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Features
- Powerful, In-Line, Longitudinal Makita-Built Motor
- 14.5 amp electric motor provides plenty of power for tough jobs
- Optimum Chain Speed
- 2600 rpm provides quick, controlled performance for any cutting
- Performance Enhancing Metal Construction
- Ensures durability and longevity for many years of use
- Tool-Less Chain Tensioning
- Provides additional operator convenience
- SafetyMatic Chain Brake
- Activated by invertia or manually stops chain in a split second
- Secondary braking feature integrated into electric switch
Specifications
ES-173-A

Power Head
Motor Amps
14.5 Amps
Chain Oil Capacity
4.7 oz
Maximum RPM's
2600 RPM
Chain & Bar
Chain & Bar Included
Yes
Chain Pitch
3/8 "
Chain Gauge
0.05 "
Bar Length
16 Inches
Bar Oiler
Tool-less Chain Tensioning
Yes
Chain Brake
Yes
Max Bar Length
16 Inches
Min Bar Length
14 Inches
Automatic Brake
Yes
Overview
Weight
11.4 Pounds
Made in USA
No
Consumer Warranty
2 Years
Power Type
Electric
UPC
088381078146
Reviews
(5)
Dolmar ES-173-A Reviews & Ratings
If You Find One Grab It
By Annick D.
Lausanne, Armed Forces
Review Posted 02/23/2022
Tore through 30 cm tamaris (harder than oak as wet as willow). In comparison my Honda 15 inch gas powered started to stall on the same wood. Good steady cut no hint of slowing down through the cuts. Nice feel, ergonomic, good heft, solid construction, deep solid sounding internals. Store it flat so the bar & chain oil will not leak.
Annick D. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
4/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, High Quality, Id Buy It Again, Good feel

Dolmar Electric Chain Saw
By James T.
Rainelle, West Virginia
Purchased 07/15/2016 |
Review Posted 08/16/2016
I have only used the Dolmar 16" electric chainsaw for about 40 hours of cutting up downed trees for firewood. For this purpose, it is fast, powerful, and easy to use. It will cut through seasoned oak logs 12" or more in diameter with no problem. I purchased it looking for a reliable and long lasting product which does not use internal plastic gears, so far so good, but I haven't used it enough to determine it's reliability.
This saw is more expensive than it's competition, but I have hopes that overall it will be a better value. I would recommend this product with only one caution. The cutting chain that comes with this saw from the manufacturer is usable but too long and cannot be tightened properly. You should replace the chain with an Oregon 3/8" 56 link chain which fits properly.
This saw is more expensive than it's competition, but I have hopes that overall it will be a better value. I would recommend this product with only one caution. The cutting chain that comes with this saw from the manufacturer is usable but too long and cannot be tightened properly. You should replace the chain with an Oregon 3/8" 56 link chain which fits properly.
James T. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
4/5
4/5
5/5
5/5

Works, leaks
By Chester W.
Omaha, Nebraska
Purchased 04/17/2016 |
Review Posted 05/09/2016
Works as expected for a high-price saw. But you can't store it vertically (hung by the handle) with bar oil in the tank - it leaks continuously: That's fine if stored in a dirt-floor barn, NOT fine in a suburban garage!
So after each occasional use, I have to drain all the bar oil out before hanging it up. I bought this to supplement two gasoline-powered saws that I have to drain out oil and gas mixture after use, thinking with this saw I'd have a saw ready to use without prep. Not going to happen with this one!!!
So after each occasional use, I have to drain all the bar oil out before hanging it up. I bought this to supplement two gasoline-powered saws that I have to drain out oil and gas mixture after use, thinking with this saw I'd have a saw ready to use without prep. Not going to happen with this one!!!
Chester W. Does Not Recommend This
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Expert Response
You may have better luck storing your saw on a shelf (either floor-standing or wall-mounted). If it's placed horizontally on a shelf, it shouldn't leak.

Dale V.
Power Equipment Expert
Rating Breakdown
3/5
5/5
5/5
3/5

Piece of Crap
By John D.
manassas, Virginia
Purchased 03/15/2016 |
Review Posted 04/08/2016
I haven't even used it, and I have to take it to a repair center, which is 30 miles away. If you want a quality product, pick another brand.
John D. Does Not Recommend This
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Rating Breakdown
1/5
1/5
1/5

Professional Chain Saw, Contractor Quality
By Robert H.
Burleson, Texas
Purchased 02/02/2016 |
Review Posted 02/24/2016
I have had 4 electric chainsaws of consumer quality, what this means is that the drive gear is high grade is plastic or Teflon material. If you are doing several days of cuttings the main drive gears lasts about 8 to 24 hours of heavy use. Then the gear cogs strip. It cost about 1/2 the cost of the Chain Saw to have this gear replaced.
The Main Chain Drive Gear of this Electric Chain Saw is high quality metal. It has the power of a consumer gasoline engine chain saw with a 14.5 amp motor. It cut just as well as the gasoline engine chain saws that you can buy at Home Depot or Lowe's. I would rate it as a very high quality consumer chain saw, and a medium duty contractor chain saw.
The rating below is for the Consumer.
The Main Chain Drive Gear of this Electric Chain Saw is high quality metal. It has the power of a consumer gasoline engine chain saw with a 14.5 amp motor. It cut just as well as the gasoline engine chain saws that you can buy at Home Depot or Lowe's. I would rate it as a very high quality consumer chain saw, and a medium duty contractor chain saw.
The rating below is for the Consumer.
Robert H. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
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5/5
5/5
5/5
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