MS 231 Petrol Chainsaw

The MS 231 gives small-holding owners and farmers professional-grade reliability without the weight of a farm-class saw. Its 42.6 cm³ 2-MIX engine produces 2.0 kW while cutting fuel use by about 20 % and exhaust emissions by up to 70 %, yet the power-head tips the scales at just 4.8 kg thanks to a compact magnesium crankcase. A long-life pre-separation air-filter, Ematic chain-lubrication and a variable-flow oil-pump double service intervals, while side-mounted chain tensioning, bayonet fuel caps and captive bar-nuts streamline every refuel and chain swap. Handle vibration stays around 3.9 m s⁻² so you can buck stove wood or limb wind-blown trees for hours in comfort, and Service Kit 15 (air-filter, spark-plug, fuel-filter) makes DIY maintenance a five-minute job.

Key features

• 42.6 cm³ 2-MIX engine (2.0 kW / 2.7 hp) – delivers strong torque with 20 % lower fuel use.
• Long-life air-filter system – pre-separation routing and HD2 fleece filter extend cleaning intervals up to 5×.
• Side-mounted chain tensioner – protected screw lets you retension quickly and safely.
• Tool-free fuel & oil caps – bayonet lids open in seconds, even when wearing gloves.
• Anti-vibration system – buffers hold HAV below 4 m s⁻² for fatigue-free cutting.

Technical highlights

Why it stands out

With a best-in-class mix of power, low weight and user-friendly service points, the MS 231 keeps smallholders, firewood cutters and estate owners productive – using less fuel, vibrating less and lasting longer between filter changes than older mid-range saws.

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