STIHL 3005 005 9905 Bar & Chain Kit | 18" .325 .050 68DL OEM

STIHL 3005 005 9905 OEM Bar & Chain Kit - 18" .325" .050" 68DL

The STIHL 3005 005 9905 Bar & Chain Kit is a genuine STIHL OEM cutting system package designed to help keep your STIHL chainsaw cutting smoothly and efficiently. This kit includes one genuine STIHL 18" guide bar and two matching STIHL saw chains.

This complete STIHL bar and chain combo is factory-matched for chainsaws using an 18" bar, .325" pitch, .050" gauge, and 68 drive link cutting setup. It is a strong choice for firewood cutting, storm cleanup, property maintenance, farm use, and demanding homeowner or professional cutting tasks.

Always verify your chainsaw model, bar mount, pitch, gauge, drive link count, sprocket setup, and owner’s manual before ordering. Chainsaw model alone is not enough to confirm fitment.

What’s Included

• One genuine STIHL guide bar - part number 3005 008 7017
• Two genuine STIHL saw chains - part number 3695 005 0068
• Chain type: 23 RM3 68 / Rapid Micro 3

Product Details

Key Features

• Genuine STIHL OEM bar and chain combo kit
• Kit part number 3005 005 9905
• Includes one 18" STIHL guide bar
• Includes two STIHL 23 RM3 68 saw chains
• .325" pitch, .050" gauge, 68 drive links
• Rapid Micro 3 semi-chisel chain for smooth, dependable cutting
• Low-kickback chain design where approved for the saw and application
• Narrow kerf cutting system
• Cost-effective kit compared to purchasing components individually
• Good choice for firewood, property maintenance, storm cleanup, farm use, and demanding cutting tasks

Compatible STIHL Chainsaw Models

STIHL 3005 005 9905 is designed for STIHL chainsaws equipped for an 18" bar, .325" pitch, .050" gauge, and 68 drive link cutting setup.

Common model references include select STIHL MS 250 and MS 251 chainsaws when configured for this bar and chain setup.

Important: Chainsaw cutting attachment compatibility depends on the saw’s bar mount, sprocket, pitch, gauge, drive link count, guide bar length approval, and chain type. Always verify your current bar and chain markings or owner’s manual before ordering.

Bar & Chain Specifications

Ideal Applications

This STIHL 18" bar and chain kit is built for reliable cutting performance in common homeowner, property maintenance, farm, and professional applications.

• Firewood cutting
• Property and land maintenance
• Storm cleanup
• Farm and ranch work
• Tree and limb cleanup
• Demanding homeowner use
• Professional cutting applications where this setup is approved

Why Choose a Genuine STIHL Bar & Chain Kit?

STIHL cutting components are engineered to work together as a complete cutting system. Choosing a genuine STIHL bar and chain kit helps maintain correct cutting performance, lubrication, chain speed, and component life when properly matched to your saw.

• Factory-matched STIHL guide bar and chains
• Designed for smooth power transfer and proper chain tracking
• Helps reduce premature wear on the bar, sprocket, and cutting system
• OEM fit and performance when used with the correct STIHL chainsaw setup
• Includes two chains for backup and convenience

Fitment Checklist

Before ordering STIHL 3005 005 9905, confirm:

• Your chainsaw is approved for an 18" guide bar
• Your saw uses the correct STIHL 3005 bar mount
• Your drive sprocket is .325" pitch
• Your required chain gauge is .050" / 1.3 mm
• Your required drive link count is 68
• Your current setup matches 23 RM3 68 chain or an approved equivalent
• Your owner’s manual approves this bar and chain configuration

If you are unsure, contact P&P Small Engines with your STIHL model number, current bar part number, chain markings, and drive link count before ordering.

Part Number / Search Terms

STIHL 3005 005 9905 may also be searched as:

• 3005 005 9905
• 30050059905
• STIHL 3005 005 9905
• STIHL 3005-005-9905
• STIHL 3005 008 7017
• STIHL 3695 005 0068
• STIHL 23 RM3 68
• STIHL 18 inch bar and chain kit
• STIHL .325 .050 68DL chain kit
• STIHL MS 250 bar and chain kit
• STIHL MS 251 bar and chain kit
• STIHL 18 inch bar chain combo
• STIHL OEM bar chain kit
• STIHL narrow kerf chain kit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in STIHL 3005 005 9905?

This kit includes one genuine STIHL 18" guide bar, part number 3005 008 7017, and two genuine STIHL 23 RM3 68 saw chains, part number 3695 005 0068.

What size is this bar and chain kit?

This kit is an 18" cutting system with .325" pitch, .050" gauge, and 68 drive links.

What chain type is included?

The included chains are STIHL 23 RM3 68, also known as Rapid Micro 3. This is a semi-chisel, smooth-cutting chain design.

What saws does this kit fit?

Common model references include select STIHL MS 250 and MS 251 chainsaws when equipped for an 18" .325" .050" 68DL cutting setup.

Can I order this kit by chainsaw model alone?

No. Always verify bar mount, pitch, gauge, drive link count, sprocket setup, and owner’s manual before ordering. The same chainsaw model can sometimes be configured with different bar and chain setups.

Is this a genuine STIHL kit?

Yes. This listing is for a genuine STIHL OEM bar and chain kit.

P&P Small Engines stocks STIHL guide bars, saw chain, bar and chain kits, sprockets, files, sharpening tools, chainsaw parts, filters, spark plugs, trimmer heads, belts, blades, and OEM replacement parts to help keep your equipment ready to work.