Stihl MS 231 C-BE 16"comfort chain saw with Chain Quick Tensioning and ErgoStart offers great handling and simple maintenance. Stihl MS 231 C-BE 16" Emissions are cut by 70% and fuel consumption is up to 20% lower compared to a STIHL 2-stroke engine of the same power output without 2-MIX technology. Special Features Reduced-emission engine technology Pre-separation air filtration system Anti-vibration system Chain Quick Tensioning Tool free filler caps Compensator Ematic chain lubrication system Manual fuel pump (Purger) Single-lever master control STIHL ErgoStart Features Anti-vibration system Intense vibration at the handles of power tools can lead to long-term effects on blood vessels in the hands and arms. STIHL has therefore developed an effective anti-vibration system whereby the oscillations from the machine's engine are dampened which significantly reduces vibrations at the handles Pre-separation air filtration system STIHL long-life air filtration systems with pre-separation achieve perceptibly longer filter life compared with conventional filter systems. Air drawn in is swirled. The larger, heavier particles are ejected. The pre-cleaned air is routed to the air filter via the pre-separator duct. Compensator This controller in the carburettor prevents the fuel-air mixture getting richer as the air filter becomes clogged. The correct quantity of fuel is delivered to the carburettor depending on the quantity of air passing through the air filter. This keeps the fuel/air ratio in the combustion mixture constant and hence also the engine power. The filter doesn't need to be cleaned until an appreciable drop in power occurs. Single-lever master control All important functions such as start, choke, throttle and stop are operated via a single lever. Chain Quick Tensioning (B) After releasing the sprocket cover the chain can be adjusted using a thumb wheel without the need for tools. Ematic chain lubrication system The Ematic chain lubrication system ensures pinpoint lubrication of the saw chain links and guide bar rails. When used with STIHL OILOMATIC saw chain, it will provide maximum lubrication, longer wear and less oil consumption than conventional methods of chain lubrication. The Ematic system can reduce bar oil consumption by up to 50%. Tool free filler caps Special catches on the fuel and oil tanks for easy opening and locking without the need for tools. STIHL ErgoStart (E) A genuine advance in easy starting. STIHL ErgoStart (E) cuts the effort required to start the tool by half, while the starter cord can be pulled at just one third of the normal force. All it takes is 2 fingers and a gentle pull action. Technical Data Displacement cm³ 42.6 Power output kW/bhp 2/2.7 Power-to-weight ratio kg/kW 2.4 Weight kg 1) 4.8 Sound pressure level dB(A) 2) 103 Sound power level dB(A) 2) 114 Vibration values left/right m/s² 3) 3.9/3.9 STIHL Oilomatic saw chain pitch/type 3/8" P PM3 Chain brake QuickStop Oil tank volume cm3 200 Tank volume l 0.39 1) Without fuel, without bar and chain 2) K-factor according to DIR 2006/42/EC = 2.5 dB (A) 3) K-factor according to DIR 2006/42/EC = 2m / s ² Product Files Download Stihl Manual
