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Choose the STIHL MS 500i from Riverstone Mower World for dependable equipment, authorised-dealer support and local servicing in Riverstone, NSW. The first high-power chainsaw worldwide with an electronic fuel injection system
Product overview
The STIHL MS 500i petrol chainsaw is ideal for forestry work. Above all, it lets you process thick wood efficiently based on this tool’s high performance and ease of use. Thanks to lightweight design and dynamic swivel behaviour, this highly manoeuvrable chainsaw impresses not only when felling and cutting to length, but also when pruning.
The MS 500i is the world’s first chainsaw to feature electronically controlled injection. The innovative STIHL Injection technology guarantees optimum engine performance and excellent starting characteristics, regardless of altitude and ambient temperature. Sensors measure air pressure and internal and external temperature, and pass information on to the control unit. This can use the identified values to determine the optimum fuel quantity and ignition timing. As a result, fuel metering is assured through the opening and closing of the valve. STIHL Injection is therefore synonymous with rapid acceleration, extremely high power, and low weight:
- The chain accelerates from 0 km/h to 100 km/h in 0.25 seconds.
- The MS 500i achieves the best power-to-weight ratio on the market: an unparalleled 1.24 kg/kW.
Electronically controlled fuel injection takes place in the tried-and-tested STIHL 2-MIX engine, which offers high performance with low fuel consumption. The petrol chainsaw features STIHL ElastoStart to protect your muscles and joints. Its HD2 air filter, captive nuts on the sprocket cover, controlled-delivery oil pump, tool-free fuel cap and side-mounted chain tensioning complete the premium features.
Key features
- The first high-power chainsaw worldwide with an electronic fuel injection system
- Best power-to-weight ratio on the market
- Accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 0.25 seconds
- Perfect for working on hardwood
- Very easy to start and operate
- SIDE-MOUNTED CHAIN TENSIONING: FOR SIMPLE AND SECURE RE-TENSIONING. Side-mounted chain tensioning allows for protected, easy and quick chain tensioning and replacement. The tensioning screw is inserted laterally through the sprocket cover.
- STIHL INJECTION: HIGH PERFORMANCE IN COMPACT DESIGN. The electronic fuel injection control unit continuously calculates the correct fuel supply and the ideal ignition time, and injection is performed directly into the crankcase via the injection valve. Additionally, sensors measure air pressure and internal and external temperature, and pass information on to the control unit. This can use the identified values to determine the optimum fuel quantity and ignition timing. This means that your power tool offers more power from a similar weight and installation space compared to engines without injection.
- SENSOR-BASED FUEL MEASUREMENT: FOR OPTIMISED RUNNING CHARACTERISTICS. During work, your chainsaw uses a pressure and temperature sensor on the engine to measure the fuel. The control unit processes the values measured by the sensor so that the system adapts to the operating conditions. The optimised measurement of the fuel also achieves the best possible running behaviour.
- SIMPLIFIED START: NO NEED FOR A START POSITION. Thanks to electronic fuel injection, your chainsaw does not need a start position. In addition, the manual fuel pump is easily accessible, making the start-up process even easier.
- HD2-FILTER: INCREASES SERVICE LIFE. The HD2 filter protects your power tool’s engine against even the finest dust, ensuring a longer service life and reduced wear. The filter made from PET material has up to 70% finer pores than fleece and polyamide filters, and is also oil- and water-repellent. This also makes it easier to clean the filter. When needed, the filter cartridge can be easily replaced without tools.
- TOOL-FREE FUEL CAP FOR OIL AND FUEL TANKS: QUICK AND EASY TO USE. With tool-free fuel cap, you can open and close oil and fuel tanks in just a few simple steps, thanks to a bayonet closure.
- STIHL EMATIC SYSTEM: REDUCES OIL CONSUMPTION. The STIHL Ematic system comprises a STIHL Ematic or Ematic S guide bar, a STIHL Oilomatic saw chain and a controlled-delivery oil pump. It ensures that the chain oil gets to where it is needed for lubrication. This allows you to reduce oil consumption by up to 50%. If you often work in dusty conditions or if you use long guide bars, you can quickly and easily increase the oil quantity at any time with the new oil pump system.
Technical specifications
| Displacement | 79.2 cm³ |
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| Displacement | 4.8 cu-in |
| Power | 5 kW |
| Engine power | 6.70 bhp |
| Device weight without refuelling | 6.5 kg (without guide bar and saw chain) |
| System weight without refuelling | 7.77 / 8.08 / 7.76 kg (with guide bar and saw chain) |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 1.30 kg/kW |
| Bar length | 50 / 63 cm (The actual cutting length is shorter than the specified bar length) |
| Bar length | 20 / 25 in (The actual cutting length is shorter than the specified bar length) |
| Groove width | 1.60 mm |
| Saw chain pitch | 3/8" |
| Device length with bumper spike | 479 mm (without guide bar and saw chain) |
| Sound pressure level | 106 dB(A) (K-value according to Directive 2006/42/EC = 2.0 dB(A)) |
| Sound power level | 117 dB(A) (K-value according to Directive 2006/42/EC = 2.0 dB(A)) |
Available configurations
| 11472000021 | MS 500i – 50cm/20” – ES Light Bar — $2449.00 |
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| 11472000023 | MS 500i – 63cm/25” – ES Light Bar — $2469.00 |
| 11472000093 | MS 500i 50cm/20" – ES Light Bar, HEXA — $2469.00 |
Warranty
Covered by STIHL Australia’s applicable manufacturer warranty together with rights provided by Australian Consumer Law. Riverstone Mower World can confirm the current domestic or professional warranty terms for this product at the time of purchase.
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