Husqvarna 542i XP®
Husqvarna 542i XP® is the world’s first professional battery chainsaw with a clutch, which provide a unique feeling and outstanding capacity. This powerful 36V battery chainsaw is a highly efficient tool for urban tree care workers and arborist ground crews, who want the control and response of a petrol saw combined with all the benefits of cordless electric power. The high chain speed, X-PRECISION™ guide bar and efficient SP21G chain deliver fast, precise cuts.
Giving you kick-start energy at the start of every cut.
The centrifugal clutch provides kick-start energy at the start of every cut, and helps keeping the chain from getting stuck in the wood.
Fast, smooth cutting
High chain speed for fast, smooth cutting
The intuitive, accessible keypad helps you stay in control
The accessible keypad helps you to stay in control; start and stop easily by pressing a button. A savE™-function allows for a choice between max runtime or max power. Charge status is always clearly visible when the battery is activated, the oil drop symbol lit up when chain oil is running low and there’s a reminder if the chain brake is in ’on’-position.
Equipped with oil sensor to ensure chain lubrication
The oil indicator in the key pad lits up when refilling chain oil is needed
Less parts to serve and an electronically controlled drive system means less downtime and low operation costs.
No fuel refilling, fewer parts and electronically-controlled drive system for less downtime
Able to be used in all Husqvarna battery tools, our lithium-ion batteries are durable, easy to swap and recharge quickly
Able to be used in all Husqvarna battery tools, our lithium-ion batteries are durable, easy to swap and recharge quickly
SavE™ mode maximises the run time by lowering the rpm and is ideal for tasks that do not require full power.
SavE™ mode maximises the run time, reduces noise levels and preserves product battery life by lowering the rpm. Ideal for tasks that do not require full power. Just press the button to turn savE™ mode on and off.
The retaining function prevents loosing the bar nuts.
The retaining function prevents losing the bar nuts.
Weatherproof (IPX4) – Use in all weather conditions
This battery-powered Husqvarna machine fulfils the IPX4 classification for rain resistance. This makes it a long-lasting and reliable tool that can be used all year round in all weather conditions.
Automatically shut down after 3 minutes of being idle
The product is automatically shut down after 3 minutes of being idle, which prolongs the life of the battery and also lower the risk for injuries when left unattended. With the chainbrake activated, the shutdown occurs after 30 minutes.
The flip-up tank cap is easy to open.
The flip-up tank cap is easy to open.
In-house developed brushless motor provides a high and consistent torque.
Our in-house developed, advanced brushless motor is 25 % more efficient than a standard brush motor. This means that the motor provides a high and consistent torque.
Effective inertia-activated chain brake reduces the likelihood of injury due to kickback.
In case of a kickback, the effective inertia-activated chain brake immediately stops the chain to reduce the likelihood of injury.
This product does not emit CO₂ emissions during use.
By choosing this product, you can feel confident that it produces lower carbon emissions during active use compared to a traditional petrol product. This battery-driven product does not emit any CO₂ during use while still providing the power and quality that you expect from a Husqvarna product. However, it’s important to note that CO₂ emissions are generated during other stages of the product´s lifecycle, such as production, charging and end-of-life disposal.
Equipment | |
Bar length (inch) | 16 in |
Chain speed at max power | 24 m/s |
Pitch | .325″ mini |
Recommended bar length, max | 16 in |
Recommended bar length, max | 40 cm |
Recommended bar length, min | 12 in |
Recommended bar length, min | 30 cm |
Battery | |
Battery type | Li-Ion |
Battery voltage | 36 V |
Vibration | |
Equivalent vibration level (ahv, eq) front handle | 4.3 m/s² |
Equivalent vibration level (ahv, eq) rear handle | 4.8 m/s² |
Lubricant | |
Oil tank volume | 0.2 l |
Engine | |
Power source | Battery |
Sound and Noise | |
Sound power level, guaranteed (LWA) | 104 dB(A) |
Sound power level, measured | 102 dB(A) |
Sound pressure level at operators ear | 91 dB(A) |
Dimensions | |
Weight (excl. battery and cutting equipment) | 3.3 kg |