The world’s most powerful series-production chainsaw
With an output of 6.4 kW (8.7 hp), the STIHL MS 881 not only has the most powerful STIHL 2-MIX engine of all STIHL chainsaws, but is also the most powerful series-production chainsaw in the world. This petrol chainsaw was developed for forestry workers and professionals in sawmills, to offer reliable, effective support with felling, cutting to length and longitudinal sawing.
Comfortable, safe working
Even starting the STIHL MS 881 petrol chainsaw should be as effortless as possible. That’s why it is equipped with a decompression valve and STIHL Elastostart to make STIHL starting noticeably easier. The single-lever master control allows you to access all functions with just one hand, so you can always keep your right hand on the handle. The STIHL anti-vibration system effectively reduces vibrations at the handles, protecting your muscles and joints,
Technical details
Displacement |
121.6 cm³ |
Power |
6.40 kW |
CO2 |
671 g/kWh |
Device weight without refuelling |
9.7 kg 1) |
System weight without refuelling |
12.37 / 13.03 / 11.99 / 15.02 / 13.34 / 14.04 kg 2) |
Power-to-weight ratio |
1.50 kg/kW |
Bar length |
75 / 90 / 63 / 120 / 105 3) |
Groove width |
1.60 mm |
Saw chain pitch |
.404″ |
Device length with bumper spike |
550 mm 1) |
Sound pressure level |
106 dB(A) 4) |
Sound power level |
115 dB(A) 4) |
Vibration level left |
9.8 m/s² 5) |
Vibration level right |
9.8 m/s² 5) |


