Stihl MS181 Petrol Chainsaw

The Stihl MS181 is an entry-level, compact, lightweight chainsaw for the domestic user. Perfect for trimming bushes, felling trees or cutting wood. A highly recommended product for the comfortable operation, with the latest in vibration-reducing technology. The easy to use operation makes it ideal for home gardeners or expert arborists alike for their maintencance needs. Competitively priced, this makes it a simple choice for a dependant petrol chainsaw.

• Ideal chainsaw for homeowners,
• Available with a 12-inch, 14-inch or 16-inch bar,
• Simple and easy to use,
• Great for general garden tasks.
• 2-year warranty (domestic only)

The very comfortable operation of the MS181 chainsaw means it can be used by even an amateur gardener.

If you are looking for a convenient petrol chainsaw for all those gardening tasks, then the MS 181 really is the one to buy. Ticking all the boxes, it’s great for cutting down small trees, sectioning firewood, reducing bushes and shrubbery and other small sawing tasks.

Additionally, it’s super simple to control with all the operation controlled by a single lever which adjusts the starter, choke, throttle and stop. Manoeuvring the chainsaw is effortless too, being a featherweight at just over 4 kilos, will help reduce fatigue for long periods of use. Around the chainsaw is a loop-handle grip to ensure maximum control and reduce kickback.

Furthermore, Stihl has introduced an anti-vibration system to the MS181 which dampens the oscillations through the chainsaw and into the handle. This helps prevent the long term effects of stress when using power tools in the fingers and wrists. Even the starting process is less stressful, featuring the Stihl ElastoStart system, which reduces compression shock..

A highly efficient petrol chainsaw, for all year round use.

Stihl has designed this MS 181 domestic chainsaw with efficiency in mind. Benefitting from a highly powerful 2-stroke petrol engine with a 2-mix system, it results in a 20% lower fuel consumption and greatly reduced emissions compared to other 2-stroke models.

What’s more, the fuel and air ratio is controlled by an advanced compensator. This prevents the carburettor’s fuel-air mixture becoming rich in petrol and the air filter becoming clogged. Only the right amount of fuel is delivered depending on the volume of air being sucked in, resulting in constant engine power. This Stihl chainsaw also benefits from a pre-separation air filtration system, which means longer filter life.

Finally, Stihl has produced the MS181 chainsaw with its Ematic chain lubrication system. To make the chains last longer and reduce friction, the system lubricates the saw chains links and guide bar rails, resulting in less wear and up to 50% less oil consumption.

Technical data

• Displacement: 31.8 cm³
• Power output kW/bhp 1.5/2
• Weight: 4.3 kg
• Power-to-weight ratio: 2.9 kg/kW
• Sound pressure level: 100 dB(A
• Sound power level: 112 dB(A)
• Vibration values: 3.5 m/s²
• STIHL Oilomatic saw chain pitch/type: 3/8″ P PMM3
• Oil pump: Not adjustable
• Tank volume: 0.27 Litres
• Chain pitch: 3/8″P
• Chain tensioning: Side-chain tension
• Sprocket teeth:  6
• Filter: Long-term filter system
• Bumper spike: Steel claw
• Cylinder: 4 channel / chrome
• Oil tank volume: 265 cm³
• Anti-vibration system: AV System, steel spring
• EPA Certified Fuel consumption: 0.73 l/h
• CO2: 1.039 g/kWh