16-inch replacement chain fitment for select RYOBI chainsaws
This 16-inch chainsaw replacement chain is intended for select RYOBI saws, including the RY3716, RY3716VNM, RY40550, RY40505BTL, RY43155, RY40505, and RY40505VNM. The package includes 2 pieces of 16-inch chain, making it a practical option if you want one chain installed and a spare ready to go.
Because chainsaw chains must match the bar and drive system exactly, it is always worth taking a minute to confirm your saw’s chain specs before ordering.
Will this chain fit your saw?
Start with the most basic check: your saw must use a 16-inch bar. This chain is described as a 16-inch replacement chain for the following RYOBI models:
- RY3716
- RY3716VNM
- RY40550
- RY40505BTL
- RY43155
- RY40505
- RY40505VNM
If your saw is one of the models above, that is the first and strongest fitment clue. Even so, chains are not identified by bar length alone. To confirm the chain correctly, compare these four specs from your current chain, guide bar, or owner’s manual:
- Bar length: 16”
- Pitch
- Gauge
- Drive-link count
Why this matters: many chains can be called “16-inch,” but they may still differ in pitch, gauge, or the number of drive links. If any one of those dimensions is different, the chain may not seat correctly on the bar or engage the drive sprocket properly.
The easiest ways to verify fit are:
- Check the markings stamped on the guide bar
- Look up the chain specification in your owner’s manual
- Count the drive links on your existing chain
- Match the pitch and gauge exactly to the chain currently on the saw
If your saw is a RY3716, RY3716VNM, RY40550, RY40505BTL, RY43155, RY40505, or RY40505VNM with a 16-inch setup and your current chain specs match, this replacement chain should be the correct style for your saw.
Replacing the chain
Replacing a chainsaw chain is straightforward, but safety comes first.
- Power off the saw completely. For battery models, remove the battery. For gas or corded units, make sure the saw cannot start accidentally.
- Wear gloves and let the saw cool down before handling the bar and chain.
- Remove the side cover, then back off the chain tension so you can lift the old chain off the bar and drive sprocket.
- Install the new chain around the sprocket and along the bar groove, making sure the cutter direction matches the normal forward cutting direction on the top of the bar.
- Reinstall the side cover and adjust chain tension until the chain sits snugly on the bar but can still be pulled around by hand.
- Before cutting, check chain oiling, confirm proper tension again, and make a brief test run.
A new chain can stretch slightly during early use, so recheck tension after the first few cuts.
Keeping it sharp
A sharp chain cuts faster, throws larger chips, and puts less strain on the saw.
- Avoid cutting into dirt, rocks, or stumps at ground level. Even brief contact can dull the cutters quickly.
- Keep chain tension properly adjusted. A chain that is too loose can derail; too tight can cause excess wear on the bar and sprocket.
- Make sure bar-and-chain oil is flowing correctly. Good lubrication helps reduce heat and slows wear on both the chain and guide bar.
If cutting starts to feel slow and you find yourself pushing the saw through the wood, it is usually time to sharpen the chain or swap in the spare.
FAQ
Will this fit every RYOBI 16-inch chainsaw?
No. Even among 16-inch saws, chain specs can vary. Match your model and confirm bar length, pitch, gauge, and drive-link count before ordering.
How many chains are included?
This package includes 2 pieces of 16-inch chain.
Can I use this on a saw not listed here if it has a 16-inch bar?
Only if the full chain specifications match exactly. Bar length alone is not enough to confirm fit.
Why should I keep a spare chain?
Having a second chain is useful when the installed chain becomes dull, damaged, or needs sharpening, especially if you want to keep working without interruption.
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