Collection: STIHL & ECHO Chainsaws – Petrol & Battery Models for Arborists & Forestry
STIHL and ECHO chainsaws cover petrol and battery-powered models for professional arborists, tree surgeons, forestry workers and domestic users across the UK. The STIHL MS petrol chainsaw range spans lightweight top-handle models for aerial climbing — including the MS 150 C-E and MS 193 C-E — through to high-displacement rear-handle saws in the MS 261, MS 362 and MS 500i for demanding felling and timber processing work. STIHL MSA battery chainsaws run on the STIHL AP System, delivering cordless performance for professional arborists who need unrestricted mobility without the weight and emissions of petrol. Guide bar lengths across the STIHL range run from 25 cm on compact top-handle models to 50 cm and beyond on professional rear-handle saws. ECHO is a Japanese manufacturer with a strong professional reputation for high-performance petrol chainsaws, widely used by tree surgeons and forestry contractors across the UK. As an authorised STIHL and ECHO dealer, Gustharts stocks the full UK range of both brands with fast UK delivery and expert support on every model.
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The "best" STIHL chainsaw depends on your needs. For homeowners, the STIHL MS 172 (petrol, approx. 4.5kg without fuel/bar/chain) or the lighter MSA 60 C-B (battery, approx. 2.9kg without battery/bar/chain) are excellent. For semi-professional use, the MS 251 (petrol, approx. 4.8kg) or MSA 220 C-B (battery, approx. 3.1kg without battery) offer more power. Professionals favour the versatile MS 261 C-M (petrol, approx. 4.9kg) or the powerful MS 500i (petrol, approx. 6.3kg), while the MSA 300 (battery, approx. 4.5kg without battery) is STIHL's top cordless option. Always match the saw to your task and prioritise chainsaw safety and PPE.
On STIHL chainsaws, "MS" is an abbreviation for "Motorsäge," which is German for "chainsaw."
It's the core identifier for their petrol-powered chainsaw models. You'll also see other prefixes like:
- MSA: Indicates a battery-powered chainsaw
- MSE: Indicates an electric (corded) chainsaw
The numbers and additional letters that follow (e.g., 172, 261 C-M, 500i) then denote the specific model, its power class, and various comfort or advanced features.
For optimal performance and chainsaw safety, a STIHL chainsaw requires regular servicing. After every use, clean the saw thoroughly (bar, chain, air filter, cooling fins), and check chain tension/sharpness. Every 10-20 hours, inspect/sharpen the chain, check the guide bar, and clean/replace air and fuel filters. Annually, a comprehensive service by an authorised STIHL dealer is highly recommended, involving engine inspection, carburettor adjustments, and component checks to ensure longevity and peak performance.
In the UK, STIHL chainsaw warranties typically last 2 years for domestic users and 1 year for professional users on petrol models (AP System battery tools for pros get 2 years). Domestic warranties can extend to 3 years if purchased with 5 litres of STIHL MotoMix® fuel. Professional users can often extend their warranty by an additional year (e.g., to 2 years for petrol, 3 years for AP System) by purchasing a STIHL Smart Connector with qualifying machines. Always confirm terms with a dealer.