First ever chainsaw with STIHL Injection Technology. The best power-to-weight ratio on the market, and the simplest operation. Ideally suited for the harvesting and processing of large timber. All thanks to its unique lightweight design and outstanding acceleration. New bumper spikes, HD2 filter, captive nut on the sprocket cover for easy chain change, controlled-delivery oil pump, and tool-free fuel cap for safe and easy filling with fuels and lubricants.
Features
| STIHL anti-vibration system | Intense vibration at the handles of power tools can lead to longer-term effects of blood vessels in the hands and arms. STIHL have therefore developed an effective anti-vibration system where by the oscillations from the machines engine are dampened which significantly reduces vibrations at the handles. |
|---|
| Captive bar nuts | Bar nuts held captive in the sprocket cover will not get lost when changing over the cutting attachment. |
|---|
| Decompression valve | The decompression valve is part of the easy start-system. The valve should be pressed before starting in order to reduce the compression pressure when starting, as well as the effort needed to pull the starter rope. The decompression valve is semi-automatic, meaning that it must be pressed manually before starting, but then closes automatically. |
|---|
| Optimised sprocket cover | The flatter, narrower sprocket cover with integrated slide rails reduces effort when pruning and ensures outstanding chip removal. |
|---|
| STIHL INJECTION | STIHL injection technology enables the MS 500i to achieve extremely high performance with extraordinarily low displacement and low weight. The saw uses innovative technology to achieve rapid acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in an unbelievable 0.25 seconds. The powerful saw is ready to use right away. Sensors measure air pressure and internal and external temperature, and pass information on to the control unit. This can use the identified values to determine the optimum fuel quantity and ignition timing. |
|---|
| Side-mounted chain tensioning | The tensioning screw is located on the side of the chain saw through the sprocket cover. Chain side tensioning allows the saw chain to be retensioned effortlessly, avoiding any contact with the sharp chain. |
|---|
| Plunge Guide | Marking has been added to the fan housing to assist with plunge cuts. This ensures better directional control and safe use of the machine during plunge cutting. |
|---|
| STIHL ElastoStart | STIHL ElastoStart reduces the shock caused by the compression of the engine during starting. The compression shock is taken away from the users joints and muscles through a spring or rubber element in the starter handle. |
|---|
| STIHL Ematic with new oil pump system | The new oil pump system allows a higher volume of oil to be delivered. This is especially useful in dusty conditions or when using a long guide bar. |
|---|
| Best power-to-weight ratio | Its revolutionary chainsaw engine technology, and resulting intelligent lightweight construction result in the best power-to-weight ratio on the market. The optimised design – with lightweight sprocket cover, more compact engine unit, flywheel with a low design height, and a reduced-weight crankshaft adapted to the low weight of the flywheel – makes work significantly more comfortable. The MS 500i is ideal for heavy timber felling, cutting into lengths, and pruning. |
|---|
Specifications
| CC's | 79.2 |
|---|
| Weight kg | 6.5 |
|---|
| kW's | 5.6 |
|---|
| STIHL Oilomatic saw chain pitch/type | 3/8 |
|---|
Accessories
| ADVANCE X-Vent Helmet | Low weight helmet set with optimized balance. Ear caps in slim design. Easy head size adjustment by ratched wheel even whilst wearing. Ventilation wholes spread over the entire shell. Metal visor: Spring steel mesh, very high light penetration. Light transmittance: 75-80%. Elastic visor sealing nlong the helmet against dirt and rain. Reflective Stickers all round. Ear protect: EN 352, EN 397, EN 1731. |
|---|
| SynthPlus Chain Oil | Do you question which lubricant is suitable for which cutting attachment, climate zone or type of wood? No need to puzzle over the answers with semi-synthetic STIHL chain lubricant. Our high-performance lubricant is extremely suitable for all moving saw chains. Well protected. STIHL chain lubricant effectively protects saw chains from wear. Thanks to its high temperature resistance, cutting attachments are optimally protected even from short-duration maximum thermal loads. Smoking is inhibited. Keeps on flowing. Even at temperatures down to -20° C, STIHL chain lubricant retains its outstanding flow properties. Selected additives prevent resinification of the cutting attachment and other treated parts. And you can start using the saw straight away, even after an extended idle period. |
|---|
| MotoMix | Available at participating stores. Ready-mixed fuel (50:1) for all STIHL engines, optimal performance, best cold start ability, maximum acceleration over the entire RPM range, best running characteristics even with a sudden gas change. Mixed with STIHL HP ultra premium oil for exceptional engine lubrication and extreme cleanliness, fully synthetic and biodegradable for optimal performance and long service life. User- and engine-friendly thanks to fewer emissions (free from ethanol; almost no olefins and aromatic compounds). Can be kept in storage for at least two years. Reliable top performance – STIHL engines and STIHL MotoMix are made for each other, all imaginable uses have been put through rigorous tests. |
|---|
| ForestPlus Chain Oil | Based on high-quality mineral oils. Reliable lubrication, no or resinification, even during prolonged downtimes. |
|---|
