STIHL Top Handle Chainsaws

These chainsaws are lightweight specialist chainsaws for Professional Arborists. Top-handle chainsaws are designed specifically for climbing use. A copy of your Certificate of qualification is required prior to purchase. 

STIHL has designed the perfect top handle chain saw designed to allow for one-handed work by skilled professionals taking all the necessary precautions. These saws are perfect for a wide range of tree maintenance such as the removal of dead wood, crown maintenance and removal of trunk and branch shoots. STIHL’s top-handle chainsaws are a professional’s best friend.  

  • Stihl MS 151 TC-E Arborist Chainsaw (10″-12″)

    RRP: £609.00 - £619.00
    £475.00£483.00
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    Stihl’s lightest arborist saw, the MS 151 TC-E is ideal for a wide range of tree maintenance tasks such as removal of dead wood, crown maintenance, and removal of trunk and branch shoots. Manual fuel pump and Stihl ErgoStart guarantee easy starting. Fitted iwth a 1/4″ P -PM3 saw chain for a precise cut.

  • Stihl MS 194 T Arborist Chainsaw (12″-14″)

    RRP: £674.00 - £684.00
    £526.00£534.00
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    The MS 194 T is a highly capable top handle chainsaw from Stihl. Sitting between the MS 151 TC-E and the MS 201 TC-E, the MS 194 T is a middle ground for those who want a lighter all round machine that is capable of pruning jobs and full removals. With a large 31.8cc 2-MIX engine, this arborist chainsaw boasts 9% more power (1.4kW) and 7% more torque (1.5Nm) than the previous MS 193 TC-E. It also comes fitted with a ¼ P chain for a quick cut. This chainsaw is well-suited to deadwood removal, reductions and crown lifts as well as taking down medium-sized trees.

  • Stihl MS 201 TC-M Arborist Chainsaw (12″-14″)

    RRP: £949.00 - £959.00
    £740.00£748.00
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    The MS 201 TC-M is Stihl’s most powerful top handle chainsaw. Comes as standard with M-Tronic and 2-MIX technology, providing optimum engine performance from the start. The captive nut on the sprocket cover allows for quick changing of the chain. The lightweight guide bar reduces the overall weight and keeps the saw perfectly balanced. Featuring our innovative Stihl anti-vibration system, the saw is comfortable to use over longer periods. Top handle saws are specially designed for working in an aerial environment and can only be used by trained professionals.

  • Stihl MSA 161 T Cordless Arborist Chainsaw (10″-12″)

    RRP: £389.00 - £629.00
    £358.00£579.00
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    The MSA 161 T is the next generation in cordless top handle chainsaws. Designed for professional arborist use, this light weight chainsaw features a 40% higher chain speed and 15% increase in motor performance over its predecessor the MSA 160 T. The low profile, ¼ P chain reduces chain chatter for a smooth and precise finish. The battery-powered chainsaw features a trigger side-lock button for added safety, a large throttle interlock lever and carrying ring for attaching the saw for aerial use. The cordless nature of the new saw means that the MSA 161 T is so quiet in operation that ear defenders are not required while working. With a run time of up to 42 minutes with the AP 200 battery, this cordless chainsaw is a perfect addition to the fleet.

  • Stihl MSA 220 T Cordless Arborist Chainsaw (12″-14″)

    RRP: £669.00 - £1,097.00
    £615.00£1,009.00
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    The New MSA 200 T is a powerful professional cordless arborist saw. Perfect for removing larger branches, crown correction and removing dead wood. Electronic trigger system with an unlock button for simple activation. LED display on the top handle shows operating status and chain break position. Easy clean air filter, Rollomatic E  guide bar and a 3/8″ P saw chain for excellent cutting performance. Side mounted chain tensioning, tool-free oil tank cap, captive nut on the sprocket cover. Working time with AP 300 S battery is up to 29 minutes.

  • Stihl MSA 220 TC-O Cordless Arborist Chainsaw (12″-14″)

    RRP: £734.00 - £1,162.00
    £675.00£1,069.00
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    The MSA 220 TC-O is Stihl’s most powerful Cordless Top handle chainsaw. Featuring the new Light P04 guide bar and a 3/8″ P PS3 saw chain for excellent cutting performance, the MSA 220 TC-O is designed for professional Arborist’s use. Oil sensor and LED display gives the user a warning when the chain oil level is low. Electronic trigger system with an unlock button for simple starting and easy operation. Chain break position is also shown on the LED display. Easy clean air filter for long life and optimum engine cooling, side-mounted chain tensioning, captive nut on sprocket cover and tool-free oil tank cap. Working time with AP 300S battery is up to 29 minutes.