Here at STIHL, we’re always trying to push the boundaries and bring new technology into the market. It could be with our battery-powered tools, injection chainsaws like the MS 500i or often, more subtle refinements to get more power out of established models, like the MS 151 T and MS 194 T. The new MS 400 C-M is another tool that pushes the boundaries of chainsaw technology – it’s the world’s first chainsaw with a magnesium piston, which means it has outstanding power to weight ratio!
The MS 400 C-M chainsaw has been designed with professional forestry and arb users in mind, offering STIHL’s highest performance and highest max rpm (14,000 rpm) in the 60cc chainsaw category. It also delivers a welcome increase in displacement, power and torque.
The new 2-MIX engine provides 4kW/5.4 hp, compared to 3.5kW/ 4.8 hp in the MS 362 C-M, as well as more torque – 4.1 newton metres (Nm) vs 3.5 Nm. These increases come from a large diameter piston and a displacement of 66.8cc, which is a 14% increase compared to the MS 362 C-M. The magnesium piston is also 14% lighter than the aluminium piston in the MS 362 C-M, which means rapid acceleration for you! It’s also very durable too.
Thanks to these new materials and the same design features you see in the whole range of STIHL forestry chainsaws, the MS 400 C-M has an impressive power-to-weight ratio of 1.45 kilograms per kilowatt, making it ideal to use when working in the forest, especially over prolonged periods. The powerhead on its own only weighs 5.8 kg too.
In addition to the new engine, the MS 400 C-M features the latest M-Tronic 3.0 electronic engine management system with the new and simple re-calibration process and an improved HD2 filter, so you get the best performance from the saw at all times. The chainsaw also features Elastostart technology so it’s incredibly easy to start each time.
The MS 400 C-M chainsaw is available in 16”, 18” and 20” versions right now from your local STIHL approved Dealer.
Find out more in our video on the STIHL GB YouTube channel.
Paul HicksPaul has worked for STIHL for six years and is responsible for the range of STIHL products that is sold here in Great Britain, which means he definitely knows his stuff when it comes to all things STIHL.
Is this saw coming to the USA? If it is then when? Honestly, I’d rather see this saw here over the 500i.
Hi, thanks for commenting. This saw is currently on limited distribution to certain countries, including us here in Great Britain. I would suggest contacting STIHL USA to find out if they have plans to launch it there. You can find their contact details here: https://www.stihlusa.com/faq/. Thanks very much, STIHL GB
Will this saw be available with heated handles?
Hi Darren, thanks for your comment. There aren’t currently any plans to bring a heated handle version in to Great Britain, but to find out more about other markets, we suggest you contact the STIHL distributor in your country. You should be able to find the right contact details here: https://www.stihl.com/default.aspx.
Thanks very much, STIHL GB
Hi I would buy one of the ms400 if it had heated handles
Thanks for the feedback Ricky, I’ll pass this on to the product team. Thanks, STIHL GB
Can you get a full wrap handle for this?
Hi Mitchell, thanks for your comment. No, I’m afraid these aren’t available in Great Britain. Thanks very much, STIHL GB
Does that mean there available somewhere? can i buy a full wrap handle in the US have it delivered in the UK
Hi, thanks for your comment. This model was released earlier this year in the US, but unfortunately due to global supply concerns and demand it has been under tight supply for many STIHL dealers there. Please stay in touch with your local STIHL dealer over the next few weeks for the latest info on availability. Thank you for your interest and we hope you are able to find one! Thanks, STIHL GB
When and are these going to be available in the us?
Hello, thank you for your comment. This is the STIHL Great Britain blog and I’m afraid we don’t have details of availability in other countries around the world so you will need to get in touch with STIHL USA. You can find contact details for them here: https://www.stihlusa.com/information/corporate/contact-us/
Thanks, STIHL GB
Could you please show a comparison of the power curves (Power vs RPM) for the MS 400 and MS 362.
I plan to buy one of these models (once stocks are back up in the UK) and it is difficult to make a decision when you cannot test them at a local dealership.
I am interested to see where in the rpm range the MS 400 has the advantage.
I have a 400c and 462c that I bought new. I love both saws however there is a problem with both. When let set over night the cold start is usually 8 pulls. Warm or hot starts are 1 pull. My favorite Stihl shop spent a lot of Stihls money trying to fix this problem on my 462c to no avail. Is there a correction?
Hi, thanks for your comment. It’s really hard for us to diagnose issues online. If you don’t feel that you have got all the information you need from your STIHL Approved Dealer, please do contact the STIHL subsidiary where you are and speak to the Technical department. If you are based in Great Britain, you can contact us on 01276 20202 or by email to enquiries@stihl.co.uk. If you are based elsewhere, you can find contact details for all other STIHL subsidiaries around the world here: https://www.stihl.com/default.aspx
Thanks, STIHL GB