Stihl MS 311
Gas Chainsaws Farm & ranch · Model 1027268
The Stihl MS 311 is a farm and ranch gas chainsaw, suited to occasional heavier cutting — fence-line work, firewood, and storm cleanup, with a 59 cc engine making 4.2 hp and a 18-inch bar. It weighs 13.8 lb (6.3 kg).
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At a glance
Displacement
3.6 cu in (59 cc)
Engine Power
4.2 hp
Weight
13.8 lb (6.26 kg)
Fuel Capacity
0.16 gal (0.6 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 | 3.6 cu in (59 cc) |
| Engine Power | 4.2 hp |
| Power | 3.1 kW |
| Fuel Capacity | 0.16 gal (0.6 L) |
| Power-to-Weight | 2 kg/kW |
Bar & Chain
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Guide Bar Length | 17.99 in (457 mm) |
| Oil Capacity | 11.83 fl oz (350 mL) |
| Chain Pitch | 3/8" |
| Chain Gauge | 0.050 in |
Dimensions & Weight
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight | 13.8 lb (6.26 kg) |
| System Weight | 16.73 lb (7.59 kg) |
| Length | 18.03 in (458 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.