STIHL MS 212 Petrol Chainsaw
SKU: MS 212
STIHL MS 212 Petrol Chainsaw
SKU: MS 212
Price range: £319.00 through £330.65
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The STIHL MS 212 is the most powerful petrol chainsaw in STIHL’s homeowner range, designed for demanding garden and property maintenance tasks. Ideal for cutting firewood, pruning branches and felling small trees, it combines strong cutting performance, fuel-efficient STIHL 2-MIX engine technology and excellent operator comfort.
The STIHL MS 212 Petrol Chainsaw is a powerful and versatile chainsaw built for homeowners who need dependable cutting performance for a wide range of tasks around the home, garden and property. As the most powerful petrol model in STIHL’s domestic chainsaw range, it is ideal for processing firewood, pruning branches, cutting timber and felling small trees.
Powered by a high-performance STIHL 2-MIX engine, the MS 212 delivers excellent cutting power while reducing fuel consumption and exhaust emissions. This advanced engine technology provides strong torque and efficient operation, making tough cutting jobs easier to tackle while helping to keep running costs low.
The chainsaw is fitted with a 3/8″ P saw chain, which benefits from a narrow kerf design for efficient cutting performance and smooth operation. Available with either a 14″ or 16″ guide bar, the MS 212 can be configured to suit a variety of cutting applications around the home and garden.
Designed with user comfort in mind, the MS 212 incorporates the proven STIHL anti-vibration system, helping to reduce vibration transfer to the handles and minimise fatigue during longer working periods. Simple single-lever controls make operation straightforward, while the combi-lever system allows quick and easy restarting after work interruptions.
Practical features such as transparent fuel and oil tanks allow you to monitor fluid levels at a glance, helping ensure the chainsaw is always ready for work when needed.
Whether you’re preparing firewood for winter, maintaining trees around your property or carrying out regular garden maintenance, the STIHL MS 212 delivers the power, reliability and ease of use homeowners expect from a premium petrol chainsaw.
The MS 212 is available with either a 14″ (35cm) or 16″ (40cm) Guide Bar & Chain. Please select your preferred blade length from the dropdown menu.
Exterior design of STIHL guide bars are subject to change. Technical specifications remain the same.
Table of specifications
Displacement
38.6 cm³
Power
1.80 kW
Engine power
2.40 HP
CO2
849 g/kWh
Device weight without refuelling
4.6 kg 1)
System weight without refuelling
5.38 kg 2)
Power-to-weight ratio
2.6 kg/kW
Bar length
35cm / 14" or 40cm / 16"
Saw chain pitch
3/8 " P
Device length with bumper spike
400 mm 1)
Sound pressure level
103 dB(A) 4)
Sound power level
113 dB(A) 4)
Vibration level, left
3.1 m/s² 5)
Vibration level, right
3.7 m/s² 5)
Technical Notes
1)
without guide bar and saw chain without guide bar and saw chain
2)
with guide bar and saw chain with guide bar and saw chain
3)
The actual cutting length is shorter than the specified bar length The actual cutting length is shorter than the specified bar length
4)
K-value according to Directive 2006/42/EC = 2.0 dB(A) K-value according to Directive 2006/42/EC = 2.0 dB(A)
5)
K-value according to RL 2006/42/EG = 2 m/s² K-value according to RL 2006/42/EG = 2 m/s²
features
Side-Mounted Chain Tensioning
The side-mounted chain tensioner allows fast and safe chain adjustment without working near the sharp chain.
Compensator System
The integrated compensator maintains fuel mixture quality as the air filter becomes dirty.
Quick and Convenient Refuelling
The STIHL tool-free fuel and oil caps feature a practical bayonet closure system, allowing both tanks to be opened and closed quickly without additional tools.
Easy Fluid Level Monitoring
The transparent chain oil tank allows you to check the oil level at a glance while working.
High Performance with Lower Fuel Consumption
STIHL's four-channel cylinder technology optimises the flow of the fuel-air mixture into the engine for cleaner, more efficient combustion. The targeted fuel delivery increases engine performance while helping minimise fuel consumption.
Simplified Starting and Restarting
The MS 212 uses a single starting position, making operation intuitive and straightforward. When the chainsaw is switched off, the stop function automatically returns the lever to the operating position, ready for the next start.
Powerful and Fuel Efficient
The STIHL 2-MIX engine combines strong cutting performance with reduced fuel consumption and lower emissions.
Greater Comfort While Cutting
The STIHL anti-vibration system reduces the transfer of engine vibrations to the handles.







