Stihl model · engine series 1141
MS 261 C-M
M-Tronic
The production, market and rarity details above are specific to the MS 261 C-M roster record. The chain, bar and displacement figures below are the published family fitment for engine series 1141; confirm the pitch, gauge and drive-link count stamped on your installed bar before ordering.
Family fitment specs
Chains & bars that fit the MS 261 C-M
Pitch & gauge .325″ · .050–.063″ (261 also runs 3/8″) · recommended bar 16–20″ · round file 3/16" (4.8 mm)
Chain & bar by length
| Bar | Drive links | Shop |
|---|---|---|
| 16″ | 67 DL | Chain → Bar → |
| 18″ | 74 DL | Chain → Bar → |
| 20″ | 81 DL | Chain → Bar → |
Drive-link counts from STIHL's saw-chain catalog. The chain is set by pitch + length (confirm the count stamped on your bar); the guide bar also depends on your saw's mount, so verify fitment before ordering.
Files, oil & sharpening
Suggested match: Oregon 95-series (95VPX) / 21–22 LPX. Confirm the drive-link count for your exact bar length before ordering. These are equivalent aftermarket (Oregon) chains, not genuine STIHL chain — STIHL sells its own chain through its dealer network, and we're not affiliated with STIHL. New to pitch & cutter types? See the chain & cutter guide.
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Related models in series 1141
Data confidence
Chain, bar and displacement confidence applies to the shared MS 261 · MS 271 · MS 291 family data.
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