Description
The Stihl MSA 161 T is the STIHL battery line’s first lithium-ion top-handle chainsaw. The MSA 161 provides gasoline power with the benefits of battery-powered products.
A member of the AP Battery Series, the MSA 161 T is ideal for professional arborists looking for lightweight, quiet performance for in-tree work. Equipped with a commercial-grade, brushless electric motor, this zero-exhaust top-handle chainsaw delivers superior speed, cutting capacity, and run times. This chainsaw also features instant-start technology and is easy to use and maneuver, reducing user fatigue. The MSA 161 T is also equipped with a ¼” STIHL PICCO™ saw chain for precise cutting performance and providing clean, smooth cuts, making it ideal for pruning and in-tree maintenance. Experience the benefits of a battery-powered, high-performance chainsaw with the MSA 161 T. Test the MSA 161 T for yourself at our Dealership today.
| MSA 161 T Specifications | |
|---|---|
| GUIDE BAR LENGTH | 30 cm (12") 71 STIHL PICCO™ Micro™ 3 (PM3) 65 |
| CHAIN OIL CAPACITY | 105 cc (3.6 oz.) |
| OILOMATIC® CHAIN | Up to 50 Minutes |
| BATTERY SERIES | AP Series |
| POWERHEAD WEIGHT (w/ Recommended Battery) | POWERHEAD WEIGHT |
| STIHL recommends #3670 (71 PM3 65) OILOMATIC® saw chain and 12" 3005 008 3405 Ematic™ guide bar combination. The actual listed guide bar length can vary from the effective cutting length based on which powerhead it is installed on. Battery and charger sold separately. Chain saw weights include recommended bar and chain combination. *Strongly recommended for use with AP 300 only. | |
| AP 100 Black | AP 100 Orange | AP 200 | AP 300 | AP 300S | AP 500S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Charging Time (Minutes for 80% / 100% Charge) | ||||||
| AL 101 Charger | 60/90 | 75/100 | 150/200 | 190/250 | 230/300 | 280/355 |
| AL 301 Charger | 25/35 | 30/45 | 40/55 | 50/75 | 55/80 | 70/90 |
| AL 301 4 place Charger | 40/55 | 50/75 | 55/80 | 70/90 | ||
| AL 500 Charger | 25/35 | 30/45 | 30/45 | 30/45 | 40/55 | |
Model Features
- Reduced-Emission Engine Technology – Caring for Nature
The STIHL Inc. “Caring for Nature” seal identifies its powered products that are more environmentally conscious, producing zero or low exhaust emissions. STIHL Inc. defines “low exhaust emissions” as cleaner than EPA and CARB exhaust emission standards. More Information - Lightweight Portability
Great for maneuverability and extended use. - STIHL Quickstop® Plus (Q) – an additional chain braking feature
STIHL offers another manually activated chain brake on some models. This system is designed to engage when the operator’s right hand completely releases the rear handle, stopping the chain within one second. Available on some models. See it in action! - STIHL Quickstop®
STIHL chainsaws are equipped with a chain-stopping system designed to reduce the risk of injury in certain kickback situations. It is called a STIHL Quickstop® chain brake. The STIHL Quickstop® chain brake is designed to stop the chain’s rotation if activated by the operator’s hand or by inertia if the saw kicks back with sufficient force. In some working positions, the STIHL Quickstop® chain brake can be activated by inertia, stopping the chain within fractions of a second. See it in action! - Ematic™ Lubrication System
The Ematic™ guide bar, when used with the STIHL OILOMATIC® saw chain, will provide proper lubrication and less oil consumption than conventional methods. The system works because two ramps, strategically placed in the guide bar rail, help contain the flow of oil and direct all lubrication to the sliding faces of the bar and chain links as well as the rivets and driver holes, which in turn can reduce bar oil consumption up to 50%. - STIHL Electric Brushless Motor
Lightweight and compact, STIHL electric motors require minimal maintenance and feature low noise levels and reduced vibration.
Standard Features
- Common Features of Chainsaws
View the features common to many STIHL chainsaws.