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Updated October 2026
Husqvarna 440 review: the short answer
The Husqvarna 440 is the 435’s bigger-bar brother: 40.9cc, 2.4 hp and an 18-inch bar. It’s a good homeowner saw for firewood and thicker logs on a few acres, at about $400.
Torn between a 16- and an 18-inch bar? My chainsaw buying guide matches bar length to the wood you really cut.
Husqvarna 440 specs at a glance
Engine
40.9cc X-Torq, 2.4 hp
Bar
18 inches (takes 13 to 18)
Chain
.325″ pitch, .050″ gauge, usually 72 drive links on an 18″ bar
Good fit: homeowners on a few acres who cut firewood and logs up to about 16 inches.
Skip it if: you mostly trim and prune (the Husqvarna 435 is lighter to handle) or you fell big trees (get the 460 Rancher).
Why we like it
We’ve run Husqvarna saws ourselves. They’re sturdy, last a long time and are easy to maintain, especially on a bigger yard or a few acres. The 440 keeps the 435’s light body but reaches through thicker wood.
Husqvarna 440 owner’s FAQ
What chain does the Husqvarna 440 use?
A .325″ pitch, .050″ gauge chain. On the 18-inch bar that is usually 72 drive links. Check the number stamped on your bar.
What is the fuel mix for the Husqvarna 440?
50:1 with 2-stroke oil.
Husqvarna 440 or 435: which should I buy?
Same 40.9cc engine. The 440 has more power and an 18-inch bar; the 435 has a 16-inch bar and costs less.
Is the Husqvarna 440 still made?
Yes. Husqvarna still lists it as of October 2026.
Which Husqvarna should you buy?
Husqvarna 120: small yard, light jobs, lowest price. See our Husqvarna 120 review.
Husqvarna 435: most homeowners; light, easy starting, 16-inch bar. See our Husqvarna 435 review.
Husqvarna 440 (this saw): same engine as the 435 with an 18-inch bar for thicker logs.
