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STIHL MS 170

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User ratings:
231
3.3 out of 5
231 user ratings
5 stars
16 %
4 stars
25 %
3 stars
35 %
2 stars
17 %
1 stars
5 %
Editorial reviews:
2
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2 editorial reviews
Stihl MS 170 / 171 MiniBoss (Petrol Chainsaw): 3.7 out of 5 stars from 71 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.Read more
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Pros

  • EFFICIENT
  • RESPONSIBLE
  • CLEAN and SAFE use of all fuels

Cons

  • the rest for years of free wood burning
  • lack of shock absorbers
  • stalling when it drops to a slower idle speed

Key specs

  • 111 dB
  • 4.1 kg
  • , 30 cm
  • 0.118 l
  • 3400 W
  • Petrol driven
  • 30.1 cm³

STIHL MS 170 - Pros & Cons

STIHL MS 170

Pros

  • EFFICIENT
  • RESPONSIBLE
  • CLEAN and SAFE use of all fuels
  • MS 170 is a solid chainsaw for homeowners
  • quiet
  • light
  • easy to handle and fuel-efficient
  • cuts quickly and smoothly and makes easy work of removing tree
  • small
  • lightweight chainsaw that offers amazing cutting power
  • The ergonomic handle makes it comfortable to use

Cons

  • the rest for years of free wood burning
  • lack of shock absorbers
  • stalling when it drops to a slower idle speed
  • It may not display this or other websites correctly
  • Stihl MS 170 chainsaw is not a beginner s tool
  • s a fuel gauge on the side of the fuel tank
  • It is not designed for heavy professional use
  • the price will be too high for many homeowners to justify

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STIHL MS 170 - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Maximum noise level111.0 dB
Vibrations front handle5.2 m/s²
Vibrations rear handle5.5 m/s²
Vibration emission5.5 m/s²
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Dimensions
Weight9.04 lb
Bar length range< 30
Chain bar length1.57 in
Blade length13.78 in
Oil tank0.03 gal
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Power
Power3400.0 W
Power sourcePetrol driven
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Design
Colour of productBlack,Grey,Orange
Chain pitch3.0 in
Fuel tank capacity0.01 gal
Fuel tank0.05 gal
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Features
Automatic oilingyes
Displacement0.01 gal
Low vibration handlesyes
Throw protectionyes

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