Description
Overview:
This is a Genuine Stihl RS (Rapid Super) 18" (45 cm) chainsaw chain loop designed for fast, precise cutting on compatible mid-size saws such as the Dolmar 115 and Husqvarna 455 Rancher. Built from durable, heat-treated steel with aggressive full-chisel cutters, it delivers high performance in felling and pruning. The specification is .325" pitch (approx. 8.3 mm), .058" (1.5 mm) gauge, and 72 drive links, which suits many 18" guide bars. Stihl's RS profile is known for efficient cutting with reduced vibration and chatter, helping maintain control and finish quality. Supplied under MPN 3638 003 0072, this loop is easy to fit and tension, making it a reliable choice for both professional tradespeople and DIY users who want clean, quick cuts and dependable service life.
Key Features:
- Genuine Stihl part for consistent quality and fit
- RS (Rapid Super) full-chisel cutters for fast, clean cutting
- 18" (45 cm) compatibility with 72 drive links for common 18" bars
- .325" (approx. 8.3 mm) pitch and .058" (1.5 mm) gauge for balanced performance
- Low-vibration, low-chatter cutting for better control and comfort
- Durable, heat-treated steel construction for long service life
- Smooth boring and cross-cutting performance
- Easy to install and tension on compatible bars and sprockets
- Suitable for regular professional use and demanding DIY tasks
Typical Applications:
Efficient in general forestry, arborist work, and grounds maintenance. Ideal for felling small to medium trees, snedding, pruning, and firewood processing. Suits users needing fast cutting with a clean finish on softwood and hardwood, where a low-vibration, accurate chain improves control and reduces fatigue.
Also known as:
Stihl RS Chain Loop, Stihl Rapid Super, Rapid Super Comfort chain, RSC chain, 18" .325" .058" 72DL chain loop, 18 inch chainsaw chain 1.5 mm gauge, .325 pitch 72 drive link chain.
Fits Models:
110, 111, 115, 133, 136, 137, 140, 140 S, 140S, 141, 142, 154, 1849AV, 2046 AV, 2046AV, 2049 AV, 2049AV, 2054, 2149, 2149 Turbo, 234, 238, 240, 242, 242 XP, 242XP, 243, 45, 246, 254, 254 XP, 254XP, 257, 261, 3 5, 3020, 938, 33, 340, 346, 346 XP, 346XP, 35, 350, 351, 357 XP, 357 XPG, 357XP, 357XPG, 359, 36, 360, 370, 38, 38568, 40, 41, 410, 42, 420, 425, 43177, 43178, 435, 44, 444, 45, 450, 451, 455, 455 Rancher, 46, 4600, 4700, 49, 4900, 50, 5000, 51, 510, 52, 521, 535, 55, 5500, 57, 940 C, 940C, 941, 945, 950, 951, 956, 962, CS 62, CS62, DCS 431, DCS 520 i, DCS 540, DCS430, DCS430-38, DCS430-38BT, DCS431, DCS520-38, DCS520-45, DCS5200, DCS540, 109, HCS 513, HCS 516, HCS 520, HCS513, HCS516, HCS520, HPS 513, HPS513, MS 1846 AV, MS 1849 AV, MS 1850, MS 2046 AV, MS 2046 AVCC, MS 2049, MS 2049 AV, MS 2049 AVCC, MS 2050, MS1850, MS2049, MS2050, PM 1845 AV, 40, PS540
Alternate Part Numbers:
3638 003 0072, 36380030072, 3638 000 0072, 36380000072
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 3638 003 0072 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Stihl |
| OEM No. | 36380000072 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Applications | 110, 111, 115, 133, 136, 137, 140, 140 S, 140S, 141, 142, 154, 1849AV, 2046 AV, 2046AV, 2049 AV, 2049AV, 2054, 2149, 2149 Turbo, 234, 238, 240, 242, 242 XP, 242XP, 243, 243. Jonsered: 45, 246, 254, 254 XP, 254XP, 257, 261, 3 5, 3020. Olympyn: 938, 33, 340, 346, 346 XP, 346XP, 35, 350, 351, 357 XP, 357 XPG, 357XP, 357XPG, 359, 36, 360, 370, 38, 38568, 40, 41, 410, 42, 420, 425, 43177, 43178, 435, 44, 444, 45, 450, 451, 455, 455 Rancher, 46, 4600, 4700, 49, 4900, 50, 5000, 51, 510, 52, 521, 535, 55, 5500, 57, 940 C, 940C, 941, 945, 950, 951, 956, 962, CS 62, CS62, DCS 431, DCS 520 i, DCS 540, DCS430, DCS430-38, DCS430-38BT, DCS431, DCS520-38, DCS520-45, DCS5200, DCS540, Dolmar: 109, HCS 513, HCS 516, HCS 520, HCS513, HCS516, HCS520, HPS 513, HPS513, MS 1846 AV, MS 1849 AV, MS 1850, MS 2046 AV, MS 2046 AVCC, MS 2049, MS 2049 AV, MS 2049 AVCC, MS 2050, MS1850, MS2049, MS2050, PM 1845 AV; Pro Mac: 40, PS540 |
| Machine Type | Chainsaws |
| Fits Brands | Dolmar, Husqvarna, Jonsered, Makita, McCulloch |
| Fits Models | 340 | 136 | 141 | 142 | 240 | 242 | 246 | 254 | 257 | 261 | 346XP | 350 | 351 | 357XP | 359 | 36 | 40 | 41 | 42 | 45 | 51 | 55 | DCS430-38 | DCS430-38BT | DCS520-38 | DCS520-45 |
