MS 231 C-BE Petrol Chainsaw: Powerful domestic saw for grounds maintenance and felling small trees
Compact chainsaw with excellent power-to-weight ratio. With up to 20% less fuel consumption and up to 70% fewer emissions compared to STIHL two-stroke engines of the same performance class without 2-MIX technology. Ideal for cutting firewood, felling small trees and when a bit more power is needed. This saw is easy to guide and has great handling. With STIHL Quick Chain Tensioning and STIHL ErgoStart.

Extend your domestic warranty from 2 to 3 years with the purchase of 5 litres of STIHL MotoMix® fuel and this product. Your STIHL Approved Dealer will register your extended warranty on the STIHL warranty database at point of purchase.

Find the correct replacement guide bar and saw chain for your tool with the STIHL bar & chain advisor.

Exterior design of STIHL guide bars are subject to change. Technical specifications remain the same.

Displacement 42.6 cm³
Power 2 kW
Engine power 2.70 HP
CO2 819 g/kWh
Device weight without refuelling 5.1 kg 1)
System weight without refuelling 5.78 / 5.88 kg 2)
Power-to-weight ratio 2.60 kg/kW
Bar length 35 / 40 cm 3)
Bar length 14 / 16 in 3)
Groove width 1.30 mm
Groove width 50 in
Saw chain pitch 3/8″P
Device length with bumper spike 424 mm 1)
Sound pressure level 103 dB(A) 4)
Sound power level 113 dB(A) 4)
Vibration level left 3.9 m/s² 5)
Vibration level right 3.9 m/s² 5)