Battery Compatibility of MSA 161 T featuring Compatible Batteries: AP 100, AP 200, AP 300, AP 300 S, AR 2000 L, and AR 3000 L. Compatible Chargers: AL 101, AL 301, and AL 500.

MSA 161 T features Commercial-Grade Brushless Motor

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Man in tree cutting down limbs with MSA 161 T

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MSA 161 T

Name: MSA 161 T
Brand: STIHL
SKU: msa161t
Rating: 4.5565 (124 reviews)

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This top-handled battery-powered chainsaw is designed for professional tree-care specialists and arborists.

For In-Tree Professional Use Only!

Features

Ematic™ Lubrication System
STIHL Electric Motor
Lightweight Portability
Toolless and Translucent Bar and Chain Oil Tank

A member of the AP Battery Series, the MSA 161 T is ideal for professional arborists looking for lightweight, quiet performance for in-tree work. Equipped with a commercial-grade, brushless electric motor, this zero exhaust emissions top-handle chainsaw delivers ideal speed, cutting capacity and run times. This chainsaw also features instant-start technology and is easy to use and maneuver, reducing user fatigue, so you can keep going until the job is done. The MSA 161 T is also equipped with a ¼" STIHL PICCO™ saw chain for precise cutting performance and providing clean, smooth cuts, making it ideal for pruning and in-tree maintenance. Experience the benefits of a battery-powered, high-performance chainsaw with the MSA 161 T. Test the MSA 161 T for yourself at our Dealership today.

Run time may vary based on battery type, charge level and capacity, model, operating style, and conditions. Batteries and chargers can be purchased separately or as a combined set with tool.

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Features
- Ematic™ Lubrication System -
  The Ematic™ 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%.
- STIHL Electric Motor -
  Lightweight and compact, STIHL electric motors require minimal maintenance and feature low noise levels and reduced vibration.
- Lightweight Portability -
  This product is lightweight for easy portability, great maneuverability, and extended use.
- Toolless and Translucent Bar and Chain Oil Tank -
  The translucent bar and chain oil tank makes it easy for users to check oil levels at a glance.
- Side-Access Chain Tensioner -
  The 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.
- Throttle Trigger Interlock -
  This safety feature must be depressed before the trigger can be activated.
- Reduced-Emission Engine Technology—Caring for Nature -
  The STIHL Inc. “Caring for Nature” seal identifies its powered products that are more environmentally conscious, producing zero or low exhaust emissions. STIHL Inc. defines “low exhaust emissions” as being cleaner than EPA and/or CARB exhaust emission standards.
- STIHL Quickstop® -
  STIHL chainsaws are equipped with a chain stopping system designed to reduce the risk of injury in certain kickback situations. It is called a STIHL Quickstop® chain brake. The STIHL Quickstop® chain brake is designed to stop the rotation of the chain if activated by the operator’s hand or by inertia if the saw kicks back with sufficient force. In some working positions, the STIHL Quickstop® chain brake can be activated by inertia, stopping the chain within fractions of a second.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION The occurrence called “kickback” can cause serious or fatal injury. Always read the instruction manual carefully before using your saw. STIHL uses a green and yellow color-coding system to help you select a powerhead, bar and chain combination that complies with the kickback requirements of ANSI Standard B175.1 (gasoline-powered saws) and §30 of UL 1662/ ANSI Standard B175.1 (electric chainsaws). Ask your STIHL dealer about safe operating procedures and the advantages of the STIHL Quickstop® chain brake, STIHL Quickstop® Plus additional chain braking feature, STIHL reduced kickback bars and STIHL low-kickback saw chains.

STIHL recommends the use of green reduced kickback bars and green low kickback chains on all STIHL chainsaws.
* The actual listed guide bar length can vary from the effective cutting length based on which powerhead it is installed on.
WARNING FOR CORDED-ELECTRIC USERS! STIHL recommends that leg protection be worn when operating corded electric chainsaws. However, the fibers may not stop the sprocket on most corded electric chainsaws because of the constant high torque.
WARNING! Improper use of any power tool may cause serious or fatal injury. Read, understand, and follow carefully the operating and safety instructions in your instruction manual before using such products.

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POWER SOURCE	Battery
POWERHEAD WEIGHT	4.6 lbs.
WEIGHT (w/ AP 200)	7.5 lbs.
GUIDE BAR LENGTH (Recommended)	12 in.
OILOMATIC® CHAIN	1/4" PM3
CHAIN OIL CAPACITY	3.6 oz.
BATTERY SYSTEM	AP System
RUN TIME (w/ AP 200) UP TO	42 min.
VOLTAGE	36 volt
INTENDED USE	Professional

MSA 161 T

This top-handled battery-powered chainsaw is designed for professional tree-care specialists and arborists. For In-Tree Professional Use Only!

Features

This top-handled battery-powered chainsaw is designed for professional tree-care specialists and arborists.

For In-Tree Professional Use Only!