STIHL MS 881 Petrol Chainsaw, the world's most powerful chainsaw for tree surgeons and forestry tasks.
STIHL MS 881 Petrol Chainsaw showcasing unmatched power for tree surgeons and forestry professionals.
STIHL MS 881 Petrol Chainsaw on a felled tree, showcasing powerful performance for tree surgeons in forestry work.
Two workers in orange and black safety gear cutting a tree with chainsaws in a forest.
Tree surgeon using STIHL MS 881 petrol chainsaw to cut through a tree in a forest setting.
STIHL MS 881 petrol chainsaw in action, perfect for tree surgeons and heavy-duty forestry tasks.
Tree surgeon using the STIHL MS 881 petrol chainsaw to fell a large tree in a dense forest.
STIHL MS 881 chainsaw showcasing its powerful design for professional tree surgeons and timber harvesting.
    STIHL MS 881 Petrol Chainsaw, the world's most powerful chainsaw for tree surgeons and forestry tasks.
    STIHL MS 881 Petrol Chainsaw showcasing unmatched power for tree surgeons and forestry professionals.
    STIHL MS 881 Petrol Chainsaw on a felled tree, showcasing powerful performance for tree surgeons in forestry work.
    Two workers in orange and black safety gear cutting a tree with chainsaws in a forest.
    Tree surgeon using STIHL MS 881 petrol chainsaw to cut through a tree in a forest setting.
    STIHL MS 881 petrol chainsaw in action, perfect for tree surgeons and heavy-duty forestry tasks.
    Tree surgeon using the STIHL MS 881 petrol chainsaw to fell a large tree in a dense forest.
    STIHL MS 881 chainsaw showcasing its powerful design for professional tree surgeons and timber harvesting.
STIHL MS 881 Petrol Chainsaw, the world's most powerful chainsaw for tree surgeons and forestry tasks.

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STIHL MS 881 Petrol Chainsaw showcasing unmatched power for tree surgeons and forestry professionals.

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STIHL MS 881 Petrol Chainsaw on a felled tree, showcasing powerful performance for tree surgeons in forestry work.

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Two workers in orange and black safety gear cutting a tree with chainsaws in a forest.

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Tree surgeon using STIHL MS 881 petrol chainsaw to cut through a tree in a forest setting.

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STIHL MS 881 petrol chainsaw in action, perfect for tree surgeons and heavy-duty forestry tasks.

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Tree surgeon using the STIHL MS 881 petrol chainsaw to fell a large tree in a dense forest.

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STIHL MS 881 chainsaw showcasing its powerful design for professional tree surgeons and timber harvesting.

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Stihl

MS 881 Petrol Chainsaw

SKU: Stihl | MS-1124 200 0199

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Product information & specifications

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STIHL MS 881 Magnum Petrol Chainsaw – The World's Most Powerful Production Chainsaw

Free Spare Chain Available

Worth £20–£40 depending on model

When you add this STIHL chainsaw to your cart, your free matching chain will appear automatically. Simply click "Add Free Item" in the cart to include it with your order.

  • Matching chain for this model
  • Ideal for quick swaps on the job
  • Helps reduce downtime

Your free chain will appear in the cart — just click "Add Free Item" before checkout.

The STIHL MS 881 Magnum is the most powerful production chainsaw ever made — a 121.6cc 2-MIX engine delivering 6.4 kW (8.7 hp) at 9.9 kg without bar and chain. Built for professional foresters, sawmill operators and extreme timber harvesting where no other saw has sufficient displacement or sustained torque, the MS 881 accepts bars from 75 cm to 105 cm (30–41") for the largest timber applications. In stock at Gustharts as an authorised STIHL dealer, with free UK delivery over £75.

Key Features

  • 121.6cc 2-MIX Engine, 6.4 kW / 8.7 hp – Exceptional torque while meeting EU-5 emissions standards.
  • Bar Compatibility: 75–105 cm (30–41") – For the largest-diameter timber applications in commercial forestry and sawmilling.
  • IntelliCarb Carburettor – Maintains engine performance as the air filter loads up, without manual adjustment.
  • Ematic Lubrication System – Reduces bar oil consumption by up to 50%.
  • HD2 Washable Air Filter – Ultra-fine, long-life filtration for dusty logging and sawmill environments.
  • Variable Oil Pump – User-adjustable oil delivery to suit bar length and cutting conditions.
  • Single-Lever Master Control – Integrates choke, throttle lock and stop switch for intuitive one-handed operation.
  • ElastoStart and Decompression Valve – Cushioned pull-start and reduced compression for easier starts on a large-displacement engine.
  • QuickStop Chain Brake – Instant chain stop in kickback scenarios.
  • Anti-Vibration System – Reduces operator fatigue during prolonged heavy-duty use.
  • Tool-Free Fuel and Oil Caps – Bayonet-style locking for fast field refuelling.

Technical Specifications

Specification Details
Displacement 121.6cc
Power Output 6.4 kW (8.7 hp)
Weight (without bar and chain) 9.9 kg
Recommended Bar Length 75–105 cm (30–41")
Fuel Tank Capacity 1,300 ml
Guide Bar Options Rollomatic ES or Duromatic

Why Choose the STIHL MS 881 Magnum?

The MS 881 is specified when no other saw in the range is large enough. At 121.6cc it offers approximately 33% more displacement than the MS 661 C-M and accepts bars up to 105 cm — essential for felling old-growth softwoods, large hardwoods, or bucking logs too wide for smaller saws. IntelliCarb keeps the engine performing consistently as the air filter loads in sawdust-heavy environments, which on a sawmill or processing site is a practical advantage across a full shift. Gustharts stocks the MS 881 as an authorised STIHL dealer with specialist advice on bar and chain selection for specific applications.

Complete Your Kit

FAQs

What makes the MS 881 different from the MS 661 C-M?

The MS 881 has a 121.6cc engine producing 6.4 kW versus the MS 661's 91.1cc and 5.4 kW. It also accepts substantially longer bars (up to 105 cm vs 90 cm), making it the choice for the largest-diameter timber where the MS 661 is insufficient.

What bar lengths are available for the MS 881?

STIHL offer 75 cm (30"), 90 cm (36") and 105 cm (41") options in Rollomatic ES and Duromatic formats. An optional saw-frame mounting is also available for portable milling setups.

Is the MS 881 suitable for chainsaw milling?

Yes — the MS 881 is one of the most capable saws for Alaskan and portable sawmill use, with the torque and bar length range to process very large logs efficiently.

What does IntelliCarb do?

IntelliCarb automatically compensates for a partially blocked air filter by adjusting the fuel-air mixture, maintaining consistent engine performance without manual intervention during heavy-dust operations.

How does ElastoStart help with a 121cc engine?

ElastoStart cushions the recoil of the pull-starter cable, reducing the shock load transmitted to the operator's arm — particularly beneficial on a high-compression large-displacement engine like the MS 881.

Specification

Bar length 75-105 cm
Bar length 30-41 "
Displacement 121.6 cm³
Power output 6.4/8.7 kW/HP
Weight 9.9 kg 1)
Power-to-weight ratio 1.5 kg/kW
Weight 12.57 / 13.23 / 14.24 kg 2)
Length with bumper strike 550 mm
Sound pressure level 106 dB(A) 3)
Sound power level 118 dB(A) 3)
Vibration values left/right 9.8/9.8 m/s² 4)
Saw chain pitch .404 "
CO2 671 g/kWh

1)Without fuel, without bar and chain2)Without fuel, with bar and chain3)K-factor according to DIR 2006/42/EC = 2.5 dB (A)4)K-factor according to DIR 2006/42/EC = 2m / s ²

STIHL MS 881 Magnum Petrol Chainsaw – The World's Most Powerful Production Chainsaw

Free Spare Chain Available

Worth £20–£40 depending on model

When you add this STIHL chainsaw to your cart, your free matching chain will appear automatically. Simply click "Add Free Item" in the cart to include it with your order.

  • Matching chain for this model
  • Ideal for quick swaps on the job
  • Helps reduce downtime

Your free chain will appear in the cart — just click "Add Free Item" before checkout.

The STIHL MS 881 Magnum is the most powerful production chainsaw ever made — a 121.6cc 2-MIX engine delivering 6.4 kW (8.7 hp) at 9.9 kg without bar and chain. Built for professional foresters, sawmill operators and extreme timber harvesting where no other saw has sufficient displacement or sustained torque, the MS 881 accepts bars from 75 cm to 105 cm (30–41") for the largest timber applications. In stock at Gustharts as an authorised STIHL dealer, with free UK delivery over £75.

Key Features

  • 121.6cc 2-MIX Engine, 6.4 kW / 8.7 hp – Exceptional torque while meeting EU-5 emissions standards.
  • Bar Compatibility: 75–105 cm (30–41") – For the largest-diameter timber applications in commercial forestry and sawmilling.
  • IntelliCarb Carburettor – Maintains engine performance as the air filter loads up, without manual adjustment.
  • Ematic Lubrication System – Reduces bar oil consumption by up to 50%.
  • HD2 Washable Air Filter – Ultra-fine, long-life filtration for dusty logging and sawmill environments.
  • Variable Oil Pump – User-adjustable oil delivery to suit bar length and cutting conditions.
  • Single-Lever Master Control – Integrates choke, throttle lock and stop switch for intuitive one-handed operation.
  • ElastoStart and Decompression Valve – Cushioned pull-start and reduced compression for easier starts on a large-displacement engine.
  • QuickStop Chain Brake – Instant chain stop in kickback scenarios.
  • Anti-Vibration System – Reduces operator fatigue during prolonged heavy-duty use.
  • Tool-Free Fuel and Oil Caps – Bayonet-style locking for fast field refuelling.

Technical Specifications

Specification Details
Displacement 121.6cc
Power Output 6.4 kW (8.7 hp)
Weight (without bar and chain) 9.9 kg
Recommended Bar Length 75–105 cm (30–41")
Fuel Tank Capacity 1,300 ml
Guide Bar Options Rollomatic ES or Duromatic

Why Choose the STIHL MS 881 Magnum?

The MS 881 is specified when no other saw in the range is large enough. At 121.6cc it offers approximately 33% more displacement than the MS 661 C-M and accepts bars up to 105 cm — essential for felling old-growth softwoods, large hardwoods, or bucking logs too wide for smaller saws. IntelliCarb keeps the engine performing consistently as the air filter loads in sawdust-heavy environments, which on a sawmill or processing site is a practical advantage across a full shift. Gustharts stocks the MS 881 as an authorised STIHL dealer with specialist advice on bar and chain selection for specific applications.

Complete Your Kit

FAQs

What makes the MS 881 different from the MS 661 C-M?

The MS 881 has a 121.6cc engine producing 6.4 kW versus the MS 661's 91.1cc and 5.4 kW. It also accepts substantially longer bars (up to 105 cm vs 90 cm), making it the choice for the largest-diameter timber where the MS 661 is insufficient.

What bar lengths are available for the MS 881?

STIHL offer 75 cm (30"), 90 cm (36") and 105 cm (41") options in Rollomatic ES and Duromatic formats. An optional saw-frame mounting is also available for portable milling setups.

Is the MS 881 suitable for chainsaw milling?

Yes — the MS 881 is one of the most capable saws for Alaskan and portable sawmill use, with the torque and bar length range to process very large logs efficiently.

What does IntelliCarb do?

IntelliCarb automatically compensates for a partially blocked air filter by adjusting the fuel-air mixture, maintaining consistent engine performance without manual intervention during heavy-dust operations.

How does ElastoStart help with a 121cc engine?

ElastoStart cushions the recoil of the pull-starter cable, reducing the shock load transmitted to the operator's arm — particularly beneficial on a high-compression large-displacement engine like the MS 881.

Specification

Bar length 75-105 cm
Bar length 30-41 "
Displacement 121.6 cm³
Power output 6.4/8.7 kW/HP
Weight 9.9 kg 1)
Power-to-weight ratio 1.5 kg/kW
Weight 12.57 / 13.23 / 14.24 kg 2)
Length with bumper strike 550 mm
Sound pressure level 106 dB(A) 3)
Sound power level 118 dB(A) 3)
Vibration values left/right 9.8/9.8 m/s² 4)
Saw chain pitch .404 "
CO2 671 g/kWh

1)Without fuel, without bar and chain2)Without fuel, with bar and chain3)K-factor according to DIR 2006/42/EC = 2.5 dB (A)4)K-factor according to DIR 2006/42/EC = 2m / s ²

STIHL Warranty

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STIHL offer a 1 year professional warranty or 2 year domestic warranty with all of their machines.

The following exceptions apply:

  • AK System, AS System and AI Line cordless products aren't covered under warranty when used by professionals
  • AP System machines, batteries and chargers - 2 year professional warranty
  • Pressure washers - 2 year professional warranty or 3 year domestic warranty
  • Mowers, tillers, shredders, scarifiers & iMOW machines - See STIHL's website here

Extend your Stihl warranty by an additional year when purchasing a STIHL Smart Connector with selected machinery from the petrol and cordless range. Extends your petrol warranty from 1 to 2 years AND 2 to 3 years on select cordless tools.

Downloads

MS 881 Manual

STIHL offer a 1 year professional warranty or 2 year domestic warranty with all of their machines.

The following exceptions apply:

  • AK System, AS System and AI Line cordless products aren't covered under warranty when used by professionals
  • AP System machines, batteries and chargers - 2 year professional warranty
  • Pressure washers - 2 year professional warranty or 3 year domestic warranty
  • Mowers, tillers, shredders, scarifiers & iMOW machines - See STIHL's website here

Extend your Stihl warranty by an additional year when purchasing a STIHL Smart Connector with selected machinery from the petrol and cordless range. Extends your petrol warranty from 1 to 2 years AND 2 to 3 years on select cordless tools.

Downloads

MS 881 Manual

Delivery & Returns

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UK Delivery

Fast, reliable delivery from our UK warehouse.

  • Free UK delivery on eligible orders over £75 +VAT. Long, heavy or oversized items may incur an additional delivery charge, shown at checkout.
  • UK Standard Delivery from £3.60 + VAT
    Estimated delivery: 2–4 working days
  • Next Working Day Delivery – £6.00 + VAT

    Order before 3:00pm (Monday–Friday) for next working day delivery

All UK orders are dispatched Monday–Friday and sent via a tracked courier service.

International Delivery

We ship worldwide from the UK.

  • Europe from £10.00

    Estimated delivery: 2–7 working days
  • Rest of the World from £12.00

    Estimated delivery: 2–11 working days

Shipping costs and delivery times are calculated at checkout based on destination and order contents.

Customs, Duties & Taxes

International orders may be subject to local import duties, taxes, or customs charges.

When UPS is selected at checkout, applicable duties and taxes are included in the total price. For other shipping services, duties and taxes may be charged separately on delivery and are the responsibility of the recipient.

Customs processing times may affect delivery estimates.


Returns

30-Day Return Policy

  • Items can be returned within 30 days of delivery
  • Products must be unused and in original condition
  • Return postage costs apply unless the item is faulty or incorrect


For full details, please visit our Shipping & Returns page.

UK Delivery

Fast, reliable delivery from our UK warehouse.

  • Free UK delivery on eligible orders over £75 +VAT. Long, heavy or oversized items may incur an additional delivery charge, shown at checkout.
  • UK Standard Delivery from £3.60 + VAT
    Estimated delivery: 2–4 working days
  • Next Working Day Delivery – £6.00 + VAT

    Order before 3:00pm (Monday–Friday) for next working day delivery

All UK orders are dispatched Monday–Friday and sent via a tracked courier service.

International Delivery

We ship worldwide from the UK.

  • Europe from £10.00

    Estimated delivery: 2–7 working days
  • Rest of the World from £12.00

    Estimated delivery: 2–11 working days

Shipping costs and delivery times are calculated at checkout based on destination and order contents.

Customs, Duties & Taxes

International orders may be subject to local import duties, taxes, or customs charges.

When UPS is selected at checkout, applicable duties and taxes are included in the total price. For other shipping services, duties and taxes may be charged separately on delivery and are the responsibility of the recipient.

Customs processing times may affect delivery estimates.


Returns

30-Day Return Policy

  • Items can be returned within 30 days of delivery
  • Products must be unused and in original condition
  • Return postage costs apply unless the item is faulty or incorrect


For full details, please visit our Shipping & Returns page.

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