Meet the STIHL MSA 190 T, the battery-powered top-handle chainsaw that’s built to work as hard as you do. Whether you're pruning, climbing, or tackling tree care in parks or plantations, this saw delivers the same cutting power as the STIHL 1.5 kW MS 194 T gas model, minus the noise, fumes, and fuel usage. It’s lightweight at just 9.9 pounds with the AP 200 S battery, so you can move easily through the canopy with newfound balance, confidence, and cutting opportunities. The variable speed trigger gives you total control over every cut, helping you save battery and stay precise. Plus, it’s ready for the STIHL Comfort Hook, keeping your saw horizontal and balanced while you climb. Here’s the kicker: It costs less than the gas version, making it a smart upgrade for pros who want more saw for less hassle. Lightweight, quieter than gas units, and built for the tree, the MSA 190 T is your go-to tool for getting the job done right.

•  Gas-Level Performance - The MSA 190 T is engineered to deliver the same 1.5 kW of high-performance cutting power as STIHL’s trusted MS 194 T gas chainsaw. This means professionals can expect the same results they’re used to—only now with a battery-powered tool that eliminates the need for fuel, reduces noise pollution, and requires less maintenance. It’s a lighter, quieter, and more efficient way to work.
•  Lightweight in the Tree - Weighing less than 10 pounds, this saw is built for arborists who spend hours climbing and cutting. It’s lightweight and well balanced, so it’s easy to handle in tight spots and during long jobs.
•  Variable-Speed Trigger - The variable-speed trigger allows users to adjust the saw’s power output in real time, giving them the flexibility to handle both delicate pruning and more aggressive cuts. This not only enhances cutting accuracy but also conserves battery power, promoting longer run times and fewer interruptions on the job.
•  Comfort Hook Compatibility - This saw is built to work with the STIHL Comfort Hook, so you can carry it securely and comfortably while moving through the tree. It stays horizontal and out of the way until you need it—making your climb smooth.
•  Ematic™ Lubrication System - The Ematic™ guide bar, when used with STIHL OILOMATIC® saw chain, will provide proper lubrication and less oil consumption than conventional methods. The system works because two ramps, strategically placed in the guide bar rail, help contain the flow of oil and direct all lubrication to the sliding faces of the bar and chain links as well as the rivets and driver holes, which in turn can reduce bar oil consumption up to 50%.
•  Toolless and Translucent Bar and Chain Oil Tank - The translucent bar and chain oil tank makes it easy for users to check oil levels at a glance.
•  Side-Access Chain Tensioner - The side-access chain tensioner makes it much more convenient for the user to adjust the saw chain with a bar wrench as opposed to the typical location of the guide bar adjustment screw.
•  Throttle Trigger Interlock - This safety feature must be depressed before the trigger can be activated.
•  STIHL Quickstop® - STIHL chainsaws are equipped with a chain stopping system designed to reduce the risk of injury in certain kickback situations. It is called a STIHL Quickstop® chain brake. The STIHL Quickstop® chain brake is designed to stop the rotation of the chain if activated by the operator’s hand or by inertia if the saw kicks back with sufficient force. In some working positions, the STIHL Quickstop® chain brake can be activated by inertia, stopping the chain within fractions of a second.
•  STIHL Electric Motor - Maintenance-free brushless DC motor features low noise levels and reduced vibration.