MS 291 C-BE
MS 291 C-BE petrol-driven chainsaw: Powerful and comfortable for longer periods of work
General
Great for harvesting firewood. Economical 2-MIX engine, long-life air filter system results in long filter change times, tool-free fuel caps for safe and easy refuelling, 3/8" RM3 saw chain for good cutting performance. Comfortable starting thanks to ErgoStart (E). Practical Quick Chain Tensioning (B) makes changing the chain easy.
Versions
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MS 291 C-BE, RM3, Bar length 37 cm
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MS 291 C-BE, RM3, Bar length 40 cm
Deviations from the product range and information provided here are possible, depending on the country. STIHL reserves the right to make changes to technical specifications and equipment.
Product versions
- MS 291 MS 291 petrol-driven chainsaw: powerful and versatile for frequent use
Technical specifications

Technical specifications
Technical specifications | Value |
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Power output | 2,8/3,8 kW/PS |
Weight 1) | 6,2 kg |
Power-to-weight ratio | 2,2 kg/kW |
Sound pressure level 2) | 103 dB(A) |
Sound power level 3) | 116 dB(A) |
Displacement | 55,5 cm³ |
Vibration level left/right 4) | 4,5/4,5 m/s² |
Saw chain pitch | 3/8" |
STIHL Oilomatic saw chain type | Rapid Micro 3 (RM3) |
1) Without fuel, without bar and chain
2) K-factor according to DIR 2006/42/EC = 2.5 (dB (A))
3) K-factor according to DIR 2006/42/EC = 2.5 dB (A)
4) K-factor according to DIR 2006/42/EC = 2m / s ²
Deviations from the product range and information provided here are possible, depending on the country. STIHL reserves the right to make changes to technical specifications and equipment.
Features

Standard equipment
Retrofitted equipment
Deviations from the product range and information provided here are possible, depending on the country. STIHL reserves the right to make changes to technical specifications and equipment.
Accessories

Accessories
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Holder 1141 for STIHL Laser 2-in-1
For MS 261, MS 271, MS 291, all design variants except VWMS 261, MS 271, MS 291
Versions
- Holder 1141 for STIHL Laser 2-in-1
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Combination socket tool
For tensioning the chain and changing the chain, bar and spark plug. Width across flats: 19 (for MS 261 up), 19-13 (for MS 271, MS, 291, MS 311, MS 391), 19–16 (for MS 170, MS 171, MS 180, MS 181, MS 193 C, MS 211, MS 231, MS 241, MS 251), 16 and 13 ( for MS 150, MS 201, MS 201 T).
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Multi-function tool
Practical, multi-function quality tool in a sturdy plastic case. 3.5 mm flat-blade screwdriver for carburettor adjustment and cleaning grooves, Torx® TX 27 screwdriver, nylon pouch with belt loop. Width across flats 19-13 for MS 271, MS 291, MS 311 and MS 391, width across flats 19-16 for MS 170, MS 171, MS 180, MS 181, MS 193 C, MS 211, MS 231, MS 241 and MS 251.
Versions
- Multi function tool, size across flats 19 - 13
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Deviations from the product range and information provided here are possible, depending on the country. STIHL reserves the right to make changes to technical specifications and equipment.
Documents
Owners manuals and safety brochures
Languages | Date | Link |
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19.08.2021 |