Sorry for the question, but I couldn't find an answer with my remedial searching capabilities.
I have a MS 461, and new 500i. Are the bars completely interchangeable between them? Both have the stock 3/8" chain setup/sprocket/whatever-you-call-it.
Reason I ask, is when I looked at a larger bar to have in my arsenal, the 461 was not listed on the package, even though it was for OTHER saws that take the 3/8" chain. Not sure why it was not listed. This was/is a Stihl bar.
I'd sure not to have to buy 2 different expensive bars if I want to use an occasional bigger bar on either saw. Thanks. Thinking about adding a larger bar to my arsenal for those occasional BIG logs.
Merry Christmas!