MS 181
Perfect for around-the-garden cutting jobs.
General
Packed with new technology—at a value price—the STIHL MS 181 chainsaw is designed to reduce vibrations, making it more comfortable to operate. This chainsaw also features reduced-emission engine technology, which lowers fuel consumption as well as emissions; maintaining good cutting speed. Perfect for cutting firewood, for building work and for felling small trees.
Versions
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MS 181, PM3, Bar length 30cm / 12"
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MS 181, PM3, Bar length 35cm / 14"
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 181 C-BE Easy to start and perfect for around-the-garden cutting jobs.
Technical specifications

Technical specifications
Technical specifications | Value |
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Displacement | 31,8 cm³ |
Power output | 1,5/2 kW/bhp |
Weight 1) | 4,3 kg |
Power-to-weight ratio | 2,9 kg/kW |
Sound pressure level 2) | 100 dB(A) |
Sound power level 3) | 112 dB(A) |
Vibration level left/right 4) | 3,5/3 m/s² |
Saw chain pitch | 3/8"P |
STIHL Oilomatic saw chain type | Picco Micro Mini 3 (PMM3) |
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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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).
Versions
- Combination socket tool
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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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Versions
- Holder 1139 for STIHL Laser 2-in-1
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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01.07.2021 |