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MS 362 C-M VW Petrol Chainsaw
High-performance 3.5kW professional chainsaw, fitted with electric carburettor heating and electrically heated handles
Robust and powerful, everyday forestry chainsaw, designed and built for the professional. Ideal for long sawing sessions harvesting wood. The electronic self-tuning engine management system means that the fuel supply is electronically controlled and the machine automatically adapts to operating and ambient conditions, ensuring optimal engine performance. Additional features include heated carburettor and handles, easy-clean HD2 filter, controlled-delivery oil pump and practical features such as a stainless steel muffler, captive nuts on the sprocket cover and monocoque cover with three quick release fasteners. The 2-MIX technology in the innovative STIHL MS 362 C-M VW ensures up to 20% less fuel consumption and up to 50% emissions reduction compared to the same power STIHL two-stroke engines without 2-MIX technology.
Instruction is necessary to recognize or assess the dangers of a chainsaw. Please wear protective clothing and equipment.
If anything is unclear, we recommend to order the chainsaw via Click & Collect and pickup up the chainsaw from a STIHL servicing dealer.
You can find videos showing you how to fill your machine with fuel and oil, fit bars and chains and start your chainsaw here.
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Technical data↓
Technical data Value Displacement cm³ 59 Power output kW/bhp 3.5/4.8 Bar length cm 40-45 Bar length " 16-18 Weight kg 1) 5.8 Weight kg 2) 6.97 / 7.13 Power-to-weight ratio kg/kW 1.7 Sound pressure level dB(A) 3) 106 Sound power level dB(A) 3) 117 Vibration values left/right m/s² 4) 3.5/3.5 STIHL Oilomatic saw chain pitch/type 3/8" RS STIHL Oilomatic saw chain pitch/type 3/8 " Oil pump einstellbar Tank volume l 0.60 Chain pitch 3/8" Chain tensioning seitliche Kettenspannung Sprocket - number of teeth 7 Z Filter Langzeit Filtersystem (Vorabscheidung) / Patronenfilter HD2 Filter material PET-Gewebe Bumper spike Stahlkralle Cylinder Chrom Oil tank volume cm3 325 Sprocket Ringkettenrad Anti vibration system Standard AV-System Filler cap WTV werkzeugloser Tankverschluss EPA Certified fuel consumption l/h 1,841 CO2 g/kWh 711 Handle type Elektrische Griffheizung Exhaust Standardschalldämpfer Carburettor Kompensator / Vergaserheizung / Vergaservorwärmung / Spülvorlage / STIHL M-Tronic Speed at maximum power rpm 10,000 Additional features Ematic-Kettenschmiersystem EPA Certified fuel consumption glh 0,486 1) Without fuel, without bar and chain
2) Without fuel, with bar and chain
3) K-factor according to DIR 2006/42/EC = 2.5 dB (A)
4) K-factor according to DIR 2006/42/EC = 2m / s ²
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Features↓
Standard features
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Decompression valve
The decompression valve is part of the easy starting system. The valve should be pressed before starting to reduce the compression pressure when starting, as well as reducing the effort needed to pull the starter rope. The decompression valve is semi-automatic; it must be pressed manually before starting, but then closes automatically.
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Heated handles (W)
These provide additional comfort in cold weather and can be engaged with a switch on the left handle as required.
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Combi lever
As M-Tronic has electronic cold and warm start recognition, only one start position is needed on the combi lever. The exact amount of fuel is supplied on demand. You do not need to know about the status of your chainsaw and can apply full throttle straight away - even with a cold start. Because the saw is warmed up by optimum acceleration in a few seconds.
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STIHL M-Tronic (M)
This fully electronic engine management system adjusts ignition timing and fuel metering in all operating modes. It also takes external conditions such as temperature, altitude and fuel quality into account. It ensures consistent engine performance, a constant maximum speed and superb acceleration. M-Tronic makes manual carburettor adjustments unnecessary. Thanks to electronic cold/warm start recognition, now there is only one start position on the combi-lever. The engine starts after fewer pulls and with no change of position, and can immediately accelerate up to speed - even after a cold start. M-Tronic also remembers the settings from the last time the tool was used. So when external conditions are the same, optimal engine performance is available every time you start up again.
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Advanced combustion technology
Four overflow channels swirl the fuel-air mix before ignition, allowing for optimum combustion and highly efficient performance. The result is lower fuel consumption and high torque across a broad rpm range.
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HD2 filter
The HD2 filter is made from polyethylene filter material with up to 70% finer pores than fleece and polyamide filters to trap even very fine dust. In addition, it is oil and water-repellent and thus very easy to clean. The PET-covered filter cartridge with quick-release lock enables the filter to be assembled and disassembled in next to no time, without using tools.
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Anti-vibration system
Intense vibration at the handles of power tools can lead to long-term effects on blood vessels in the hands and arms. STIHL has therefore developed an effective anti-vibration system whereby the oscillations from the machine's engine are dampened which significantly reduces vibrations at the handles.
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Pre-separation air filtration system
STIHL long-life air filtration systems with pre-separation achieve perceptibly longer filter life compared with conventional filter systems. Air drawn in is swirled. The larger, heavier particles are ejected. The pre-cleaned air is routed to the air filter via the pre-separator duct.
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Compensator
This controller in the carburettor prevents the fuel-air mixture getting richer as the air filter becomes clogged. The correct quantity of fuel is delivered to the carburettor depending on the quantity of air passing through the air filter. This keeps the fuel/air ratio in the combustion mixture constant and hence also the engine power. The filter doesn't need to be cleaned until an appreciable drop in power occurs.
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Captive nuts
When changing the cutting attachment, you will not risk losing the nuts on the sprocket.
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Variable-displacement oil pump
Allows a precise, demand-based delivery of oil. It's possible to reduce oil production by up to 50% in the E position. For very long cutting attachments or very dry wood, an additional volume of oil can be added by the user. similar to illustration.
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Side chain tensioner
The tensioning screw can be found on the side of the chain saw through the sprocket cover. This removes the need for contact with the sharp saw chain.
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Ematic chain lubrication system
The Ematic chain lubrication system ensures pinpoint lubrication of the saw chain links and guide bar rails. When used with STIHL Oilomatic saw chain, it will provide maximum lubrication, longer wear and less oil consumption than conventional methods of chain lubrication. The Ematic system can reduce bar oil consumption by up to 50%.
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STIHL ElastoStart
STIHL ElastoStart reduces the shock caused by the compression of the engine during starting. The compression shock is taken away from the user's joints and muscles through a spring or rubber element in the starter handle.
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Carburettor heating (V)
By changing the chain saw from summer to winter operation, the intake air is pre-heated over the engine fins. This ensures that the carburettor does not ice up and you can continue working in freezing temperatures.
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Tool free filler caps
Special catches on the fuel and oil tanks for easy opening and locking without the need for tools.
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Cutting Attachments↓
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Rollomatic E
The body is made of 3 electrically-welded metal plates, the middle plate is extensively hollowed out. Low weight, high stability.
Versions Price Rollomatic E, 3/8", 1.6 mm, 40 cm / 16" £61.00* Save and compare Save and compare -
Rollomatic E
The body is made of 3 electrically-welded metal plates, the middle plate is extensively hollowed out. Low weight, high stability.
Versions Price Rollomatic E, 3/8", 1.6 mm, 45 cm / 18" (Not for MS 661) £66.34* Save and compare Save and compare -
Rollomatic E
The body is made of 3 electrically-welded metal plates, the middle plate is extensively hollowed out. Low weight, high stability.
Versions Price Rollomatic E, 3/8", 1.6 mm, 50 cm / 20" £73.84* Save and compare Save and compare -
Rollomatic ES
The STIHL Rollomatic ES (STIHL Ematic Super) is composed of a solid and particuarly rigid bar with a bar nose which can be replaced entirely. It is therefore ideal for most demanding professional tasks and is used chiefly on heavy duty machines for felling and bucking. Elliptically fomed, angled oil holes increase the flow speed of the chain oil, delivering optimal lubrication and even longer service life for the guide bar.
Versions Price Rollomatic ES, 3/8", 1.6 mm, 50 cm / 20" £110.21* Save and compare Save and compare -
Rapid Super (RS)
High performance saw chain for professional applications with low vibration levels, smooth cutting behaviour, low chatter and extremely high cutting and borning performance.
Versions Price Rapid Super (RS) 3/8" ,1.6 mm, 60 drive links, 40 cm / 16" £39.06* Save and compare Save and compare -
Rapid Super (RS)
High performance saw chain for professional applications with low vibration levels, smooth cutting behaviour, low chatter and extremely high cutting and borning performance.
Versions Price Rapid Super (RS) 3/8", 1.6 mm, 66 drive links, 45 cm / 18" £43.02* Save and compare Save and compare -
Rapid Super (RS)
High performance saw chain for professional applications with low vibration levels, smooth cutting behaviour, low chatter and extremely high cutting and borning performance.
Versions Price Rapid Super (RS) 3/8", 1.6 mm, 72 drive links, 50 cm / 20" £46.44* Save and compare Save and compare
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Accessories↓
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MotoMix
STIHL MotoMix is our patented premixed fuel, specially blended for ultimate performance.
This 50:1 ready-mixed fuel is a combination of premium non-ethanol, high-octane motor fuel for all STIHL 2-stroke engines which gives you optimum performance, excellent cold start properties, maximum acceleration over the entire rpm range and perfect running characteristics even with a sudden rev change.
MotoMix uses STIHL HP ultra-premium oil for exceptional engine lubrication and extreme cleanliness. It’s fully synthetic and biodegradable for optimal performance and long service life. MotoMix is user- and engine-friendly thanks to fewer emissions (free from ethanol; almost no olefins and aromatic compounds).
Can be kept in storage for up to five years.
Did you know:
- For MotoMix drums (55 l & 200 l), speak with your nearest STIHL Approved Dealer about direct delivery of the fuel to your preferred address. Find out more about our MotoMix promotion here.
Patent EP 2031043
Octane number RON >95 Octane rating MOZ 93 Benzene content % Vol. 0.03 Sulphur content mg/kg 3 Shelf life Years up to 5 Density at 15°C kg/m3 690 Olefin content % Vol. 0.1 Vapour pressure at 40 °C kPA 61 Two-stroke oil content % Vol. 1.8 Versions Price MotoMix 5 l £21.99* Save and compare Save and compare -
ForestPlus chain oil
Based on high-quality mineral oils, ForestPlus is suitable for use with all chainsaws, including harvesters. ForestPlus delivers reliable chain lubrication and no resin build up, even during prolonged down times.
Versions Price ForestPlus chain oil - 5 l £26.54* Save and compare Save and compare -
HP Ultra 2-stroke engine oil
Fully synthetic oil with exceptional lubrication properties. Burns with extremely low residue due to ash-free additive. Suitable for continuous use under the most demanding engine conditions. Performance class: JASO-FB, ISO-L-EGB. Fuel/oil ratio 50:1. Recommended for STIHL 4-MIX engines.
Versions Price HP Ultra 2-stroke oil - 1 l (for 50 l) metering bottle £30.39* Save and compare Save and compare -
Varioclean
Water based, alkaline detergent specifically for dissolving and removing burnt-in resin and oil residue from your machine, and cleaning your tool’s housing, HD2 filter, wire mesh filter or PA filter. The detergent is biodegradable. Avoid contact with the eyes and keep out of reach of children.
To use Varioclean, first wait for your machine to cool down. Then, spray it onto the surface of the part you are cleaning and leave it for a maximum of 5 minutes, so the cleaner is not allowed to dry. Then, wash it off with water and wipe with a cloth to dry. We recommend you wear safety glasses when doing this.
Shelf life Years 3 Biodegradable Yes Versions Price Varioclean - 500ml £11.23* Save and compare Save and compare
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Product variations↓
* Manufacturer's recommended retail price updated as of May 2022. The manufacturer's recommended retail prices are subject to change without notice.
The version(s) available in each country may differ from the above range and specifications; specific details may be subject to change without notice. Please ask your local STIHL Approved Dealer for further information.