Stihl MS 291
Gas Chainsaws Farm & ranch · Model 1027069
The Stihl MS 291 is a farm and ranch gas chainsaw, suited to occasional heavier cutting — fence-line work, firewood, and storm cleanup, with a 55.5 cc engine making 3.8 hp and a 18-inch bar. It weighs 12.4 lb (5.6 kg).
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At a glance
Displacement
3.39 cu in (55.5 cc)
Engine Power
3.8 hp
Weight
12.41 lb (5.63 kg)
Fuel Capacity
0.13 gal (0.5 L)
Guide Bar Length
17.99 in (457 mm)
Independent reference database. Specs are compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.
Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on — stihlusa.com.
Engine
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.39 cu in (55.5 cc) |
| Engine Power | 3.8 hp |
| Power | 2.8 kW |
| Fuel Capacity | 0.13 gal (0.5 L) |
| Power-to-Weight | 2 kg/kW |
Bar & Chain
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Guide Bar Length | 17.99 in (457 mm) |
| Oil Capacity | 8.12 fl oz (240 mL) |
| Chain Pitch | .325" |
| Chain Gauge | 0.050 in |
Dimensions & Weight
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight | 12.41 lb (5.63 kg) |
| System Weight | 15.45 lb (7.01 kg) |
| Length | 17.72 in (450 mm) |
General
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Source | gas |
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Source: Stihl (manufacturer) · View archived copy. Specs normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer before purchase.