The Husqvarna 394 XP Chainsaw is an epic model that was produced from 1991 – 1996, and which has the nickname “Forest Giant.”
On their history page, Husqvarna shared this about the saw’s release in 1991:
The trial series of the Husqvarna 394 XP® was scheduled for transport to simultaneous launches in the United States and New Zealand.
The timetable was extremely tight, and the saws weren’t ready until a Saturday morning – when the factory gates are locked and there are no outgoing transports. By way of a last-ditch smuggling operation via a waiting taxi, the chainsaws reached their destinations in time. As a result, the launches were a hit.
Reviews
Check out these FB posts, where you can read reviews like:
- Makoi said, “Was very powerful… the forest giant.”
- James said, “Very powerful machine.”
- Pete said, “Love my 394 with 20-inch bar and 8 tooth driver.”
- Terrence said, “I have two 394s, they just cut different than the 395s . Favorite saw ever.”
- Eric, “I loved mine! Such an F’n beast! Heavy, shakes like crazy but would walk through 24″ red oak logs with ease.”
Here are some 394 XP pics shared in the comments.
Specifications
| Engine Specification | 394 XP |
| Cylinder displacement | 94 cc (5.7 cu in) |
| Cylinder bore | 56 mm (2.20 in) |
| Stroke | 38 mm (1.50 in) |
| Power output | 4.8 kW (6.5 hp) |
| Idle speed | 2,500 rpm |
| Recommended max speed (unloaded) | 12,500 rpm |
| Ignition System | |
| Manufacturer | SEM |
| Type | CD |
| Spark plug | Champion RCJ7Y |
| Electrode gap | 0.5 mm (0.020 in) |
| Fuel & Lubrication System | |
| Carburetor manufacturer | Walbro |
| Carburetor type | WJ 39 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 0.90 L (1.9 US pt) |
| Oil pump capacity @ 8,500 rpm | 14–21 ml/min |
| Oil tank capacity | 0.50 L (0.9 US pt) |
| Oil pump type | Automatic |
| Chain / Bar | |
| Standard bar length | 46 cm (18 in) |
| Recommended bar lengths | 46–91 cm (18–36 in) |
| Usable cutting length | 44–88 cm (17–35 in) |
| Chain speed at max power | 19.6 m/s |
| Chain pitch options | 3/8 in (9.52 mm) / 0.404 in (10.26 mm) |
| Drive link thickness options | 1.5 mm (0.058 in) / 1.6 mm (0.063 in) |
| Number of teeth on drive sprocket | 7 |
| Noise & Vibration Data | |
| Sound pressure level (operator’s ear) | 102 dB(A) |
| Sound power level | 111 dB(A) |
| Vibration level (front handle) | 6.5 m/s² |
| Vibration level (rear handle) | 10.2 m/s² |
| Weight | |
| Without bar & chain | 7.9 kg (17.4 lb) |
Download the Husqvarna 394 XP user manual here.
