MS241C Discontinued 2+ years ago?!

[1Alpha1]

I had to special order mine. The dealer thought I was nuts for not getting the 261 even after I explained that the 241 with bar chain and fluids is going to be lighter than the 261, and that I already have a 362.
He's like "everyone just buys the 261 because it's bigger".

You're gonna really love that 241. It's a great saw.

 

[CR888]

Sad information... the 241-cm was easily best in its class, that damn 261 (which I gots 2 of) is such a good seller & with its upgraded typeII specs is to close to the 261 which sucks. Why don't they do a typeII 241cm(v3-MT) put a light clutch cover, unlimited coil & make it shed a pound so this saw makes sense in the modern pro-saw line up. They hardly come up for sale used cause no one wants to sell em.

 

[stihlaficionado]

Was that $503 for the regular 261 or the MTronic version 261 CM?

Regular, but the M Tronic was the same price, zero difference .
I've owned the M Tronic 261 but I prefer the standard carb model.

I've had several M Tronics & never had any issue with them. I've seen a few folks that have never had one restart them when warm & for some reason they always want to put it in the "choke" position

 

[Colt Marlington]

40cc's , or 42, is a good size saw if you only got one and use it for a variety of tasks. And the 241 might be the best of the bunch.

But...if I could have two...what a concept, right?
I prefer a 35's size and weight for a small saw. And a 50's power without a substantial increase in weight over a 40.

And many of the guys that only care to have one saw probably aren't lookin to blow over a half g on a chainsaw.

 

[SAWMIKAZE]

I'd say it's the price that holds it back, too bad because it's a hell of a saw for it's size.

If they priced it in the 400 range I think it might sell better.

 

[1Alpha1]

I'd say it's the price that holds it back, too bad because it's a hell of a saw for it's size.

If they priced it in the 400 range I think it might sell better.

I did a little work and my 241 cost me $311.22 total.

 

[michael j]

I was seriously thinking of a 241, but like my 261 so well I don’t need one. Maybe one of these days I’ll run it down to Brad and have him work his magic on it.

 

[Overkill338]

Really? That's what my dealer just told me after talking with his sales rep from Bryan Equipment, the area distributor. I guess if you want one, you'd better grab it now.

I was told this by a Stihl rep a few months ago. The 261 is just too close to it, and people tend to choose the 261.

With that said, we have spent the last two days cutting fire breaks for a neighbors log cabin (built in 1865). I had my 241 and my 261 there. After 8 hours, the weight difference became very noticable. I found my father in law using the 241 more than anything else. He put his 445 Husky back in the truck.

 

[Frank Rizzo]

just can’t beat a ported 241c in 14” and under timber ... one of my favorites for sure ! Quick cut-cut and sips the gas

 

[1Alpha1]

just can’t beat a ported 241c in 14” and under timber ... one of my favorites for sure ! Quick cut-cut and sips the gas

I watched the video twice. I couldn't tell that it was ported.

Do you put after-the-fact stickers on yours? That would lend more credence.

 

[lone wolf]

Interesting! I bought mine about two months ago or so. Dealer said nothing about it no longer being produced. Of course, I didn't ask him either.

I was more impressed with my 241 than I was with my 261.

So was i

I did a little work and my 241 cost me $311.22 total.

Get me 2?

 

[lone wolf]

Guys are you all sure these 241's are discontinued?

 

[pioneerguy600]

We only have what the dealers tell us, no more available.

 

[lone wolf]

We only have what the dealers tell us, no more available.

Sounds like its time to find some before they all sell.

 

[Frank Rizzo]

I watched the video twice. I couldn't tell that it was ported.

Do you put after-the-fact stickers on yours? That would lend more credence.

Just have a magnum sticker on it ! I put a smaller piston and cylinder in there for better fuel economy

 

[1Alpha1]

Just have a magnum sticker on it ! I put a smaller piston and cylinder in there for better fuel economy View attachment 714357

If you have a MAGNUM sticker on it, you're good to go.

 

[1Alpha1]

So was i

Get me 2?

You can do what I did. Find yourself a Stihl dealer that will discount the MSRP and then apply for a credit card that will give you cash back.

I've done this at least 4 or more times, and always come out feeling great. I love it when the banks give me FREE $$'s.

 

[pioneerguy600]

Sounds like its time to find some before they all sell.

They will likely go the route of the 200T, be worth more each month.

 

[1Alpha1]

Crap......now you guys have me all worked up and thinking about buying another one.

 

[1Alpha1]

Crap......now you guys have me all worked up and thinking about buying another one.

I'll know Monday if they can Stihl be had.