The vintage ECHO 701 and 701S were heavy-duty 70 cc chainsaws aimed at professional woodcutters.
In period Echo literature, the 701S is promoted as a more refined version of the same workhorse idea, with more usable power, easy starting, dependable operation, and low maintenance. The brochure puts special emphasis on the 701S VL’s “Vibe-Less” rubber-mounted anti-vibration system, along with dual oiling, heavy-duty cooling, advanced dust sealing, and a decompression lever for easier starts.
Together, the 701 and 701S reflect Echo’s push to build rugged, high-torque saws for serious daily work. As the brochure says, the 701S was “designed by professionals for professionals,” combining heavy-duty performance with a smoother, more controlled feel.
ECHO 701 S VL Brochure
KIORITZ ECHO 701S VL VIBE-LESS
The heavy-duty workhorse that acts and feels like a thoroughbred!
ECHO presents a new model developed with professional woodcutters-minded engineering concept.
Strategically located rubber mounts absorb nearly all vibration.
Decompression lever drops cylinder pressures … makes starting easy.
ECHO 701S_VL
Designed by professionals for professionals
If you make your living cutting wood, here’s the heavy-duty chain saw you’ve been looking for. ECHO 701S delivers more usable power than any other 70 cc model made. And that’s a fact. ECHO engines are manufactured by KIORITZ . . . a leading name in snowmobiles and well known for easy starts, dependability and low maintenance.
ECHO’s “VIBE-LESS” system calms the jitters you encounter in other chain saws. Five strategic rubber mounts absorb vibration before it gets to your hands. Compare these additional features against any other popular make:
- two-finger starting
- heavy-duty cooling system
- dual oiling system
- advanced dust sealing system
We’ll match our specifications and performance against anyone’s. Your ECHO dealer can prove it.
CAUTION: Please use both hands and help prevent accidents.
Specifications
Engine — General outline
Single cylinder, two-cycle, air-cooled. Die cast magnesium alloy crankcase and shroud; heat-resistant aluminum alloy cylinder with porous hard chrome plated bore walls; counterbalanced crankshaft, piston, and connecting rod; needle bearings for all vital moving parts; decompression valve to release cylinder pressure for easy starting; all-round high torque characteristics for steady power and stamina.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions, w/o bar & chain | 17.52 × 9.72 × 11.00 in. |
| Dimensions, w/o bar & chain | 448 × 243 × 275 mm |
| Dry weight w/o bar & chain | 14.30 lbs. / 6.50 kg |
| Dry weight w/ std. bar & chain | 18.70 lbs. / 8.50 kg |
| Displacement (bore × stroke) | 4.31 cu. in. (2.00φ × 1.44 in.) / 70.7 cc (50φ × 36 mm) |
| Compression ratio | 7 : 1 |
| Carburetor | Tillotson diaphragm HS-54B |
| Ignition | Flywheel magneto |
| Spark plug | NGK BM-6A |
| Starter | Recoil starter |
| Clutch | 6-shoe centrifugal type |
| Fuel mixture | 20 : 1 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 25 oz. / 740 cc |
| Oil tank capacity | 12 oz. / 355 cc |
| Oiling system | Automatic oiler with manual booster |
| Muffler | High-frequency noise dampener |
| Bar length | 16″, 20″, 24″, 28″ |
| Chain pitch | 3/8″ OREGON 72LP |
| Chain gauge | 0.050″ |
| No. of chain links | 69E; 81E; 92E |
| Sprocket | 7 tooth spur-type, 3/8″ pitch |
Reviews
Reviews from these FB posts:
- Timothy said, “Very slow, lots of small repairs. Same layout design as the 451/452.”
- Ab said, “Left-handed can’t use this chainsaw.”
- Wesley said, “Hard to keep going still have one but a bit damaged.”
- Phil said, “Great saw a little heavy but well made. I have a couple of these.”
- Ayden said, “Those and the old homelites are fun little saws.”
