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MSA 160 Cordless Chainsaw - AP System

MSA 160 C-B Cordless Chainsaw
MSA 160 C-B Cordless Chainsaw
MSA 160 C-B Cordless Chainsaw
MSA 160 C-B Cordless Chainsaw
MSA 160 C-B Cordless Chainsaw
MSA 160 C-B Cordless Chainsaw
MSA 160 C-B Cordless Chainsaw
£319.00
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  • Quiet cordless chainsaw for noise-sensitive areas
  • Tool only without battery and charger
  • For home users and professionals
    • Available to buy from STIHL Approved Dealers

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    Technical details

    Rated voltage36 V
    Power1.2 kW 1)
    Battery systemAP
    Recommended batteryAP 200
    Device weight without battery3.1 kg 2)
    1)Mechanical power as comparative value to petrol appliance2)without guide bar and saw chain

    Features

    The pictures shown are sample photos. The actual appearance of the equipment features and their specific attachment to the product may differ from the pictorial representations, but will have the same functionality.

    RE-TENSION THE SAW CHAIN TOOL-FREE. Thanks to STIHL Quick Chain Tensioning, you can tension your saw chain quickly and without tools, thanks to the adjusting wheel. Turning the adjusting wheel to the left releases tension on the saw chain, and turning the adjustment wheel to the right tensions the saw chain. The guide bar will be automatically secured when you tighten the sprocket cover.
    STIHL QUICK CHAIN TENSIONING
    Thanks to the soft grip on the control handle, the chainsaw sits comfortably in the hand and can be operated safely. In addition, the users grip is improved by the soft material, which helps when using the chainsaw in wet conditions.
    SOFT GRIP CONTROL HANDLE
    Thanks to the soft grip on the control handle, the chainsaw sits comfortably in the hand and can be operated safely. In addition, the users grip is improved by the soft material, which helps when using the chainsaw in wet conditions.
    TOOL-FREE OIL TANK
    ENSURES COMFORTABLE WORK. Your STIHL chainsaw has an ergonomically shaped handle and a comfortable rear control handle with soft components. Thanks to this two-handed operation, you can work comfortably, effortlessly and safely in all positions.
    TWO-HANDED OPERATION
    Thanks to the soft grip on the control handle, the chainsaw sits comfortably in the hand and can be operated safely. In addition, the users grip is improved by the soft material, which helps when using the chainsaw in wet conditions.
    TRANSPARENT OIL TANK
    LOW-MAINTENANCE AND EFFICIENT. Thanks to its compact design, low weight and high efficiency, the EC motor enables you to work in an energy efficient manner. This engine also has a long service life.
    EC MOTOR
    The MSA 220 T has an electronic trigger system  with an unlock button for simple saw activation which leads to easy operation. It means there is safe accessibility even outside the field of vision (e.g. in the felling cut).
    ELECTRONIC TRIGGER SYSTEM WITH UNLOCK BUTTON
    Thanks to the soft grip handle, this tool fits comfortably in your hand. Plus, the grip helps to use the tool in wet weather.
    SOFT GRIP HANDLE WITH ERGO LEVER
    When using other brands of battery tools, the performance can sometimes decrease during work as the battery discharges. This isn't the case with STIHL battery-powered tools. Thanks to the intelligent electronics, your tool will work with consistently high power across the entire battery charge, until there is no energy left in the battery.
    CONSTANT POWER
    SPLASHWATER PROTECTION. The AP 200 S is IPX4 certified thanks to the encapsulated electronics and sealing of each individual cell. It means that the battery is protected against splashwater from all sides and can be used in rainy conditions.
    IPX4 CERTIFIED

    MSA 160 C-B Cordless Chainsaw: Reliable cordless chainsaw, with a 30 cm / 12" bar length

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    The MSA 160 is a lightweight and powerful battery-powered chainsaw that is designed for small maintenance jobs. It is fitted with a 12” guide bar and has been designed for pruning branches or cutting firewood on your property. It can also be used for processing wood and felling small trees of up to 20 cm in diameter on the worksite. Thanks to the 36 V lithium-ion battery, it’s perfect for work in noise sensitive areas too!

    It’s easy and comfortable to use and an ergonomic control handle for greater control and comfort when used across different cutting angles. The trigger system allows for maximum control over the chain speed, and makes working across different materials, around shrubs or on wood working projects even easier. A transparent chain oil tank offers better visibility of oil levels. The quick chain tensioner allows the sprocket cover to be removed and the chain tensioned without the need for additional tools. Plus, the MSA 160 is fitted with a ¼” PM3 saw chain which provides a clean cut and impressive cutting performance.

    The MSA 160 is recommend for use with the AP 300 S battery. Working time with the recommended AP 300 S battery is around 62 minutes.

    For a full list of STIHL battery-powered tool working times, click here.

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