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The STIHL MS 261 is a 50.2 cc professional gas chainsaw with a 16-inch bar, built for felling, bucking, thinning and firewood cutting. Its 4.0 hp engine and roughly 10.8 lb powerhead give it one of the strongest power-to-weight ratios in the 50 cc class, and it is the saw many arborists and loggers reach for as a mid-size workhorse. The pre-separation air filter, side-access chain tensioner and toolless caps cut maintenance time, while the anti-vibration system and ElastoStart ease long days. It sits above homeowner saws like the MS 250 in build and output, and below the larger MS 362 for big timber.
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Owners and reviewers treat the MS 261 as a benchmark 50 cc pro saw, praising its power-to-weight balance, easy starting and reliable filtration. Complaints center on cost, weight for light limbing and the fuel discipline a pro two-stroke demands.
The STIHL MS 261 is a gas chainsaw for professional use. It handles work from cutting firewood to thinning and felling. A redesigned cylinder and an ergonomic housing give it a high power-to-weight ratio and a well-balanced feel.
Redesigned bumper spikes give better control while cutting. The STIHL anti-vibration system helps reduce fatigue over a full day of work. A pre-separation air filtration system doubles the time between filter cleanings, so there is less time spent on maintenance.
A decompression valve and STIHL ElastoStart make starting easier. The side-access chain tensioner makes chain adjustments more convenient. Toolless fuel and oil caps simplify refueling and adding bar and chain oil. The saw has low exhaust emissions and high fuel efficiency.
