The STIHL MS 212 petrol chainsaw is the most powerful model in STIHL’s homeowner range, designed for firewood cutting, pruning branches, and felling small trees with ease. Compact, robust, and built with clever features to reduce effort and increase efficiency, it’s an ideal choice for tackling tougher jobs around the home and garden.
 
Starting and operation are simplified thanks to the combi lever, which only requires one start position. Once the engine is turned off, the lever automatically returns to the operating position, so a warm machine can be restarted straight away without fuss. Side-mounted chain tensioning makes re-tensioning safe and straightforward, with the tensioning screw accessed laterally through the sprocket cover. The tool-free fuel and oil caps with bayonet closure mean refilling is quick and easy.
 
Power comes from STIHL’s efficient 2-MIX engine, which delivers excellent performance while lowering emissions and reducing fuel consumption. Combined with STIHL four-channel technology, the engine ensures a more targeted and complete combustion of the fuel-air mixture for increased power output and fuel efficiency. To make work more comfortable, the anti-vibration system minimises the transfer of vibrations from the engine to the handles, reducing strain on muscles and joints during longer tasks.
 
Maintenance demands are kept low thanks to the carburettor compensator, which automatically regulates the fuel-air mixture even as the air filter becomes dirty. This keeps performance consistent over long periods, meaning the filter only needs cleaning when there is a noticeable drop in power. The transparent oil tank makes it easy to check chain lubrication levels at a glance, so you can plan top-ups without interruption.
 
Available with a 14” or 16” guide bar and fitted with a 3/8" P saw chain, the MS 212 delivers strong cutting performance with its narrow kerf chain design. Practical, powerful, and comfortable to use, it gives homeowners the capability to take on bigger jobs with confidence.