The Husqvarna 34 and 34 Special chainsaws were introduced by the Swedish manufacturer, Husqvarna Vapenfabriks AB, in 1975. These chainsaws were designed for one-man operation and were manufactured in Canada by Skil. The Husqvarna 34 and 34 Special chainsaws are no longer in production.
These chainsaws were known for their lightweight construction and reliable performance, making them popular among homeowners and professionals alike.
Specifications Chart
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Husqvarna Vapenfabriks AB, Huskvarna, Sweden |
| Year Introduced | 1975 |
| Year Discontinued | N/A |
| Engine Displacement | 34ccm (2.1 cu. in.) |
| Cylinder Bore | 36.5mm (1.4375 in.) |
| Piston Stroke | 32.5mm (1.28 in.) |
| Cylinder Type | Aluminum with Chrome plated bore |
| Intake Method | Piston ported |
| Manufacturer Advertised Horsepower | 1.8/1.3 hk/kW |
| Weight | 4.4 kg (9.7 lbs.) with 30 cm (12 in.) bar & chain |
| Operator Configuration | One man operation |
| Handlebar System | Rigid |
| Chain Brake | Mechanical |
| Clutch | Centrifugal |
| Drive Type | Direct |
| Construction | Die-cast Magnesium and Aluminum |
| Magneto Type | Flywheel Breaker Point |
| Carburetor | Tillotson HU-4A, B, Walbro WA-8 |
| Major Repair Kit | RK-14HU for HU-4B, RK-15HU for HU-4A, K10-WAT |
| Minor Repair Kit | DG-2HU, D10-WAT |
| Air Filter System | Cellulose fiber |
| Starter Type | Automatic rewind |
| Oil Pump | Manual |
| Maximum Engine RPM | 7000 to 9500 |
| Idle RPM | 2500 rpm |
| Ignition Timing | Fixed |
| Breaker Point Setting | 0.038mm (0.015 in.) |
| Flywheel/Coil Air Gap | 0.016 in. (0.41 mm) |
| Spark Plug Type | Champion CJ6 |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.63mm (0.025 in.) |
| Crankshaft Main Bearings | Caged needle roller |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 300ml (10 oz.) |
| Fuel/Oil Ratio | 40:1 |
| Recommended Fuel Octane | Regular |
| Mix Oil Specification | Two-stroke chain saw mix oil, Husqvarna mix oil |
| Chain Pitch | 3/8 in. low profile |
| Chain Type | Oregon 91SG |
| Bar Mount Pattern | 02 link |
| Shortest Guide Bar Supplied | 30cm (12 in.) |
| Longest Guide Bar Supplied | 40cm (16 in.) |
| Color Scheme | Husqvarna Orange |
| Illustrated Parts List | Yes |
| Service Manual | Yes |
| Comments | Manufactured in Canada by Skil |
Features
- One-cylinder engine with 34ccm (2.1 cu. in.) displacement
- Aluminum cylinder with chrome plated bore and piston ported intake method
- 1.8/1.3 hp/kW manufacturer advertised horsepower
- Die-cast magnesium and aluminum construction
- Automatic rewind starter type and manual oil pump
- Fuel tank capacity of 300ml (10 oz.) with recommended 40:1 fuel-oil ratio
- Comes in Husqvarna orange color scheme with 30cm (12 in.) to 40cm (16 in.) guide bar options
- Year introduced: 1975 (exact month not specified)
- Weighs 4.4 kg with 30 cm bar and chain or 9.7 lbs. with 12 in. bar and chain
- Has a maximum engine RPM of 7000 to 9500 and idle RPM of 2,500 rpm
- Ignition timing is fixed with a breaker point setting of .038mm (0.015 in.) and flywheel/coil air gap of 0.016 in. (0.41 mm)
- Recommended spark plug type is Champion CJ6 with a spark plug gap of 0.63mm (0.025 in.)
- Crankshaft main bearings are caged needle roller type
- Comes with a cellulose fiber air filter system
- Compatible with Tillotson HU-4A/B or Walbro WA-8 carburetor with RK-14HU for HU-4B and RK-
If you’re looking for a reliable and powerful chainsaw, the Husqvarna 34 and 34 Special are great options. They were manufactured back in the 1970s by Husqvarna Vapenfabriks AB, a company known for producing quality outdoor power equipment. Although these models are no longer in production, they still hold up well and can be found on the used market. With a lightweight design and easy-to-use features like the automatic rewind starter and rigid handlebar system