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STIHL MS 271

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User ratings:
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260 user ratings
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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2 editorial reviews
Stihl MS 271 (Petrol Chainsaw): 3.8 out of 5 stars from 4 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.Read more
The Stihl 271 Farm Boss Chainsaw is an expensive option - but worth every penny.Read more
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Pros

  • lightweight saw is easy to use
  • quickly
  • efficiently

Cons

  • Chickweed and Other Weeds Are Coming into Their Heyday
  • only comes in 16 or 20 inches
  • chainsaw does not need someone to adjust the chain by hand
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Key specs

  • 114 dB
  • 5.6 kg
  • 50, 38 cm
  • 0.24 l
  • 2600 W
  • Petrol driven
  • 50.2 cm³
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STIHL MS 271 - Pros & Cons

STIHL MS 271

Pros

  • lightweight saw is easy to use
  • quickly
  • efficiently
  • and produces less pollution
  • It is also good for farm or professional use
  • MS 271 is safe and easy to use
  • a powerful engine and a durable design
  • fuel-efficient and cuts things easily
  • low vibration and great balance also
  • The air filter is snug and robust
  • sleek clean look

Cons

  • Chickweed and Other Weeds Are Coming into Their Heyday
  • only comes in 16 or 20 inches
  • chainsaw does not need someone to adjust the chain by hand
  • chainsaws weigh considerably more than their specs
  • The chainsaw does not need to be cleaned as often
  • Vibrations can cause the engine to vibrate
  • not a pro chainsaw
  • flip-top cap being plastic and hard to use
  • large particles and dirt are separated from the air filter
  • large particles are separated out before reaching the air filter
  • saw that is no longer in production

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STIHL MS 271 - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Maximum noise level114.0 dB
Vibrations front handle4.5 m/s²
Vibrations rear handle4.5 m/s²
Vibration emission4.5 m/s²
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Dimensions
Weight12.35 lb
Bar length range50 - 38
Blade length17.72 in
Oil tank0.05 gal
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Power
Power2600.0 W
Power sourcePetrol driven
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Design
Colour of productBlack,Grey,Orange
Chain pitch3.0 in
Fuel tank capacity0.01 gal
Fuel tank0.11 gal
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Features
Automatic oilingyes
Displacement0.01 gal
Chain saw brakeyes
Chain gauge0.06 in

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STIHL MS 271 STIHL - Editorial Reviews (2)

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Published: 07.06.2022
Stihl MS 271

Stihl MS 271 (Petrol Chainsaw): 3.8 out of 5 stars from 4 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.

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STIHL MS 271 Stihl 271 Farm Boss Chainsaw review
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Published: 30.10.2019
Stihl 271 Farm Boss Chainsaw review
5.0

The Stihl 271 Farm Boss Chainsaw is an expensive option - but worth every penny.

By Jai Breitnauer
7 minute read

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