John Deere chainsaws are made by third-party manufacturers, not by John Deere itself. Over time, production has been contracted to companies such as Remington, Kioritz (Echo), and EFCO (Oleo-Mac). Recent models are often manufactured by OEMs like Zhejiang Pioneer in China and rebranded for John Deere dealers. The Origins of John Deere Chainsaws John Deere’s…
Black Max chainsaws are made by ZOMAX, an original equipment manufacturer based in China. ZOMAX produces the chainsaws that are sold under the Black Max brand and distributed through major retailers such as Walmart. These chainsaws are designed as affordable, homeowner-grade tools intended for light to moderate cutting and yard maintenance. Who makes Black Max…
Remington chainsaws are made by MTD Products. MTD acquired the Remington outdoor power equipment brand from Desa International in 2009 after Desa filed for bankruptcy. MTD continues to manufacture, support, and supply parts for Remington-branded chainsaws and other equipment through its dealer and service network, although some older models were subject to recalls. The Origins…
Yes, California has banned the sale of new gas-powered chainsaws starting January 1, 2024. The ban comes from Assembly Bill 1346 and targets manufacturers selling new equipment to reduce air pollution. Existing gas chainsaws remain legal to use, and used models can still be purchased. What the California Gas Equipment Ban Actually Says The California…
Echo chainsaws are primarily designed and manufactured in Japan, with major production facilities in Morioka and Yokosuka. Some assembly and component manufacturing also take place in China and the United States, all produced under strict Japanese quality standards. The Origins of Echo Chainsaws The story of Echo chainsaws begins in the aftermath of World War…
NEOTEC chainsaws are made by NEOTEC, a company that develops and sells professional-grade outdoor power equipment. In the United States, NEOTEC products are officially distributed and supported by Precision Tooling US Inc. through NEOTECWORLD.com, serving both commercial professionals and homeowners. Who is Behind Neotec Chainsaws? Digging deeper into the Neotec brand reveals a complex corporate…
Craftsman chainsaws are made in multiple countries depending on the model and production year. Manufacturing has occurred in the United States, Mexico, and China under licensed partners. Today, the brand is owned by Stanley Black & Decker, with newer electric models often produced through Black+Decker and gas models historically made by companies such as MTD,…
Portland chainsaws are made for Harbor Freight Tools by various overseas manufacturers. Harbor Freight owns the Portland brand and uses it for budget-friendly gas and electric chainsaws. These chainsaws are not made by major brands like Stihl or Oregon, but are produced to meet Harbor Freight’s cost and retail specifications. The Origins of Portland Chainsaws…
Poulan chainsaws are manufactured by the Husqvarna Group, a Swedish outdoor power equipment company. Husqvarna owns the Poulan brand and produces its chainsaws using shared consumer-grade technology also found in brands like McCulloch and Jonsered. Poulan targets the mid-level and budget market with affordable, reliable chainsaws under Husqvarna ownership. Who Makes Poulan Chainsaws? Poulan chainsaws…