The Husqvarna 444 SE is a small 44cc pro-saw that was produced from 1980 to 1984.
Here’s an old Husky advertisement that mentions the model…
Husqvarna 444 : Small pro saw. For felling stands of average diameter.
As you can see, it was a contemporary of the 44, 61, and 162.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| General Information | |
| Manufacturer | Husqvarna Vapenfabriks AB – Huskvarna, Sweden |
| Years produced | 1980–1984 |
| Operator configuration | One-man operation |
| Construction | Die-cast magnesium |
| Colour scheme | Husqvarna Orange enamel |
| Engine Specification | |
| Cylinder displacement | 44 cc (2.68 cu in) |
| Cylinder bore | 42 mm (1.65 in) |
| Stroke | 32 mm (1.26 in) |
| Cylinder type | Aluminum with chrome-plated bore |
| Intake method | Piston ported |
| Maximum engine speed | 9,000 rpm |
| Ignition advance | 27–28° BTDC @ 9,000 rpm |
| Ignition System | |
| Magneto type | Electronic |
| Ignition timing | Fixed |
| Flywheel/coil air gap | 0.3 mm (0.012 in) |
| Spark plug | Bosch WS7F / Champion CJ7Y |
| Spark plug gap | 0.5 mm (0.020 in) |
| Fuel & Lubrication System | |
| Carburetor | Walbro HDC-51B (diaphragm type) |
| Fuel tank capacity | 0.50 L (1.06 US pt) |
| Oil tank capacity | 0.25 L (0.53 US pt) |
| Fuel mix ratio | 40:1 |
| Recommended fuel | Regular gasoline |
| Oil specification | Two-stroke chain saw mix oil |
| Oil pump | Automatic, adjustable |
| Drive & Clutch | |
| Clutch type | Centrifugal |
| Drive type | Direct |
| Chain brake | Mechanical |
| Handlebar system | Anti-vibration |
| Crankshaft main bearings | Ball bearings |
| Cutting Equipment | |
| Chain pitch | .325 in |
| Guide bar (standard) | 32–33 cm (13 in) |
| Shortest supplied bar | 33 cm (13 in) |
| Longest supplied bar | 35 cm (15 in) |
| Bar mount pattern | 01 |
| Weight | |
| With 32 cm bar & chain (SE) | 6.0 kg (13.2 lb) |
| With 32 cm bar, chain & brake (SG) | 6.1 kg (13.4 lb) |
Variant Notes:
- SE – Standard model
- SG – Heated handles
- FE – Nordfeller attachment
- FG – Nordfeller attachment + heated handles
Comments and pictures from our FB posts on the model.
Steve said:
They would scream at the factory specs of something like 14.5k RPM!
A souped up 44
Share your experiences with the 444 SE down below!
