MS 250

Powerful occasional use chainsaw, ideal for the demanding homeowner

A step up from the MS 230, the MS 250 is light enough to move through smaller tasks like clearing or cleanup but packs a powerful enough punch to cut through small limbs and trees. A combination of features and a high power-to-weight ratio makes this one of the best homeowner chainsaws on the market. Available with 14"/35cm, 16"/40cm or 18"/45cm guide bars.

Versions Price
MS 250 .325" P --.--*
  • Technical data
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    Displacement cm³ 45,4
    Performance kW 2,3
    Weight kg 1) 4,6
    Power-to-weight ratio kg/kW 2
    Chain pitch .325"
    EPA Certified fuel consumption l/h 1,39
    Oil tank volume cm3 200

    1) Without fuel, without bar and chain

  • Features
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    Standard features

    • STIHL anti-vibration system

      Precisely calculated buffer zones minimise the transfer of engine and saw chain vibrations to the front and rear handles. The chainsaw therefore runs noticeably smoother. This allows the user to save their strength and work longer.

    • Tool free fuel caps

      Special caps to open and close the tank cap quickly, easily and without tools.

    • STIHL Ematic System

      Compared to conventional bars without Ematic, the STIHL Ematic system reduces the consumption of chain lubricant by up to 50 %, depending on the type of wood and the cutting attachment used. This system comprises a STIHL Ematic or Ematic S guide bar, a STIHL Oilomatic saw chain and a variable-flow or reduced-flow oil pump. As a result, virtually every drop of chain lubricant is delivered to exactly the right spot.

    • QuickStop Chain Brake

      The chain brake on your STIHL chainsaw can be triggered automatically or manually. In both cases, the brake band encloses the clutch drum and prevents the chain starting to move even when the throttle trigger is squeezed. The chain brake is applied manually by pressing the front hand guard on your STIHL chainsaw forwards. It is activated automatically whenever a sufficiently strong kickback is encountered.

    • Side-mounted chain tensioning

      Side-mounted chain tensioning makes it easy to tension the chain safely.

    • Single-lever master control

      All important functions such as start, choke, throttle and stop are operated via a single lever.

    Additional features

    • STIHL Quick Chain Tensioning (B)

      With STIHL Quick Chain Tensioning, it's easy to adjust the saw chain, without tools and without coming into contact with the sharp saw chain itself. Just release the sprocket cover and turn the adjusting wheel to set the optimum tension.

    • STIHL ElastoStart

      Due to compression pressure, jerky stresses occur when starting internal combustion engines. The damping element in the ElastoStart special starter grip alternately absorbs and releases force according to the compression pattern. The result is smooth, even starting.

** Price on request from your STIHL Approved Dealer

The version(s) available in each country may differ from the above range and specifications; specific details may be subject to change without notice. Please ask your local STIHL Approved Dealer for further information.