Project Farm

Which Chainsaw Bar & Chain Oil is Best? Let's Find Out!

Todd's Picks

Best Overall Performance

Harvest King

Average Finish: 1.89

Purchased for: $10

Made In: USA

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Harvest King dominated the tests with the lowest wear and coolest bar temperature.

Best Motor Oil Alternative

Mobil Delvac SAE30

Average Finish: 2.2

Purchased for: $25

Made In: USA

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Mobil Delvac performed exceptionally well, especially in lubricity tests.

Best Evaporative Resistance

Oregon High Load Carrying Capacity

Average Finish: 1.86

Purchased for: $24

Made In: USA

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Oregon showed the least evaporative loss, making it highly reliable under high heat.

Tools Tested

Oregon High Load Carrying Capacity

Average Finish: 1.86

Purchased for: $24

Made In: USA

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Harvest King

Average Finish: 1.89

Purchased for: $10

Made In: USA

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Steel Platinum

Average Finish: 2.11

Purchased for: $27

Made In: USA

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Mobil Delvac SAE30

Average Finish: 2.2

Purchased for: $25

Made In: USA

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Echo

Average Finish: 2.2

Purchased for: $28

Made In: USA

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Husqvarna X-Torq Premium All-Season

Average Finish: 2.22

Purchased for: $26

Made In: USA

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Price per Gallon in USD

Lower wear measurements indicate better protection of the chainsaw bar and chain.

Lower temperatures help in reducing wear and prolonging the life of the chainsaw bar.

Faster flow times ensure better lubrication during operation.

Effective flow in cold temperatures is crucial for reliable performance in winter conditions.

Lower evaporative loss indicates better oil stability under extreme heat.

Smaller wear scar sizes indicate better lubricity and protection against wear.

Consistent flow in cold temperatures ensures reliable chainsaw performance in winter.

Reinforcing the stability of oils under high heat conditions.

Final ranking based on all performance metrics evaluated.