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MS 251 Petrol Chainsaw
SKU: Stihl | MS-1143 200 0240
- Regular price
- £498.67 Ex VAT
- £598.40 Inc VAT
- RRP: £532.50 Ex VAT
- Sale price
- £498.67 £498.67 Ex VAT
- Regular price
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- £598.40 £598.40 Inc VAT
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Product information & specifications
STIHL MS 251 Petrol 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 251 Petrol Chainsaw is a high-performance domestic petrol chainsaw designed for property maintenance, firewood cutting and general timber work. Built for users who want more cutting power, durability and comfort than an entry-level saw, the MS 251 is an excellent all-round choice for serious home, estate and smallholding use.
Powered by a 45.6cc STIHL 2-MIX engine, the STIHL MS 251 delivers a strong 2.2kW output with high torque and efficient fuel use, making it ideal for cutting firewood, felling small to medium trees and handling general property maintenance tasks. It combines strong cutting performance with practical user-friendly features such as side-mounted chain tensioning, tool-free caps and a long-life air filter system. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
If you are looking for a STIHL chainsaw for domestic use that feels solid, capable and built to last, the MS 251 is one of the best all-round options in the range.
Key Features
- Powerful 45.6cc STIHL 2-MIX engine
- 2.2kW power output for strong domestic cutting performance
- Ideal for firewood cutting, timber work and property maintenance
- Side-mounted chain tensioning for easier adjustment
- Long-life air filter system with pre-separation and HD2 filter
- STIHL Ematic system for efficient chain oil use
- Tool-free fuel and oil caps for easy refuelling
- STIHL anti-vibration system for greater comfort
- Durable .325" cutting attachment
Ideal for Property Maintenance & Firewood
The STIHL MS 251 is built to handle a wide range of cutting jobs around the home, land or smallholding. It is especially well suited to cutting firewood, processing logs, timber construction, garden maintenance and occasional felling of smaller trees.
Its strong mid-range power and durable cutting setup make it a smart choice for users who want more capability than a lightweight homeowner saw, but without stepping up to a heavier farm or forestry model.
Efficient 2-MIX Engine Performance
The STIHL 2-MIX engine is designed to reduce fuel consumption and lower emissions while still delivering strong, reliable cutting performance. This helps make the MS 251 more economical to run while keeping the saw responsive and practical for regular use. STIHL lists the MS 251 at 45.6cc with 2.2kW / 3.0hp output. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Long-Life Filter System & Lower Maintenance
The integrated long-life air filter system combines pre-separation routing and an HD2 filter to help keep dirt and fine dust away from the engine. Alongside the compensator carburettor system, this helps maintain consistent engine performance while reducing maintenance frequency and extending service intervals. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Comfortable & Easy to Use
The STIHL anti-vibration system helps reduce fatigue during longer cutting sessions by lowering vibration transfer into the handles. Practical features like side-mounted chain tensioning and tool-free fuel and oil caps also make the saw quicker and easier to live with during routine use. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | STIHL 2-MIX Petrol Engine |
| Displacement | 45.6cc |
| Power Output | 2.2kW |
| Engine Power | 3.0hp |
| Weight | 4.8kg (without guide bar and saw chain) |
| Cutting Attachment | .325" chain setup |
Ideal For
- Property maintenance and estate work
- Firewood cutting and log processing
- Timber construction tasks
- Garden and land management
- Domestic users wanting a serious petrol chainsaw
Best For
The STIHL MS 251 is best suited to users who want a more capable domestic saw for regular cutting tasks without stepping up into heavier farm or professional forestry models. It is a great fit for homeowners, smallholders and serious firewood users.
Why Choose the STIHL MS 251?
The STIHL MS 251 Petrol Chainsaw offers a superb blend of power, comfort, efficiency and everyday usability. If you want a dependable saw for property maintenance and firewood work, it is one of the strongest all-round domestic petrol chainsaws available.
Helpful Links
If you’re choosing the right setup for this product, you may also want to explore the related categories, accessories, and buying guides below.
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Complete Your Setup
Helpful Guides
Specification
| Bar length | 40-45 cm |
| Bar length | 16-18 " |
| Displacement | 45.6 cm³ |
| Power output | 2.2/3 kW/HP |
| Weight | 4.8 kg 1) |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 2.2 kg/kW |
| Weight | 5.61 / 5.71 kg 2) |
| Length with bumper strike | 424 mm |
| Sound pressure level | 103 dB(A) 3) |
| Sound power level | 114 dB(A) 3) |
| Vibration values left/right | 3.9/3.9 m/s² 4) |
| Saw chain pitch | .325 " |
| CO2 | 819 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 251 Petrol 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 251 Petrol Chainsaw is a high-performance domestic petrol chainsaw designed for property maintenance, firewood cutting and general timber work. Built for users who want more cutting power, durability and comfort than an entry-level saw, the MS 251 is an excellent all-round choice for serious home, estate and smallholding use.
Powered by a 45.6cc STIHL 2-MIX engine, the STIHL MS 251 delivers a strong 2.2kW output with high torque and efficient fuel use, making it ideal for cutting firewood, felling small to medium trees and handling general property maintenance tasks. It combines strong cutting performance with practical user-friendly features such as side-mounted chain tensioning, tool-free caps and a long-life air filter system. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
If you are looking for a STIHL chainsaw for domestic use that feels solid, capable and built to last, the MS 251 is one of the best all-round options in the range.
Key Features
- Powerful 45.6cc STIHL 2-MIX engine
- 2.2kW power output for strong domestic cutting performance
- Ideal for firewood cutting, timber work and property maintenance
- Side-mounted chain tensioning for easier adjustment
- Long-life air filter system with pre-separation and HD2 filter
- STIHL Ematic system for efficient chain oil use
- Tool-free fuel and oil caps for easy refuelling
- STIHL anti-vibration system for greater comfort
- Durable .325" cutting attachment
Ideal for Property Maintenance & Firewood
The STIHL MS 251 is built to handle a wide range of cutting jobs around the home, land or smallholding. It is especially well suited to cutting firewood, processing logs, timber construction, garden maintenance and occasional felling of smaller trees.
Its strong mid-range power and durable cutting setup make it a smart choice for users who want more capability than a lightweight homeowner saw, but without stepping up to a heavier farm or forestry model.
Efficient 2-MIX Engine Performance
The STIHL 2-MIX engine is designed to reduce fuel consumption and lower emissions while still delivering strong, reliable cutting performance. This helps make the MS 251 more economical to run while keeping the saw responsive and practical for regular use. STIHL lists the MS 251 at 45.6cc with 2.2kW / 3.0hp output. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Long-Life Filter System & Lower Maintenance
The integrated long-life air filter system combines pre-separation routing and an HD2 filter to help keep dirt and fine dust away from the engine. Alongside the compensator carburettor system, this helps maintain consistent engine performance while reducing maintenance frequency and extending service intervals. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Comfortable & Easy to Use
The STIHL anti-vibration system helps reduce fatigue during longer cutting sessions by lowering vibration transfer into the handles. Practical features like side-mounted chain tensioning and tool-free fuel and oil caps also make the saw quicker and easier to live with during routine use. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | STIHL 2-MIX Petrol Engine |
| Displacement | 45.6cc |
| Power Output | 2.2kW |
| Engine Power | 3.0hp |
| Weight | 4.8kg (without guide bar and saw chain) |
| Cutting Attachment | .325" chain setup |
Ideal For
- Property maintenance and estate work
- Firewood cutting and log processing
- Timber construction tasks
- Garden and land management
- Domestic users wanting a serious petrol chainsaw
Best For
The STIHL MS 251 is best suited to users who want a more capable domestic saw for regular cutting tasks without stepping up into heavier farm or professional forestry models. It is a great fit for homeowners, smallholders and serious firewood users.
Why Choose the STIHL MS 251?
The STIHL MS 251 Petrol Chainsaw offers a superb blend of power, comfort, efficiency and everyday usability. If you want a dependable saw for property maintenance and firewood work, it is one of the strongest all-round domestic petrol chainsaws available.
Helpful Links
If you’re choosing the right setup for this product, you may also want to explore the related categories, accessories, and buying guides below.
Shop Related Categories
Complete Your Setup
Helpful Guides
Specification
| Bar length | 40-45 cm |
| Bar length | 16-18 " |
| Displacement | 45.6 cm³ |
| Power output | 2.2/3 kW/HP |
| Weight | 4.8 kg 1) |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 2.2 kg/kW |
| Weight | 5.61 / 5.71 kg 2) |
| Length with bumper strike | 424 mm |
| Sound pressure level | 103 dB(A) 3) |
| Sound power level | 114 dB(A) 3) |
| Vibration values left/right | 3.9/3.9 m/s² 4) |
| Saw chain pitch | .325 " |
| CO2 | 819 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.
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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.
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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.
