Stihl Chainsaw Engine Specs

Light Duty

• Stihl makes a variety of chainsaws for light or occasional use. These saws use smaller engines and support smaller guide bars. Engines in this category have displacement ratings that range from 30.1 cc to 45.4 cc.

Medium Duty

• Stihl's medium-duty chainsaws are designed for regular or occasional use in a home or seasonal setting. These saws support larger guide bars from 16 to 20 inches in size. Stihl's medium-duty saws have engine displacements of 50 to 64.1 cc with a power output of 2.5 to 3.3 kW.

Professional Level

• Stihl's professional-grade chainsaws are designed for constant use for timber harvesting, agricultural or firefighting work. These saws have the most powerful engines with displacement ratings of 50.2 to 121.6 cc.

Electric

• Stihl also makes three electric chain saws with an engine power rating of 1400, 1700 or 1800 watts. These saws are designed to operate using American voltage standards -- 120 volts at 60 Hz.