Stihl MS 171 review
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- Petrol
Stihl says that its MS 171 chainsaw is great for occasional use in cutting and trimming around the garden. But for over £200, you'd want it to do more. We've tried it out on railway sleepers to see if it's up to larger tasks.
- Pros and cons
- What is it?
- What is it great at?
- Is there anything I should watch out for?
- Is there anything else I should know?
- Should I buy it?
Technical specifications
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- Cable length
- Weight
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