MS 261 C-MQ
2.9kW-Petrol chainsaw with STIHL M-Tronic (M) and QuickStop Super (Q)
General

Great for working in lowdensity and medium-density stands. Standard-fitted with STIHL M-Tronic (M), ensuring optimum engine performance at all times, easy starting thanks to one start position and a new stop button function, long-life air filter system with HD2 filter requires only occasional cleaning, captive nuts on the sprocket cover. Comfort version with STIHL QuickStop Super chain brake (Q).
Versions
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MS 261 C-M Q, RS, Bar length 37 cm
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MS 261 C-MQ .325" P, 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 261 Groundbreaking 2.8kW Petrol chainsaw
- MS 261 C-BM 3.0kW-Petrol chainsaw with STIHL M-Tronic (M) and STIHL Quick Chain Tensioning (B)
- MS 261 C-M 3.0kW-Petrol chainsaw with STIHL M-Tronic (M)
- MS 261 C-M VW 3.0kW-Petrol chainsaw with STIHL M-Tronic (M), carburettor heating (V) and electrically heated handles (W)
- MS 261 C-MQ 2.9kW-Petrol chainsaw with STIHL M-Tronic (M) and QuickStop Super (Q)
Technical specifications

Technical specifications
Displacement | 50,2 cm³ |
Power output | 3/4,1 kW/bhp |
Weight 1) | 5 kg |
Power-to-weight ratio | 1,7 kg/kW |
Sound pressure level 2) | 104 dB(A) |
Sound power level 2) | 116 dB(A) |
Vibration level left/right 3) | 3,5/3,5 m/s² |
Saw chain pitch | .325" |
STIHL Oilomatic saw chain type | Rapid Super (RS) |
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 = 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
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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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.
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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
Notes:
- STIHL online owner’s manuals are usually for the latest versions of the machine. Your product may be a slightly older production model but the manual will still be appropriate for the relevant model number
- The languages contained in the document are also displayed in brackets, for example (GB) = English