Stihl ms241 mtronic

[shooterjim]

New saw put through it's paces today. Had an ms230 which went back under warranty so upgraded to this. Vibrations are far lower than the 230. Cut half as much again on a tank which surprised me as it works very hard. Strange saw as the 230 used to bog down a bit when mid way through a large cut but the 241 just knuckled down and powered on! Almost like a turbo cutting in! Another plus point is how clean the saw stays, no dust at all stuck on the saw or inside it. Seemed to get more power as I used it which I assume is the mtronic resetting itself. Looking forward to seeing how it keeps improving.

[normandylumberjack]

I'm glad to hear some feedback on this saw at last, It appeals to me but i just couldn't splash the cash on one without hearing some actual feedback. Keep us informed.

[shooterjim]

Saw still improving! Cut twice the quantity of wood yesterday as my old ms230. I haven't needed to clean it yet as it stays so clean. Dust is blown away from the saw body. Getting more powerfull every time it's used so very impressed so far. Only thing I was wondering is whether it's possible to run a 3/8 chain as I've got some from previous saw.

[adowning7]

glad you are pleased with the 241mtronic, i'm expecting a 441 mtronic tomorrow which i'll be putting straight to work on some windblown Oak.

 

I've heard they seem to get better over time? something like 5-10 tanks depending on what you are doing

[TimberCutterDartmoor]

better over time? something like 5-10 tanks depending on what you are doing

 

aka running in

[shooterjim]

Used the new saw today to ring up a load of cord. Upto about 16" diameter. Calibrated the saw before using it as it's had 5 tanks through it. I cut enough rings to make up 10 bulk bags on 2 tanks of fuel! The thing is amazing, no bogging pulled hard and didn't let up the whole time. I don't feel like I have used a saw at all whereas the ms230 I had let you know you had! The mrs was happy also as she now has 3 large wheel barrows of saw dust for the stables!