Overview
Get your saw cutting clean again with this 16” guide bar and chain set. Both pieces are manufactured to original-equipment specifications, which means you get accurate chain tracking and dependable performance without paying OEM prices. Great for homeowners who rotate spare bars between sharpening sessions.
Key specifications
- Bar length: 16”
- Chain pitch: 3/8”
- Drive links: 55DL
- Includes: guide bar and chain (matched set)
- Material: hardened alloy bar with chrome-plated chain
Compatibility
This combo is built to work with stihl MSA 220 C-B and equivalent models that share the same bar-mount geometry. Confirm your saw’s model and year against the compatibility chart to ensure a proper fit, particularly if your saw has been updated with a different oiler setup.
Installation notes
Remove the clutch cover and take off the spent bar and chain. Wipe down the bar pad and blow out the oiler port. Position the new bar, thread the chain onto the sprocket and around the bar groove making sure the cutters face forward on top. Use the tension screw to take up slack until the tie straps just lift off the bar rail, then secure the cover firmly.
Common questions
Q: Will this 16-inch bar and chain combo fit my Stihl MSA 220 C-B, or do I need to match anything besides the 16” length and 3/8 pitch?
Yes, this combo is listed as compatible with the Stihl MSA 220 C-B, so the mount pattern and basic drive setup should match that saw. You should still confirm your current setup is a 16-inch bar with 3/8 pitch before installation, since bar length and chain pitch need to match your saw’s sprocket and bar spec.
Q: Does the chain come ready to install on my MSA 220 C-B, and what should I check after putting it on?
It should install as a complete bar and chain replacement set for the MSA 220 C-B, so you won’t need to piece together separate components. After installation, make sure the chain is facing the correct cutting direction, set the tension so the chain snaps back into the bar groove, and recheck tension after the first few cuts because new chains can stretch slightly.
Q: Since this is a 3/8 pitch chain on a 16-inch bar, what kind of maintenance will keep it cutting well on the MSA 220 C-B?
Keep the chain properly sharpened and maintain even cutter length so the saw cuts straight and doesn’t work harder than necessary. Also clean the bar groove and oil holes regularly, and flip the bar periodically to promote even wear across the rails.
