The McCulloch Eager Beaver chainsaw was first manufactured by McCulloch Motors Corporation, based in Los Angeles, California, USA in 1983. It quickly gained popularity among homeowners and professionals due to its lightweight and compact design, making it easy to handle and operate.
Specifications
| FEATURE | SPECIFICATION |
|---|---|
| MANUFACTURED BY | McCULLOCH MOTORS CORP., LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, U.S.A. |
| SERIES OR ASSEMBLY NUMBER | 600016 J, M -14 |
| YEAR INTRODUCED | 1983 |
| YEAR DISCONTINUED | N/A |
| ENGINE DISPLACEMENT | 2.0 cu. in. (32.8 cc) |
| NUMBER OF CYLINDERS | 1 |
| CYLINDER BORE | 1.430 in. (36.5 mm) |
| PISTON STROKE | 1.201 in. (30.5 mm) |
| PISTON RING THICKNESS | N/A |
| CYLINDER TYPE | Aluminum with chrome plated bore |
| INTAKE METHOD | Piston Ported |
| MANUFACTURER ADVERTISED H.P. | Not advertised |
| WEIGHT | 9.6 lbs. with 10 in. bar & chain, 4.3 kg with 25 cm bar & chain |
| OPERATOR CONFIGURATION | One Man operation, top handle saw |
| HANDLEBAR SYSTEM | Rigid |
| CHAIN BRAKE | Yes |
| CLUTCH | Centrifugal |
| DRIVE TYPE | Direct |
| CONSTRUCTION | Die cast magnesium, injection molded plastic |
| MAGNETO TYPE | Breaker point flywheel type |
| CARBURETOR | Walbro MDC |
| MAJOR REPAIR KIT | K1MDC |
| MINOR REPAIR KIT | D1MDC |
| AIR FILTER SYSTEM | Flocked wire screen |
| STARTER TYPE | Automatic rewind |
| OIL PUMP | Manual |
| MAXIMUM ENGINE RPM | N/A |
| IDLE RPM | N/A |
| IGNITION TIMING | 26 degrees before TDC |
| BREAKER POINT SETTING | 0.018 in. (0.457 mm) |
| FLYWHEEL/COIL AIR GAP | 0.012 in. (0.30 mm) |
| SPARK PLUG TYPE | AC CS45T |
| SPARK PLUG GAP | 0.025 in. (0.63 mm) |
| CRANKSHAFT MAIN BEARINGS | Caged needle roller |
| FUEL TANK CAPACITY | 10.8 oz. (320 ml) |
| FUEL OIL RATIO | 40:1 with McCulloch oil |
| RECOMMENDED FUEL OCTANE | Regular |
| MIX OIL SPECIFICATION | McCulloch two-cycle mix oil |
| CHAIN PITCH | 3/8 in. low profile |
| CHAIN TYPE | McCulloch |
| BAR MOUNT PATTERN | 08 link |
| SHORTEST GUIDE BAR SUPPLIED | 10 in. (25 cm) |
| LONGEST GUIDE BAR SUPPLIED | 14 in. (35 cm) |
| COLOUR SCHEME | McCulloch Yellow with Black handles |
| PAINT CODES | N/A |
| ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST | Yes |
Features
- Engine displacement of 2.0 cu. in. (32.8 cc)
- One-cylinder engine with aluminum chrome-plated bore cylinder type
- Piston ported intake method
- Chain brake and centrifugal clutch included
- Direct drive type with die-cast magnesium and injection-molded plastic construction
- Breaker point flywheel magneto type ignition
- Automatic rewind starter type with manual oil pump
- Flocked wire screen air filter system
- Regular fuel octane and fuel oil ratio of 40:1 with McCulloch oil
- Chain pitch of 3/8 in. low profile with McCulloch chain type
- One-man operation with a top handle saw configuration
- Rigid handlebar system with a 10.8 oz. (320 ml) fuel tank capacity
- McCulloch Yellow with black handles color scheme.
Conclusion
To sum up, the McCulloch Eager Beaver chainsaw was a reliable and durable piece of equipment manufactured by McCulloch Motors Corp. in the early 1980s. With its lightweight and compact design, it was perfect for one-man operation and ideal for small to medium-sized cutting jobs. Its rigid handlebar system, automatic rewind starter, and centrifugal clutch added to its ease of use, while the manual oil pump and recommended fuel oil ratio ensured its longevity.
While no longer in production, the McCulloch Eager Beaver remains a popular chainsaw among collectors and those in need of a reliable vintage tool.