STIHL Duromatic Chainsaw Guide Bar 18" The STIHL 18" Duromatic Guide Bar is an extremely rugged and durable guide bar for medium to high-powered chainsaws. It is made from solid, extremely strong steel and has a carbide alloy nose that resists wear and tear. This guide bar is perfect for demanding applications such as logging, construction, and tree felling. Key Features 18" length Solid steel construction Carbide alloy nose Green color code for reduced kickback Compatible with STIHL chainsaws that use 3/8" pitch chains with .063" gauge links Suitable for the Following Machines: 024, 026, 028, 029, 030, 031, 032, 034, 036, 036 QS, 038, 039, 041 AV, 041 FB, 041 G, 042 AV, 044, 045, 046, 048, 050, 051, 056, 064, 066, E 20, E 220, E 30, MS 260, MS 260 C, MS 261, MS 261 C, MS 270, MS 270 C, MS 271, MS 271 C, MS 280, MS 280 C, MS 290, MS 291, MS 291 C, MS 310, MS 311, MS 360, MS 360 C, MS 361, MS 361 C, MS 390, MS 391, MS 440, MS 441, MS 441 C, MS 460, MS 650, MS 651, MS 660, MS 661, MS 661 C, MSE 220, MSE 220 C, MSE 250 C. Why Choose the STIHL Duromatic? Solid steel construction is what distinguishes a Duromatic bar from a laminated bar — genuinely more resistant to bending and twisting under heavy load, which matters for the felling, logging and construction work this bar is rated for. The carbide alloy nose adds durability specifically where wear concentrates most. Pairs Well With Shop Compatible Chains Shop Sharpening & Maintenance Tools Also Known As Also searched for as: STIHL Duromatic 18 inch, solid steel guide bar, STIHL carbide nose bar, heavy-duty felling bar. FAQs What chain does this bar use?3/8" pitch chain with .063" gauge links. What does the green colour code mean?It indicates the bar's reduced-kickback design. Is this suitable for felling large trees?Yes, the solid steel construction and carbide nose are built for demanding logging, construction and felling work.