Description
STIHL OEM 3670 005 0065 71 PM3 65 Chainsaw Chain – 12", 1/4" P Pitch, .043" Gauge, 65 Drive Links – Semi-Chisel
Keep your STIHL chainsaw or pole pruner cutting smoothly with the STIHL 71 PM3 65 PICCO™ Micro™ 3 Chainsaw Chain. Genuine STIHL OEM part number 3670 005 0065 is a 12" low-profile, narrow-kerf chain featuring 1/4" P pitch, .043" (1.1 mm) gauge, and 65 drive links. Its semi-chisel cutter design provides smooth, efficient cutting while STIHL's PM3 design helps reduce vibration and kickback for improved control and operator comfort.
Chain fitment depends on the specifications of your guide bar and cutting system—not just the chainsaw or pole pruner model.
Always verify your current chain specifications:
- 12" Bar Length
- 1/4" P Pitch
- .043" (1.1 mm) Gauge
- 65 Drive Links
- STIHL 71 PM3 (PICCO Micro 3)
- Semi-Chisel Cutter
Bar length alone does not guarantee compatibility. STIHL equipment may be available with different bar and chain combinations. Always verify the pitch, gauge, drive-link count, and guide bar specifications before ordering.
Important: This is a 1/4" P chain. Do not substitute standard 1/4", 3/8" P, .325", or other pitch chains. The chain pitch must match the guide bar nose and drive sprocket, and the .043" gauge must match the guide bar groove.
If you're unsure, contact us with your STIHL model number, serial number, guide bar information, and current chain number, and we'll help verify the correct chain before you order.
Product Features
- Genuine STIHL OEM replacement saw chain
- STIHL Part Number: 3670 005 0065
- STIHL 71 PM3 – PICCO™ Micro™ 3 chain
- 12" chain with 65 drive links
- 1/4" P pitch
- .043" (1.1 mm) gauge
- Semi-chisel cutter design
- Low-profile, narrow-kerf chain for efficient cutting
- Low-kickback design for improved control
- Low-vibration characteristics help reduce operator fatigue
- Provides clean, smooth cutting performance
- Semi-chisel cutters maintain their edge well during normal use
- Easier to maintain and sharpen than aggressive full-chisel chain
- Well suited for pruning, trimming, cleanup, and property maintenance
- Suitable for compatible STIHL chainsaws and pole pruners
- Sold as one complete chain loop
Specifications
- Brand: STIHL
- OEM Part Number: 3670 005 0065
- Chain Type: 71 PM3
- Chain Family: PICCO™ Micro™ 3
- Product Type: Chainsaw / Pole Pruner Chain
- Package Quantity: 1 Chain
- Bar Length: 12"
- Pitch: 1/4" P
- Gauge: .043" (1.1 mm)
- Drive Links: 65
- Cutter Style: Semi-Chisel
- Profile: Low Profile / Narrow Kerf
- Kickback Classification: Low-Kickback
- Recommended Applications: Pruning, Trimming, Cleanup & General Property Maintenance
What This Chain Does
The STIHL 71 PM3 PICCO Micro 3 chain is designed to provide smooth, controlled cutting from smaller STIHL chainsaws and pole pruners. Its narrow-kerf, low-profile design removes less material during the cut, while the semi-chisel cutters provide a useful balance of cutting performance, durability, and ease of sharpening.
The PM3 design also incorporates low-vibration and low-kickback characteristics for improved operator comfort and control. It is particularly well suited for pruning small branches, general cleanup, property maintenance, and other precision cutting applications. The semi-chisel cutter profile is also more forgiving than full-chisel chain during everyday use and generally maintains its cutting edge well in normal conditions.
Fits These STIHL Models
Verify the guide bar and existing chain specifications before ordering.
Required Chain Specifications: 12" Bar, 1/4" P Pitch, .043" Gauge, 65 Drive Links
Important: The models listed above can be equipped with different guide bar and chain configurations. This specific chain fits applications using a 12" bar requiring 1/4" P pitch, .043" gauge, and exactly 65 drive links. Always verify the specifications stamped on your guide bar or compare them with your existing chain before ordering.
Common Applications
- Tree and shrub pruning
- Small branch removal
- General property cleanup
- Farm and property maintenance
- Orchard and landscape maintenance
- Pole-pruner applications
- Storm cleanup
- Light woodcutting
- Precision cutting
- Professional plunge-cutting applications where appropriate
Frequently Purchased Together
- STIHL 12" guide bar for 1/4" P, .043" chain – verify 65-drive-link requirement
- STIHL sharpening file and file holder for 71 PM3 chain
- STIHL depth gauge tool
- STIHL bar and chain oil
- Replacement drive sprocket compatible with 1/4" P chain
- Guide bar groove cleaner
- STIHL chain sharpening kit
- Replacement guide bar
Installation Tips
- Shut off the machine and disconnect the spark plug or remove the battery before servicing the cutting attachment.
- Verify that your guide bar requires a 12" chain with 1/4" P pitch, .043" gauge, and exactly 65 drive links.
- Do not confuse 1/4" P with other chain pitches. The guide bar, chain, and drive sprocket must all use the same pitch.
- Confirm the guide bar groove is designed for .043" (1.1 mm) gauge drive links.
- Clean the guide bar groove and oil passages before installing the new chain.
- Inspect the guide bar and drive sprocket for excessive wear before installing a new chain.
- Install the chain with the cutting edges facing forward across the top of the guide bar.
- Make sure all 65 drive links are properly seated in the guide bar groove and sprocket.
- Adjust chain tension according to the STIHL operator's manual. The chain should move freely while remaining properly seated in the bar groove.
- Recheck chain tension after the first few cuts and periodically during operation.
- Confirm that the chain lubrication system is working properly before cutting.
- Maintain the proper filing angle and depth gauge settings when sharpening the PM3 semi-chisel cutters.
Why Choose STIHL PICCO Micro 3 Chains?
STIHL PICCO™ Micro™ 3 chains provide an excellent combination of smooth cutting, low vibration, reduced kickback, and easy maintenance for smaller chainsaws and pole pruners. The semi-chisel cutter profile offers dependable edge retention and controlled cutting characteristics for pruning and everyday property maintenance. STIHL OEM 3670 005 0065 is the 71 PM3 65 configuration for cutting systems requiring a 12" bar, 1/4" P pitch, .043" gauge, and 65 drive links.