What Size Chain Fits a Stihl MSA 160 (Battery)?
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The Stihl MSA 160 (Battery) (nullcc, Battery class) runs a 1/4 pitch, .043 (1.1mm) gauge chain. Drive-link count depends on bar length (see table). Always confirm the drive-link count on your bar or use the Farm & Acre Co Chain Finder.
Need the right chain for a Stihl MSA 160 (Battery)? Here are the exact chain specs for this saw and how to make sure it fits the first time. If you would rather just enter your saw and get the answer, use our free Chain Finder.
Stihl MSA 160 (Battery) chain size chart
| Bar length | Pitch | Gauge | Drive links | Chain type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12" | 1/4 | .043 (1.1mm) | 64 | Low profile |
| 14" | 1/4 | .043 (1.1mm) | 72 | Low profile |
Battery class, nullcc. Pitch is the spacing between the drive links and gauge is the thickness of the drive link that sits in the bar groove. You need the pitch, the gauge and the drive-link count all correct for a chain to fit.
What chain does the MSA 160 (Battery) take?
The MSA 160 (Battery) runs a 1/4 pitch chain. We do not stock 1/4 pitch in tungsten carbide, so for this saw we would set you up with a standard steel chain from our Tufozi range, or source one on request. Tufozi is standard steel, not tungsten carbide, so it is a different chain to our carbide range. Use the Chain Finder or send us your details and we will sort the right chain.
How to make sure the chain fits
The safest check is the drive-link count. Lay out your old chain and count the drive links (the teeth that sit down inside the bar), or read the numbers stamped on your bar. Bar length alone is not enough, two saws with an 18 inch bar can take different drive-link counts. If in doubt, use the Chain Finder or send us a photo of your bar and we will confirm it.
Looking for a guide bar too?
Chain size and bar fitment are two different things. A guide bar has to match your saw's bar mount, the stud and slot pattern where the bar bolts on, and that changes between makes and even between models from the same make. Chain size alone does not tell you which bar fits. Before you order a bar, check your saw against our Bar Mount Guide and confirm your bar mount. If you are not sure, send us your saw model and we will confirm it before you buy.
Frequently asked questions
What size chain does a Stihl MSA 160 (Battery) use?
The Stihl MSA 160 (Battery) runs a 1/4 pitch, .043 (1.1mm) gauge chain. Drive-link count depends on your bar length (see the table above). Always confirm the drive-link count stamped on your bar, or use our free Chain Finder.
How many drive links does a Stihl MSA 160 (Battery) take?
It depends on the bar length. Common counts for the MSA 160 (Battery) are 64, 72 drive links across its standard bar sizes. Count the drive links on your current chain to be sure.
What pitch and gauge is a Stihl MSA 160 (Battery)?
1/4 .043 (1.1mm). Pitch is the spacing between drive links and gauge is the drive-link thickness. Get both right, plus the drive-link count, and the chain will fit.
Can I run a tungsten carbide chain on a Stihl MSA 160 (Battery)?
Not from us. The MSA 160 (Battery) takes a 1/4 pitch chain, and we do not stock 1/4 pitch in tungsten carbide. We can point you to a standard steel chain instead, or source one on request. Send us your saw details and we will sort it.
Not sure? Send us your saw model and a photo of your bar and we will sort out the right chain. Call 0431 183 421 or email us.