Stihl MS 201
Engineered exclusively for certified arborists and tree care specialists, this compact professional chainsaw combines power with precision in demanding elevated work environments. Its 34.4cc engine generates 1.8 kW (2.4 HP) of cutting force while maintaining exceptional maneuverability at just 3.72 kg without bar and chain.
Designed with a 30.5cm recommended bar length and 3/8"P chain pitch, this saw excels in selective pruning, limbing, and technical tree removal where accuracy matters most. The lightweight construction doesn't compromise on professional-grade performance, making it ideal for extended use in challenging positions. Stihl's German engineering heritage ensures reliability and durability that tree service professionals depend on for their most critical cutting tasks.
Technical Specifications
Alternatives →| Engine Displacement | 34.4 cc |
| Power Output | 1.8 kW |
| Power Output (HP) | 2.4 hp |
| Recommended Bar Length | 30.5 cm |
| Chain Pitch | 3/8"P " |
| Weight (without bar and chain) | 3.72 kg |
| Intended Use | For tree service professionals only |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Frequently asked questions
Who is the Stihl MS 201 designed for?
Stihl lists the MS 201 as being for tree service professionals only. It is an arborist saw, available in a top-handle configuration meant to be operated one-handed from a rope and harness by trained climbers. That intended use, not its 34.4 cc size, is what should decide whether it belongs in your hands.
How powerful is the Stihl MS 201?
The Stihl MS 201 uses a 34.4 cc petrol engine rated at 1.8 kW, or 2.4 hp. That is deliberately modest output for a saw built around a 30.5 cm bar: enough to take limbs and section wood cleanly in the canopy, while keeping the machine small and controllable for one-handed work aloft.
How much does the Stihl MS 201 weigh?
The Stihl MS 201 weighs 3.72 kg without bar and chain. That is roughly the point of a climbing saw: a machine light enough to hang from a harness and hold out at arm's length for repeated cuts. Bar, chain and a full fuel charge add to that figure once the saw is ready to work.
What bar and chain does the Stihl MS 201 use?
The Stihl MS 201 is specified with a 30.5 cm bar and a 3/8 inch Picco chain. Picco is the low-profile version of the 3/8 pitch: narrower kerf, smaller cutters and less grabbing, which is exactly what you want on a short bar being handled close to the body in a tree.
Is the Stihl MS 201 a good choice for cutting firewood at home?
No. Stihl states the MS 201 is for tree service professionals only, and its 30.5 cm bar with 1.8 kW behind it is sized for limbing in the canopy, not for bucking logs on the ground. A homeowner cutting firewood is better served by a longer-barred rear-handle saw built for ground work.
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