18 inch chainsaw chain: drive links, pitch and gauge
Not every 18" chain is the same. The number of drive links depends on the pitch and on the saw, so start from your saw below, or from the pitch stamped on your old chain.
| Pitch | Drive links | Chain to buy |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" LP |
| S60 S62 S63 S64 T62 |
| 3/8" |
| D66 D68 E66 E68 |
| .325" |
| H72 H73 J72 L68 L74 M72 |
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Saws with a 18 inch bar and 3/8" LP pitch chain
Tanaka · 4
Kobalt · 3
Black+Decker · 1
EGO · 1
Senix · 1
Shindaiwa · 1
Sun Joe · 1
Saws with a 18 inch bar and 3/8" pitch chain
Western Auto · 4
Cub Cadet · 1
Skil · 1
Saws with a 18 inch bar and .325" pitch chain
Questions people ask
How many drive links on a 18 inch chainsaw chain?
It depends on the pitch: 3/8" LP: 60/62/63/64; 3/8": 66/68; .325": 68/72/73/74.
Are all 18 inch chains the same?
No. Pitch, gauge and drive link count all have to match your saw and bar. Two chains for the same bar length can differ in all three.