MS 261

Highly versatile mid-range petrol chainsaw. The new updated version of the best-selling MS 260 reduces fuel consumption by up to 20% and exhaust emissions by up to 50%. Additional features include the new HD2 long life air filter system, anti-vibration technology and patented captive nuts on the chain sprocket cover. This mid-range professional chainsaw is suitable for a wide variety of applications, from cutting firewood, to thinning work and felling medium sized stands.

Technical data

Displacement 50,2 cm³
Power output 2,8/3,8 kW/bhp
Weight 1) 5,2 kg
Power-to-weight ratio 1,9 kg/kW
Sound pressure level 2) 102 dB(A)
Sound power level 2) 114 dB(A)
Sound power level 2) 113 dB(A)
Vibration level left/right 3) 3,5/3,5 m/s²
Saw chain pitch .325″
STIHL Oilomatic saw chain type Rapid Super (RS)