STIHL 33RS 72 Rapid Super 20" Chainsaw Chain – 3623-005-0072

Genuine STIHL 33RS 72 chain, OEM part 3623-005-0072, for compatible STIHL chainsaws using a 20-inch guide bar, 3/8" pitch, .050" gauge, and 72 drive links.

The STIHL 33RS 72 Rapid Super is a professional full-chisel saw chain designed for fast cutting performance in clean wood. This is a genuine STIHL OEM chain — not an aftermarket replacement.

If your guide bar requires 3/8" pitch, .050" gauge, and 72 drive links, compare those specifications with your current chain before ordering.

STIHL 33RS 72 Specifications

STIHL 33RS 72 Rapid Super Chain

The 33RS 72 is part of STIHL's Rapid Super saw-chain family.

Rapid Super uses a full-chisel cutter profile designed for fast, aggressive cutting in clean wood. It is well suited to experienced users and professional applications where cutting speed and productivity are priorities.

The 72 in 33RS 72 identifies this loop's 72 drive links.

Verify Fitment Before Ordering

This chain requires all four of the following specifications:

• 20" guide bar

• 3/8" pitch

• .050" gauge

• 72 drive links

Do not select a replacement chain by bar length or chainsaw model alone.

STIHL chainsaws can be equipped with different bar and chain configurations. Check the markings on your guide bar or existing chain before ordering.

If your specifications do not match all four values above, you need a different chain.

Compatible STIHL Chainsaws

STIHL 3623-005-0072 can be used with compatible configurations of models including:

• STIHL MS 311

• STIHL MS 362

• STIHL MS 362 R

• STIHL MS 362 C-M

• STIHL MS 362 R C-M

• STIHL MS 391

• STIHL MS 400 C-M

• STIHL MS 462

• STIHL MS 462 C-M

• STIHL MS 462 R C-M

• STIHL MS 500i

• STIHL MS 500i R

• STIHL MS 661 MAGNUM

• STIHL MS 661 C-M

• STIHL MS 661 R

• STIHL MS 661 R C-M

• STIHL MSE 250 C

Model number alone does not guarantee fitment. The saw must use a compatible 20", 3/8", .050", 72-drive-link bar and chain setup.

Compatible STIHL Guide Bars

Compatible configurations include STIHL guide bars such as:

• STIHL 3003-008-8921

• STIHL 3003-000-8822

• STIHL 3003-000-2221

Always confirm that the selected guide bar requires 3/8" pitch, .050" gauge, and 72 drive links.

Why Choose STIHL Rapid Super?

STIHL Rapid Super is designed for experienced chainsaw users who want fast cutting performance.

Key characteristics include:

• Full-chisel cutter design

• Fast cutting in clean wood

• Genuine STIHL cutter geometry

• Professional cutting performance

• OEM specifications

• Exact 3/8" pitch and .050" gauge configuration

• 72-drive-link loop

Full-chisel chain performs best in clean cutting conditions.

STIHL 33RS vs. 33RS3

STIHL 33RS and 33RS3 are different chain types.

This listing is for 33RS 72 Rapid Super.

Do not substitute RS3 or another chain family unless its specifications and application are correct for your saw and guide bar.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is STIHL 33RS 72?

STIHL 33RS 72 is a Rapid Super full-chisel chainsaw chain with 3/8" pitch, .050" gauge, and 72 drive links.

What is STIHL part number 3623-005-0072?

3623-005-0072 is the OEM part number for this STIHL 33RS 72 saw-chain loop.

Is 36230050072 the same part number?

Yes. 36230050072 is the same STIHL part number written without spaces or hyphens.

Is STIHL 33RS 72 a 20-inch chain?

This chain is used with compatible 20-inch guide-bar configurations requiring 3/8" pitch, .050" gauge, and 72 drive links.

How many drive links does STIHL 33RS 72 have?

It has 72 drive links.

What pitch is STIHL 33RS 72?

The pitch is 3/8 inch.

What gauge is STIHL 33RS 72?

The gauge is .050 inch / 1.3 mm.

Is STIHL 33RS full chisel?

Yes. STIHL Rapid Super RS uses a full-chisel cutter profile.

Will STIHL 33RS 72 fit an MS 500i?

It can fit compatible MS 500i configurations using a 20", 3/8", .050", 72-drive-link setup. Verify the actual guide-bar markings before ordering.

Will it fit an MS 462 or MS 362?

It can fit compatible MS 462 and MS 362 configurations requiring these exact chain specifications. Always confirm your actual guide bar.

Is this genuine STIHL OEM?

Yes. This listing is for genuine STIHL OEM 3623-005-0072 / 33RS 72 chain.

Order STIHL 33RS 72 – 3623-005-0072

Choose genuine STIHL 33RS 72 Rapid Super chain when your saw requires a 20-inch, 3/8" pitch, .050" gauge, 72-drive-link full-chisel chain.

Verify your guide-bar specifications before ordering.