Oregon 160RNDD025 .050" Gauge 3/8" Pitch 16" Power Match Bar

What It Is

This Oregon 160RNDD025 is a 16-inch Power Match bar designed for string trimmers and brush cutters, converting them into a blade-based cutting system for heavy weeds, brush, and saplings. It replaces the trimmer head for tasks where line won’t cut it.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Gauge: .050" (the groove width for the chain – must match your sprocket/drive link fit).
• Pitch: 3/8" (distance between chain links – critical for chain and sprocket compatibility).
• Length: 16" (measured from mounting hole to tip – verify your trimmer’s maximum bar length).
• Mounting: Standard 1-inch (25.4mm) slot and 10mm mounting hole – fits most trimmers with a universal bar mount, but check your trimmer’s stud size and slot width.
• Brand Fit: Commonly used on EGO, Ryobi, Husqvarna, and other trimmers with a compatible power head. Not guaranteed for all – measure your current bar’s mounting hole spacing and slot width.
• OEM vs Aftermarket: Aftermarket replacement for OEM bars (e.g., EGO 2820001000). Verify your trimmer’s drive link count and chain pitch before purchase.

Key Things to Know

• Requires a specific chain: Use Oregon 91P or 91V series chain (3/8" low-profile pitch, .050" gauge). Don’t mix with standard 3/8" chain.
• Power Match design: Reduces kickback and improves cutting efficiency on brush – not for grass trimming; it’s for dense, woody material.
• Installation: Straightforward if your trimmer has a bar mount – remove head, install bar, adjust chain tension, and tighten nuts. No special tools needed.
• Common gotcha: This bar is 16" – some trimmers are limited to 14" or 18" bars. Check your owner’s manual or measure clearance from the housing to the ground.

Should You Buy It

If you need to clear thick brush, briars, or small saplings with your string trimmer, this bar is a solid, affordable upgrade. It’s well-reviewed for durability and ease of installation, but double-check your trimmer’s mount type and bar length limits before ordering. Best for users who already have a compatible chain or are willing to buy one separately.