This chain does not fit on pro version or farm boss. The 026 was made in the early to mid 1990's and the 026 PRO came in a few years later when the decompression valve became popular. (A decompression valve ( valve) on a STIHL chainsaw is designed to make starting the engine easier by reducing the compression pressure in the cylinder. This is particularly useful for larger engines where the compression pressure can be high, requiring more effort to pull the starter cord. The STIHL decompression valve releases gas to reduce peak compression pressure, making the starting process less strenuous. The PRO version also has a slightly bigger engine but the case is virtually identical. Most of the time a PRO will cost you about $50 more. I have a pair and one backs up the other. Both run like bandits and are my favorite firewood saws. I paid less for both of them added together than one new MS261. The 18" Chainsaw Guide Bar 0.325" Pitch, 0.063" Gauge, 74 Drive Link, 'Farm Boss' Compatible with STIHL 024, 026 the earlier version of the 026 used Stihl Chainsaw Chain- 26RS68- 18 Inch, 68 Drive Links, .325 Pitch, .063 Gauge. Although it says 18 inch the earlier version bar is shorter the chain is also. Read more
We got the wrong size. We needed a chain for a 20inch bar Great quality overall would purchase the right size next time Read more
I put my chainsaw to work and this product holds up. Wear some leather work gloves when dealing with the chain. Chain is super sharp. There's no point trying to resharpen chains in my opinion. Don't throw them out because you can use the materials for other projects-- see YouTube. PROTIP: Flip the bar each time you change the chain to get equal wear. Therefore, the first time you flip it the Stihl logo should read upside down on the bar. WON'T CUT? Then you probably have the chain on in the wrong direction. See the image and note that the bar is upside down (Still logo is upside down for even wear). As you can see the metal on the teeth should be pointed toward the bar tip. You can verify this by noting the pointing parts will be pointed toward the tip to catch the wood. SELECTING: When selecting a chain you can buy any brand you want. Just make it matches the Pitch, Gauge, and drive links of you saw. All 3 attributes must match. SHARPEN? If you stop using a chain just before it's dull you could possibly sharpen. But for safety sake I don't bother. Just in case something was weakened. And it's near impossible to sharpen a fully dulled chain since the metal gets rounded much like Lake Erie glass (broken bottles now smooth looking rocks). REMOVE STUMPS: If your chain is old and almost dull and you need to remove a stump. A lot of "ifs" I know. You can plunge it into the dirt (that immediately increases dulling) around a stump to get the feed roots cut for an easier lift removal. It's surprising how well this works. But the chain will be toast and you'll need to clean out the saw. REMOVE LINKS: Some use a chain breaker to remove links. Personally the risk of a whipping chain isn't worth it to save a few bucks. END OF SEASON: Run the engine dry until it's empty to prevent clogging in carburetor and extend the life of your saw. HAUNTED HOUSE: Take off the chain and you can use your chainsaw as a haunted house safe scary weapon. SAFETY: Check Youtube and your manual. Most accidents are head and between the legs. Don't use with the saw between your legs. Always on the side of you. Don't use over your head. Don't hit the dirt or near rocks. The problem is if it kicks up it hits your head or groin. Kicking up or down happens, so be aware of it. OTHER STUFF TO GET The Still helmet with kevlar mask and ear protection is something I use and I think is a necessity. Falling wood and shooting wood bits in your eyes are risks. With the kevlar shield I don't need to wear safety glasses. Chainsaw bibs are also useful protecting legs. And a Stihl case is the best way to store your saw. Just make sure you get the right size. Hope this was helpful! Read more
It is a factory brand, chainsaw chain, what more is there to say? It fit my chainsaw perfectly and cuts like butter. Read more
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The best. Period. Read more
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Looked at a lot of chain options for my Stihl 025, that still is a work horse. I decided that I was going to stick with the German engineered chain. Cut up some heavy oak branches at broke off in a storm. Took no time at all and still cuts like butter! I have had other brands before but they don't ever seem to stay as sharp as long as the Stihls. I am guessing it must be in the quality of steel used. Very happy with my decision to purchase this one. Read more
