MS 231

The versatile MS 231 chainsaw is ideal for private users or farmers felling small trees, cutting firewood and general landscape maintenance. The STIHL 2-MIX engine allows emissions to be cut by up to 70% and fuel consumption is up to 20% lower compared to a STIHL 2-stroke engine of the same power output without 2-MIX technology.

Technical data

Displacement 42,6 cm³
Power output 2/2,7 kW/bhp
Weight 1) 4,8 kg
Power-to-weight ratio 2,4 kg/kW
Sound pressure level 2) 103 dB(A)
Sound power level 2) 114 dB(A)
Vibration level left/right 3) 3,9/3,9 m/s²
Saw chain pitch 3/8″P
STIHL Oilomatic saw chain type Picco Micro 3 (PM3)