Sold one locally last year, near new condition…$250
It has a 18" bar on it.
You're say this in a place where most not only are running pro saws but 20” setups on 60-70+ cc saws. I think the 250 is a 45cc, I know it’s the biggest homeowner grade but I think most have a different opinion on what’s easy for an 18.
That's really pushing the limits of a 250's oiler
I think stihl rates the 250 for a 16" - 18" bar?
They do... or at least their marketing team does...
I have used 16" & 18" bars on an MS250 with no issues if the saw is running well. Like you said, if one is cutting big stuff a bigger saw would be better. One thing, if one is tall and cutting wood on the ground, it will save your back from bending over a little less.
My mastermind 261 runs well, Love it with a 16. I couldn’t imagine running an 18 on a 250.
Have you damaged a chain or bar on a 250 due to lack of oil or are you speculating?
In what condition?
Yes, we always saw accelerated wear on bars and drive teeth on our 250s compared to 260s.,
The $200 ones have all the parts except possibly the bar and chain and are in uncertain condition. There is one for $250 that looks similar to the OP's saw. Less than $200 are labeled for parts or don't have all the parts. For $130 you can get one missing the bar and chain, the fuel and oil caps, both side covers, the carburetor, the rear handle, and the spark plug. It does have the top handle and the safety bar. That listing doesn't say if it runs.
