STIHL Light 04 Chainsaw Guide Bar 18″L | .325″P | .050″G (74 DL)

Name: STIHL Light 04 Chainsaw Guide Bar 18"L | .325"P | .050"G (74 DL)
SKU: 212070
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$44.00

SKU: 212070 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 a more agile and responsive cutting feel for those who manage woodlots or perform frequent property maintenance. This specific model features a contoured, slim profile that reduces the weight of the cutting assembly by up to 20 percent compared to older solid-body bars, shifting the saw’s center of gravity back toward the powerhead. When you are felling small timber or limbing branches, the reduced mass at the nose allows for quicker transitions and less physical strain on your arms. It offers a high-performance, stable platform that helps maintain precision and control, ensuring that even the most demanding landscaping tasks are finished with accuracy.

Key Features of STIHL Light 04 Chainsaw Guide Bar 18"L | .325"P | .050"G (74 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 008 3317

Product Use: All-around firewood cutting, felling, and professional delimbing

Size: 18 inch (Drive Link Count: 74)

Material: Laminated high-grade steel

Height: .325 inch (Pitch)

Length: 18 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 74-drive-link count, it is specifically designed for mid-to-large saws like the MS 261 or MS 271; using the wrong drive link count will prevent the chain from tensioning correctly. 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.