MS 212 petrol chainsaw: our most powerful petrol chainsaw for processing wood at home
The STIHL MS 212 petrol chainsaw is our most powerful petrol chainsaw for homeowners. Whether you are cutting firewood, pruning branches or felling small trees, the MS 212 packs all the power you need to tackle the toughest maintenance jobs.

Powered by a STIHL 2-MIX engine, the MS 212 has great cutting performance and low fuel consumption. It’s fitted with a 3/8″ P saw chain which has high cutting performance thanks to the narrow kerf and available with either a 14” or 16” guide bar. The STIHL anti-vibration system reduces transmission of vibrations to the handle, which relieves strain on your muscles and joints. The MS 212 has single-lever operation and is effortless to restart after interruptions thanks to the combi-lever. It’s also fitted with a transparent fuel and oil tank, so you can clearly see when the chainsaw needs a fuel or oil top up.

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 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 5.28 / 5.38 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 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)