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STIHL MS 291

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User ratings:
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3.4 out of 5
170 user ratings
5 stars
15 %
4 stars
31 %
3 stars
40 %
2 stars
9 %
1 stars
4 %
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Stihl MS 291 Yard Boss (Petrol Chainsaw): 2.4 out of 5 stars from 8 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.Read more
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Pros

  • STIHL anti-vibration system helps reduce operator fatigue and provides a more comfortable working experience
  • equally powerful as its predecessors and easy to maintain
  • quick-release system to facilitate air filter cleaning and replacement

Cons

  • not consistently over longer periods of time
  • saw that is no longer in production
  • it s not the best
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Key specs

  • 116 dB
  • 5.6 kg
  • 50, 40 cm
  • 0.24 l
  • 2800 W
  • Petrol driven
  • 55.5 cm³
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STIHL MS 291 - Pros & Cons

STIHL MS 291

Pros

  • STIHL anti-vibration system helps reduce operator fatigue and provides a more comfortable working experience
  • equally powerful as its predecessors and easy to maintain
  • quick-release system to facilitate air filter cleaning and replacement
  • firm
  • comfortable
  • and safe grip
  • quick and easy
  • MS291 is solid and powerful for its size

Cons

  • not consistently over longer periods of time
  • saw that is no longer in production
  • it s not the best
  • you have to be strong
  • it is HEAVY
  • availability and prices
  • not everyone needs a pro saw
  • sprocket nose with a hard nose
  • the chain is often too tight right off the production line
  • hidden tricks
  • pricey tools

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STIHL MS 291 - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Maximum noise level116.0 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 - 40
Blade length17.72 in
Oil tank0.05 gal
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Power
Power2800.0 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
Displacement0.01 gal
Chain catcheryes
Chain saw brakeyes

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STIHL MS 291 STIHL - Editorial Reviews (1)

STIHL MS 291 Stihl MS 291 Yard Boss
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Published: 27.05.2022
Stihl MS 291 Yard Boss

Stihl MS 291 Yard Boss (Petrol Chainsaw): 2.4 out of 5 stars from 8 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.

By Mark
9 minute read

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