rustynut said:Hey,
Currently running an older 026. Runs great but was thinking about an upgrade.
Sounds like epa has not helped the performance and maybe need to stay with about the same.
Actually, the ms261 is 3.8 hp, vs. 3.2 hp for the ms260. (FWIW, early 026's were 3.5 hp). But it's gained a pound of weight. Overall, I think the 261 is an improvement over the 026/260. Air filter and anti-vibe seem much improved.