MS 151 TC-E Petrol Chainsaw
SKU: Stihl | MS-1146 200 0072
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- Regular price
- £456.17 Ex VAT
- £547.40 Inc VAT
- RRP: £536.67 Ex VAT
- Sale price
- £456.17 £456.17 Ex VAT
- Regular price
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- £547.40 £547.40 Inc VAT
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Product information & specifications
STIHL MS 151 TC-E Petrol Chainsaw – The Lightest Professional Top-Handle Arborist Saw
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 151 TC-E is the lightest professional-grade top-handle chainsaw in the STIHL range, engineered specifically for arborists and tree-care specialists who prioritise minimum weight and maximum manoeuvrability in the canopy. A 23.6cc 2-MIX engine delivers 1.10 kW at just 2.6 kg without fuel, bar and chain, making it the go-to choice for precision pruning, fine deadwood removal and detailed aerial cutting where fatigue management is critical. ErgoStart (E) reduces pull effort on the starter for easy restarts at height. In stock at Gustharts as an authorised STIHL dealer, with free UK delivery over £75.
Important: Top-handle chainsaws are approved for trained professional arborists working at height only. They must not be operated by untrained users or used as a ground-based rear-handle saw.
Key Features
- Lightest Professional STIHL Top-Handle Saw – 2.6 kg without fuel, bar and chain — lowest weight in the STIHL petrol top-handle range for maximum canopy manoeuvrability.
- 23.6cc 2-MIX Engine, 1.10 kW – Fuel-efficient 2-stroke design with reduced emissions versus conventional engines.
- ErgoStart (E) – Integrated spring in the starter system reduces pull resistance for easier restarts, including while positioned in the tree.
- Compensator Carburettor – Maintains consistent engine performance as the air filter loads up, reducing the frequency of filter cleaning required on dusty sites.
- Manual Fuel Pump – Primes the carburettor for reliable cold starts and after periods of non-use.
- Fold-Out Hook – Secure harness attachment for safe transport and positioning when climbing.
- Side-Mounted Chain Tensioner – Tool-free chain adjustments on site.
- Tool-Free Fuel and Oil Caps – Bayonet-style twist caps with retainers for fast refuelling, including with gloves.
- Anti-Vibration System – Reduces hand-arm vibration for comfort during extended aerial use.
Technical Specifications
Why Choose the STIHL MS 151 TC-E?
The MS 151 TC-E is specified when minimum weight is the primary requirement — for arborists working in tight branch unions, doing extended fine pruning sessions, or where every gram of tool weight matters over a full climbing day. At 2.6 kg it is approximately 1.1 kg lighter than the MS 201 TC-M, which is a meaningful difference over hours of aerial work. The compensator carburettor maintains consistent performance as the filter loads, reducing maintenance interruptions on busy sites. For arborists who want a petrol saw at the very lightest end of the professional range, the MS 151 TC-E is the STIHL answer.
Complete Your Kit
- Replacement Chainsaw Chains – fine-pitch chains compatible with the MS 151 TC-E
- Chainsaw Guide Bars – short bars for this model
- 2-Stroke Oil and Fuel – STIHL HP Ultra and MotoMix for 2-MIX engines
- Arborist PPE – chainsaw helmet, climbing gloves, chainsaw trousers and boots for compliant aerial work
FAQs
How does the MS 151 TC-E compare to the MS 194 T?
The MS 151 TC-E is lighter at 2.6 kg versus the MS 194 T at approximately 3.5 kg, and produces less power at 1.10 kW versus 1.4 kW. It is the better choice where minimum weight is the priority; the MS 194 T is better for more demanding or larger-diameter aerial cutting work.
What does ErgoStart mean on the MS 151 TC-E?
ErgoStart is STIHL's starter system that incorporates an integrated spring to absorb and cushion the pull force, significantly reducing the effort needed to start the engine — particularly useful when restarting at height.
What does the compensator carburettor do?
The compensator carburettor automatically adjusts the fuel-air mixture as the air filter becomes partially blocked, maintaining consistent engine performance without requiring a manual filter clean mid-task.
Is the MS 151 TC-E suitable for homeowners?
No — it is a professional top-handle climbing saw for trained arborists only. For domestic use, a rear-handle saw is more appropriate and safer.
What bar and chain does the MS 151 TC-E use?
Contact Gustharts for bar and chain specifications for this model — our team can advise on compatible options for the specific cutting applications you have in mind.
Specification
| Bar length | 25-30 cm |
| Bar length | 10-12 " |
| Displacement | 23.6 cm³ |
| Power output | 1.1/1.5 kW/HP |
| Weight | 2.6 kg 1) |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 2.4 kg/kW |
| Weight | 2.92 / 2.97 kg 2) |
| Length with bumper strike | 243 mm |
| Sound pressure level | 96 dB(A) 3) |
| Sound power level | 109 dB(A) 3) |
| Vibration values left/right | 4.9/4.9 m/s² 4) |
| Saw chain pitch | 1/4 " P |
| CO2 | 886 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 151 TC-E Petrol Chainsaw – The Lightest Professional Top-Handle Arborist Saw
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 151 TC-E is the lightest professional-grade top-handle chainsaw in the STIHL range, engineered specifically for arborists and tree-care specialists who prioritise minimum weight and maximum manoeuvrability in the canopy. A 23.6cc 2-MIX engine delivers 1.10 kW at just 2.6 kg without fuel, bar and chain, making it the go-to choice for precision pruning, fine deadwood removal and detailed aerial cutting where fatigue management is critical. ErgoStart (E) reduces pull effort on the starter for easy restarts at height. In stock at Gustharts as an authorised STIHL dealer, with free UK delivery over £75.
Important: Top-handle chainsaws are approved for trained professional arborists working at height only. They must not be operated by untrained users or used as a ground-based rear-handle saw.
Key Features
- Lightest Professional STIHL Top-Handle Saw – 2.6 kg without fuel, bar and chain — lowest weight in the STIHL petrol top-handle range for maximum canopy manoeuvrability.
- 23.6cc 2-MIX Engine, 1.10 kW – Fuel-efficient 2-stroke design with reduced emissions versus conventional engines.
- ErgoStart (E) – Integrated spring in the starter system reduces pull resistance for easier restarts, including while positioned in the tree.
- Compensator Carburettor – Maintains consistent engine performance as the air filter loads up, reducing the frequency of filter cleaning required on dusty sites.
- Manual Fuel Pump – Primes the carburettor for reliable cold starts and after periods of non-use.
- Fold-Out Hook – Secure harness attachment for safe transport and positioning when climbing.
- Side-Mounted Chain Tensioner – Tool-free chain adjustments on site.
- Tool-Free Fuel and Oil Caps – Bayonet-style twist caps with retainers for fast refuelling, including with gloves.
- Anti-Vibration System – Reduces hand-arm vibration for comfort during extended aerial use.
Technical Specifications
Why Choose the STIHL MS 151 TC-E?
The MS 151 TC-E is specified when minimum weight is the primary requirement — for arborists working in tight branch unions, doing extended fine pruning sessions, or where every gram of tool weight matters over a full climbing day. At 2.6 kg it is approximately 1.1 kg lighter than the MS 201 TC-M, which is a meaningful difference over hours of aerial work. The compensator carburettor maintains consistent performance as the filter loads, reducing maintenance interruptions on busy sites. For arborists who want a petrol saw at the very lightest end of the professional range, the MS 151 TC-E is the STIHL answer.
Complete Your Kit
- Replacement Chainsaw Chains – fine-pitch chains compatible with the MS 151 TC-E
- Chainsaw Guide Bars – short bars for this model
- 2-Stroke Oil and Fuel – STIHL HP Ultra and MotoMix for 2-MIX engines
- Arborist PPE – chainsaw helmet, climbing gloves, chainsaw trousers and boots for compliant aerial work
FAQs
How does the MS 151 TC-E compare to the MS 194 T?
The MS 151 TC-E is lighter at 2.6 kg versus the MS 194 T at approximately 3.5 kg, and produces less power at 1.10 kW versus 1.4 kW. It is the better choice where minimum weight is the priority; the MS 194 T is better for more demanding or larger-diameter aerial cutting work.
What does ErgoStart mean on the MS 151 TC-E?
ErgoStart is STIHL's starter system that incorporates an integrated spring to absorb and cushion the pull force, significantly reducing the effort needed to start the engine — particularly useful when restarting at height.
What does the compensator carburettor do?
The compensator carburettor automatically adjusts the fuel-air mixture as the air filter becomes partially blocked, maintaining consistent engine performance without requiring a manual filter clean mid-task.
Is the MS 151 TC-E suitable for homeowners?
No — it is a professional top-handle climbing saw for trained arborists only. For domestic use, a rear-handle saw is more appropriate and safer.
What bar and chain does the MS 151 TC-E use?
Contact Gustharts for bar and chain specifications for this model — our team can advise on compatible options for the specific cutting applications you have in mind.
Specification
| Bar length | 25-30 cm |
| Bar length | 10-12 " |
| Displacement | 23.6 cm³ |
| Power output | 1.1/1.5 kW/HP |
| Weight | 2.6 kg 1) |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 2.4 kg/kW |
| Weight | 2.92 / 2.97 kg 2) |
| Length with bumper strike | 243 mm |
| Sound pressure level | 96 dB(A) 3) |
| Sound power level | 109 dB(A) 3) |
| Vibration values left/right | 4.9/4.9 m/s² 4) |
| Saw chain pitch | 1/4 " P |
| CO2 | 886 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
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.
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.
Delivery & Returns
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.

