{"product_id":"stihl-petrol-chainsaw-40cm","title":"STIHL MS 212 Petrol Chainsaw 40cm (1148 200 0266)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSTIHL MS 212 40cm Petrol Chainsaw\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 38.6cc chainsaw for cutting firewood, maintaining your property and tackling small-tree work. Its 1.8kW STIHL 2-MIX engine and 40cm (16-inch) guide bar suit home owners, gardeners and landscapers who want a practical petrol saw for everyday cutting jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom preparing firewood to trimming fallen branches, the MS 212 combines straightforward controls with useful maintenance features. Side-mounted chain tensioning makes adjustment accessible, while tool-free fuel and oil caps simplify refilling. Part number: \u003cstrong\u003e1148 200 0266\u003c\/strong\u003e (SKU: 11482000266).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0660\/8060\/4346\/files\/MS-212.png?v=1748261507\" alt=\"STIHL MS 212 petrol chainsaw 40cm 38.6cc specification and replacement bar and chain chart\" style=\"display:block;max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable Jobs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutting firewood for home use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral garden and property maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorticulture, landscaping and smaller timber-cutting jobs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFelling smaller trees where conditions, operator training and experience allow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e38.6cc STIHL 2-MIX petrol engine:\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers 1.8kW of power with economical fuel use. The existing manufacturer comparison states up to 20% lower fuel consumption and up to 70% lower emissions than comparable STIHL two-stroke engines without 2-MIX technology.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40cm \/ 16-inch guide bar:\u003c\/strong\u003e supplied cutting setup uses a Light 04 bar and 63 PM3 chain with 3\/8-inch P pitch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSide-mounted chain tensioning:\u003c\/strong\u003e adjustment via a tensioning screw through the sprocket cover. This is not the tool-free Quick Chain Tensioning system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-vibration system:\u003c\/strong\u003e dampens engine vibration at the handles for more comfortable handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCombi lever with stop function:\u003c\/strong\u003e groups the starting and stopping controls together and returns to the operating position after stopping, simplifying warm restarts. Always hold the saw with both hands while cutting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTool-free fuel and oil caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e bayonet closures make opening and closing the tanks straightforward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClaw stop:\u003c\/strong\u003e helps steady the saw against the timber during a cut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-life air filter and compensator:\u003c\/strong\u003e help maintain consistent engine performance as the filter becomes dirty. Inspect and maintain the saw as directed in the operating manual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable carburettor:\u003c\/strong\u003e allows adjustment for operation at different altitudes. Special polyamide filters are available for snowy conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiagnostic socket:\u003c\/strong\u003e supports dealer access to machine information for servicing and maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: STIHL MS 212.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: 1148 200 0266 \/ 11482000266.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine displacement: 38.6cm³ \/ 2.4 cu-in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower output: 1.8kW \/ 2.4bhp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuide bar length: 40cm \/ 16 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuide bar: STIHL Light 04.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChain: 63 PM3, 3\/8-inch P pitch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListed weights without refuelling: 4.6kg and 5.38kg. The original listing uses different measurement references that are not supplied here; confirm the required weight basis before comparing models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListed power-to-weight ratio: 2.6kg\/kW.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevice length with bumper spike: 400mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSound pressure level: 103dB(A).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration, left\/right: 3.1 \/ 3.7m\/s².\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCO₂ emissions: 1127g\/kWh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplacement Bar and Chain Reference\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied specification chart identifies replacement chain loop \u003cstrong\u003e3636 000 0055\u003c\/strong\u003e and Light 04 guide bar \u003cstrong\u003e3005 000 4813\u003c\/strong\u003e. Before ordering a replacement, check the fitted bar, chain pitch, gauge and drive-link count, especially if the cutting setup has been changed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompare Other Petrol Chainsaws\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a smaller 35cm saw? Compare the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/stihl-ms-172-petrol-chainsaw-35cm-miniboss\"\u003eSTIHL MS 172 MiniBoss petrol chainsaw\u003c\/a\u003e. For Easy2start and tool-free chain adjustment, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/stihl-easy2start-petrol-chainsaw-35cm\"\u003eSTIHL MS 172 C-BE 35cm petrol chainsaw\u003c\/a\u003e. Both MS 172 models have a listed 1.4kW output, compared with the MS 212's 1.8kW.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the MS 212 Have Tool-Free Chain Tensioning?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This MS 212 uses a side-mounted tensioning screw. Its tool-free caps are for the fuel and oil tanks, not chain adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompare MS 212 Models\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv role=\"region\" aria-label=\"MS 212 model comparison\" tabindex=\"0\" style=\"width:100%;max-width:100%;overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;min-width:480px;border-collapse:collapse;\" border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/stihl-petrol-chainsaw-40cm\"\u003eSTIHL MS 212\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/stihl-easy2start-petrol-chainsaw-40cm\"\u003eSTIHL MS 212 C-BE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003ePart number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e1148 200 0266\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e1148 200 0263\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eEngine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e38.6cc STIHL 2-MIX petrol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e38.6cc STIHL 2-MIX petrol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003ePower output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e1.8kW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e1.8kW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eGuide bar\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e40cm \/ 16 inch Light 04\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e40cm \/ 16 inch Light 04\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eChain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e63 PM3, 3\/8 inch P\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e63 PM3, 3\/8 inch P\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eStarting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eConventional recoil start\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eSTIHL Easy2start, reduced starting effort\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eChain tensioning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eSide-mounted tensioning screw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eTool-free Quick Chain Tensioning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eFuel and oil caps\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eTool-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eTool-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eAnti-vibration system\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eTypical jobs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eFirewood and property maintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eFirewood and property maintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth models have the same listed engine output and bar length. Choose the MS 212 C-BE for Easy2start and tool-free chain adjustment, or the MS 212 for conventional starting and side-mounted chain tensioning.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"STIHL Shop Gladesville","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44762071597242,"sku":"11482000266","price":499.09,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0660\/8060\/4346\/files\/MS212-1.jpg?v=1749816684","url":"https:\/\/www.betontools.com.au\/products\/stihl-petrol-chainsaw-40cm","provider":"Betontools Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}