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Description

This new version features a newly designed Light 04 guide bar as well as the new .325” RS Pro saw chain for improved cutting performance. The high performance .325” saw chain provides up to 20% more cutting performance compared to its predecessor (.325” RS) due to the narrower kerf. This light and well-balanced saw delivers plenty of power, whilst the M-Tronic technology controls the fuel and air mix at all times so the machine is always at optimum performance. The STIHL anti-vibration system significantly reduces vibrations at the handles for comfortable use of this petrol chainsaw throughout your working day.

The MS 261 C-M is a versatile, professional petrol chainsaw allowing you to run a selection of different bar lengths to suit your needs. It also includes useful features such as the easy-clean HD2 filter, adjustable oil delivery to the bar and chain, stainless steel muffler and captive nuts on the sprocket cover. The 2-MIX technology in the MS 261 C-M petrol chainsaw ensures up to 20% less fuel consumption and up to 50% less emissions compared to the equivalent STIHL two-stroke engines without 2-MIX technology.

STIHL M-Tronic (M)

This fully electronic engine management system adjusts ignition timing and fuel metering in all operating modes. It also takes external conditions such as temperature, altitude and fuel quality into account. It ensures consistent engine performance, a constant maximum speed and superb acceleration. M-Tronic makes manual carburettor adjustments unnecessary. Thanks to electronic cold/warm start recognition, now there is only one start position on the combi-lever. The engine starts after fewer pulls and with no change of position, and can immediately accelerate up to speed – even after a cold start. M-Tronic also remembers the settings from the last time the tool was used. So when external conditions are the same, optimal engine performance is available every time you start up again.

STIHL 2-MIX-Engine

1-in-4 channel technology. The economical STIHL 2-MIX engine with 1-in-4channel technology features a high torque over a wide speed range. The chainsaw provides fuel savings of up to 20% compared to STIHL two-stroke engines in the same performance class without 2-MIX technology. Exhaust emissions are reduced by up to 50%.

HD2 filter

The HD2 filter is made from polyethylene filter material with up to 70% finer pores than fleece and polyamide filters to trap even very fine dust. In addition, it is oil and water-repellent and thus very easy to clean. The PET-covered filter cartridge with quick-release lock enables the filter to be assembled and disassembled in next to no time, without using tools.

Decompression valve

The decompression valve is part of the easy starting system. The valve should be pressed before starting to reduce the compression pressure when starting, as well as reducing the effort needed to pull the starter rope. The decompression valve is semi-automatic; it must be pressed manually before starting, but then closes automatically.

STIHL ElastoStart

STIHL ElastoStart reduces the shock caused by the compression of the engine during starting. The compression shock is taken away from the user’s joints and muscles through a spring or rubber element in the starter handle.

Side chain tensioner

The tensioning screw can be found on the side of the chain saw through the sprocket cover. This removes the need for contact with the sharp saw chain.

Variable-displacement oil pump

Allows a precise, demand-based delivery of oil. It’s possible to reduce oil production by up to 50% in the E position. For very long cutting attachments or very dry wood, an additional volume of oil can be added by the user. similar to illustration.

Tool free filler caps

Special catches on the fuel and oil tanks for easy opening and locking without the need for tools.

Pre-separation air filtration system

STIHL long-life air filtration systems with pre-separation achieve perceptibly longer filter life compared with conventional filter systems. Air drawn in is swirled. The larger, heavier particles are ejected. The pre-cleaned air is routed to the air filter via the pre-separator duct.

Stop button function

After the machine is turned off, the control lever immediately moves back into the operating position. This allows a warm machine to be restarted again immediately.

Compensator

This controller in the carburettor prevents the fuel-air mixture getting richer as the air filter becomes clogged. The correct quantity of fuel is delivered to the carburettor depending on the quantity of air passing through the air filter. This keeps the fuel/air ratio in the combustion mixture constant and hence also the engine power. The filter doesn’t need to be cleaned until an appreciable drop in power occurs.

Captive nuts

When changing the cutting attachment, you will not risk losing the nuts on the sprocket. The MS 261 is the first STIHL chainsaw to be equipped with the captive nuts. A great advantage for all users.

Ematic chain lubrication system

The Ematic chain lubrication system ensures pinpoint lubrication of the saw chain links and guide bar rails. When used with STIHL OILOMATIC saw chain, it will provide maximum lubrication, longer wear and less oil consumption than conventional methods of chain lubrication. The Ematic system can reduce bar oil consumption by up to 50%.

Advanced combustion technology

Four overflow channels swirl the fuel-air mix before ignition, allowing for optimum combustion and highly efficient performance. The result is lower fuel consumption and high torque across a broad rpm range.

Carburettor heating (V)

By changing the chain saw from summer to winter operation, the intake air is pre-heated over the engine fins. This ensures that the carburettor does not ice up and you can continue working in freezing temperatures

Technical data Value
System weight kg 1) 5.8
Displacement cm³ 50.2
Power output kW/bhp 3/4.1
Weight kg 2) 4.9
Power-to-weight ratio kg/kW 1.6
CO2 g/kWh 705
Sound pressure level dB(A) 3) 105
Sound power level dB(A) 3) 116
Vibration values left/right m/s² 4) 3.5/3.5
Tank volume l 0.50
Speed at maximum power Um 10.000
Bumper spike Steel Claw
Sprocket – number of teeth 7 Z
Cylinder Chrome
Oil pump Adjustable
Filter Long-term filter system (pre-separation) / cartridge filter HD2
Sprocket Ringkettenrad
Chain tensioning lateral chain tension
Anti vibration system AV Steel spring
Handle type Standard
Filler cap WTV tool-free tank cap
Chain pitch .325″
EPA Certified fuel consumption glh 0.438
EPA Certified fuel consumption l/h 1.659
Oil tank volume cm3 270

1) Unfueled, with guide bar and saw chain
2) Without fuel, without bar and chain
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

Delivery

Most products are kept in stock, and we aim to deliver your order within 1- 2 working days. If the item is out of stock, we will keep you informed of any major delays. 
MowShop shall not be held liable for any delays in delivering goods, nor shall they be held liable for delays caused to customers work commitments due to your order not arriving on time. 
MowShop shall not be liable to customers for charges for hire of alternate machinery or labour. MowShop will not be liable for compensation of any kind due to late delivery of machinery or failure of machinery or damage to property from delivery. 
Delivery of products is usually 1-2 days from receipt of order and clearance of payment. Delivery of tractors is usually 3 – 7 working days after receipt of order. 
Products will be despatched to your preferred address directly from our distributors. A detailed receipt, together with a copy of the credit card payment receipt, will be posted separately to you. 

Cancellation Rights: Returns & Refunds after delivery

In accordance with existing UK Distance Selling Regulations and the SafeBuy Web Trader Code you have the right to cancel your order within 14 days of receiving your goods if you wish to return the items.  
To be eligible for a return, ensure that the goods remain unused and are retained in their original packaging and are in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging. 
You must contact us before returning an item on 0345 222 1538, failure to do so may result in us being unable to action the refund process. We take no responsibility for items that are returned without prior contact or without authorisation from ourselves. 
You must return your products within 30 days of delivery at your own cost and risk. Returns should be sent to MOWSHOP, Allscott, Telford, Shropshire, TF6 5ED We will refund the price you paid for such goods within 30 days of the date of receiving the returned items, provided that the goods are returned by you and received by us in the condition they were in when delivered to you.  
Items returned without prior agreement will be refused and returned to sender resulting in you being liable for an extra charge from the couriers. If MowShop arranges to collect your items the cost to the buyer would be £36. This amount will be deducted from any refundable amount. 
If the returned item has been USED or isn’t in its ORIGINAL PACKAGING devaluing the goods resulting in handling them beyond what is necessary to establish the nature, characteristics or functioning of the goods we will deduct a reasonable amount from the refund, up to the contract price to cover us being unable to resell the item for its full value. 
We advise you take photos of the item and packaging before returning as a record of its condition, in the event of any damage acquired by the couriers when in transit. Please ensure there is no petrol or oil in the products and any batteries are disconnected before returning the items. Do not send your purchase back to the manufacturer. We will require a receipt or proof of purchase. The item must be boxed and package correctly as advised by the courier, a courier will refuse to collect the item if it is not properly boxed and we will charge for failed collections.  
The product remains yours until successfully received and signed for by a member of Mowshop.  

About Stihl

When it comes to chainsaws and garden power tools, STIHL has been setting the standards for over 90 years. Combining state-of-the-art engineering, quality design and excellent service, there is no wonder why our products can be found in over 160 countries around the world.

Warranty

Stihl Warranty periods as as follows:

2 Year Warranty Period – DOMESTIC USERS

All machines shown in the current STIHL Sales Catalogue are covered for a period of 2 years** from the date of purchase by the Owner, when used for the designed purpose of that product by Domestic Users.

**STIHL High Pressure Cleaners are covered for an extended warranty period of 3 years in Domestic use.

See below for STIHL Grounds care applicable warranty periods.

All batteries and chargers for cordless products shown in the current STIHL Sales Catalogue are covered for a period of 2 years from the date of purchase by the Owner, when used for the designed purpose of that product by Domestic Users.

1 Year Warranty Period – PROFESSIONAL USERS

All machines shown in the current STIHL Sales Catalogue are covered for a period of 1 year** from the date of purchase by the Owner, when used for the designed purpose of that product by Professional Users (Including Hire, Rental and Construction Industry, Farm and Estate).

STIHL AS System, AI Line and AK System cordless products are not covered under warranty when used by Professional Users (including Hire, Rental and Construction Industry, Farm and Estate).

**STIHL High Pressure Cleaners are covered for an extended warranty period of 2 years in Professional use. NOTE: There will be no extension to the warranty period on products sold to the Hire, Rental and Construction Industry. The existing 1 year warranty period will remain for these products.

See below for STIHL Grounds care applicable warranty periods.

Ignition modules – There is a 2 year warranty on ignition modules.

**STIHL AP System Tools, Batteries and Battery products are covered for a period of 2 years from the date of purchase by the Owner, when used for the designed purpose of that product by Professional Users (including Hire, Rental and Construction Industry, Farm and Estate).

Spare Parts

Spare parts are covered by a 1 year warranty.

Warranty Periods – STIHL Grounds care Products (Mowers, Tillers, Shredders, Scarifiers & iMOW®)

All products shown in the current Sales Catalogue are covered for the period as shown below:

Product Domestic Use Professional Use Hire, Rental and Construction Industry
2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and R Series Lawnmowers 5 years* 3 Months 3 Months
R4, T4, T5 & T6 Series Ride-on Mowers 5 years* 3 Months 3 Months
MB 4 RTP, MB 655 RS 5 years* 1 year 1 year
7 Series Lawn mowers 5 years* 1 year 1 year
Lawn Scarifier 5 years* 3 Months 3 Months
Tillers and Shredders 2 years 3 Months 3 Months
Lawn mower Deck 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & R Series 10 years* 3 Months 3 Months
Mono Handlebar 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & R Series 10 years** 3 Months 3 Months
Mono Handlebar 7 Series 10 years** 5 years** 5 years**
iMOW® 5 years* 5 years* 3 Months

 

PPE – Personal protective equipment is covered for a period of 1 year for all user types.

* Subject to product registration and annual servicing (otherwise 2 years)
** Whole handlebar mechanism

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