MS 250 - $349.95 DSRP
A chainsaw designed for firewood cutting – with a great power-to-weight ratio.
When you rely on firewood to keep your home warm and cozy, you need a good chainsaw to build a solid woodpile. With an exceptional power-to-weight ratio, the STIHL MS 250 is up to the task. It is easy to operate and combines great features to take care of clearing jobs as well as cut through small limbs and trees. For many years, the MS 250 has been a model of efficiency and reliability, check it ...Read More
Model Features
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Built in the USA
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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. -
Toolless fuel and oil caps with retainers
Simply lift the lever and twist the caps to remove or tighten. There‘s no need to use a tool to tighten or loosen. -
Winter/Summer Shutter
The Winter/Summer Shutter allows the carburetor to operate at optimum temperature year-round and helps to prevent carburetor icing when working below 50°F (10°C).
Standard Features
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Common Features for Chainsaws
View the features common to many STIHL chainsaws.
Important Information
* The actual listed guide bar length can vary from the effective cutting length based on which powerhead it is installed on.
Note: STIHL recommends use of fuel with no more than 10% Ethanol content. Using fuel with greater than 10% Ethanol content may cause damage to your equipment and may void your STIHL warranty. Learn More…
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.
STIHL products sold through U.S. STIHL Dealers are for distribution in the United States only.
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STIHL products sold through U.S. STIHL Dealers are for distribution in the United States only.
Optional Accessories
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Quick Chain Adjuster (QCA) (B)
The Quick Chain Adjuster (QCA) (B) allows the user to adjust the tension of the chain without the use of tools. This allows for easy chain adjustment.
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HP Ultra 2-Cycle Engine Oil
HP Ultra is a fully synthetic 2-cycle engine oil specially suited for high performance chainsaws and power tools. This oil has outstanding engine cleaning characteristics, plus “ultra” superior lubricating qualities in comparison to other 2-cycle engine oils. It is ideal for use in STIHL 4-MIX® engines. This oil is biodegradable, degrading by 80% in 21 days.•2.6 oz. bottle makes 1 gallon mix
•5.2 oz. bottle makes 2 gallon mix
•6.4 oz. bottle makes 2 1/2 gallon mix
•12.8 oz. bottle makes 5 gallon mix
STIHL recommends a mix of 50:1 high-quality 89 octane or higher unleaded gasoline to STIHL engine oil. This same mix ratio should be used during break-in. -
Bar and Chain Oil
STIHL Bar and Chain oil is formulated to adhere to the bar and chain, and to reduce wear. Special agents in the oil formulation help keep sap and pitch from clinging to the bar and chain.Available in quart and gallon bottles, 5 gallon pails and 55 gallon drums, in both summer and winter weights.
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Complete Filing Kits
Kits available for the following chain types: STIHL PICCO™ Mini; 1/4" pitch chain; .325" pitch chain; 3/8" pitch chain; .404" pitch chain.
Includes file guide, depth gauge, round file, flat file and two file handles in tool pouch.Chain Pitch File Diameter File Guide
Part NumberSharpening Kit
Part Numberin. mm in. mm Part Number 3/8 PMN 9.32 5/32 4.0 0811 411 8073 1/4
3/8 PM6.35
9.325/32 4.0 0811 411 8091 0.325 8.25 3/16 4.8 0811 412 8088 3/8 9.32 13/64 5.2 0814 243 3384 5605 750 4329 0.404 10.26 7/32 5.5 0811 412 8108 5605 750 4330
For Your Safety
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Woodcutter Helmet System
The lightweight STIHL Woodcutter Helmet System is an excellent choice for budget-conscious non-professional users with chainsaws and pole pruners. Designed for comfort, the vented shell provides cooling air during use, and the 6-point mount suspension provides comfortable support. The STIHL Woodcutter Helmet System is Class G certified and includes NRR 22 hearing protection. -
Woodcutter Chaps - 6 Layer
Woodcutter Chaps - 6 Layer from STIHL are made from rugged, 400-denier nylon and feature the same UL® classified protection as our other chaps. Just snap them over your pants and you’re ready to go. Sewn into the legs of the chaps are six layers of Avertic® Pro by Engtex®, a cut-retardant material designed to clog the sprocket and stop the saw chain on a gasoline-powered chainsaw in case of accidental contact with the rotating saw chain. The open-back design of these chaps makes them a great choice for hot working conditions. -
Deputy Glasses
Tough protection that also looks the part. The STIHL Deputy Glasses meet ANSI standard Z87.1+ and feature both protection and style. The lenses are a scratch-resistant polycarbonate that block out 99% of the sun’s harmful UV rays. They are also comfortable to wear, featuring a soft rubber nosepiece and dual-mold rubber temples that helps to keep the glasses in place when the head is in motion. Stop by our Dealership to check out these and other great protective eyewear styles. Shown in Brown Frame / Brown Mirror Lens. Available lens colors (Black Frame): Blue Mirror, Smoke (Brown Frame): Brown Mirror
MS 250 is rated out of 5 by 703.
Rated 5 out of 5 by JRinVA from Just the right size. Good balance and does not weigh much. A little tricky to start but if you follow directions or check out youtube video on starting, this chainsaw will fire up in 2 to 3 pulls of the start cord.
Date published: 2018-04-19
Rated 5 out of 5 by Rowdyguy from Great little saw This is my smallest saw but is very reliable and just keeps on running strong
Date published: 2018-04-19
Rated 5 out of 5 by mikey63colo from Stihl MS250 Bought this saw at Big R. Staff was great. I love this saw. Best saw I've ever owned. I use it to cut firewood for home use and this thing does such a great job. It's effortless with trees as thick as 2 feet or so in diameter. Would recommend.
Date published: 2018-04-18
Rated 5 out of 5 by jthomp2 from Great all around Chain Saw I have no complaints about performance or my expectations of this saw. Its powerful motor almost equals my old 029 Farm Boss and is a lot lighter weight. I found some reviews on the web that it could be hard to start. I also learned on the web (other reviewers) that starting procedure MUST be follow (in manual) that it is easier to flood than other chainsaws because of the high performance design. I follow starting procedure and have NO trouble starting saw cold. I am a stihl fan. Have back pack blower, tiller, 3 chainsaws etc... also have other brands and much prefer Stihl.
Date published: 2018-04-14
Rated 4 out of 5 by Jonnyjumpup from Good for Advertised Use This saw has decent power and is light enough to run without getting worn out due to the weight of the saw. It cuts well for its size- I have no problem cutting through the hardwoods on my property up to 16 inch diameter. It is constructed as a homeowner saw so it isn’t as robust as the pro models but for somebody like myself who only fells and bucks 3-6 trees in a year this saw is perfect. Aka I have no need to pay extra for the pro saw when I don’t use my saw enough to wear the homeowner version out in my lifetime. If you follow the starting procedure recommended in the manual it starts right up everyte
Date published: 2018-04-05
Rated 4 out of 5 by LostProphet from Great all around small saw I use this saw everyday for cutting limbs and felling smaller trees. Has no problem cutting up to 14 inch trees. Much more than that it becomes underpowered but I use it as a professional saw even though its a "homeowners" saw. It is an excellent saw for everything you could possibly do as a homeowner or rancher cleaning up downed trees or cutting firewood.
Date published: 2018-04-04
Rated 5 out of 5 by JustinB from Great for home use This saw is 100 times better than the craftsman I had previously. cuts right though everything easily. Light and easy to use.
Date published: 2018-04-02
Rated 5 out of 5 by mmjf9696 from Happy I went with this saw I was looking at the 180 and I am happy I went with the 250. The extra power has been great. I do wish I had a little more power but over all it has the power most homeowners will need. The only thing I wish Stihl would do is make a tool holder on the side of the chainsaw. I have already forgot my chain tool once. This is my 1st chiansaw I have owned. I have used others. For the price this was a great value. I am very happy with all my Stihl products and that is why I keep going back.
Date published: 2018-03-26
