STIHL MSA 161 T Cordless Chainsaw – 30cm / 12" (AP System – Body Only)
⚠️ Important Notice: This is a top-handle chainsaw and is intended for trained professional arborists only. Due to safety regulations, this item cannot be posted and must be collected in-store with valid proof of competence.
The STIHL MSA 161 T is a lightweight, high-performance cordless top-handle chainsaw built for professional arborists and tree surgeons. Powered by the STIHL AP Battery System, it delivers quiet, emission-free performance while offering the cutting precision and agility needed for aerial tree work and crown maintenance.
Fitted with a 30cm / 12" guide bar and 1/4" PM3 chain, it delivers clean, controlled cuts with minimal kickback. The low-noise electric motor makes it ideal for use in noise-sensitive areas like hospitals, schools, or public parks. With instant start-up, chain brake, and lightweight design, the MSA 161 T is built for speed, safety, and manoeuvrability in the tree canopy.
✅ Key Benefits:
30cm / 12" guide bar with 1/4" PM3 chain – for fine, low-vibration cuts and controlled pruning
Top-handle design – engineered specifically for professional aerial and arborist use
Part of the STIHL AP System – cordless convenience with powerful lithium-ion battery performance
Low-noise, zero-emission operation – suitable for urban and environmentally sensitive sites
Quick chain tensioning system – simplifies on-site maintenance
Inertia-activated chain brake – improves operator safety in kickback situations
Instant start-up – no pull cord, no fuel, just press and go
Lightweight (2.5kg without battery) – reduces fatigue in prolonged overhead use
⚠️ Please Note:
Body only – battery and charger not included. This chainsaw is for trained professionals only and must be collected in person from store. PPE and appropriate climbing gear must always be used.