At the moment, chainsaws are widely used in the production of firewood, for sawing trees and so on. They are popular among owners of summer cottages, and they are also often used during construction events. Modern devices make it possible to obtain new technologies during production, and the quality of the materials from which they are made is at the highest level.
Quite important characteristics of the chainsaw should be considered maneuverability, power, as well as safety. The Stihl MS 180 has similar indicators. Reviews about the saw are positive. Of course, the device has its drawbacks, but they are not so significant. Next, we consider the design of the device, its functional and technical characteristics, as well as recommendations for use.
Design features
The described chainsaw is light and compact. Its performance is optimized as much as possible. The unit has a fuel tank. It is quite capacious and translucent. The Stihl MS 180 chainsaw received a 35 cm tire in its initial modification. The second version has a 40-centimeter cut. This device can be used in construction or logging. The power of both devices is the same.
It should be noted that among the functional features, Stihl MS 180 has automatic lubrication. An inertial brake is also installed, which increases the safety of the device. Due to this, the risk of losing control of the instrument is quite small. Additionally, the device is equipped with a special anti-vibration effect.
Specifications
The power of such a device is 2 horsepower. The piston output is 2.8 cm. The tire length, as mentioned above, can vary: in the initial modification of the Stihl MS 180 - 35 cm, in the newer - 40 cm. The tank capacity is 145 cubic cm. The device weighs almost 4 kg. You can purchase the initial modification for 13 thousand rubles, a newer version of the saw will cost 5 thousand more. In principle, as noted by users, the correspondence of price and quality is most successful.
Advice
Before using Stihl MS 180, it is necessary to run-in mechanisms. You can not turn on the maximum power, it is advisable to work at a minimum at least until the third refueling. There are some tips for installing a new circuit. At first, it should be pulled much more often and stronger. It is also advisable to leave the engine idle after any procedure. It is forbidden to touch the heated chain, after cooling it is necessary to reduce the tension.