STIHL Light 04 Chainsaw Guide Bar 16″L | .325”P | .050″G (67 DL)

Name: STIHL Light 04 Chainsaw Guide Bar 16"L | .325”P | .050"G (67 DL)
SKU: 212971
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$49.86

SKU: 212971 Categories: Chainsaws, Outdoor Power Equipment, Power Equipment

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Compatible with STIHL models: MS 261 C-M / MS 271 Farm Boss / MS 291

The STIHL Light 04 Chainsaw Guide Bar provides an agile and weight-optimized solution for professionals and landowners who require a high degree of maneuverability during woodlot thinning. This model features a distinctively slim contour that reduces the overall weight of the cutting assembly by up to 20 percent compared to older solid-body bars, shifting the saw’s balance back toward the operator’s hands. When you are felling small timber or clearing out thick undergrowth, the reduced mass at the nose allows for faster transitions between cuts and less physical strain on the back and shoulders. It offers a steady, high-performance platform that tracks straight through the wood, ensuring that even the most demanding landscaping tasks are finished with accuracy.

Key Features of STIHL Light 04 Chainsaw Guide Bar 16"L | .325”P | .050"G (67 DL)

Slim contour design improves maneuverability and reduces the overall weight of the saw

Weight-reduced construction shifts the center of gravity toward the operator for better balance

Induction-hardened rails provide a steady path for the chain and resist uneven wear during use

Four-rivet sprocket nose ensures a secure and stable tip for demanding cutting applications

Symmetrical shape allows for regular flipping to ensure even wear on both sides of the bar

Ematic lubrication system ensures oil reaches the drive links to minimize friction heat

Specialized coating protects the steel from corrosion and environmental wear during storage

Narrower body helps prevent the saw from binding when working in dense timber

Additional Information

Brand: STIHL

Product Type: Chainsaw Guide Bar

Model: 3003 000 3313

Product Use: Guiding the cutting chain during wood-cutting tasks

Size: 16 inch (Drive Link Count: 67)

Material: Chrome-molybdenum steel

Height: .325 inch (Pitch)

Length: 16 inch

Width: 0.050 inch (Gauge)

Regularly cleaning the oil inlet hole and the bar groove with a small putty knife or a dedicated groove cleaner is the best way to prevent the chain from running dry and overheating. Since this Light 04 model uses the 3003 mounting pattern and a 67-drive-link count, it is specifically designed for mid-sized saws like the MS 261 or MS 271; attempting to use a 62-drive-link chain will result in a loop that is too short to wrap around the sprocket and bar. When finishing work for the day, check the rails for any small metal burrs and gently file them down to keep your cuts square and true. Rotating the bar every time you sharpen the chain will ensure the rails wear evenly and significantly extend the life of the sprocket nose assembly.