When you rely on firewood to keep your home warm and cozy, you need a good chainsaw to build a solid woodpile. With an exceptional power-to-weight ratio, the STIHL MS 250 is up to the job. It’s easy to use and combines great features to tackle clearing or cleanup tasks, as well as cut through small limbs and trees. For many years, the MS 250 has been a customer favorite, a model of efficiency and reliability that brings incredible performance every time.
- MASTER CONTROL LEVER™
- REAR HAND GUARD
- EASY-ACCESS AIR FILTER COVER
- MADE IN AMERICA
Features
- Master Control Lever™ - The Master Control Lever™ is an easy to use single lever, operating the choke, starting throttle lock, and on-off switch. The operator must pull the throttle trigger before moving the Master Control Lever™ to the choke position.
- Rear Hand Guard - Reduces the risk of injury as well as provides a wide area for foot placement during starting.
- Easy-Access Air Filter Cover - Effortless to remove for a fast filter cleaning or replacement.
- Made in America - A majority of STIHL products sold in America are made in America of U.S. and global materials.
- Side-Access Chain Tensioner - The side-access chain tensioner makes it much more convenient for the user to adjust the saw chain with a bar wrench as opposed to the typical location of the guide bar adjustment screw.
- Winter/Summer Shutter - The Winter/Summer Shutter allows the carburetor to operate at optimum temperature year-round and helps to prevent carburetor icing when working below 50°F (10°C).
Specs
- Power Source: Gas
- Weight: 10.1 lbs.
- Guide Bar Length (Recommended): 18 in.
- Oilomatic Chain: 0.325" RM3
- Chain Oil Capacity: 6.8 oz.
- Engine Power: 3.0 bhp
- Fuel Capacity: 15.9 oz.
- Displacement: 45.4 cc
Note: STIHL recommends #3695 (23 RM3 68) OILOMATIC® saw chain and 18" 3005 008 7017 Ematic™ guide bar combination. Compatible guide bar ranges: 16" to 18". The actual listed guide bar length can vary from the effective cutting length based on which powerhead it is installed on.
