Stihl MS 162
Designed specifically for homeowners who need reliable cutting performance, this compact chainsaw combines German engineering with user-friendly features. Its 29.5cc gasoline engine produces a solid 1.6 horsepower, providing enough power for typical residential tasks like pruning branches, cutting firewood, and handling storm cleanup around the property.
Weighing just 4.5 kilograms without the bar and chain, this model strikes an excellent balance between power and maneuverability. The recommended 40.6-centimeter bar length makes it versatile enough for medium-sized branches while remaining comfortable for extended use. With its 3/8-inch chain pitch, users can expect smooth cutting action and reliable chain retention during operation.
Technical Specifications
Alternatives →| Engine Displacement | 29.5 cc |
| Power Output | 1.2 kW |
| Power Output (HP) | 1.6 hp |
| Recommended Bar Length | 40.6 cm |
| Chain Pitch | 3/8" " |
| Weight (without bar and chain) | 4.5 kg |
| Intended Use | homeowner |
| Fuel Type | gasoline |
Frequently asked questions
What is the Stihl MS 162 best suited for?
The Stihl MS 162 is a homeowner class petrol saw with a 29.5 cc engine producing 1.2 kW, or 1.6 hp, on a recommended 40.6 cm bar. That makes it a saw for cutting firewood, tidying up after storms and taking down small trees on your own land, not for sustained commercial felling.
What bar length does the Stihl MS 162 use?
The Stihl MS 162 is specified with a recommended bar length of 40.6 cm. Stihl does not publish a maximum bar length for this model, so treat 40.6 cm as the working figure. It is a generous bar for a 29.5 cc engine, which means feeding the saw steadily rather than forcing it through thick wood.
How much does the Stihl MS 162 weigh?
The Stihl MS 162 weighs 4.5 kg without bar and chain. Add the 40.6 cm bar, the chain and a tank of fuel and the saw is heavier again in use. Set against 1.2 kW of output, 4.5 kg is a fair weight for occasional work, though it is felt on long overhead or extended cuts.
What chain pitch does the Stihl MS 162 take?
The Stihl MS 162 takes a 3/8 inch pitch chain. Pitch is the spacing between the drive links, and getting it right matters: a chain of any other pitch will not run on this saw's sprocket. The 3/8 inch size is the most widely stocked, so replacements for the 40.6 cm bar are easy to source.
Who should not buy the Stihl MS 162?
Anyone cutting wood daily should look elsewhere. Stihl positions the MS 162 as a homeowner saw, and 1.2 kW from 29.5 cc on a 40.6 cm bar is sized for occasional jobs around a property. Used as a professional tool on hardwood day after day, it would be working at the top of its range constantly.
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