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The Poulan 16-inch, 34 cc gas chain saw is perfect for light cutting jobs around the yard, with a cutting capacity of 32 inches diameter. The auto-oiling system keeps the 14-inch steel bar and chain fully lubricated. For safety, the inertia-activated chain brake stops the rotation of the chain should kickback occur. The chain saw features a primer bulb for an easy start; it also includes an anti-vibration handle for additional comfort and to reduce user fatigue. The unit comes fully assembled and includes a 1-year warranty.
From the Manufacturer
Poulan 34cc 2-Cycle 16-inch Chainsaw #P3416LE
Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
74 of 75 people found the following review helpful
By Kurt Johnson
This chainsaw has worked out well for us on our Avocado ranch. We bought 5 of them and let abusive employees use them on and off for about 5 years. We're down to three that still run. You can buy a replacement bar and a few chains for them and the engines will run for quite a while. After the engine goes, just toss them. We used to have an expensive Stihl which lasted even less time and then would have cost $250 to rebuild. We just threw it away and started using disposables. If you're not going to use it for a while, drain all the gas out or you'll be sorry.
30 of 31 people found the following review helpful
By D. McCue
It's a Poulan. It has a powerful, but compact 34cc engine that didn't complain too much starting for the first time in 28 degree (F) weather. The instructions for starting the chainsaw are in pictures by the handle. The instruction manual was a little more technical, but cold starts are a snap. You pull the handle five times, then pump the little primer bulb 6 times, then pull till it starts.
It's got an Anti-vibration handle on it that really makes for comfortable operation of the saw. It is small, but you can feel its 11.8 pound mass after welding it for a couple of hours. The vibration is very low. The "sweet spot" on the cutting chain is right where you'd expect it to be. It is noisy, so wear ear plugs. The operation of the saw is cleaner than I expected. It directed saw dust away from me, but some dust did accumulate in the area where automatic chain oiler works - not an excessive amount, but it was noticeable. You definitely want to wear eye protection when using this or any saw. The instruction manual spends a lot of time discussing kickback. If you are careful and pay attention to your technique, you can minimize kickback and other problems. There is an inertia activated chain brake on the saw just in case though.
This saw is small and inexpensive. It's got plenty of power too. It fits well with the type of work that I need it for. I cleared the very large Bradford Pear tree in my front yard that was split open by an ice storm in just an hour and a half.
Highly recommend it for odd jobs and occasional work. Mine came with a one Year Guarantee too. The Poulan Chainsaw is Made in the USA.
It's got an Anti-vibration handle on it that really makes for comfortable operation of the saw. It is small, but you can feel its 11.8 pound mass after welding it for a couple of hours. The vibration is very low. The "sweet spot" on the cutting chain is right where you'd expect it to be. It is noisy, so wear ear plugs. The operation of the saw is cleaner than I expected. It directed saw dust away from me, but some dust did accumulate in the area where automatic chain oiler works - not an excessive amount, but it was noticeable. You definitely want to wear eye protection when using this or any saw. The instruction manual spends a lot of time discussing kickback. If you are careful and pay attention to your technique, you can minimize kickback and other problems. There is an inertia activated chain brake on the saw just in case though.
This saw is small and inexpensive. It's got plenty of power too. It fits well with the type of work that I need it for. I cleared the very large Bradford Pear tree in my front yard that was split open by an ice storm in just an hour and a half.
Highly recommend it for odd jobs and occasional work. Mine came with a one Year Guarantee too. The Poulan Chainsaw is Made in the USA.
27 of 29 people found the following review helpful
By J.
Amazon Verified Purchase
The Poulan P3416 16-inch 34cc 2-Cycle Gas-Powered Chain Saw was shipped on Mar 28, 2011 and received about Apr 4 or 5. After reading the instructions I used the enclosed can of oil and mixed with 1 gallon of premium (no ethanol) fuel. Filled chain oiler and was pleased to get it started exactly as advertised.
I happily used the saw, refilling the chain oiler with each re-fueling. On Apr 20th it started to quit in mid use. By the end of the day I could no longer get it to start.
The following Monday I took it to a Poulan service and today they called to report the cylinder scored. They also noted that warranty would be refused. Repair will cost more than original cost.
I'm very unhappy! Didn't even use the original gallon of fuel! A total waste of money!
Update, May 4, 2011.
Imagine my surprise to find a brand new chain saw sitting on my sidewalk! Turns out that, even though I had no communication from Amazon (I had left them an e-mail with the above facts) they responded by replacing the saw! I'd sure give Amazon a 5 star rating for customer service.
I'll wait, if the saw performs as expected and without destroying itself, I'll update this review. (Haven't even tried to start it yet!)
I happily used the saw, refilling the chain oiler with each re-fueling. On Apr 20th it started to quit in mid use. By the end of the day I could no longer get it to start.
The following Monday I took it to a Poulan service and today they called to report the cylinder scored. They also noted that warranty would be refused. Repair will cost more than original cost.
I'm very unhappy! Didn't even use the original gallon of fuel! A total waste of money!
Update, May 4, 2011.
Imagine my surprise to find a brand new chain saw sitting on my sidewalk! Turns out that, even though I had no communication from Amazon (I had left them an e-mail with the above facts) they responded by replacing the saw! I'd sure give Amazon a 5 star rating for customer service.
I'll wait, if the saw performs as expected and without destroying itself, I'll update this review. (Haven't even tried to start it yet!)
23 of 25 people found the following review helpful
By NativeTexan
Still own one of these saws, bought back when it was called a "Woodsman", nearly ten years ago. Have cut I don't know how many large trees down (some I had to walk around with it) since we moved to the country, and had many Live Oaks that developed oak wilt. Not light duty work, I've worked the heck out of it, cutting those large trees all the way to firewood. Still running, still strong. Have replaced the bar twice, the chain three times. Used it yesterday and it was leaking chain oil. Took it apart and cleaned it, think I fixed it. Will find out later today. If I didn't, I'm glad to find that I can buy another one like it right here on Amazon.
Wouldn't consider buying another brand, after the success I've had with this one.
Wouldn't consider buying another brand, after the success I've had with this one.
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
By F. Stapleton
Amazon Verified Purchase
I'm a 65-year-old woman, with some but not a lot of chainsaw experience previously. But I need to trim my trees and cut logs to size for my fireplace. This baby is excellent! I am able to handle it safely and with confidence, it starts every time if you follow the instructions properly, and it cuts my wood, including ohia logs (among the world's hardest woods) as much as 6-8 inches in diameter! (Really appreciated the logging tips included in the chain saw's operation booklet!) And Amazon got it to me with FREE shipping within days (less than a week) which is pret-tee good when you realize I live on an island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean!!!
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By goredsox
First, this saw has NEVER started on the first, second or even third pull. For $100, I wasn't expecting it to do so. However, it does start and eventually runs fine. They're stretching the engine a bit with the 16in bar. As well, the stock Poulan bar is too flimsy. Nonetheless, I've ran it now for 2 years for light/med duty on my 25acre homestead. Maintenance wise it's been a breeze and well worth the $100 I put into it.
Now here's the best part for me. After finally wearing out my 2nd chain for this bar...it was time to also replace the bar. Instead of another 16in Poulan bar, I purchased a 14in Oregon bar/chain package for $33. With this shorter/stronger bar and chain better matched to the engine size...this chainsaw is easily 100% better than new. It's speed and ease of cutting is phenomenal. I use it to take down birch and smaller pine and limbing larger trees that I fell.
In fact, I'm so enamored with this new setup, I'm now looking for a deal on a new/slightly-used Poulan Pro 4620 that I can do the same by matching to a smaller 18in Oregon bar, as my med/heavy duty saw.
Now here's the best part for me. After finally wearing out my 2nd chain for this bar...it was time to also replace the bar. Instead of another 16in Poulan bar, I purchased a 14in Oregon bar/chain package for $33. With this shorter/stronger bar and chain better matched to the engine size...this chainsaw is easily 100% better than new. It's speed and ease of cutting is phenomenal. I use it to take down birch and smaller pine and limbing larger trees that I fell.
In fact, I'm so enamored with this new setup, I'm now looking for a deal on a new/slightly-used Poulan Pro 4620 that I can do the same by matching to a smaller 18in Oregon bar, as my med/heavy duty saw.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
15 year owner
I've owned this same chain-saw for 15 years. I've never had a problem with it. Starts every time, and runs forever. Easy to use and will own it till I die.
Published 17 days ago by BBQ
1.0 out of 5 stars
Does not work, can't return. Bad piece of equipment.
Can't return this product apparently. Didn't get to use it, had all of the correct mixtures and tension on the chain and it won't spin. It will rev, but nothing else. Read more
Published 21 days ago by Derick Miller
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best Chain Saw for the Money.
I needed a chain saw to cut some branches on trees and to cut some hedges from 12 ' tall down to 4' tall. Worked great for a new user. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Don G. Connell
2.0 out of 5 stars
Problems in the beginning but now better
When we first took this out of the box we had a ton of problems with it starting and the chain coming lose after one small tree. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Andy
2.0 out of 5 stars
Don't waste your time..
Bought in feb 2013..Didn't open the box until end of march, got it out too cut a tree down..Started up got one 3rd of the tree down it shut off. NO SPARK... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Brian L Graybill
2.0 out of 5 stars
if not made in china it should be
If you want a saw where the bar is so weak that the only thing you can cut is a diagnol, then this is the saw for you. Find a use Stihl.
Published 3 months ago by David P
1.0 out of 5 stars
poulan is junk
I bought a Poulan 16" chainsaw 14 - 15 years ago and it was the best saw I ever owned this one was made in (mexico). Read more
Published 5 months ago by poulan is junk
1.0 out of 5 stars
chain saw
this chain saw is junk. when I. rec. it started the next time I
went to use it can't get it started.called POULAN ALL I GOT WAS A RUN AROUND.AVOID this saw
went to use it can't get it started.called POULAN ALL I GOT WAS A RUN AROUND.AVOID this saw
Published 7 months ago by ED
4.0 out of 5 stars
CARB/EPA approved model without tooless chain tensioner available now
Despite not having the carburetor adjusting tool to set the carb for an altitude of around 9,000 feet elevation above sea level, I have been able to fell a 15 inch diameter pine... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Steven Sponaugle
1.0 out of 5 stars
FROZE UP, WASTE OF $$$
I didn't buy mine from Amazon (got it from Menards) but I looked around and didn't see any reviews of these chainsaws and had to post my disgust somewhere. Read more
Published 9 months ago by smearedyam
