MS 261 C-M VW
3.0kW-Petrol chainsaw with STIHL M-Tronic (M), carburettor heating (V) and electrically heated handles (W)
General
Great for working in low-density and medium-density stands. Single start position and stop button function mean easy starting. Long-life air filter system with HD2 filter for only occasional cleaning, and captive nuts on the sprocket cover. With a Light 04 guide bar in an innovative design as well as the new .325" RS Pro saw chain for improved cutting performance. With STIHL M-Tronic (M), carburettor heating (V) and electrically heated handles (W).
Versions
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MS 261 C-M VW, RS, Bar length 35 cm
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MS 261 C-M VW, RS, Bar length 40cm
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.
Technical specifications

Technical specifications
Technical specifications | Value |
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Displacement | 50,2 cm³ |
Power output | 3/4,1 kW/bhp |
Weight 1) | 5,1 kg |
Power-to-weight ratio | 1,7 kg/kW |
Sound pressure level 2) | 105 dB(A) |
Sound power level 3) | 116 dB(A) |
Vibration level left/right 4) | 3,5/3,5 m/s² |
Saw chain pitch | .325" |
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
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Accessories

Accessories
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STIHL Smart Connector
The Smart Connector can be attached to petrol-driven, electric, and cordless products, enabling it to deliver important information about your STIHL power tool via Bluetooth® 4.2. The Smart Connector offers entirely new functions and services, as a basis for device management both in your home garden using the STIHL connected app, and for managing your machine fleet using the STIHL connected Portal.
Technical specifications Value Weight 20 g Dimensions (l x b x h) 53 x 42 x 14 mm Signal range ca. 10 m Running time per battery charge ca. 1 Year Connectivity BLE 4,2 Battery 3V CR 2.032 -
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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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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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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.