STIHL Bar & Chain Kits

Browse our selection of STIHL bar and chain kits, with each kit combining a compatible guide bar and chainsaw chain. Replacing both of these components together is a super convenient way to sort out a worn cutting setup and ensure the bar and chain are correctly matched.

With regular use, chainsaw bars and chains are sure to wear. Chains can become dull or stretched, while guide bars can develop wear around the rails and nose. Continuing to use these worn components will affect cutting performance and accuracy.

Choose the appropriate STIHL bar and chain kit for your chainsaw from the products below, or use our Bar & Chain Finder to help identify a compatible combination.

What's Included in a STIHL Bar & Chain Kit?

A bar and chain kit contains the two key components that make up your chainsaw's cutting attachment:

• Guide bar - The bar supports and guides the saw chain as it rotates around the cutting area

• Chainsaw chain - The chain contains the cutting teeth that do the actual cutting

• Matched components - Kits are supplied with a bar and chain designed to work together, making it easier to select compatible components

For example, our Genuine STIHL 12" Bar, 1/4" P Low Profile Chain & Sprocket Kit is designed for the STIHL MSA 120 C (pre-2017) and provides a complete replacement cutting setup. Just be sure to always check the specified machine compatibility before ordering.

When Should You Replace Your Chainsaw Bar & Chain?

The lifespan of a chainsaw bar and chain depends on factors such as frequency of use, cutting conditions, maintenance and lubrication. Signs that components may need replacing include:

• A chain that becomes dull quickly or can’t be sharpened effectively

• Uneven or inaccurate cutting

• Excessive wear to the guide bar rails or bar nose

• A chain that no longer fits or tensions correctly

• Reduced cutting performance despite correct sharpening and maintenance

A worn chain may simply need sharpening, while a damaged or excessively worn bar will more likely need replacement. In some cases, replacing the bar and chain together provides a straightforward way to renew the cutting system.

Find the Right STIHL Bar & Chain Kit

Remember - choosing the right bar and chain combination is essential. STIHL chainsaws use different bar lengths, chain pitches, gauge measurements and drive-link configurations, so not every bar and chain will fit every model.

If you're unsure which combination is suitable for your chainsaw, use our Bar & Chain Finder to help find the right fit.