We look at a selection of new professional forestry chainsaw products available from Stihl.
- MS 441 chainsaw – This is the first saw from Stihl to have full electronic ignition timing management and fuel metering. The engine management system ensures a constant maximum speed and good acceleration. No more carburettor adjusting is necessary and there is only one start position on the throttle. Starting is easier with lower revs and it is then possible to accelerate up to speed, even after a cold start. The fuel consumption with the new technology is up to 20% less. The saw weighs 6.6 kg (14.6 lb) and has a displacement of 70.7 cm3 and a power output of 4.2 kW (5.7 hp).
- Advance Plus chainsaw clothing – This includes chainsaw pants, overalls and a jacket. The clothing is made from robust, highly elastic ripstop material. The chainsaw pants and overall conform to the EN 381 (Design A) cutting test, are highly resistant to tearing, have Lycra reinforced knees and a moisture barrier on the back of the pant leg.
- Chain saw gloves Special – Made from soft goatskin, they have a wide elastic rubber cuff with Velcro fastener.
- Special Plus leather boots – Made from high quality water repellent cowhide, with a high rolling comfort. The collar is textile padded and it has reflective material.
- Ranger GTX leather boots – These stable leather boots have a waterproof, breathable GORE-TEX membrane. Ankle protection is excellent.