Thursday, June 19, 2014

The Legendary Stihl 028 Chainsaw

Let’s face it: most of us don’t need a chainsaw with a 70+ cc displacement and a 36” bar. What we do need is a reliable saw with enough power to take on tough jobs and stand the test of time. That’s the reason serious chainsaw users regard the Stihl 028 AV Super Wood Boss as one of the best saws ever made, and many chainsaw enthusiasts have one in their arsenal today.

Though Stihl released an updated (and now discontinued) Stihl MS280 for the 028, they were two different saws and many chainsaw users consider the 028 to be the superior model. Check out the specifications for the 028 and the more powerful 028 Super below.





Stihl 028 Specifications

The specifications of the Stihl 028 are:

Displacement: 2.86 cubic inches (47 cm3)
Cylinder Bore: 1.73 inches (44 mm)
Piston Stroke: 1.22 inches (31 mm)
Max. Engine Speed: 12,500 RPM
Fuel tank capacity: .5 L
Chain Lubrication: Automatic oil pump
Oil Tank Capacity: .3 L
Weight: 12.6 lbs

Stihl 028 Super Specifications

The specifications of the Stihl 028 Super are:

Displacement: 3.14 cubic inches (51.5 cm3)
Cylinder Bore: 1.81 inches (46 mm)
Piston Stroke: 1.22 inches (31 mm)
Max. Engine Speed: 13,000 RPM
Fuel tank capacity: .5 L
Chain Lubrication: Automatic oil pump
Oil Tank Capacity: .3 L
Weight: 12.6 lbs

As with any discontinued chainsaw, finding factory OEM parts is nearly impossible, but luckily there are aftermarket options available. At HLSProParts.com, we carry a wide selection of Stihl 028 parts  that will allow you to refurbish an old saw, or simply tune up your trusty 028.

Some of the brands we carry include Hyway, Meteor, and Tecomec. Whether you need cylinder kits, piston kits, bearing cases, or just piston rings, we have parts that will have your saw running at full performance. Visit our store or contact us if you have any questions and we will be happy to help you find the Stihl 028 parts you need.

7 comments:

  1. ran over my 028 with my tractor and ruptured the fuel tank anyone have a source for a new one? i love the saw.

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  2. Bought a used 028 super in 1990, still cuts 10-12 cords of firewood every year while the MS280 sits in the garage

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  3. Bought mine from a pawn shop, and it was beat then. Just kept bolting parts on and it won't die. Early model, when a chain brake was optional; older than my kids.

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  4. how many cc is sthil 20inch 028av chain saw

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  5. I have an 028 wood boss that I would like to rebuild and upgrade to the largest head and piston size that can be used. Can you tell me anything about that?
    Also have .029 farm boss and MS360 pro that I will probably do the same on.
    Also, can the carb be replaced on an MS version to old style? Thanks

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    1. This is the largest bore kit available for the 028
      https://www.hlsproparts.com/Stihl-028-AV-Super-cylinder-piston-assembly-46mm-p/h30028.htm

      This kit will upgrade the 029 farm boss:
      https://www.hlsproparts.com/Stihl-039-MS390-cylinder-assembly-49mm-overhaul-p/h30390-n-dns.htm

      There is not oversee kit available for the MS360. We have several cylinder options:
      https://www.hlsproparts.com/Stihl-036-MS360-cylinder-piston-assembly-48mm-p/h30360-n.htm
      https://www.hlsproparts.com/Meteor-Stihl-036-MS360-cylinder-piston-assembly-p/mcc1458.htm

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