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450 Rancher 50.2-cc 2-cycle 20-in Gas Chainsaw

Ratings & Reviews for Husqvarna 450 Rancher 50.2-cc 2-cycle 20-in Gas Chainsaw

3.7
117
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 3.7 out of 5
117 Reviews


59% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

Customers praise this chainsaw for powerful performance, reliable starting, and excellent cutting ability through thick wood and demanding tasks. Most highlight the ideal power-to-weight ratio, balanced handling, and 20-inch bar as perfect for substantial branches and trunks. However, a notable group reports chain retention issues, with chains popping off during side cuts or guides no longer fitting the bar. Some mention difficulty with choke operation or slight back-end weight. Despite these concerns, most customers find the powerful performance and cutting capability outweigh the drawbacks.

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117 Customer Reviews

product not received as promised had to request re

Would Not Recommend

Never received product after online purchase made. Fedex cancelled promised delivery date then rerouted product to various places including from Bethlehem PA to Texas. I was told by Lowes that I the customer had to follow up with Fedex which was time consuming and frustrating because they could not find package. Upon request of refund I was told it would take 3-10days. This has tied up my money for potential of 20 days and I still dont have the chainsaw I need

August 20, 2026
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Response from HusqvarnaAugust 24, 2026

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Don't Buy

Would Not Recommend

Cuts and runs good, but the chain keeps popping off and gets bent easily. I've had to buy several chains already. I wouldn't buy again. I never had this issue with my Echo.

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Response from HusqvarnaAugust 20, 2026

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Starts when it wants, not when you want it to

Would Not Recommend

Purchased from Lowe’s Escondido CA. Only ever used the Husqvarna fuel. This thing is really hard to start. Prepare to get a real workout. Really regret this purchase. When it finally does start, the chain needs constant adjustment. This is a poorly designed chainsaw.

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Response from HusqvarnaAugust 11, 2026

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Horrible

Would Not Recommend

We purchased this and on the first use the primer messed up and has poured everywhere. Had to get another one because we were in mid job and it happened to the new chainsaw. I don’t recommend this product at all.

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We’re sorry to hear this happened, especially during a job and after replacing the saw. A primer issue and fuel leakage on first use is not the exper...

Response from HusqvarnaJuly 16, 2026

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Keep looking

Would Not Recommend

Buy a Stihl....for what you spend dollar for dollar DO NOT buy this chainsaw. This is by the worst chainsaw I've ever had the displeasure using. Hears good things about it, thought id give it a chance, I will never buy Husqvarna again. I've been through 3 chains and 2 bars, something in the sawnitself keeps knocking about 5 teeth in a row on every chain, I've replaced half my parts inside to prevent it from happening. Still Knicks blades. Called manufacturer and of course, no help there. Bar b...

July 9, 2026
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Response from HusqvarnaJuly 9, 2026

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Worse chainsaw I’ve owned

Chainsaw tensioner is terrible and requires frequent (almost immediate) adjustments even after just 2-3 minutes of use. The chain it came with required adjustment to allow for a better bite (didn’t cut whatsoever). Difficult to start even on first use. You will be pulling to start, A LOT! Still difficult to start. Would not recommend.. I got a free Poulan from the side of the road that worked better than this. Husqvarna should be embarrassed their name is on this.

June 25, 2026
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Response from HusqvarnaJune 26, 2026

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Worth the money for this quality!

Would Recommend

My hubby likes everything about this saw. He has had the others (brands and styles) and this saw is top notch quality!!

June 19, 2026
From 450 Rancher 50.2-cc 2-cycle 20-in Gas Chainsaw Verified Purchaser
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Response from HusqvarnaJune 22, 2026

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Factory defect

Would Not Recommend

Purchased, April, three months ago. Used five times. Overheats and chain keeps jumping off the bar. Referred to local repair shop by Husqvarna. The shop just repeated what I described as to the problem with the chainsaw. In their own words the problem was my own problem. No options or ideas as far as repairing the chainsaw. The shop just didn't want to bother.

June 18, 2026
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Response from HusqvarnaJune 18, 2026

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Best of the beat

Would Recommend

Always the best chain saw

June 14, 2026
From 450 Rancher 50.2-cc 2-cycle 20-in Gas Chainsaw Verified Purchaser
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Response from HusqvarnaJune 15, 2026

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Would Not Recommend

Here's a refined version you can use for a complaint, review, or escalation: I purchased this product for over $400 and used it for approximately 10 minutes before the chain came off. When I returned to Lowe's seeking an exchange or refund, I was informed that the product could not be returned because more than 48 hours had passed since the purchase. I find this policy extremely disappointing. A product of this cost should not fail after only a few minutes of use, and customers should have a r...

June 5, 2026
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Response from HusqvarnaJune 8, 2026

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Great saw

Would Recommend

This thing is a beast, starts right up and runs strong.

May 26, 2026
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Response from HusqvarnaMay 26, 2026

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Chain saw

Would Recommend

This is my third Rancher in 25 years. They great saws and very few issues.

May 19, 2026
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Response from HusqvarnaMay 19, 2026

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Would Recommend

Good power, a little heavy on the back end but handles well. Made with quality in mind.

May 11, 2026
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Response from HusqvarnaMay 13, 2026

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Use good fuel

Would Recommend

3rd one I owed, very reasonable price and very well made

May 2, 2026
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Response from HusqvarnaMay 12, 2026

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The choke lever works different most.

Would Recommend

It's light and has good power for its size.

April 25, 2026
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Response from HusqvarnaApril 28, 2026

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