Overview
Designed as a drop-in aftermarket replacement, this 6” bar and chain combo takes the guesswork out of ordering parts separately. The bar rail and chain pitch are matched at the factory, so everything lines up the first time you mount it. A practical upgrade for homeowners maintaining their own firewood saws.
Key specifications
- Bar length: 6”
- Chain pitch: 3/8 LP”
- Drive links: 28DL
- Includes: guide bar and chain (matched set)
- Material: hardened alloy bar with chrome-plated chain
Compatibility
This combo is built to work with Milwaukee 2527-20 and equivalent models that share the same bar-mount geometry. Confirm your saw’s model and year against the compatibility chart to ensure a proper fit, particularly if your saw has been updated with a different oiler setup.
Installation notes
Remove the side cover, slide the old bar off the studs, and clean any sawdust from the bar-mount area and oil port. Seat the new bar on the studs, loop the chain around the sprocket and bar nose, then hand-tighten the cover nuts. Adjust chain tension until the chain pulls away from the bar bottom about 1/8 inch and snaps back, then torque the nuts securely.
Common questions
Q: Will this 6-inch 3/8LP .043 28DL bar and chain combo fit my Milwaukee 2527-20 pruning saw without any modifications?
Yes, this combo is matched to the Milwaukee 2527-20 as long as your saw uses the 6-inch bar with 3/8 low profile pitch, .043 gauge, and a 28-drive-link chain. You can install it as a direct replacement, but it’s still a good idea to confirm the drive link count and gauge on your original chain before mounting.
Q: How do I know if the 28DL chain is the correct length for my 6-inch Milwaukee 2527-20?
The 28DL means the chain has 28 drive links, which is what this 6-inch bar setup is designed around for the 2527-20. If your old chain is stretched, don’t measure overall length—count the drive links or check the markings on the existing bar and chain to verify the match.
Q: Do I need to do anything special when installing or maintaining this 3/8LP .043 bar and chain combo?
When installing, make sure the chain teeth face forward on the top of the bar and set the tension so the chain snaps back into the bar groove without hanging loose underneath. Keep the bar groove and oil port clean, check chain tension after the first few cuts, and flip the bar periodically to promote even wear.
