The Stihl MS 881 in the world’s most powerful petrol chainsaw available on the market now, ideal for professional timber work in intense conditions. Tree surgeons and forestry specialists have enthusiastically awaited this model’s release due to the predecessor’s success of the Stihl MS 880.
- Available with a 30-inch, 36-inch, or 41-inch bar,
- High power to weight ratio ideal for extreme forestry work,
- Can be fitted to a saw frame,
- Carburettor heating for all year round use,
- For professional use only.
Built for demanding lumber jobs, the Stihl MS 881 is the most superior petrol chainsaw in production.
After a much-anticipated wait, the Stihl MS 881 petrol chainsaw is finally here to order. Rolling on from the older model’s success (the MS 880), as expected, this brand new product is already topping sales.
This tool is unmatched in power with its 121.6 cc petrol engine, creating an astonishing output of 8.7 horsepower. With the powerhead weighing only 9.9 kilograms, this gives the MS881 an incredible power to weight ratio of 0.867 hp/per kg.
To keep the engine light and handle all that energy, the building materials used are superior, inside you will find a magnesium crankcase and pistons.
Because of the upgrades to Stihl’s new 2-mix motor, it is the only petrol chainsaw of this size to meet the EU 5 emissions regulations.
Includes an advanced cutting bar that matches the extreme power.
Available with three various bar lengths, the Stihl MS 881 is also adaptable to any demanding forestry jobs. Firstly, you can choose from the smaller high-quality Rollomatic ES bars, available in a 30-inch or 36-inch length. If you need something a bit
larger, then a 41-inch Duromatic bar is also an option.
Should you require even more considerable bar lengths, these can be purchased separately.
Additionally, this MS 881 petrol chainsaw can uniquely operate the Stihl .404″ Rapid Super Chain, an extremely high-performance cutting saw chain. Designed with a broad chisel tooth, great for a low cutting resistance, it is ideal for timber harvesting and demanding forestry work.
To keep your chains sharp and working for longer, Stihl design their bars to be low maintenance. For example, the guide bar noses are replaceable, with dedicated holes allowing for efficient lubricating of the chain for a cleaner cut. Also, to assure
more extended durability, the bearings are sealed in the sprocket nose.
Finally, the tensioning screw is on the chainsaw’s side through the sprocket case, which removes the need for contact with the sharp saw’s teeth.
Bold and dynamic, but built to last.
If you have familiar with Stihl chainsaw, you will be aware of how design plays a crucial role in user productivity. Every operation, switch and button are laid out for a purpose. Fortunately, this MS881 is no different. And most importantly, every component
is built to last.
For example, this chainsaw has a very comfortable grip with its unrounded handlebar, which also contains a handguard to protects your hands from debris.
Filler caps are also completely tool-free, to save time. All essential functions such as start, stop, throttle and choke have a single lever operation.
Additionally, swapping over bars and chains is made clear, with captive nuts on the sprocket case ensuring you don’t lose any.
What’s more, the newly designed oil pump regulates the bar’s delivery depending on the engines RPM output. This upgrade is vital when operating the more extensive sized bar lengths that the Stihl MS 881 use.
Another great feature is ElastoStart, which reduces the compression shock when the engine starts from the user’s arms. Restarting the chainsaw is simple too with its one-touch start/stop function, press the decompression switch and pull the starter cord.
Favourably, the MS 881 has a sophisticated anti-vibration system to dampen harsh oscillations from the engine. This system prevents fatigue in your hands in long periods of use.
Easy to maintain and keep clean
Lastly, improvements to the water and oil repellant HD2 filter will also increase service life. Even the finest of sawdust will not stop your professional chainsaw from operating. Removing the filter to be cleaned can be achieved in a concise amount of
time without using tools.
Keeping the MS 881 clean is very simple, and only needs to be done when a decrease in performance is noticeable.
Should you have issues with your new Stihl product faults can be found quickly. A brand new diagnostic system will allow your Stihl approved dealer to plug it in and analyse the performance data.
Technical Data
- Displacement: 121.6 cm³
- Performance: 6.4 kW
- Power output: 8.6 bhp
- Weight: 9.9 kg
- STIHL Oilomatic saw chain: .404″ Rapid Super
- Maximum RPM: 11,000
- Sound pressure level: 106 dB(A)
- Sound power level: 118 dB(A)
- Vibration values left/right: 8.9/8.9 m/s²
- Tank volume: 1.30 Litres
- Bumper spike: 2 Steel claws
- Sprocket – Number of teeth: 7 Z
- Cylinder: Chrome
- Oil pump: Adjustable
- Filter: HD2 filter
- Ring sprocket
- Chain tensioning: Lateral chain tensioning
- Anti-vibration system: Standard AV-System
- Filler cap: Tool-free filler cap
- EPA Certified fuel consumption: 0-3.205 l/h
- Oil tank volume: 700 cm3
In-store Customer –
What chainsaw!! Purchased this Stihl MS881 as soon it came out due to owning the MS880, and I am very happy with the improvements.
Has as much power as the MS400, yet can run the huge 48-inch bar. The new bars are very sharp and offer clean cuts with more control over the kick back.
One happy Stihl fan!
In-store Customer –
Super quick delivery from the boys despite the COVID delays. Really thankful to Keith on advising me to buy this petrol chainsaw, the MS 881 certainly has lived up to its reputation. Shame it’s not fuel injected though. Next time maybe.
In-store Customer –
I PRE-ORDERED THIS DUE TO THE RUMOURS OF AN ALL POWERFUL CHAINSAW. I AM NOT DISAPPOINTED. EXTREMELY POWERFUL AND GREAT BAR COMBINATIONS. I WILL BE TAKING THIS TO NORWAY FOR THE WINTER MONTHS, AND I LOOK FORWARD TO USING IT IN SEVERE CONDITIONS. THANK YOU.
In-store Customer –
love the new stihl ms 881 does the job and much better than the husky i previously purchase. thank you for servicing my top handle too at short notice
In-store Customer –
Great service once again from Mowers2go, delivered the MS881 on time as promised. See you in the new year!
In-store Customer –
MS880 is still going, but I needed another extreme chainsaw for the forestry work. The MS881 from Stihl is definitely my new favourite chainsaw. I would highly recommend buying the Duromatic additional bar, as it works really well with this setup.