MS 212 C-BE Petrol Chainsaw
SKU: Stihl | MS-1148 011 3072
- Regular price
- £342.83 Ex VAT
- £411.40 Inc VAT
- RRP: £395.00 Ex VAT
- Sale price
- £335.75 £342.83 Ex VAT
- Regular price
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- £402.90 £411.40 Inc VAT
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Product information & specifications
STIHL MS 212 C-BE Petrol Chainsaw – Powerful, Easy-Start Home-Owner Workhorse
Overview
The STIHL MS 212 C-BE is the most powerful petrol chainsaw in STIHL’s homeowner line-up, delivering robust performance for demanding garden tasks. Fitted with a fuel-efficient 2-MIX engine and a lightweight yet durable chassis, it makes short work of firewood, limb pruning, and felling small trees—without taxing your muscles or fuel budget.
Key Features & Benefits
- 2-MIX engine (38.6 cm³, 1.8 kW / 2.4 hp) – high torque with up to 20% better fuel efficiency and 50% reduced emissions compared to older two-stroke engines.
- ErgoStart (E) & manual fuel pump – starting takes just a gentle pull, ideal even in cold or idle conditions.
- Quick Chain Tensioning (C-BE) – adjust chain tension on the fly without tools, thanks to side-mounted thumb wheel.
- Anti-vibration system – reduces strain on muscles and joints for more comfortable extended use.
- Combi-lever + master control lever – single-lever operation handles choke, throttle lock and stop in one, simplifying controls.
- Transparent fuel & oil tanks with primer bulb – easy to check levels and fewer starting pulls.
- Metal bumper spikes & narrow-kerf 3/8" P PM3 chain – enhanced cutting control and efficiency on guide bars of either 14″ or 16″.
Technical Specifications
| Engine Displacement | 38.6 cm³ |
| Power Output | 1.8 kW / 2.4 hp |
| Weight (without bar & chain) | approximately 4.6 kg |
| Guide Bar Options | 14″ (35 cm) or 16″ (40 cm) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 400 ml |
| Sound Pressure Level | 103 dB(A) |
| Vibration (L/R) | 3.1 / 3.7 m/s² |
Specifications from STIHL data
Why Choose the MS 212 C-BE?
This chainsaw blends homeowner-friendly features with STIHL’s trusted performance, making it perfect for frequent use around the garden. Quick-start functionality, tool-free maintenance, a high-efficiency engine, and vibration dampening gives you power without worry—cutting fast, comfortable, and clean every time.
Suitable For
- ✔ Firewood cutting & stack preparation
- ✔ Pruning larger branches and fallen limbs
- ✔ Felling small to medium trees
- ✔ Homeowners who want efficiency, comfort, and reliability
What’s in the Box?
- STIHL MS 212 C-BE chainsaw (body only)
- Guide bar & chain (14″ or 16″ depending on variant)
- User manual
Safety & Accessories
Always wear suitable PPE—gloves, chainsaw trousers, eye and hearing protection. Make use of anti-vibration gloves and ensure regular chain maintenance with files or 2 in 1 EasyFile kits. Ideal extras include spare chains, oils, maintenance kits, and protective storage bags.
FAQs
Q: How much more efficient is the 2-MIX engine?
A: It saves up to 20% in fuel and emits around 50% fewer exhaust emissions compared to older equivalents.
Q: How easy is it to tension the chain?
A: With the Quick Chain Tensioning system, you simply release the sprocket cover and adjust via thumb wheel—no tools required.
Ready to Power through Garden Tasks?
Upgrade to the STIHL MS 212 C-BE for effortless, powerful, and comfortable chainsaw use—your go-to for efficient home maintenance.
| Bar length | 35-40 cm |
| Bar length | 14-16 " |
| Displacement | 38.6 cm³ |
| Power output | 1.8/2.4 kW/HP |
| Weight | 4.9 kg 1) |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 2.8 kg/kW |
| Weight | 5.45 / 5.51 kg 2) |
| Length with bumper strike | 410 mm |
| Sound pressure level | 103 dB(A) 3) |
| Vibration values left/right | 3.1/3.7 m/s² 4) |
| Saw chain pitch | 3/8 " P |
| CO2 | 849 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 212 C-BE Petrol Chainsaw – Powerful, Easy-Start Home-Owner Workhorse
Overview
The STIHL MS 212 C-BE is the most powerful petrol chainsaw in STIHL’s homeowner line-up, delivering robust performance for demanding garden tasks. Fitted with a fuel-efficient 2-MIX engine and a lightweight yet durable chassis, it makes short work of firewood, limb pruning, and felling small trees—without taxing your muscles or fuel budget.
Key Features & Benefits
- 2-MIX engine (38.6 cm³, 1.8 kW / 2.4 hp) – high torque with up to 20% better fuel efficiency and 50% reduced emissions compared to older two-stroke engines.
- ErgoStart (E) & manual fuel pump – starting takes just a gentle pull, ideal even in cold or idle conditions.
- Quick Chain Tensioning (C-BE) – adjust chain tension on the fly without tools, thanks to side-mounted thumb wheel.
- Anti-vibration system – reduces strain on muscles and joints for more comfortable extended use.
- Combi-lever + master control lever – single-lever operation handles choke, throttle lock and stop in one, simplifying controls.
- Transparent fuel & oil tanks with primer bulb – easy to check levels and fewer starting pulls.
- Metal bumper spikes & narrow-kerf 3/8" P PM3 chain – enhanced cutting control and efficiency on guide bars of either 14″ or 16″.
Technical Specifications
| Engine Displacement | 38.6 cm³ |
| Power Output | 1.8 kW / 2.4 hp |
| Weight (without bar & chain) | approximately 4.6 kg |
| Guide Bar Options | 14″ (35 cm) or 16″ (40 cm) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 400 ml |
| Sound Pressure Level | 103 dB(A) |
| Vibration (L/R) | 3.1 / 3.7 m/s² |
Specifications from STIHL data
Why Choose the MS 212 C-BE?
This chainsaw blends homeowner-friendly features with STIHL’s trusted performance, making it perfect for frequent use around the garden. Quick-start functionality, tool-free maintenance, a high-efficiency engine, and vibration dampening gives you power without worry—cutting fast, comfortable, and clean every time.
Suitable For
- ✔ Firewood cutting & stack preparation
- ✔ Pruning larger branches and fallen limbs
- ✔ Felling small to medium trees
- ✔ Homeowners who want efficiency, comfort, and reliability
What’s in the Box?
- STIHL MS 212 C-BE chainsaw (body only)
- Guide bar & chain (14″ or 16″ depending on variant)
- User manual
Safety & Accessories
Always wear suitable PPE—gloves, chainsaw trousers, eye and hearing protection. Make use of anti-vibration gloves and ensure regular chain maintenance with files or 2 in 1 EasyFile kits. Ideal extras include spare chains, oils, maintenance kits, and protective storage bags.
FAQs
Q: How much more efficient is the 2-MIX engine?
A: It saves up to 20% in fuel and emits around 50% fewer exhaust emissions compared to older equivalents.
Q: How easy is it to tension the chain?
A: With the Quick Chain Tensioning system, you simply release the sprocket cover and adjust via thumb wheel—no tools required.
Ready to Power through Garden Tasks?
Upgrade to the STIHL MS 212 C-BE for effortless, powerful, and comfortable chainsaw use—your go-to for efficient home maintenance.
| Bar length | 35-40 cm |
| Bar length | 14-16 " |
| Displacement | 38.6 cm³ |
| Power output | 1.8/2.4 kW/HP |
| Weight | 4.9 kg 1) |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 2.8 kg/kW |
| Weight | 5.45 / 5.51 kg 2) |
| Length with bumper strike | 410 mm |
| Sound pressure level | 103 dB(A) 3) |
| Vibration values left/right | 3.1/3.7 m/s² 4) |
| Saw chain pitch | 3/8 " P |
| CO2 | 849 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 Standard Delivery from - £3.60
Estimated delivery 2-4 days
Free Delivery available for orders above £75+ VAT
Estimated delivery 2-4 days
Next Day Delivery - £7.99
Estimated delivery 1 day when ordered before 3PM Monday - Friday
International Delivery Europe from - £10.00
Estimated delivery 2-7 days
International Delivery Rest of the World from - £12.00
Estimated delivery 2-11 days
Returns
30-Day Return Policy
For more information on shipping options, visit our shipping page here.
UK Standard Delivery from - £3.60
Estimated delivery 2-4 days
Free Delivery available for orders above £75+ VAT
Estimated delivery 2-4 days
Next Day Delivery - £7.99
Estimated delivery 1 day when ordered before 3PM Monday - Friday
International Delivery Europe from - £10.00
Estimated delivery 2-7 days
International Delivery Rest of the World from - £12.00
Estimated delivery 2-11 days
Returns
30-Day Return Policy
For more information on shipping options, visit our shipping page here.

