faster.
The chain pitch is 3/8 '' so the sawing process is quicker.
Specifications:
- power - 2.2 kW;
- engine displacement - 45 cubic meters. cm;
- gas tank volume - 0.55 l, oil capacity - 0.26 l;
- weight - 6.2 kg.
Dignity:
- stable air cooling;
- electric starter;
- precise cut due to the toothed stop;
- adjustment of the oil pump;
- comfortable handles.
disadvantages:
CALIBER BP-1800 / 16U
Household saw for solving simple tasks - sawing logs, felling trees, pruning branches... This is a great example for homework.
Has a bar length of 40 cm and a 3/8-inch chain pitch, which is enough for woodworking.
Starting the engine is facilitated by a primer, and occurs with a starting cable with electronic ignition.
For safe operation, the tool is equipped with a quick stop of the stroke, dampers, rubberized pads on the handle.
Specifications:
- power - 1.8 kW;
- number of speeds - 1;
- oil tank volume - 0.26 l;
- weight - 6.1 kg.
Dignity:
- forced lubrication system;
- side chain tensioner;
- simple operation;
- quick start;
- economical consumption of gasoline mixture.
Disadvantages:
CALIBER BP-2800 / 18U
Powerful chain saw for felling, construction work and firewood... Equipped with a 45 cm bar with a 3/8 inch chain pitch.
It is equipped with a primer for preliminary fuel preparation, and when paired with an electric starter, it provides a quick start.
For the safety of the operator, an inertial brake is provided, which is automatically triggered when the chain is jammed or broken..
The vibration damping system reduces the load on the owner's hands, the side chain tensioner eliminates contact with the chain.
Specifications:
- power - 2.8 kW;
- number of speeds - 1;
- gas tank volume - 0.55 l, oil capacity - 0.26 l;
- weight - 6.2 kg.
Dignity:
- comfortable work;
- dynamic chain lubrication;
- long battery life;
- trouble-free emergency brake;
- easy start.
disadvantages:
- build quality;
- factory chain.
CALIBER BP-2200/18
Lightweight, ergonomic chainsaw for maintenance of the garden and home, sawing logs... It gets the job done with ease with its 45cm bar and 3/8 '' chain pitch.
Smooth guidance is achieved with comfortable handles, balanced center of gravity and anti-vibration system.
The inertial brake is responsible for the instantaneous stopping of the chain in emergency situations..
A prerequisite for the efficient operation of the tool is the use of only a high-quality fuel mixture.
Specifications:
- power - 2.2 kW;
- number of speeds - 1;
- gas tank volume - 0.67 l;
- the volume of the oil tank is 0.35 l.
Dignity:
- convenient control;
- safe work;
- high cutting accuracy;
- primer;
- double air filtration system.
disadvantages:
- fuel consumption;
- strong vibration;
- fragile plastic.
CALIBER BP-1500 / 16U
It is a household modification with a two-stroke air-cooled engine... Equipped with a 40 cm bar, which allows you to cut wood much faster and more accurately.
The engine is started manually with a primer: after tightening the starting cable, fuel begins to pump up, the engine starts.
For the accuracy of the cut, the serrated stop, which is supplied in the kit, is responsible.
Safety is provided by an inertial brake, a protective cover and an anti-vibration system.
Specifications:
- power - 1.5 kW;
- number of speeds - 1;
- rotation speed - 11,000 rpm;
- gas tank volume - 0.55 l, oil capacity - 0.26 l;
- weight - 6.1 kg.
Dignity:
- tool chain tension;
- forced lubrication of the chain;
- safe operation;
- minimum fuel consumption;
- quick start.
disadvantages:
- equipment.
CALIBER BP-2300/18
Powerful chainsaw for felling, sawing logs, preparing firewood, and other similar work... Equipped with an air-cooled 2-stroke engine, 45 cm bar, factory 3/8-inch chain.
The system is started with a manual starter, the oil supply is automatically adjustable.
Emergency brake activates when the chain is unstable to improve operator safety.
The handles are equipped with rubber pads to reduce stress on the hands.
Specifications:
- power - 2.3 kW;
- rotation speed - 11,500 rpm;
- engine displacement - 49.3 cubic meters. cm;
- gas tank volume - 0.54 l, oil capacity - 0.24 l;
- weight - 7 kg.
Dignity:
- quick start;
- stable engine;
- safe operation;
- high cutting accuracy;
- lightweight construction.
Disadvantages:
CALIBER BP-2600 / 18U Promo
This tool will be a good helper when sawing logs, felling trees, construction work.... It is equipped with an air-cooled two-stroke engine and is started with a recoil starter.
A safety system is provided in the form of an emergency brake, a vibration damper, a protective casing.
Work can take place in any position.
Cutting accuracy is ensured by the serrated stop. Maintenance can be done by yourself as all working parts are easily accessible.
Specifications:
- power - 2.6 kW;
- number of speeds - 1;
- chain pitch - 3/8 inch;
- tire length - 45 cm;
- gas tank volume - 0.55 l, oil capacity - 0.26 l;
- weight - 6.2 kg.
Dignity:
- long battery life;
- safe and comfortable operation;
- capacious tank;
- primer;
- stable, durable motor;
- good equipment.
Disadvantages:
Customer Reviews
Valery: “I have been using the KALIBR BP-2200 / 18U chainsaw for a long time. I have never been disappointed.Perfectly cuts logs with a diameter of 15 cm, thus obtaining a neat cut. Starts up quickly, the engine is of high quality. Recommend.".
Alexander: “I bought a gasoline saw CALIBR BP-2200/18. I read reviews that this tool is ideal for working with wood. But the opposite is true. It takes a lot of gasoline, when cutting, the movements are strongly given to the hands, the plastic began to crumble after three uses. There is no factory chain. I do not advise.".
Pavel: “I have a CALIBR BP-2600 / 18U Promo chain saw. A great tool for your money. Saws, cuts, cuts clearly and quickly. The engine is powerful, stable. The launch is smooth, the first time. I advise. "
