Description
The STIHL 23RS-68E CHAINSAW CHAIN is a professional-grade, full-chisel chainsaw chain for 18-inch bars, featuring a .325 inch pitch and .050 inch gauge. It is a RAPID™ Super (RS) chain, known for fast cutting, with a design that includes a raised back on cutters and tie straps to significantly reduce vibration. This chain is ideal for machines over 2.5 kW and is a good fit for models like the STIHL MS250, MS251, and others, but users should always verify their bar’s pitch and gauge.
Key specifications and features
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- Pitch: .325 inches (the distance between the drive link and the drive link next to it)
- Gauge: .050 inches (the thickness of the drive links)
- Bar Length: Designed for 18-inch bars
- Drive Links: 68
- Chain Type: RAPID™ Super (RS), a high-performance, full-chisel chain
- Vibration Reduction: Features a design that reduces vibration by up to 70%
- Cutter Type: Full-chisel, known for aggressive, fast cutting but requires more frequent sharpening than a semi-chisel (Rapid™ Micro) chain
- Recommended Use: Professional and homeowner use, especially on machines rated at more than 2.5 kW
How to identify your chain
- Look at your bar’s stamp: The most accurate way to confirm compatibility is to check the markings on your chainsaw’s bar.
- Decode the model number:
- 23: Denotes the .325″ pitch and .050″ gauge combination
- RS: Stands for Rapid™ Super, indicating a fast-cutting, full-chisel chain
- 68: Indicates the number of drive links on the chain
