STIHL MS 201 C-M petrol chainsaw 30 cm (3/8" P, PS3, E Light)

Need a light, sharp-cutting saw for precise pruning and take-downs? The STIHL MS 201 C-M delivers pro-level power in a compact, well-balanced body, so you can remove branches cleanly and work efficiently up in the canopy or on the ground.

With STIHL M-Tronic for effortless starting and consistent performance, plus a 30 cm E Light bar and PS3 3/8" P chain, this saw bites fast while staying easy to handle all day.

Where it excels

• Selective pruning and crown thinning in forestry and tree care
• Removing storm-damaged limbs with precise control
• Limbing and snedding where low weight matters
• Accurate cuts in dense wood thanks to the PS chain

Why it makes your work easier

• M-Tronic auto-adjusts for smooth power in any conditions
• Very low vibration for less fatigue on longer jobs
• Side chain tensioner for quick, safe adjustments
• Ematic oiling reduces oil use while protecting the bar

In the hands: real-world feel

At about 4 kg (without fuel), the MS 201 C-M feels nimble yet planted. The anti-vibration system keeps the grips calm during limbing, and the tool-free filler caps make quick refuels simple with gloves on. Captive nuts on the sprocket cover mean nothing gets lost when swapping bars or chains.

Power and key figures

• Displacement: 35.2 cm³
• Power: 1.80 kW
• Device weight (without fuel): 4 kg
• System weight (with bar/chain): 4.47 / 4.54 kg
• Guide bar length: 30 cm
• Chain pitch: 3/8" P
• Groove width: 1.30 mm
• Length with spike: 440 mm
• Sound pressure/sound power: 99 / 110 dB(A)
• Vibration left/right: 3.3 / 3.3 m/s²

Advice from gardenmachineshop.com

Keep the PS3 chain sharp and lightly tensioned; check it warm after first cuts—M-Tronic gives you power, but a well-tuned chain gives you speed.

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Please note: if a machine has been fuelled or used beyond what is needed to check it, we may deduct the resulting loss in value from your refund.