Product Information
Pros & Cons
Product Description
Working aloft and need clean, accurate cuts without the noise and fumes? The STIHL MSA 190 T gives arborists and trained tree-care pros high cutting performance with precise control, even in noise‑sensitive areas around homes, schools or hospitals.
Its rapid acceleration and fine, exact cutting action help you prune crowns, remove deadwood and section stems efficiently. Pair it with the STIHL AP 200 S battery from the ALLPRO system for professional runtimes and balanced handling.
Built for real tree-care jobs
- Prune crowns with confidence and precision
- Remove deadwood cleanly to protect tree health
- Section branches and stems accurately in tight spaces
- Work where low noise is essential
Why it feels so capable
- High chain speed with strong acceleration for fine cuts
- Side chain tensioning for quick, safe adjustments
- Tool-free oil cap and transparent tank for easy checks
- Ergonomic control with lockout and Ergo handle
Handling insights from the field
The compact top‑handle layout sits close to the work for accurate placement. The folding hook makes lowering and securing straightforward, while the optional comfort hook and 2‑in‑1 lanyard adapter can further ease climbing setups. Constant Power electronics keep performance steady as the battery discharges, and the IPX4 splash protection means you can keep working in wet weather.
Capacity and key specs
- Battery system: ALLPRO/AP
- Nominal voltage: 36 V (max. 40 V)
- Input power: 1.50 kW; performance value: 1.20 kW
- Bar length: 30 / 35 cm (variant: 35 cm)
- Chain pitch: 3/8"P; groove width: 1.10 mm
- Tool weight without battery: 2.6 kg
- System weight without battery: 3.08 / 3.15 kg
- Device length with spike: 306 mm
- Sound pressure: 91 dB(A); sound power: 99 dB(A)
- Vibration left/right: 3.8 / 3.9 m/s²
- Recommended battery (spec): AP 200.0 P
- Max runtime (examples): AP 200 S 28 min; AP 300 S 48 min; AP 500 S 58 min
- Max cuts per charge: AP 200 S 170; AP 300 S 255; AP 500 S 306
- Features: Power Boost, Constant Power, Cold Start to −20 °C, IPX4 certified
Tip from gardenmachineshop.com
For a strong balance of power and weight aloft, we recommend the AP 200 S battery; keep a second pack ready so you can rotate and maintain consistent performance through the day.
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Specifications
| Brand | STIHL |
|---|---|
| Article number | MA052000052 |
| Barcode / EAN | 198520164910 |
| Battery system | ALLPRO/AP |
| Nominal voltage (V) | 36 |
| Max. voltage (V) | 40 |
| Input power (kW) | 1.50 |
| Performance value (kW) | 1.20 |
| Recommended battery | AP 200.0 P |
| Tool weight without battery (kg) | 2.6 |
| System weight without battery (kg) | 3.08 / 3.15 |
| Bar length (cm) | 30 / 35 |
| Groove width (mm) | 1.10 |
| Chain pitch | 3/8"P |
| Max. runtime AP 100 P (min) | 20 |
| Max. runtime AP 200 (min) | 48 |
| Max. runtime AP 200 S (min) | 28 |
| Max. runtime AP 200 P (min) | 39 |
| Max. runtime AP 30 (min) | 47 |
| Max. runtime AP 30.1 (min) | 47 |
| Max. runtime AP 300 S (min) | 48 |
| Max. runtime AP 300 P (min) | 58 |
| Max. runtime AP 500 S (min) | 58 |
| Max. cuts per charge AP 200 S (pcs) | 170 |
| Max. cuts per charge AP 300 S (pcs) | 255 |
| Max. cuts per charge AP 500 S (pcs) | 306 |
| Device length with spike (mm) | 306 |
| Sound pressure level dB(A) | 91 |
| Sound power level dB(A) | 99 |
| Vibration left (m/s²) | 3.8 |
| Vibration right (m/s²) | 3.9 |
| Power Boost function | Yes |
| Constant Power | Yes |
| Cold start function | Yes |
| Side chain tensioning | Yes |
| Tool-free oil tank cap | Yes |
| Transparent oil tank | Yes |
| Throttle with potentiometer | Yes |
| Folding hook | Yes |
| IPX4 certified | Yes |
| Power source | cordless |
Alternatives
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