Stihl Chainsaw Chain Size Chart with Bar and Model

Below I have given a concise Stihl chainsaw chain size chart, showing the chainsaw sizes, models, and other features we can easily find out our needed size and model.

We know the Stihl chainsaw chain is a greater robust one among all chain groups. This brand grabs all user attraction with quality and stability. Stihl family makes a huge number of models to have the right Stihl chainsaw chain individually.

While you want to make a new Stihl chain or chain bar to wear to your cutter, you must take serious caution. Avoid all accidents and place the chain securely.

As if you can have all models with their proud specifications in the same field, that’s why this piece is described considering your requirements.

Why you Need a Chain Size Chart

If you own a chainsaw, you should know the correct chain size to use with your particular model. This will ensure maximum performance and safety. There are many different types of chainsaws, and each type requires a specific size chain. Without a proper size chain, your chainsaw may not start, run efficiently or stay sharp. That’s why it’s essential to know the correct size chain and its gauge, drive link, sprocket nose teeth, and guide bar length for your particular chainsaw.

A good starting point would be to get your chainsaw’s exact make and model and look it up in a chainsaw chain size chart. Don’t have such a chart? No problem… I do, but it will be only for the Stihl chainsaw chain. Follow the chart below.

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Gas and Electric Stihl Chainsaw Bar Size Chart and Models

We explained all about the Stihl chainsaw gauge, bar length, drive links, chain loop, guide bar type, and sprocket nose teeth of the Stihl chainsaw model so that you can easily find your requirement measurement in this chart.

Model	Gauge	Guide Bar-length(s)	Guide Bar-length(s)	Drive link counts	Rec. Chain Loop Marketing#	Rec Guide-Bar part*	Guide-bar type	Sprocket nose teeth
Guide Bar-length(s)
Guide Bar-length(s)
MS170, MS171	0.043’’	12″	44	61PMM 344	3005 000 3905	R	7
MS180, MS180C-BE	14″	50	61PMM 50	005 000 3909
MS181 C-BE	16″	50	61PMM 355	3005 008 3913
MS 150 C-E, MS 150 T C-E, MS 151 T C-E, MS 201 T, MS 201C-E, MS 211 C-BE, MSE 170 C-B, MSE 210 C-B	0.050’’	12″	44	63 PM3 44	3005 000 4805	R	9
14″	63 PM3 50	3005 000 4809
14″	63 PM3 55	3005 008 4813
16″	63 PM3 50	3005 000 7409	LW
16″	63 PM3 55	3005 008 4813	R
MS193C-E, MS 193T, MS194 C-E, MS 194 T, MS 201 T C-M	.050’’	12″	44	63 PM3 44	3005 000 7405	LW	9
14″	63 PM3 50	3005 000 7409
16″	63 PM3 55	3005 000 7413
MS 241 C-M, MS 250, MS 251, MS 251 C-BE	0.05O’’	12″	44	63PM3 44	3005 000  4805	R	9
14″	63 PM 50	3005 000 4809
16″	63 PM 55	3005 000 4813
18″	63 PM 61	3005 000 4817
16″	26 RM3 62	3005 000 4713	R	11
.325’’	16″	68	26 RM3 68	3005 008 4717
MS181 C-BE	0.63’’	16″	67	26 RM3 67	3003 008 6813	R	11
18″	26 RM3 74	3003 008 6817
20″	26 RM3 81	3003 008 6821
MS 261, MS 261 C-M, MS 261 C-MQ	0.63’’	16″	67	26 RM3 67	3003 812 7013	R	11
18″	26 RM3 74	3003 812 7017
20″	26 RM3 81	3003 812 7021
MS 291, MS 291 C-BEQ	0.63’’	16″	67	26 RM3 67	3003 812 7013	R	11
18″	26 RM3 74	3003 812 7017
20″	26 RM3 81	3003 812 7021
MS 311, MS 391, MS 250	0.050’’	16″	60	33 RS3 60	3003 008 8913	R	11
18″	33 RS3 66	3003 008 8917
20″	33 RS3 72	3003 008 8921
MS 362, MS 362 RC-M, MS 362 C-M, MS 362 C-MQ, MS 441 RC –M, MS 441 C-M, MS 441 C-MQ, MS461, MS461R,MS 462 C-M, MS 462R C-M	0.050’’	18″	66	33 RS3 66	3003 008 8917	R	10
20″	33 RS3 72	3003 008 8921
25″	33 RS3 84	3003 000 4030	RS
28″	33 RS3 91	3003 000 8838
25″	33 RS3 84	3003 000 9630	11
25″	33 RS3 91	3003 000 9638	13
3/8’’	18″	66	33 RS3 66	3003 008 6117	R	10
20″	33 RS3 72	3003 008 6121
22″	33 RS3 76	3003 000 9425	RS	11
25″	33 RS3 84	3003 000 9831	13
28″	33 RS3 91	3003 000 6038	11
MS 500i, MS 500i R, MS 661 C-M, MS 661 R C-M	0.050’’	20″	72	33 RS3 72	3003 008 8921	R	11
25″	33 RS3 84	3003 000 4030
28″	33 RS3 91	3003 000 8838	R	10
32″	33 RS3 105	3003 000 8846
36″	33 RS3 114	3003 000 8853

Battery-Powered Stihl Chainsaw Size Chart

Model	Pitch	Gauge	Guide Bar-length(s)	Guide Bar-length(s)	Guide Bar-length(s)	Drive link counts	Rec. Chain Loop Marketing#	Rec Guide-Bar part*	Guide-bar type*	Sprocket nose teeth
Guide Bar-length(s)
Guide Bar-length(s)
MSA 120	1/4″ Sthil MicroMini	0.043’’	10″	56	71PM356	3005 008 3403	R	8
12″	64	71PM364	3005 008 3405
14″	72	71PM372	3005 008 3409
MSA 160	1/4″ Sthil MicroMini	0.043’’	10″	56	71PM356	3005 008 3403	R	8
12″	64	71PM364	3005 008 3405
14″	72	71PM372	3005 008 3409
MSA 140	1/4″ Sthil MicroMini	0.043’’	12″	64	71PM364	3005 008 3405	R	8
MSA 200	1/4″ Sthil MicroMini	0.043’’	10″	56	71PM356	3005 008 3403	R	8
12″	64	71PM364	3005 008 3405
14″	72	71PM372	3005 008 3409
MSA 161T	1/4″ Sthil MicroMini	0.043’’	12″	65	71PM365	3005 008 3405	R	8
MSA 220 C-B	3/8″ Sthil MicroMini	0.050’’	14″	50	63PS350	30005 000 4809	R	9
16″	55	63 PS3 55	3005 000 4813

Stihl usually describes the size of its chain in codes. These codes describe the size and characteristics of the saw.

E.g

3 3 R S 3 3

3= Pitch (3/8’’)

3= Gauge (.050’’)

R= Type (R)

S= Shape (super)

3= Special (Single-Humped Drive Link)

What Size Chain should I Use when Cutting Wood with my Chainsaw?

When it comes to chainsaws, at least three different sizes are essential for you to know about.

Chainsaw chains come in three sizes: small (usually 18 inches or less), medium (19 to 23 inches), and large (24 inches and up). The size you need depends on the type of work you are doing with your saw. If you are cutting down trees or thinning out tree branches, you will want the LARGEST chain you can buy. But if you are cutting firewood or other thick material, you should get the MEDIUM size chain. The SAME rule applies whether you are using an electric or a gas-powered chainsaw.

But if you want to cut soft and hardwood both together, take a multi performer chain; it will work fine for both.

Did you know the diameter of a chainsaw’s chainring is only 1/2″ and the diameter of a saw chain is 1-3/8″? That’s why it’s so important to use the right size chain bar when using a chain. Many people mistakenly believe they only have to worry about this if they are cutting wood. That is not true.

I’ve been asked the question (what size chainsaw should I use?) many times, and I always give the same answer. The answer depends on the type of your work. If you need a “portable” chainsaw (meaning it’s small enough to fit in the trunk of your car), then you should use an 18-36-inch chainsaw, and if you need a chainsaw for lite use, a 12-16 inches chainsaw is enough. But, if you have a larger model (like a “farming” or “garden” chainsaw), you should use a 42-inch chainsaw.

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