Manufacturer: Kress

Kress KC340.9 Commercial 60V Chainsaw

$649.99

Kress KC340.9 Commercial 60V Chainsaw | Tool Only

Maximum Power. 70cc Gas Equivalent. Built for the Toughest Jobs

The Kress KC340.9 Chainsaw is the most powerful chainsaw in the Kress 60V commercial lineup, designed for professional arborists, municipalities, and high-demand crews who need maximum cutting performance without gas.

Delivering up to 3.8 kW of output (equivalent to a 70cc gas chainsaw) and a 30 m/s chain speed, the KC340 is built to handle large-diameter trees, hardwood cutting, and the most demanding commercial applications.

๐Ÿ‘‰ This is your top-tier chainsaw for heavy-duty commercial work


Why Choose the KC340?

The Most Powerful Kress Chainsaw

  • 3.8 kW output (โ‰ˆ70cc gas equivalent)

  • Designed for:

    • Large tree felling

    • Heavy hardwood cutting

    • High-demand removal jobs

๐Ÿ‘‰ This replaces large gas sawsโ€”not just mid-size tools


High-Speed Professional Cutting

  • ~30 m/s chain speed

  • 20โ€ (50 cm) bar with .325โ€ LP chain

  • Smooth, aggressive cutting performance

๐Ÿ‘‰ Built for maximum productivity on large jobs


Consistent Torque (No Bogging)

  • Electric motor delivers instant torque under load

  • No RPM drop like gas engines

  • Maintains cutting power in thick hardwood

๐Ÿ‘‰ Outperforms gas when it matters most


Built for Commercial Crews

  • Kress-built brushless motor

  • Low vibration design

  • Professional-grade chain tensioning system

  • IoT-ready system integration

๐Ÿ‘‰ Designed for daily, high-intensity use


Advanced Safety Features

  • Inertia-activated chain brake

  • Rapid chain stop system

  • Ergonomic rear-handle design

๐Ÿ‘‰ Built for safe, controlled operation in demanding conditions


Key Features

  • 60V commercial battery platform

  • 3.8 kW gas-equivalent performance (70cc class)

  • 20โ€ bar and chain

  • 30 m/s chain speed

  • Brushless motor technology

  • Professional chain tensioning system

  • IoT connectivity

  • IPX5 weather resistance


Technical Specifications

Power Output: ~3.8 kW (70cc equivalent)
Bar Length: 20 inches (50 cm)
Chain Speed: ~30 m/s
Voltage: 60V
Motor: Brushless
Weight: ~10.6 lbs (tool only)
Chain Type: .325โ€ LP
Water Rating: IPX5


Part of the Kress CyberSystem

The KC340 integrates into Kressโ€™s commercial CyberSystem, delivering:

  • Ultra-fast charging

  • Shared batteries across all tools

  • Fleet-level power management

๐Ÿ‘‰ Built for continuous, high-output commercial operations


KC340 vs KC300 vs KC310 vs KC320 โ€” Full Chainsaw Comparison

Feature KC300 (Workhorse) KC310 (Upgrade) KC320 (Top Handle) KC340 (Flagship)
Power Output ~2.8 kW (50โ€“55cc) Similar (optimized) ~2.4 kW (45cc) ~3.8 kW (70cc)
Bar Length 16โ€ 16โ€ 14โ€ 20โ€
Chain Speed ~24 m/s Faster ~24 m/s ~30 m/s
Design Rear handle Rear handle Top handle Heavy-duty rear handle
Best For General work Productivity Precision Large-scale cutting

What This Means in Real Life

KC300 / KC310

  • Core chainsaws for everyday work

  • Ideal for most crews


KC320

  • Arborist / climbing saw

  • Precision and control


KC340 (This Model โ€” Flagship Power Tool)

  • Handles large trees and hardwood

  • Maximum cutting speed and torque

  • Designed for serious commercial crews

๐Ÿ‘‰ If youโ€™re replacing a 60โ€“70cc gas saw, this is your solution


KC340 vs Gas Chainsaws (70cc Class)

Feature KC340 Gas Chainsaw
Power Equivalent (70cc) Equivalent
Torque Instant RPM dependent
Maintenance Minimal High
Emissions None Yes
Performance Under Load Consistent Drops under load

๐Ÿ‘‰ Electric delivers more consistent cutting performance in real conditions


Ideal Applications

โœ” Large tree felling
โœ” Hardwood cutting
โœ” Storm cleanup and removal
โœ” Municipal and utility work
โœ” High-volume commercial crews


The Automation Hub Advantage

Automation Hub helps you build complete electric landscaping systems:

  • Chainsaws + pole saws + hedge trimmers

  • Battery and charging optimization

  • Fleet electrification strategy

  • Training and support

We help you transition from:

๐Ÿ‘‰ Gas-powered operations โ†’ high-efficiency electric fleets


When to Choose the KC340

Choose this model if you want:

โœ” Maximum cutting power in the Kress lineup
โœ” A true replacement for 60โ€“70cc gas chainsaws
โœ” Faster cutting on large jobs
โœ” A flagship tool for your crew


Call to Action

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Contact Automation Hub to:

  • Bundle with high-capacity batteries

  • Pair with KC320 and KC330 for a full tree care system

  • Build a complete Kress commercial setup