Description
Overview:
This is a genuine Stihl 18 in (45.7 cm) RS saw chain loop for petrol and cordless chainsaws. Built from high-strength, hardened steel with robust, heat-treated rivets, it is designed to deliver clean, accurate cutting and dependable service life. The chain has a 0.325 in (8.25 mm) pitch, 1.5 mm (.058 in) gauge, and 72 drive links, matching many mid-size guide bars and sprockets. It is a reliable replacement for worn or damaged chains on machines such as the Makita DCS 430 and Husqvarna 340. Correct specification helps maintain performance, reduce strain on the saw, and support safe operation during felling, limbing, bucking, and general timber work.
Key Features:
- Genuine Stihl part for consistent fit and performance
- 18 in (45.7 cm) bar compatibility; 0.325 in (8.25 mm) pitch; 1.5 mm (.058 in) gauge; 72 drive links
- Hardened steel cutters and durable rivets for long service life
- Precise, smooth cutting when properly sharpened and tensioned
- Designed to withstand regular professional and DIY use
- Easy to fit with standard bar and chain tools
- Direct replacement for OEM No. 3638 000 0072
- Compatible with a wide range of Makita, Husqvarna and other models where these specs are required
Typical Applications:
Suited to cross-cutting firewood, pruning, limbing, bucking logs, and felling small to medium timber on site, in the yard, or in domestic settings. Works on softwoods and hardwoods when the chain is kept sharpened and correctly tensioned.
Also known as:
Chainsaw chain, saw chain loop, 0.325 in chain, 8.25 mm pitch chain, 1.5 mm (.058 in) gauge chain, 72DL chain, 18 in chain loop, replacement chainsaw chain.
Fits Models:
DCS 430, DCS 431, DCS 520 i, DCS 540, DCS 5200 i, 33, 36, 38, 40, 41, 42, 44, 45, 49, 50, 51, 55, 57, 133, 136, 137, 140, 140 S, 141, 142, 154, 234, 238, 240, 242, 242 XP, 243, 246, 254, 254 XP, 257, 261, 340, 346, 346 XP, 350, 351, 357 XP, 357 XPG, 359, 360, 444, 455 Rancher, 1849 AV, 2046 AV, 2049 AV, 4600, 4700, 4900, 5000, 5500, MS 1846 AV, MS 1849 AV, MS 1850, MS 2046 AV, MS 2046 AVCC, MS 2049, MS 2049 AV, MS 2049 AVCC, MS 2050, PM 1845 AV, 46, 2818, 3020, 52, 370, 410, 420, 425, 435, 450, 451, 455, 510, 521, 535, 2054, 2149, 2149 Turbo, CS 62, 109, 110, 111, 115, PS 540, 38568, 43177, 43178, HCS 513, HCS 516, HCS 520, HPS 513, Limblopper, 938, 940 C, 941, 945, 950, 951, 956, 962, 940C, DCS430-38, DCS430-38BT, DCS431, DCS5200i, DCS540, HCS513, HCS516, HCS520, HPS513, MS1850, MS2049, MS2050, PS540
Alternate Part Numbers:
3638 000 0072, 3638-000-0072, 36380000072
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 3638 000 0072 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Stihl |
| OEM No. | 36380000072 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Chainsaws |
| Fits Brands | Stihl |
| Key Features | - 18 in (45.7 cm) bar compatibility, 0.325 in pitch, 1.5 mm gauge - 72 drive links for mid-size guide bars and sprockets - Hardened steel with heat-treated rivets for durability - Compatible with Makita DCS 430, Husqvarna 340 models - Suitable for felling, limbing, bucking, and timber work |
| Fits Models | 340 | 141 | 142 | 240 | 242 | 246 | 254 | 257 | 261 | 346XP | 350 | 351 | 357XP | 359 | 36 | 40 | 41 | 42 | 45 | 49 | 51 | 55 | DCS430-38 | DCS430-38BT |
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