10 Best Stihl Chainsaws

An excellent machine for the home or summer cottage, the STIHL MS 150 allows you to thin trees, clean up dead wood or harvest firewood. It is also effective in construction - for working with wooden beams or boards, this is the most effective cutting tool. Light weight (2.6 kg) and a short tire of 30 cm allows you to easily operate with one hand. In many ways, the comfort of control depends on the ergonomic handle.Despite the modest power of only 1000 watts, the chainsaw is equipped with an emergency brake and a vibration damping system. The latter is so effective that only faint echoes of the engine work reach the operator's hand, which do not lead to premature fatigue at all.

Despite its household “sharpening”, the Stihl MS 150 chainsaw easily withstands prolonged loads and can work as long as there is something to supply in the fuel supply system. Reviews are traditionally positive - owners who have been using this tool for more than one year have nothing to complain about. Among the obvious advantages, along with low weight and economy, there is the easiest start of the saw - it “starts” literally from half a turn, even in the cold season.

Light chainsaw with a power of 2 hp designed for sawing wood up to 40 cm thick. Available in two versions: with tires 14 and 16 inches, weighs only 3.9 kg. Traditionally successful vibration damping, a high level of safety due to the use of the patented QuickStop brake for instant stopping in case of need, and a quick chain tensioning system explain the high popularity of this tool among both amateurs and professionals.

With success it can be used for preparation of firewood, clearing of thickets, construction works. Users note high reliability, unpretentiousness in any conditions, as well as ease of maintenance.

The power of the MS 661-28 chainsaw and the length of the bar (71 cm) are designed for large volumes of work, which are common for forestry and logging companies. Due to the high torque, cutting takes place with a minimum of time. At the same time, no special efforts are required from the operator, despite the decent weight of the equipment - 7.4 kg. The saw starts up quickly after idle times with a manual start with an easy start function.

The presence of a vibration damping system and excellent balance make it easy to control a chainsaw with minimal power consumption. Feedback from owners who use the STIHL MS 661-28 in their work, along with the high speed characteristics of the chainsaw, note the high reliability of the equipment and ease of maintenance. Also of great importance is the ergonomics of the hand tool, the presence of a locking system from accidental start, and an emergency brake. It has been noted that during long downtimes (more than a day), it is better to drain the fuel, because otherwise the carburetor may become clogged.

Among the chainsaws produced by the German company Stihl, MS 230 has a number of advantages that allowed this model to become a full member of this rating. The first thing that potential buyers pay attention to is the weight of the unit, which is only 4.6 kg without equipment and process fluids. The power reserve is no less relevant, and in this chainsaw the engine “puts out” 1900 watts.

Judging by the reviews of the owners, such parameters make it easy to cut serious volumes. In this case, the unit does not require rest at all.The system works fine, not overheating above critical levels even under load. The only thing that leads to breaks is the need for refueling. By the way, here is probably the most significant drawback of this chainsaw - the lack of viewing windows to control the remaining fuel in the tank. It often happens that it ends at the most inopportune moment.

The high-performance unit has a capacity of 6 liters. With. and weighs just over 7 kg (together with a tire and half-filled oil and gasoline tanks). At the same time, the chainsaw is so balanced that it is a pleasure to work with Rollomatic ES Light. The engine allows you to easily install a tire up to 90 cm long (50 cm in the basic configuration), which allows you to perform serious amounts of work. Power allows you to effortlessly cut even the thickest trees or timber without much effort.

Thanks to the anti-vibration system, which is highly efficient, the workflow does not require frequent rest breaks. A special valve greatly facilitates the start of the chainsaw, and the carburetor heating system affects the stability of the unit under load. Also in the reviews, many owners positively note the efficiency of the chainsaw and its ease of operation. The optimal combination of characteristics and reliability allows you to successfully fell trees with small and medium-sized trunks.

Like all participants in the STIHL MS 211 rating, it is distinguished by high build quality and reliable components, which ensures uninterrupted performance of tasks with a minimum of time. Tire 40 cm and power 2.3 liters. With. allow you to perform many tasks around the house or in the country. The assembled saw weighs about 5 kg, so it is quite easy to operate it (especially when thinning the garden, you can easily wield it with one hand).

You can work with it for a long time and without any problems - the engine mount is well thought out and the vibration on the operator's hands is rather weak. At the same time, the chainsaw cuts quite quickly and confidently. Judging by the reviews, breakdowns, if they occur, are usually caused by incorrect operation and they are so rare that they indirectly confirm the reliability of the unit. It should also be remembered that the use of branded lubricants (they cost a little more than usual) has a positive effect on the duration of trouble-free operation.

The youngest model in the range of garden chainsaws Stihl is in constant demand among gardeners and private developers. It is light (4 kg), and although it has only 1.8 hp, it shows excellent performance when pruning trees and harvesting firewood. The equipment is traditional for saws of this brand: vibration damping, a QuickStop chain brake, a compensator in the carburetor ensures constant power even with a worn air filter.

Users recommend choosing it for precise work with carpentry, as well as for cutting branches at a height.Relatively low power is not a disadvantage - after all, it is unlikely that you will need to cut thick trees in your garden. At the lowest price in the Stihl family of chainsaws, the model has not lost its traditional quality and reliability.

Universal professional saw of medium power class. Equally well suited for thinning forests, construction and firewood. It can also be used for trimming hedges (with a special attachment). The weight of 4.9 kg with an engine power of 3.5 hp allows you to cut down trees of medium diameter.

No special tools are required to open the fuel and oil tank cap, which is important for ease of maintenance. The decompression valve facilitates the operator's work by reducing the required starting force and increasing engine life. According to reviews, this is the best tool - it does not cause fatigue, it is powerful enough, and at the same time light, it has been serving for years without complaints.

The chainsaw weighs 10 kg (without fuel and tires) and has the best performance compared to all participants in the rating. The MS 880-36 engine is capable of developing a power of 6.4 kW. To match the motor and the tire of the unit - its length is 91 cm. In this case, a chain with an increased pitch (0.404 inches) is used. It is quite easy to control the Stihl MS 880 chainsaw - you immediately feel the excellent balance of the hand tool. With timely sharpening of the chain, cutting a large amount of wood proceeds almost effortlessly.Even hardwood chainsaw dissolves better than many analogues.

The reviews of the owners are rather monotonous, and there is absolutely no negative operating experience in them. The STIHL MS 880-36 has proven itself to be a reliable and low maintenance unit that does not shy away from large volumes. Moreover, they give in to it much faster than their closest competitors. If you try to find weaknesses, then, like any technique, such moments are also present in this chainsaw. In particular, the volume of the fuel tank is only 0.7 liters, which is clearly not enough. However, German engineers, of course, calculated everything exactly, and the next portion of fuel in the tank will just allow the operator to take a breath from the exciting work.

This chainsaw has an ideal specific gravity - tool weight / performance ratio. The manufacturer paid special attention to the premium vibration damping system, which is extremely important for long, intensive work - after all, the tool is designed for logging or building log cabins. With a weight of 5.6 kg, the saw has a 4.6 hp gasoline engine.

Carburetor heating in cold seasons and a special ElastoStart starter make the tool easy and comfortable for the user. According to professionals, the chainsaw has been working for decades without the slightest problem in intensive use and is a legendary tool for reliability and quality for lumberjacks and builders of wooden houses.