STIHL MS500i W Petrol Chainsaw

Product Details & Features

• Professional user chainsaw
• Guide bar length 25"/63cm
• Chain pitch 3/8"
• Up to 2-year warranty

The STIHL MS 500i W Petrol Chainsaw is an ultra high-performance professional forestry chainsaw designed for demanding felling, timber harvesting and large-scale processing applications in challenging weather conditions. Combining revolutionary fuel injection technology with heated handles and exceptional power-to-weight performance, this advanced professional chainsaw delivers outstanding cutting power, rapid acceleration and superior operator comfort.

As the world’s first chainsaw with electronically controlled fuel injection and integrated handle heating, the MS 500i W is engineered for professional forestry workers, arborists and contractors who require maximum performance, reliability and comfort during intensive daily use.

Key Features:

World’s First Fuel-Injected Chainsaw – Advanced electronically controlled fuel injection system automatically adjusts fuel delivery and ignition timing for optimum performance in all operating conditions.

Integrated Heated Handles (W Version) – Maintenance-free heating elements in the front and rear handles improve comfort, keep hands warm and help dry gloves during cold weather operation.

Exceptional Power-to-Weight Ratio – Delivers powerful 5.0kW cutting performance while maintaining a lightweight design for improved manoeuvrability and reduced operator fatigue.

Extremely Fast Acceleration – Accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 0.25 seconds for rapid throttle response and highly efficient cutting performance.

STIHL Injection Technology – Sensors continuously monitor operating conditions including air pressure and temperature to optimise fuel metering and ignition timing.

Simplified Starting Procedure – No dedicated start position required thanks to intelligent fuel injection technology for fast, reliable starting in all conditions.

Optimised Professional Construction – Lightweight, narrow and compact design improves handling, delimbing efficiency and overall control during demanding forestry work.

HD2 Heavy-Duty Filtration System – Designed to improve engine protection and performance in harsh forestry environments.

Ideal For:

• Professional forestry work
• Harvesting and processing large timber
• Felling medium to large trees
• Demanding winter forestry applications
• Arborist and contractor use
• Heavy-duty timber processing and logging

Product Details:

Product Type: Professional Petrol Chainsaw
Power Source: STIHL fuel-injected 2-MIX petrol engine
Operation: Petrol powered
Application: Forestry, harvesting and large timber processing
Displacement: 79.2 cm³
Power Output: 5.0kW / 6.8HP
Weight: 6.3kg (without guide bar and chain)
Special Feature: Heated handles
Guide Bar Options: Multiple professional bar lengths available

Why Choose This Chainsaw:

The STIHL MS 500i W Petrol Chainsaw represents a major advancement in professional chainsaw technology. By combining electronically controlled fuel injection with STIHL’s powerful 2-MIX engine platform, it delivers exceptional throttle response, impressive cutting performance and highly efficient operation for demanding forestry applications.

The innovative fuel injection system continuously calculates the optimum fuel supply and ignition timing using sensor-based measurements of operating conditions. This ensures consistent power delivery, excellent starting characteristics and reliable performance regardless of temperature, altitude or environmental conditions.

Thanks to its lightweight construction and class-leading power-to-weight ratio, the MS 500i W offers outstanding manoeuvrability despite its high output. Professional users benefit from rapid acceleration, strong torque and excellent handling during felling, snedding and large timber processing tasks.

Professional users frequently praise the MS 500i for its remarkable cutting speed and impressive balance, with many operators describing it as one of STIHL’s most capable modern forestry saws for demanding professional work.

Product Information:

As with all STIHL professional forestry chainsaws, the MS 500i W is packed with advanced features:

• Electronically controlled STIHL Injection fuel system
• Heated front and rear handles for cold weather operation
• STIHL 2-MIX engine technology for improved efficiency and lower emissions
• Sensor-based fuel metering system for optimised running characteristics
• Simplified starting procedure with manual fuel pump
• Side-mounted chain tensioning for safe and convenient adjustment
• HD2 heavy-duty air filtration system
• Adjustable oil pump with STIHL Ematic lubrication system
• Optimised sprocket cover for improved chip removal and handling
• Optimised bumper spikes for improved grip during felling
• Manual decompression valve for easier starting
• Captive nuts on the sprocket cover to prevent loss during maintenance
• Tool-free fuel and oil caps for fast refilling
• STIHL anti-vibration system for improved comfort during extended operation

The MS 500i W is the ideal choice for professional forestry workers and contractors seeking maximum cutting performance, advanced technology and superior comfort in a powerful professional petrol chainsaw built for demanding heavy-duty applications.