Description
STIHL OEM 3699 005 0055 PICCO Super™ 3 (61PS3 55) Chainsaw Chain
Experience maximum cutting performance with the genuine STIHL OEM 3699 005 0055 PICCO™ Super™ 3 (61PS3 55) chainsaw chain. Designed for 16" guide bars, this high-performance, low-profile chain delivers exceptionally fast, smooth cutting with reduced feed force and extended cutting life. The razor-edged, square-cornered full-chisel cutters minimize chain friction for clean, efficient cuts, making this chain an excellent choice for experienced users cutting hardwood, frozen wood, and other demanding materials.
Chain fitment depends on your guide bar specifications—not just your chainsaw model.
Always verify your current chain specifications:
- 3/8" Low Profile (PICCO) Pitch
- .043" Gauge
- 55 Drive Links
- 61PS3 55 chain designation
Model fitment alone does not guarantee compatibility.
If you're unsure, contact us with your STIHL model number, guide bar information, and current chain number, and we'll help verify the correct replacement before you order.
Product Features
- Genuine STIHL OEM chainsaw chain
- OEM Part Number: 3699 005 0055
- Chain Designation: 61PS3 55 (PICCO™ Super™ 3)
- High-performance full-chisel cutters provide exceptionally fast, clean cutting
- Square-cornered cutter design minimizes chain friction for smoother operation
- Improved cutting and boring efficiency with reduced feed force
- Up to 15% longer cutting life compared to STIHL PM3 chains
- Low-profile, low-kickback design for improved operator safety
- OILOMATIC® lubrication system delivers oil where it is needed most for reduced wear and longer chain life
- Designed for experienced users and professional cutting applications
- Sold as one complete chain loop
Specifications
- Bar Length: 16"
- Pitch: 3/8" Low Profile (PICCO)
- Gauge: .043"
- Drive Links: 55
- Cutter Style: Full-Chisel (Low Profile)
- Chain Family: OILOMATIC® PICCO™ Super™ 3 (PS3)
- Low Kickback: Yes
What This Chain Does
The STIHL PICCO™ Super™ 3 (PS3) is a premium low-profile, low-kickback saw chain engineered for exceptional cutting performance on chainsaws producing less than 1.5 kW (2.0 HP). Its razor-edged, square-cornered full-chisel cutters reduce chain friction, allowing smoother cutting, improved boring performance, and less feed force than previous chain designs. Compared to the STIHL PM3 chain, the PS3 delivers up to 15% longer cutting life, making it an excellent choice for professionals and experienced users who demand maximum cutting efficiency in hardwood, frozen wood, and other demanding applications.
Fits Select STIHL Models
Known listed model references:
017, 018, 019, 020, MS162, MS171, MS172, MS180, MS181, MS182, MS191, MS192, MS193, MS194, MS200, MS201, HT100, HT101, HT130, HT132, HT135, HTA135, HTA140, HTA150, HTA160
Fits STIHL Guide Bars
This chain is designed for the following genuine STIHL guide bars:
- 3005 008 3913 – 16" Rollomatic® E Mini, 3/8" P, .043" Gauge
Common Applications
- Hardwood cutting
- Frozen wood cutting
- Tree felling
- Limbing
- Precision boring cuts
- Professional tree care
- Farm and ranch maintenance
- Commercial forestry applications
Frequently Purchased Together
- 16" STIHL Rollomatic® E or Rollomatic® E Light guide bar
- STIHL 2-in-1 Easy File for 3/8" PICCO chain
- STIHL round file and file guide
- STIHL depth gauge tool
- STIHL Woodcutter or Platinum bar and chain oil
- Replacement drive sprocket (inspect during chain replacement)
- Bar groove cleaner
- Chain sharpening kit
- Scrench combination wrench
Installation Tips
- Disconnect the spark plug or battery before servicing the chainsaw.
- Clean the guide bar groove and oil holes before installing the new chain.
- Inspect the drive sprocket for wear and replace it if excessive wear is present.
- Install the chain with the cutter edges facing forward across the top of the guide bar.
- Adjust chain tension so the drive links remain fully seated while allowing the chain to move freely by hand.
- Run the saw briefly after installation and recheck chain tension during the initial break-in period.
- Always use quality bar and chain oil to maximize chain and guide bar life.
- For maximum operator safety, STIHL recommends pairing this low-kickback chain with a green-labeled reduced-kickback guide bar.
Why Choose Genuine STIHL Chains?
Genuine STIHL chains are precision engineered to work seamlessly with STIHL guide bars and drive systems, providing outstanding cutting performance, longer service life, reduced vibration, and dependable reliability. Choosing OEM STIHL replacement chains helps ensure proper fit, consistent lubrication, and maximum cutting efficiency from your chainsaw.