MS 230 C-BE
Comfort chainsaw with ErgoStart (E) and Chain Quick Tensioning (B).
General
The MS 230 C-BE features additional "Comfort" characteristics, such as the ErgoStart (E) system, allowing for a virtually effortless jerk-free start. With the exclusive Chain Quick Tensioning (B) and a high power-to-weight ratio, the MS 230 C-BE weighs in as an upper end member of our occasional use range of chainsaws. Available with 14"/35cm or 16"/40cm guide bars.
Versions
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MS 230 C-BE,Bar length 35cm/14"
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MS 230 C-BE, Bar length 30cm
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 230 Practical chainsaw built for a variety of cutting tasks
Technical specifications

Technical specifications
Technical specifications | Value |
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Displacement | 45,4 cm³ |
Power output | 2/2,7 kW/PS |
Weight 1) | 4,9 kg |
Power-to-weight ratio | 2,5 kg/kW |
Sound pressure level 2) | 101 dB(A) |
Sound power level 3) | 111 dB(A) |
Vibration level left/right 4) | 5/6 m/s² |
Saw chain pitch | 3/8"P |
STIHL Oilomatic saw chain type | Picco Micro 3 (PM3) |
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
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.
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.