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MS 261 Petrol Chainsaw

MS 261 C-M Petrol Chainsaw

MS 261 C-M
MS 261 C-M
MS 261 C-M
MS 261 C-M
MS 261 C-M
$1,625.00
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Technical details

Displacement50.2 cm³
Displacement3.1 cu-in
Power3 kW
Device weight without refuelling4.9 kg 1)
Device weight without refuelling5.80 kg 2)
1)without guide bar and saw chain2)with guide bar and saw chain

Features

RELIABLE WORK WITH THE BEST PERFORMANCE. With STIHL M-Tronic, you’ll have the best performance from your work tool from the outset. Fully electronic engine management regulates the ignition timing and fuel metering in all work situations, taking into account external conditions such as temperature, altitude and fuel quality.
STIHL M-TRONIC
EXTENDED FILTER SERVICE LIFE. Pre-separation routing removes coarse, larger particles from the airstream before they can reach the actual filter. The HD2 filter keeps even fine dust away from the engine, ensuring a long engine service life, long cleaning intervals and easy maintenance of your chainsaw. When we refer to a long-life air filter system in chainsaws, this exclusively describes models that have pre-separation routing and an HD2 filter. With this system, you benefit from a significantly longer filter service life compared to conventional air filter systems.
LONG-LIFE AIR FILTER SYSTEM FOR CHAINSAWS
FOR MORE PLEASANT WORK. Vibrations can occur when you put your power tools through their paces, and these are particularly noticeable in the grip area. The buffer and spring elements of the STIHL anti-vibration system reduce the transmission of engine vibrations to the handle area and therefore to your body. The result is that your power tool is more comfortable to hold and your work is much less tiring.
STIHL ANTI-VIBRATION SYSTEM
QUICK AND EASY TO USE. With tool-free fuel cap, you can open and close oil and fuel tanks in just a few simple steps, thanks to a bayonet closure.
TOOL-FREE FUEL CAP FOR OIL AND FUEL TANKS
HIGHLY POWER-EFFICIENT. With the STIHL 2-MIX engine, you can reduce exhaust emissions and fuel consumption, and therefore operating costs. This 2-stroke engine is low-maintenance and uses fuel efficiently even at high power levels. Use a mixture of petrol and engine oil as fuel. The STIHL 2-MIX engine complies with the strict EU Stage V emissions directive.
STIHL 2-MIX ENGINE
EFFORTLESS START-UP. The decompression valve makes it easier to start your power tool. When starting, you can allow some of the compressed mixture to escape from the cylinder by opening the valve. This protects the start-up system and reduces the amount of force required on the starter cord.
MANUAL DECOMPRESSION
REDUCES OIL CONSUMPTION. The STIHL Ematic system comprises a STIHL Ematic or Ematic S guide bar, a STIHL Oilomatic saw chain and a controlled-delivery oil pump. It ensures that the chain oil gets to where it is needed for lubrication. This allows you to reduce oil consumption by up to 50%. If you often work in dusty conditions or if you use long guide bars, you can quickly and easily increase the oil quantity at any time with the new oil pump system.
STIHL EMATIC SYSTEM
FOR SIMPLE AND SECURE RE-TENSIONING. Side-mounted chain tensioning allows for protected, easy and quick chain tensioning and replacement. The tensioning screw is inserted laterally through the sprocket cover.
SIDE-MOUNTED CHAIN TENSIONING
Different bar lengths, wood types and sawing techniques require different amounts of oil. The controlled-delivery oil pump allows the user to select just the right amount of oil for the job.
CONTROLLED-DELIVERY OIL PUMP
The HD2 filter protects your power tool’s engine against even the finest dust, ensuring a longer service life and reduced wear. The filter made from robust PET material and is oil and water-repellent, making it easier to clean the filter. The filter cartridge can also be easily replaced without tools.
HD2 FILTER

POWERFUL FORESTRY CHAINSAW WITH LIGHT 04 BAR

The STIHL MS 261 professional chainsaw is built to tackle a wide range of tasks with ease. The MS 261 C-M is tailor-made for forestry tasks in low- and medium-density forests. With a power-to-weight ratio of 1.6 kg/kW, this chainsaw delivers heightened manoeuvrability and sustained work capacity. It's perfectly suited for jobs like pruning, tree cutting, and the efficient felling of smaller trees.


With a 3.0 kW (4.1 hp) STIHL 2-MIX engine, it provides ample power while being fuel-efficient. This petrol chainsaw is equipped with STIHL M-Tronic technology, ensuring efficient work and a consistent maximum engine speed for top-notch performance. This innovation aids in smooth starting, precise ignition timing, and efficient fuel delivery. Alongside the Light 04 guide bar, the .325"" RS Pro saw chain offers a blend of potent cutting performance while keeping the overall weight manageable. The STIHL Ematic system ensures accurate oil distribution, reducing disruptions during prolonged chainsaw use. The long-life air filter system, featuring pre-separation routing and an HD2 air filter, extends both operating time and intervals between maintenance sessions for the tool.

MS 261 C-M

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