Basic Information
| STIHL MS 251 C-BE | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model name: | MS 251 | C-BE |
| Engine size: | 45.6 | cc |
| Power output: | 3.0 2.2 | hp kW |
| Weight (powerhead): | 11.9 5.3 | lb. kg |
| Bar length: | 16″…18″ | |
| Chain pitch: | .325″ | |
| Bar mount: | 3005 |
Compatible Bars
Compatible original Stihl guide bars and Oregon replacement bars are listed in tables below. A link to the bar, compatible Stihl and Oregon chains and a bar&chain combo in Amazon are included whenever possible. (Workshoppist.com is an Amazon Associate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.)
Stihl original bars (.325″)
The MS 251 C-BE takes all Stihl guide bars with the Small 3005 mount, .325″ pitch and either .050″ or .063″ gauge. The compatible original bars are listed below. Recommended bar lengths are 16″ and 18″; other lengths greyed out.
| STIHL BARS 3005 mount .325″ pitch | Length in(DL)* |
|---|---|
| .325″ – .050″ | |
| Rollomatic E Standard · Laminated · Sprocket nose | 16″(60) 18″(68)LGX |
| .325″ – .063″ | |
| Rollomatic E Standard · Laminated · Sprocket nose | 14″(56) 16″(62)BPX 18″(68x2,3 RS,x2) |
| Rollomatic E Standard WOOD BOSS | 16″(60) 18″(68x2 RS,x2)b,p |
| *links to Amazon: | bar(ch.n)Oreg.ch. |
Oregon bars (.325″)
Oregon makes MS 251 C-BE -compatible guide bars in the A074 mount, .325″ pitch and either .050″ or .063″ gauge. The bars along with a recommended Oregon chain are listed in the table below.
