{"product_id":"stihl-ms-462-c-m-lightweight-petrol-chainsaw","title":"MS 462 C-M Petrol Chainsaw","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSTIHL MS 462 C-M Petrol Chainsaw – Lightweight Forestry Powerhouse\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:24px 0; padding:26px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; border-left:3px solid #f47a20; border-radius:20px; background:#f7f7f7; font-family:-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,'Segoe UI',Roboto,Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; align-items:center; margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block; width:6px; height:6px; border-radius:50%; background:#f47a20; margin-right:10px;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0; font-size:18px; font-weight:600; color:#1c1f27; letter-spacing:-0.01em;\"\u003eFree Spare Chain Available\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px; font-size:14px; line-height:1.5; color:#f47a20; font-weight:700;\"\u003eWorth £20–£40 depending on model\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px; font-size:14px; line-height:1.8; color:#4b5563;\"\u003eWhen you add this STIHL chainsaw to your cart, your free matching chain will appear automatically. Simply click \u003cstrong\u003e\"Add Free Item\"\u003c\/strong\u003e in the cart to include it with your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 16px 18px; padding:0; font-size:13.5px; line-height:1.85; color:#4b5563;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching chain for this model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for quick swaps on the job\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps reduce downtime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border:none; border-top:1px solid #e5e7eb; margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:12.5px; line-height:1.7; color:#6b7280;\"\u003eYour free chain will appear in the cart — just click \u003cstrong\u003e\"Add Free Item\"\u003c\/strong\u003e before checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSTIHL MS 462 C-M\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performance professional forestry chainsaw combining a 72.2cc 2-MIX engine with M-Tronic electronic management to deliver 4.4 kW (6 hp) at just 6 kg without bar and chain — one of the best power-to-weight ratios in its class. Bar lengths from 45–63 cm (18–25\") cover demanding felling, large-diameter cross-cutting and sustained timber processing. In stock at Gustharts as an authorised STIHL dealer, with free UK delivery over £75.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e72.2cc 2-MIX Engine, 4.4 kW \/ 6 hp\u003c\/strong\u003e – High torque output with reduced emissions and fuel consumption versus conventional 2-stroke design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSTIHL M-Tronic Engine Management\u003c\/strong\u003e – Automatically optimises ignition timing and fuel mix for peak performance across all conditions — altitude, temperature and fuel variance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6 kg Without Bar and Chain\u003c\/strong\u003e – Class-leading power-to-weight ratio; significantly reduces operator fatigue on long felling shifts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHD2 Long-Life Air Filter\u003c\/strong\u003e – Pre-separation with oil\/water-repellent material for extended engine protection and increased maintenance intervals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmatic Oil System\u003c\/strong\u003e – Reduces bar oil consumption by up to 50% with precise demand-led lubrication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElastoStart and Manual Decompression Valve\u003c\/strong\u003e – Effortless starting with reduced starter stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-Vibration System\u003c\/strong\u003e – Minimises hand-arm vibration for comfortable extended use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; border:1px solid #e5e5e5; border-radius:20px; overflow:hidden; font-size:14px; line-height:1.5; color:#111;\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:42%\"\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:58%\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#f8f8f8; font-weight:600; text-align:left; padding:18px 20px; border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#f8f8f8; font-weight:600; text-align:left; padding:18px 20px; border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:18px 20px; border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eDisplacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:18px 20px; border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e72.2cc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:18px 20px; border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003ePower Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:18px 20px; border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e4.4 kW (6 hp)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:18px 20px; border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eWeight (without bar and chain)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:18px 20px; border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e6 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:18px 20px; border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eRecommended Bar Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:18px 20px; border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e45–63 cm (18–25\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:18px 20px; border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eChain Pitch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:18px 20px; border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e.325\" RS Pro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:18px 20px;\"\u003eSound Pressure Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:18px 20px;\"\u003e105 dB(A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the STIHL MS 462 C-M?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MS 462 C-M sits between the MS 261 C-M and the MS 500i in the STIHL forestry range and is widely regarded as the benchmark professional felling saw — enough displacement and torque for large timber, light enough to work all day without fatigue. M-Tronic removes carburettor adjustment from the workflow entirely, which on a commercial forestry site saves meaningful time and avoids performance degradation as conditions change. For contractors moving between felling, limbing and processing across a shift, the 45–63 cm bar range covers most UK forestry applications comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete Your Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/collections\/chainsaw-chains\" style=\"color:#1c1f27;\"\u003eReplacement Chainsaw Chains\u003c\/a\u003e – .325\" RS Pro chains compatible with the MS 462 C-M\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/collections\/stihl-chainsaw-guide-bars\" style=\"color:#1c1f27;\"\u003eChainsaw Guide Bars\u003c\/a\u003e – 45–63 cm bars for this model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/collections\/fuel-oil\" style=\"color:#1c1f27;\"\u003e2-Stroke Oil and Fuel\u003c\/a\u003e – STIHL HP Ultra and MotoMix for 2-MIX engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/collections\/filing-kits-guides-sharpening\" style=\"color:#1c1f27;\"\u003eChain Sharpening Tools\u003c\/a\u003e – filing kits and bench sharpeners for .325\" chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/collections\/chainsaw-clothing-ppe\" style=\"color:#1c1f27;\"\u003eForestry PPE\u003c\/a\u003e – chainsaw trousers, helmets, gloves and boots for compliant felling work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the MS 462 C-M compare to the MS 261 C-M?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MS 462 C-M has a larger 72.2cc engine producing 4.4 kW versus the MS 261 C-M's 50.2cc and 3.0 kW. It handles larger-diameter timber and sustained heavy cutting more comfortably, at the trade-off of slightly more weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat bar and chain does the MS 462 C-M use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MS 462 C-M accepts 45–63 cm (18–25\") guide bars and uses .325\" RS Pro chain. Replacement chains and bars are stocked at Gustharts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes M-Tronic need any manual adjustment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — M-Tronic automatically optimises fuel and ignition settings. A single calibration pull on startup is all that's required; no carburettor screwdriver adjustments needed in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the MS 462 C-M suitable for chainsaw milling?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — with bars up to 63 cm and strong sustained torque it works well with Alaskan mill setups for processing medium to large logs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between the MS 462 C-M and the MS 462 C-M R (Rescue)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MS 462 C-M R is a dedicated rescue variant fitted with a Rollomatic ES Rescue bar and Rapid Duro Rescue carbide chain for cutting composite materials. The standard MS 462 C-M is for timber cutting only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stihl","offers":[{"title":"18\"","offer_id":45718086648052,"sku":"MS-1142 200 0012","price":1453.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20\"","offer_id":45718086680820,"sku":"MS-1142 200 0028","price":1472.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25\"","offer_id":45718086713588,"sku":"MS-1142 200 0094","price":1501.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/6603\/1348\/files\/STIHL_MS_462_Petrol_Chainsaw.png?v=1756818711","url":"https:\/\/www.gustharts.com\/en-us\/products\/stihl-ms-462-c-m-lightweight-petrol-chainsaw","provider":"Gustharts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}