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STIHL MS 261 C-M

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3.4 out of 5
121 user ratings
5 stars
21 %
4 stars
22 %
3 stars
33 %
2 stars
16 %
1 stars
6 %

Pros

  • lighter more powerful saw
  • EFFICIENT
  • RESPONSIBLE

Cons

  • Husqvarna shoots lead
  • not chips
  • cheap/dull/underpowered
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Key specs

  • 25.6 m/s
  • 4.9 kg
  • 50, 33 cm
  • 0.27 l
  • 3000 W
  • Petrol driven
  • 50.2 cm³
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STIHL MS 261 C-M - Pros & Cons

STIHL MS 261 C-M

Pros

  • lighter more powerful saw
  • EFFICIENT
  • RESPONSIBLE
  • CLEAN and SAFE use of all fuels
  • sharp good quality saw is FUN
  • light weight and it has enough power for me for cutting firewood
  • easy to use and maintain
  • light
  • and reliable
  • put the performance package on it making it 20% faster
  • packed with features and can handle a variety of tasks

Cons

  • Husqvarna shoots lead
  • not chips
  • cheap/dull/underpowered
  • It may not display this or other websites correctly
  • tensioning screw is not in direct contact with sharp saw chains
  • a full tank and no guide bars or strings
  • Sometimes it can be hard to get started
  • The chainsaw is a bit heavier than the average saw and has some maintenance problems
  • inability to use the 18-inch chain

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STIHL MS 261 C-M - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Chain speed25.6 m/s
Vibrations front handle3.5 m/s²
Vibrations rear handle3.5 m/s²
Vibration emission3.5 m/s²
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Dimensions
Weight10.8 lb
Bar length range50 - 33
Blade length17.72 in
Oil tank0.06 gal
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Power
Power3000.0 W
Power sourcePetrol driven
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Design
Colour of productBlack,Grey,Orange
Chain pitch1.0 in
Fuel tank capacity0.01 gal
Fuel tank0.11 gal
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Features
Displacement0.01 gal
Chain saw brakeyes

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