Makita DCS54021 21" 54cc Gasoline Powered Chain Saw

by Makita

Product Features

• Rugged Cast cylinder
• Easy maintenance
• Low noise operation
• Efficent cold weather operation
• Non-CARB Compliant/Not For Sale In California

Product Details

Product Manual [4.43mb PDF]

• Shipping Weight: 19 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0000DCBI4
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: DCS54021
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #196,635 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

FEATURES

• Rugged cast cylinder
• Easy maintenance
• Low noise operation
• Efficient cold weather operation
• Double air filtration
• High power-to-weight ratio

What's in the Box

• 18" chain
• 18" guide bar
• Chain cover
• Universal wrench
• Allen key
• Torx wrench

SPECIFICATIONS
Engine : 3.3 cu. in.
Displacement : 54cc
Max. engine speed (w/bar & chain) : 12,500 rpm
Power rating/BHP : 2.2kW/3.3 
Fuel tank capacity : 18.9 oz. 
Oil tank capacity : 9.5 oz. 
Standard guide bar : 18" 
Optional guide bar : 21" 
Chain Pitch/gauge : 3/8" / .050" 
Net weight (dry w/o bar & chain) : 10.4 lbs. 
Shipping weight : 16.9 lbs. 

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Mark J, May 31, 2005

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PamJ "VTyogini" (Vermont) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Makita DCS54021 21" 54cc Gasoline Powered Chain Saw (Lawn & Patio)

After reading a glowing review and seeing the price that was being offered for a Makita product. I thought I'd give their chainsaw a try. Their power tools have a pretty good reputation.
What a disappointment! The trigger throttle lock was too sensitive and difficult to manipulate. Would not "set" all the time when trying too initially start the saw. Then once the saw was started when you squeezed the the throttle trigger the engine would "die". Which led me to conclude that the throttle was not "set" properly. I was able to cold start it eventually. But then after a period of use, when I would stop. Refuel and re-oil it, and then try to start up again, the saw was extremely difficult to get started again. With less than an afternoon of usage I finally gave up! Perhaps this particular saw just happened to be a lemon. I use chainsaws quite extensively so I do know how to use them properly.
To Amazon's credit they did refund my money. I am satisfied with Amazon's service at this time.
After receiving my refund I went out and bought a new Husqvarna 455 rancher. Wow! What a product! No comparison whatsoever to my Makita experience. Like night and day.
I know why they tend to be a little more expensive. A great
machine. If you want a good chainsaw thats economical I would
go with a Sears Craftsman. (Believe it or not I have two , and they both work great). If you cut a lot of wood and want
something DEPENDABLE,powerful and durable, I would recommend spending the money and getting a Husky. I have a small Homelite and that is a great saw for the price too!
This is the first time I have ever written a review. I'm
writing this because I felt so strongly about about my negative experience. If you have never owned/operated a chainsaw before I would recommend skipping over a Makita and trying another brand first. I've just noticed recently that not many
of the farmers out here use a Makita chainsaw. Most of them
have Husky's. I think I may know why...............

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It's a beast of a saw! Made by Dolmar in Germany, April 5, 2009

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Benjamin Hipps "Ben Hipps" (North Georgia Mountains) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Makita DCS54021 21" 54cc Gasoline Powered Chain Saw (Lawn & Patio)

For the last 7 years, I've heated my home 90% with wood and the remaining 10% with gas. I've gone through several chainsaws, including Craftsman and Husky. Last year My 2 year old Husky bit the dust. When I took it in, I learned that it was not really a Husky at all, but a Poulan. And Elecrolux now owns Poulan! He said the "big" Husky's are still made to the same specs as the good old days and are still among the best out there. That said, this mechanic told me about Makita chainsaws made by Dolmar Germany. He said that evey one he's worked on was built like a tank and he rarely saw major malfunctions. By the way, he does not sell saws, so he had no bias in that regard. So I baught a Makita DSC 5401. I must say, this thing is a BEAST. I feel like I'm working with a "real" chainsaw for the first time. It literally blows through the toughest wood in no time. I get a ton of work done in a short amount of time and couldn't be happier. I'll have to report back on the long term reliability, but for now, I give Makita chainsaws my highest possible rating.

5 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars terriffic chainsaw, January 29, 2005

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R. davis (Union,S.C.) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Makita DCS54021 21" 54cc Gasoline Powered Chain Saw (Lawn & Patio)

I have a Makita chainsaw that I bought new almost 6 yrs ago.
I could not have asked for a better saw.I heat with firewood only.I use my Makita every year to cut my firewood.I've never had a problem with my Makita.Just changed the spark plug in it this year for the very first time.Great saw.