Powerful 38cc top-handle chainsaw for professional tree climbers Husqvarna T540 XP® is designed for the high-end top handle saw segment, targeting professional customers like full pro arborists, landscapers, garden contractors and utility services who need excellent performance in combination with the best ergonomics. Bar length (inch): 14 in Cylinder displacement: 2.3 cu.inch
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HUSQVARNA T540 XP® II Features & Benefits

AutoTune
AutoTune gives optimal engine performance throughout automatic engine setting. No time spent on carburettor adjustments. It compensates for different fuels, altitude, humidity, temperature and clogged air filter.

Adjustable Oil Pump
Customize and control oil flow to meet any need

Individual grip size
The top handle grip size can be set in three alternative sizes, to perfectly fit your hand.

Belt eye let
Makes it quick and easy to connect the saw to the climbing harness.

Quick-Release Air Filter
Easily remove and replace the filter after cleaning

Simple Starting
Stop switch automatically resets to ON so trimmer is ready for next use

Air Injection™ Technology
Centrifugal air cleaning system expels larger dust and debris particles before they reach the air filter to help improve engine life

Retained bar nut
The retaining function prevents loosing the bar nut.

Side Chain Tensioning
Quickly and easily adjust the chain

LowVib® Technology
Dampeners between the engine and chassis significantly reduce vibrations so you can work more comfortably

Quick release air filter cover
Quick release cover saves time when cleaning or changing spark plug or filter.

Magnesium crankcase
Sturdily built crankcase withstands high rpms and tough professional use, ensuring a long service life.

Fuel Indicator
Transparent fuel indicator makes it easy to check fuel level

Inertia activated chain brake
Reduces the likelihood of injury due to kickback.

Chain break window
Improved design allows for better visibility of the guide bar tip.

Easier cold starting
Starting a cold engine requires less effort thanks to the air purge.

Flip-up tank cap
The flip-up tank cap is easy to open.

Smart Start® Technology
Specially-designed engine and starter for easy and fast starting with minimum effort

HUSQVARNA T540 XP® II Specs & Compare

Engine T540 XP® II
SKU: 970 48 40‑14		 T540 XP® II
SKU: 970 48 40‑16
Power output 2.4 hp 2.4 hp
Cylinder displacement 2.3 cu.inch 2.3 cu.inch
Maximum power speed 10,200 rpm 10,200 rpm
Max engine/motor 14,200 rpm 14,200 rpm
Idling speed 3,000 rpm 3,000 rpm
Torque, max. 1.83 Nm 1.83 Nm
Torque, max. at rpm 140 rpm 140 rpm
Clutch engagement speed (±120) 4,500 rpm 4,500 rpm
Fuel consumption 464 g/kWh 464 g/kWh
Fuel consumption 1.92 lbs/h 1.92 lbs/h
Spark plug NGK CMR6H NGK CMR6H
Electrode gap 0.02 in 0.02 in
Ignition module air gap 0.01 in 0.01 in
Oil pump type Adjustable flow Adjustable flow
Oil pump capacity, max 9 ml/min 9 ml/min
Oil pump capacity, min 3 ml/min 3 ml/min
Emission    
Exhaust emissions (CO2 EU V) 968 g/kWh 968 g/kWh
Equipment    
Bar length (inch) 14 in 16 in
Recommended bar length, min 12 in 12 in
Recommended bar length, max 16 in 16 in
Chain type SP21G SP21G
Gauge .043" .043"
Pitch .325" mini .325" mini
Sprocket type Spur 6 Spur 6
Dimensions    
Weight (excl. cutting equipment) 8.6 lbs 8.6 lbs
Lubricant    
Lubricant type (Engine) Husqvarna 2 stroke or equiv. at 50:1 Husqvarna 2 stroke or equiv. at 50:1
Oil tank volume 0.42 US pint 0.42 US pint
Oil tank volume 0.2 l 0.2 l
Sound and Noise    
Sound power level, guaranteed (LWA) 116 dB(A) 116 dB(A)
Sound power level, measured 114 dB(A) 114 dB(A)
Sound pressure level at operators ear 104 dB(A) 104 dB(A)
Vibration    
Equivalent vibration level (ahv, eq) front handle 3.5 m/s² 3.5 m/s²
Equivalent vibration level (ahv, eq) rear handle 4.2 m/s² 4.2 m/s²