STIHL MS 500i Chainsaw - 18"

Designed and built exclusively for forestry personnel and tree service professionals, the MS 500i is the first ever chainsaw on the worldwide market with electronically controlled fuel injection with its excellent power-to-weight ratio, this saw is an impressive piece of equipment for pros looking to take on tree felling, bucking or delimbing operations thanks to its unique fuel injection system, the MS 500i delivers rapid acceleration combining innovative technology with world-class engineering and durable construction.

The new HD2 air filter on this unit is washable, providing extremely long filter life and lowering maintenance costs the large surface area allows for longer run times between cleanings and high performance even while operating in dusty and dry conditions overall, the HD2 air filter provides better protection of the engine compared to standard air filters

• Anti-vibration system - STIHL has developed a system for minimizing the vibration levels of handheld outdoor power equipment the STIHL anti-vibration system helps reduce operator fatigue and provides a more comfortable working experience
• Decompression valve - The decompression valve reduces the compression in the combustion chamber during cranking and helps reduce the effort needed to pull the starter rope
• STIHL elastostart - Starter handle is an exclusive feature of STIHL it is a starting grip with a built-in shock absorber that helps reduce the effort when pulling on the starter cord the elastostart starter grip noticeably reduces the sudden peak forces (compression) normally felt during cranking the forces which occur at the grip after the first compression stroke are smoothed out
• Fuel and oil caps with retainers - Keep the caps attached to the unit for added convenience
• Side-access chain tensioner - Makes it much more convenient for the user to adjust the saw chain with a bar wrench as opposed to the typical location of the guide bar adjustment screw
• Ematic lubrication system - Guide bar, when used with STIHL oilomatic saw chain, will provide proper lubrication and less oil consumption than conventional methods the system works because two ramps, strategically placed in the guide bar rail, help contain the flow of oil and direct all lubrication to the sliding faces of the bar and chain links as well as the rivets and driver holes, which in turn can reduce bar oil consumption up to 50%
• Ease of use - A user friendly tool for a variety of tasks
• Simplified starting procedure - Saves the user time and reduces the chance of flooding the engine when starting
• The quarter-turn shroud lock provides quick access, so users can quickly and efficiently service the chain saw with minimal down time on the job
• Allows users to get more done by minimizing fatigue
• Sensor-controlled fuel metering delivers the right amount of fuel
• Lightweight sprocket cover with captive bar nuts
• Unique bumper spike design ensures pros can expect optimal performance regardless of what species of tree they're cutting
• Quick acceleration helps deliver excellent cutting performance
• Allows dealers to quickly identify where service might be needed. Diagnostic software

Specifications

• Displacement: 4.83 cu. in
• Engine Power: 6.7 bhp
• Powerhead Weight: 13.9 lb
• Fuel Capacity: 26.05 oz
• Chain Oil Capacity: 11.0 oz
• Oilomatic Chain: 3/8" RS3
• Guide Bar Lengths (Recommended Ranges): 16” To 36” STIHL rollomatic es light
• Power Source: Gas