Stihl MS 500i
Gas Chainsaws Forestry · Model 1027221
The Stihl MS 500i is a professional forestry gas chainsaw, built for all-day felling, bucking, and production cutting, with a 79.2 cc engine making 6.8 hp and a 18-inch bar. It weighs 14 lb (6.3 kg).
For pros: Professional rear-handle chainsaws
At a glance
Displacement
4.83 cu in (79.2 cc)
Engine Power
6.8 hp
Weight
14 lb (6.35 kg)
Fuel Capacity
0.19 gal (0.71 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 — stihl.co.uk.
Engine
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4.83 cu in (79.2 cc) |
| Engine Power | 6.8 hp |
| Power | 5 kW |
| Fuel Capacity | 0.19 gal (0.71 L) |
| Power-to-Weight | 1.26 kg/kW |
Bar & Chain
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Guide Bar Length | 17.99 in (457 mm) |
| Chain Pitch | 3/8" |
| Chain Gauge | 0.050 in |
Dimensions & Weight
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight | 14 lb (6.35 kg) |
| System Weight | 17.39 lb (7.89 kg) |
| Length | 18.43 in (468 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.