Husqvarna 455 Rancher Petrol Chainsaw 18″
The Husqvarna 455 Rancher is a powerful 55.5cc all-round petrol chainsaw for landowners, smallholders, farmers and experienced domestic users who regularly tackle demanding cutting work.
Its 2.6kW X-Torq® engine provides the torque needed for processing larger firewood, clearing storm-damaged timber and maintaining woodland, farms and estates. This version is supplied with an 18-inch / 45cm guide bar and Husqvarna H25 chain.
The 455 Rancher is part of Husqvarna’s 400-series. It offers more capacity than a lighter homeowner chainsaw but is not an XP-series professional forestry saw. Browse our complete range of Husqvarna chainsaws or compare all of our petrol chainsaws.
Is the Husqvarna 455 Rancher Right for You?
Choose the 455 Rancher if you need a chainsaw for:
- Regular firewood and log processing
- Cutting larger-diameter timber than a lightweight homeowner saw is designed for
- Maintaining a farm, estate, smallholding or woodland
- Clearing fallen branches and storm-damaged timber
- Appropriate tree-felling work by a trained and competent operator
- A step up from a 40cc or lightweight 50cc chainsaw
Consider a Different Chainsaw If:
- You mainly carry out light pruning or occasional garden work
- You need the lowest possible weight for prolonged handling
- You want a cordless chainsaw with simpler starting and reduced routine engine maintenance
- You require an XP-series professional forestry chainsaw for daily commercial use
Customers who are unsure where this model sits in the range can read our guide to choosing the right Husqvarna chainsaw.
Masseys’ Expert View
We recommend the Husqvarna 455 Rancher to customers who regularly process substantial quantities of firewood or maintain larger properties where a lighter homeowner chainsaw can begin to feel underpowered.
The main trade-off is weight. The 455 Rancher produces 2.6kW but weighs 6kg before the guide bar and chain are fitted. A customer cutting smaller timber for longer periods may prefer the lighter Husqvarna 450S. The 455 Rancher is the better fit when additional engine capacity and torque are more important than saving approximately one kilogram of power-unit weight.
For lighter garden maintenance, smaller firewood and more manageable handling, consider the Husqvarna 435 II.
Key Features of the Husqvarna 455 Rancher
55.5cc X-Torq® Engine
The 55.5cc X-Torq® petrol engine produces 2.6kW and a chain speed of 20m/s at maximum power. It is designed to provide strong torque for demanding all-round cutting.
18-Inch Guide Bar and H25 Chain
This model is supplied with an 18-inch / 45cm guide bar and Husqvarna H25 chain with a .325-inch pitch. The fitted combination is well suited to regular firewood processing and demanding property maintenance.
Husqvarna specifies a manufacturer guide-bar range of 33–60cm for this model. Only use an approved bar, chain and sprocket combination suitable for the machine and intended application.
Smart Start® Technology
The engine and starter system are designed to reduce the effort required when starting the chainsaw.
Air Purge
The air-purge system removes air from the carburettor and fuel system to support easier starting.
Combined Choke and Stop Control
The combined control simplifies starting and helps reduce the risk of flooding the engine.
Air Injection™
Husqvarna’s centrifugal Air Injection™ system removes larger particles before they reach the air filter. This can reduce the frequency of routine filter cleaning in normal conditions.
LowVib® Anti-Vibration System
LowVib® dampeners reduce the vibration transferred to the handles, helping to reduce strain on the operator’s hands and arms during appropriate periods of use.
Side-Mounted Chain Tensioner
The side-mounted tensioning mechanism gives convenient access when checking and adjusting chain tension.
Quick-Release Air Filter
The filter can be removed easily for routine inspection and cleaning.
Three-Piece Crankshaft
A forged three-piece crankshaft provides the durability required for repeated, demanding cutting work.
Adjustable Oil Pump
The adjustable oil pump allows the chain-oil flow to be matched to the cutting conditions and bar-and-chain setup.
Inertia-Activated Chain Brake
The inertia-activated chain brake is designed to engage during certain kickback events. It is an important safety feature but does not replace correct technique, training or personal protective equipment.
Felling Marks
Dedicated marks on the saw body can assist a competent operator with directional alignment during appropriate felling work.
Husqvarna 455 Rancher Technical Specifications
| Specification | Husqvarna 455 Rancher 18″ |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Husqvarna |
| Model | 455 Rancher |
| Manufacturer article number | 970 61 37-18 |
| Engine displacement | 55.5cm³ |
| Power output | 2.6kW |
| Chain speed at maximum power | 20m/s |
| Supplied guide bar | 18 inches / 45cm |
| Manufacturer guide-bar range | 33–60cm |
| Chain type | Husqvarna H25 |
| Chain pitch | .325 inch |
| Weight | 6kg excluding cutting equipment |
| Sound pressure at operator’s ear | 107dB(A) |
| Guaranteed sound power level | 115dB(A) |
| Front-handle vibration | 3.8m/s² |
| Rear-handle vibration | 6.9m/s² |
Specifications relate to the Husqvarna 455 Rancher 18-inch model, manufacturer article number 970 61 37-18. Manufacturers can update specifications; check the supplied machine and documentation where an exact specification is essential.
Compare the 455 Rancher with Other Husqvarna Chainsaws
| Model | Engine | Power | Supplied Bar | Best Suited To |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Husqvarna 435 II | 40.9cm³ | 1.6kW | 15 inches | Regular firewood, limbing and general garden or property maintenance |
| Husqvarna 450S | 50.2cm³ | 2.4kW | 18 inches | Regular firewood and estate work where lower weight is important |
| Husqvarna 455 Rancher | 55.5cm³ | 2.6kW | 18 inches | Larger firewood, demanding property maintenance and landowner work |
455 Rancher or 450S?
The Husqvarna 450S is lighter and may be easier to handle during longer sessions. The 455 Rancher has a larger 55.5cc engine and slightly higher output, making it better suited to customers who regularly encounter larger timber or more demanding workloads.
Neither model is automatically right for every user. Base the decision on timber size, frequency of use, operator experience and the weight you can handle safely.
Prepared and Supported by Masseys
Masseys is an authorised Husqvarna dealer with an in-house garden machinery workshop in Woodville, near Swadlincote, Derbyshire.
Before handover, your chainsaw is:
- Assembled by the Masseys garden machinery team
- Pre-delivery inspected and test run
- Checked for correct guide-bar and chain installation
- Checked for appropriate chain tension and oil flow
- Initially set up using Aspen alkylate fuel
- Registered for the applicable Husqvarna warranty, subject to the manufacturer’s terms
- Supplied with operating and routine-maintenance guidance at collection
Learn more about Aspen fuel, browse our chainsaw oils and fuel products, or view our garden machinery servicing and repair service.
Chainsaw Safety
Chainsaws are high-risk cutting machines. Read and follow the operator’s manual, use suitable chainsaw personal protective equipment and only undertake work for which you have the necessary knowledge, competence and safe working arrangements.
Appropriate protection may include chainsaw trousers, protective footwear, gloves, eye protection, hearing protection and a suitable helmet. Do not use a conventional rear-handled chainsaw above ground level.
Husqvarna 455 Rancher FAQs
Is the Husqvarna 455 Rancher a professional chainsaw?
No. The 455 Rancher is a high-capacity 400-series landowner chainsaw intended for demanding all-round work. It is not an XP-series professional forestry chainsaw.
What is the Husqvarna 455 Rancher best used for?
It is best suited to regular firewood processing, maintaining farms, estates, smallholdings and woodland, clearing fallen timber and appropriate felling work by a competent operator.
How powerful is the Husqvarna 455 Rancher?
It has a 55.5cm³ X-Torq® engine producing 2.6kW, with a chain speed of 20m/s at maximum power.
How much does the Husqvarna 455 Rancher weigh?
The power unit weighs 6kg without the guide bar and chain fitted.
What bar is supplied with the Husqvarna 455 Rancher?
This product is supplied with an 18-inch / 45cm guide bar.
What chain does the Husqvarna 455 Rancher use?
The 18-inch configuration is supplied with a Husqvarna H25 chain with a .325-inch pitch. Check the complete bar, chain, gauge and drive-link specification before ordering a replacement chain.
Is the Husqvarna 455 Rancher suitable for a beginner?
It is a relatively large and powerful petrol chainsaw weighing 6kg before the cutting equipment is fitted. It is better suited to trained, competent and physically confident users than complete beginners.
Is the 455 Rancher good for cutting firewood?
Yes. Its 55.5cc engine, 2.6kW output and 18-inch cutting equipment make it well suited to customers who regularly process medium and larger firewood.
Should I choose the 450S or the 455 Rancher?
Choose the 450S when easier handling and lower weight are the priority. Choose the 455 Rancher when you regularly work with larger timber and value the additional engine capacity and torque.
Can Masseys service the Husqvarna 455 Rancher?
Yes. Masseys has an in-house garden machinery workshop offering maintenance and repair support. Contact the store before travelling if you need advice about a particular repair, part or service requirement.
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