
Why the Stihl TS 700 Concrete Saw Still Rules the Jobsite
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There’s a big difference between looking at a spec sheet and actually putting a saw to work on a dusty slab in 100-degree heat. The Stihl TS 700 isn’t some garage queen you keep on a shelf — it’s a workhorse that either earns its keep or ends up tossed in the corner. After years of putting this saw through everything from demo jobs to clean expansion cuts, I can tell you it’s one of the few tools that consistently delivers.
The first thing you notice is the power. With 6.7 horsepower behind the blade, it doesn’t bog down easily, even in reinforced concrete. That extra grunt means fewer passes, which matters when you’re cutting for hours and every second counts. But it’s not just about raw power — the torque curve keeps the blade moving smooth, even when you hit tough spots. If you’ve ever used an underpowered hand held concrete saw, you know how frustrating it is to feel it choke halfway through a cut. The TS 700 doesn’t do that.
Weight-wise, yeah, it’s not light. At just under 30 pounds with fuel and blade, it can wear you out if you’re not pacing yourself. But the balance is good. With the right stance and grip, you can keep cuts straight without wrestling it the whole time. I’ve seen smaller guys run it all day without complaints, but it’s not something you casually pick up for a quick trim cut — this is a production saw.
One of the smartest moves with the TS 700 is pairing it with the Stihl cutquik cart. For long runs, it takes the strain off your arms and gives you a cleaner line. Without it, you’re going to feel the burn after a few hours.
Maintenance is straightforward. Keep a good air filter in it (the TS 420 air filter kit works here too if you need a cross-use), clean the cooling fins, and don’t cheap out on the two-stroke oil. Run OEM or high-quality aftermarket blades. I’ve tried bargain-bin diamond blades and they’ll glaze over halfway through a shift — not worth it.
If there’s a downside, it’s fuel consumption. This saw drinks gas, especially if you’re running it wide open all day. But that’s the price for the kind of cutting speed it delivers. Also, it’s loud — don’t be the guy who skips ear protection.
In the end, the Stihl TS 700 concrete saw is exactly what it claims to be: a big, powerful, jobsite-proven cutter. If you need a saw that’ll chew through concrete, asphalt, and stone without crying about it, this is your tool. Treat it right, and it’ll pay for itself in a season.