The 271 is kind of a pig, for what it is. All the weight of the 291, without as much grunt. The 250 is a much better feeling package for light felling and firewood use.

Don’t overlook the Echo cs490. Realy solid little saw, and built better (mag case) than the Stihl 271 or 250.


https://www.echo-usa.com/getattachment/2be94aef-3f91-4940-b26b-742eb18faccd/CS-490.pdf


https://www.arboristsite.com/community/threads/echo-cs490-vs-stihl-ms-250-or-ms-291.325239/