New STIHL MS 300 C-M, is a powerful, low-weight chainsaw for forestry professionals
The new STIHL MS 300 C-M, is the best power-to-weight ratio of a 50 cm³ class chainsaw, which is engineered to reduce operator fatigue during felling, processing, and delimbing tasks. The new chainsaw delivers 3.3kW of power at an operating weight of 4.8KG, pairing high cutting power with an agile, manoeuvrable design.
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That’s a remarkable amount of work hours for a single machine, the Norcar 600 owned by Erkki Rinne is taken well care of, it even has the original Diesel engine.
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Kieran Anders is a forestry contractor working in the lake district. His work involves hand cutting and extracting timber using a skidder and tractor-trailer forwarder.
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It is not possible to eliminate chain shot, but there are simple steps that can be taken to reduce the risk.
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Arwel takes great pride in the fact that the mill has no waste whatsoever, “the peelings are used for children’s playgrounds, gardens and for farm animals in barns in the winter and the sawdust has multiple uses in gardens and farms as well.
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Timber hauliers need to encourage young blood in, and also look after the hauliers we have, we need make the sector a safe and positive place to work.
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STIHL M-Tronic Rapid Acceleration for Quick Work
To maximise productivity for busy forestry professionals, the newly developed saw uses STIHL M-Tronic technology to deliver easy starts and rapid acceleration. By automatically regulating ignition timing and fuel metering, the MS 300 C-M’s M-Tronic engine management system delivers high torque across its speed range and low pressure sensitivity, making quick work of arduous tasks.
STIHL Comfort Characteristics for Maximum Productivity
The slim-line MS 300 C-M combines excellent balance characteristics with a new rear handle and wider knee rest for optimum handling and maximum comfort. In addition, markings on the fan housing make it easier for users to check the direction of felling and plunge cuts for faster work.
Engineered for Quick Refills
To help professionals monitor fuel levels while working, the MS 300 C-M’s semi-transparent fuel tank shows a 50% mark for maximum productivity. In addition, the saw’s tool-free oil and fuel tank closures ensure quick refilling on the job. You can also easily adjust the machine’s oil pump with a combination wrench.
Proven STIHL Technology for Professional Reliability
Tried-and-tested STIHL features, such as side chain tensioning and a captive nut, also make changing the saw’s chain easy. In addition to the MS 300 C-M model, the new saw is also available as the MS 300 C-M VW, with carburettor heating to maintain performance in cold temperatures and a heated handle for added comfort on cold or wet days.
STIHL at 100
The new design arrives as STIHL celebrates its 100th anniversary. Since 1926, STIHL has defined the global standard for battery- and petrol-powered forestry, landscaping, and residential gardening equipment for professional and domestic users.
For more information on STIHL products, visit www.stihl.co.uk or contact your nearest STIHL Approved Dealer.
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