Description
3003 008 8917 Guide Bar STIHL Light 04 Genuine OEM Replacement Bar (18)
The STIHL 3003 008 8917 Light 04 Guide Bar is a genuine OEM replacement chainsaw bar engineered for impressive cutting performance with lightweight handling. Featuring STIHLs Light 04 slim profile design and a Rollomatic E sprocket nose with 10 teeth, this 18 guide bar ensures smoother chain travel, reduced friction, and efficient cutting. Designed for 3/8 pitch chains with a .050 (1.3 mm) gauge, its ideal for a wide range of MID-SIZE STIHL chainsaws popular in the U.S. market.
Product Details
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Part Number: 3003 008 8917
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Brand: STIHL
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Part Type: Chainsaw Guide Bar
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Series: Light 04
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Bar Length: 18 (45 cm)
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Pitch: 3/8
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Gauge: .050 (1.3 mm)
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Profile: Slim Profile
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Nose Type: Rollomatic E
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Sprocket Nose: 10-Teeth
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OEM Status: Genuine STIHL OEM Replacement Part
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Condition: New
Function
This STIHL Light 04 guide bar is engineered to:
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Provide smooth and consistent cutting performance
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Improve handling with lightweight construction
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Enhance chain efficiency via sprocket nose design
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Offer long service life for regular and demanding cutting tasks
Compatibility
This guide bar fits STIHL chainsaws requiring:
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3003 bar mount pattern
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18 bar length
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3/8 pitch chain
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.050 gauge chain
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Rollomatic E sprocket nose
Common compatible STIHL models include:
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MS 180
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MS 181
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MS 192 T
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MS 200 T
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MS 210
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MS 230
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MS 250
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Other STIHL saws that take a 3/8 .050 18 bar
Always verify your chainsaws bar mount pattern and chain specifications before purchase to ensure perfect fitment.
Compatible Chain Options
This guide bar requires 3/8 pitch, .050 gauge chains, commonly used with 6872 drive links on 18 STIHL bars.
Recommended STIHL Chain Part Numbers
Full Chisel (Rapid Super RS):
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STIHL 21RS-68 Full-chisel chain for 18 bars
Semi-Chisel (Rapid Micro RM):
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STIHL 21RM3-68 Semi-chisel low-kickback chain
Other valid options (depending on drive link count):
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21RS-72
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21RM3-72
Always confirm the correct drive link count (e.g., 68 DL or 72 DL) for your saw before ordering.
Installation / Usage
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Remove the existing guide bar and chain
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Install the new 3003 008 8917 guide bar onto the STIHL mount
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Fit a compatible 3/8 .050 chain with correct DL count
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Adjust tension and lubricate before operation
Maintenance Tips
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Clean the bar groove regularly to reduce wear
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Lubricate with quality bar & chain oil
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Check chain tension often during use
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Rotate the bar periodically to extend service life








