STIHL MS 362 C-M VW Petrol Chainsaw | 40 cm
Winter-ready professional chainsaw with handle and carburettor heating
Product description
The STIHL MS 362 C-M VW meets the demands of professional users, especially in winter in freezing temperatures. It is very well suited to work in medium-sized stands, such as limbing, cross-cutting or felling. With the new STIHL Light 04 guide bar in an innovative design and a powerful 3.5 kW STIHL 2-MIX engine, it offers high cutting performance combined with comfortable winter capability.
Common problems
Winter forestry work in medium-sized stands brings typical problems:
- Cold handles make safe, precise operation of the chainsaw more difficult in frost
- Iced-up carburettors can disrupt engine operation at very low temperatures
- Manual carburettor adjustment costs time and experience in changing conditions
Solution
The MS 362 C-M VW tackles this with electric handle heating for warm, dry handles, electric carburettor heating with temperature-dependent control to prevent icing, and STIHL M-Tronic for reliable, fully automatically controlled operation, even in winter.
Key features
- Winter-ready professional chainsaw with 40 cm RS cutting attachment
- Electric handle heating for warm, dry handles
- Electric carburettor heating to prevent icing in frost
- STIHL M-Tronic for optimum engine performance from the start
- STIHL 2-MIX engine with 3.5 kW (4.8 hp) output
- STIHL Light 04 guide bar for reduced weight
- Captive nuts on the sprocket cover
- STIHL anti-vibration system for more comfortable working
Highlights
Electric handle heating
Warm, dry handles even in frost and snow ensure safe, comfortable working in winter. The heating elements in the handlebar are maintenance-free and wear-free.
Electric carburettor heating
Temperature-dependent on/off control automatically activates the heating at critical temperatures and prevents the carburettor from icing up.
STIHL M-Tronic
The fully electronic engine management automatically controls ignition timing and fuel metering. This means optimum engine performance is available right from the start.
40 cm RS cutting attachment
The 40 cm STIHL Light 04 guide bar with 3/8″ RS saw chain offers high cutting performance with reduced weight.
Captive nuts
When changing the cutting attachment, the nuts on the sprocket cover can no longer be lost – handy in winter conditions when wearing gloves.
Comfortable working
The STIHL anti-vibration system significantly reduces strain on arms and hands during longer winter forestry work.
Technical data
| Part number | 1140 200 0720 |
| Displacement | 59 cm³ |
| Power | 3.5 kW / 4.80 hp |
| Weight without fuel | 5.8 kg |
| Bar length | 40 cm |
| Chain pitch | 3/8″ |
| Chain type | Rapid Super (RS) |
| Sound pressure level | 106 dB(A) |
| Sound power level | 117 dB(A) |
| Vibration value left/right | 3,5 / 3,5 m/s² |
In the box
- STIHL MS 362 C-M VW petrol chainsaw
- STIHL Light 04 guide bar 40 cm
- 3/8″ Rapid Super (RS) saw chain
- Combination spanner
- Operating instructions
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Who is the STIHL MS 362 C-M VW suitable for?
The STIHL MS 362 C-M VW is aimed at forestry professionals working in medium-sized stands who need to saw reliably in winter temperatures and frost.
What does VW mean in the model name?
V stands for electric carburettor heating to prevent icing, W for electric handle heating for warm hands in frost.
How heavy is the chainsaw in use?
The saw weighs 5.8 kg without fuel, guide bar and saw chain.
Which bar length should I choose?
40 cm is well suited to most work in medium-sized stands. If you need more reach, the 45 cm version is a better choice.
What is included?
The chainsaw, STIHL Light 04 guide bar, saw chain, combination spanner and operating instructions are included.
Safety information & manufacturer details
Using a chainsaw requires experience and safe handling of the tool.
Before first use, familiarise yourself with the operation and the applicable safety regulations.
Please also note the requirements for suitable protective clothing such as chainsaw trousers, safety boots, gloves and a safety helmet with face and hearing protection.
If you are unsure about operating the machine, we recommend a personal handover and instruction from an authorised STIHL dealer.
- Read the operating instructions and safety information in full before first use.
- Wear suitable personal protective equipment.
- Use chainsaws only for their intended purpose.
Manufacturer information
STIHL Vertriebszentrale AG & Co. KG
Robert-Bosch-Straße 13
64807 Dieburg, Germany
Phone: +49 6071 204-0
Email: kundenservice@stihl.de
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