Owners of a 57-link 16-inch bar
If your bar is stamped 3/8 inch, 1.3 mm and 57 drive links, the top-scoring tallox three-pack has the deepest UK review sample here. It is not suitable for a 55-link bar.
Tallox Chainsaw Chains Compared
The best tallox chainsaw chains, compared.
Top pick: tallox 52-link 1.1 mm 3-pack Best value: tallox 40-link 25 cm 3-pack – It is the lowest-priced three-pack in the captured set, with 4.6 stars from 441 reviews. Updated 15 October 2026.
Charlie White (Charlie DIYte)Expert source
A tallox chainsaw chain must match the pitch, gauge and drive-link count stamped on your bar; the saw brand and nominal bar length are not enough. The strongest overall data belongs to the 57-link, 1.3 mm three-pack, while the 40-link, 25 cm pack has the lowest captured price. Several listings require extra care: one pitch field says 0.19 inches, two 52-link packs use different gauges, and a.325-inch title names an family published as 3/8 inch. If you need a manufacturer-specific alternative, see our [Stihl chainsaw chain comparison](/hub/forestry-tools/stihl-chainsaw-chain). Whatever the listing claims, count the drive links and read the bar stamp carefully before ordering. A tallox chainsaw chain is a compatible replacement loop sold on amazon.co.uk, normally as a three-pack. One listing instead combines a 10-inch guide bar with three chains.
A tallox chainsaw chain must match the pitch, gauge and drive-link count stamped on your bar; the saw brand and nominal bar length are not enough.
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Personal buying guide
Which tallox chainsaw chain fits my bar?
Question 1 of 2
What pitch is stamped on the bar?
The best tallox chainsaw chains in detail
Our view
Three tallox semi-chisel chains at 1.1 mm (.043 inch) and 52 drive links are listed for a stated 14 inch (35 cm) bar at £31.91. The pitch field says 0.38 inches, in line with the 3/8 inch title, but the model line says 3/8 inch LP, so both descriptions are printed. Across 3,507 amazon.co.uk reviews the rating is 4.6, and five of 50 review blocks are marked United Kingdom. One fitted a Bosch Standard 35 and was still sharp after a day of branches, one ran nearly three hours on a fallen silver birch with a Makita without noticing blunting, and one used a Makita electric while roofing to cut 8x2 spar ends. Those five UK reviews do not describe dulling, stretch or a wrong gauge. A Belgian review, which is not UK opinion, says the chain turns on a Bosch 35 but chatters and grabs. You still have to settle standard 3/8 inch against 3/8 inch LP, and £31.91 is a high price for three chains with no bar, at a stated 580 g.
Pros
- 1.1 mm (.043 inch) gauge is in the title and the gauge field
- 4.6 from 3,507 reviews
- UK reviews describe a day of branches, nearly three hours on a silver birch, and roofing spars
- 52 drive links and a stated 14 inch (35 cm) bar
Cons
- Title says 3/8 inch and the model line says 3/8 inch LP
- £31.91 for three chains and no bar
- Only five of 50 review blocks are from the UK
- A Belgian review reports chatter and grabbing on a Bosch 35
Best for: A Bosch Standard 35 or Makita bar stamped 52 links, 14 inch and 1.1 mm
Less suitable: A 1.3 mm bar, or buyers who cannot resolve 3/8 inch against 3/8 inch LP
Specifications
- Model
- tallox 52-link 1.1 mm 3-pack
- Brand
- tallox
- Price
- ∼£32
- Customer rating
- 4.6/5(3,507)
- Pitch (title)
- 3/8 in; model 3/8 LP
- Pitch (listing)
- 0.38 in
- Gauge
- 1.1 mm / .043 in
- Drive links
- 52
- Stated bar
- 35 cm / 14 in
- Cutter
- Semi-chisel
- In the box
- 3 chains
- Weight
- 580 g
Common questions
Is this the 1.3 mm 52-link chain?
No. Its listed gauge is 1.1 mm or .043 inch. The other 52-link 14-inch pack in this comparison says 1.3 mm.
Does the listing say low profile?
The model number says 3/8 inch LP, while the title says 3/8 inch and the pitch field says 0.38 inches. Check the bar stamp rather than assuming they are interchangeable.
Our view
Three tallox semi-chisel chains are listed for a stated 25 cm bar with 40 drive links at £16.42, and the title says 3/8 inch and 1.3 mm. That is the lowest price here, and the amazon.co.uk line is 4.6 from 441 reviews. Pitch does not appear in the specification block, the model line is the French phrase “Lot de 3 Chaînes”, and the part number is TA3X8P13H403. Country of origin is China, a bullet says “German raw material”, and the file has no mill certificate. Of the three UK reviews in the sample, one was still on the first chain after garden logs and called it sharp, and another said the price makes a new chain preferable to sharpening. The third UK review describes drive links that sat too loose, with excess friction, then a chain that heated and jammed on the bar. At £16.42 for three chains and no bar, stated at 570 g and listed for the Makita DUC252Z, this is the best value in the set, and that jam is the reason to watch the first cut.
Pros
- Lowest price in the set, £16.42 for three chains
- 4.6 from 441 reviews
- Title states 40 links, 1.3 mm and a 25 cm bar
- One UK review was still on the first chain after garden logs
Cons
- Pitch is only in the title, not in the specification block
- One UK review describes a loose fit, heat and a jam
- “German raw material” and China are both printed
- Compatible-devices line names only the Makita DUC252Z
Best for: A Makita DUC252Z or another bar stamped 25 cm, 40 links, 3/8 inch and 1.3 mm
Less suitable: A bar that is not 40 links, or buyers who require pitch in the specification block
Specifications
- Model
- tallox 40-link 25 cm 3-pack
- Brand
- tallox
- Price
- ∼£16
- Customer rating
- 4.6/5(441)
- Pitch (title)
- 3/8 in
- Gauge
- 1.3 mm
- Drive links
- 40
- Stated bar
- 25 cm
- Cutter
- Semi-chisel
- In the box
- 3 chains
- Weight
- 570 g
Common questions
Does this pack include a bar?
No. The included components say three saw chains. The title’s 25 cm measurement is the stated bar length, not a second item.
Where does the listing say it was made?
Country of origin is China. A bullet also says “German raw material”, but the source material contains no mill certificate.
Our view
This is the only pack here that includes a bar: one 10 inch bar and three full-chisel chains, titled 3/8 LP, .050 inch and 40 drive links, at £29.33. The pitch field says 0.38 inches, the weight field says 1 g, and compatible devices are not stated. The amazon.co.uk line is 4.6 from 4 reviews. The file contains one review, from the United States on 7 September 2020, which is not a UK review. That review says the parts fitted exactly and calls them great value, without describing the wood, the oil or how long the edge lasted. There is no second review in the file against a listing count of 4. A bar plus three chains is what the bullets list, and four ratings with a 1 g weight leave the 4.6 line thinly supported.
Pros
- The only pack here with a bar as well as three chains
- Title states 10 inch, 40 drive links, .050 inch and full chisel
- The one written review says the parts fitted
- Listed at £29.33
Cons
- 4.6 from only 4 reviews, and the file has no UK review
- Weight field says 1 g
- Title says 3/8 LP and the pitch field says 0.38 inches
- Compatible devices are not stated
Best for: A 10 inch saw needing a new bar and three 40-link chains, after fit is verified
Less suitable: Anyone who wants UK review evidence or a credible packed weight
Specifications
- Model
- tallox 10 inch bar and 3 chains
- Brand
- tallox
- Price
- ∼£29
- Customer rating
- 4.6/5(4)
- Pitch (title)
- 3/8 LP
- Pitch (listing)
- 0.38 in
- Gauge
- .050 in
- Drive links
- 40
- Stated bar
- 10 in
- Cutter
- Full chisel
- In the box
- 1 bar and 3 chains
Common questions
Is the bar in the box?
Yes. The listing bullets say one bar and three chains, and the pack counts four items.
What do the reviews say?
The source file contains one written review from the United States saying the parts fitted. There is no UK review in the file, while the star line covers four reviews.
Our view
Three tallox semi-chisel chains at 3/8 inch pitch, 1.3 mm (.050 inch) and 52 drive links are listed for a stated 14 inch (35 cm) bar at £21.50. The pitch field says 0.38 inches, in line with the 3/8 inch title, and the amazon.co.uk line is 4.5 from 5,336 reviews, the largest count here. Only eight review blocks in the file are marked United Kingdom. They mention a dead willow, a dead cherry, chains described as long lasting or sharp enough for occasional use, and a segmented box. The repeated UK complaint is the edge from new: one buyer found two of three chains blunt, including an attempt to cut floorboards, then ordered a second box after a refund and reported the same result. A separate UK review says all three chains were blunt, and no UK review in this sample describes a link-count miss. Model TA3X8P13H52 and part TA3X8P13F523 do not match, country of origin is China while a bullet says “German raw material”, and the listing asks whether the chain needs oil without answering.
Pros
- 4.5 from 5,336 reviews, the largest count in the set
- Pitch field of 0.38 inches agrees with the 3/8 inch title
- 52 links, 1.3 mm, stated 14 inch, three chains at £21.50
- UK reviews mention a dead willow, a dead cherry and occasional garden use
Cons
- Blunt cutters on arrival, including a second box for one UK buyer
- Only eight UK reviews in the file against 5,336 ratings
- Model TA3X8P13H52 and part TA3X8P13F523 do not match
- China and “German raw material” are both printed, and the oil question is unanswered
Best for: A 14 inch bar stamped 52 links, 3/8 inch and 1.3 mm
Less suitable: Anyone who cannot sharpen or return a chain that arrives blunt
Specifications
- Model
- tallox 52-link 14 inch 1.3 mm
- Brand
- tallox
- Price
- ∼£22
- Customer rating
- 4.5/5(5,336)
- Pitch (title)
- 3/8 in
- Pitch (listing)
- 0.38 in
- Gauge
- 1.3 mm / .050 in
- Drive links
- 52
- Stated bar
- 35 cm / 14 in
- Cutter
- Semi-chisel
- In the box
- 3 chains
- Weight
- 650 g
Common questions
Is this the same as the 1.1 mm 52-link pack?
No. This listing says 1.3 mm or .050 inch. B01AAWVEIO also has 52 links and a stated 14-inch bar but says 1.1 mm or .043 inch.
What do the UK reviews say about the edge?
Two UK reports say chains arrived blunt, including a second box for one buyer. Other UK reports describe occasional garden cutting.
Our view
Three tallox semi-chisel chains, with 57 drive links, 3/8 inch pitch and 1.3 mm (.050 inch) gauge, are listed for a stated 16 inch (40 cm) bar at £20.95. The amazon.co.uk line is 4.4 from 3,651 reviews, and the first 50 review blocks in the file are all marked United Kingdom. Reviewers describe cutting fallen pine, branch bags and logs, and fitting an Aldi Gardenline 16-inch, a Flora Best FKS 2200, a Ryobi RCS2340, a Titan electric and an Oregon electric 16-inch after adjustment. One UK review was still cutting after about 100 logs, then the chain was retensioned after the initial stretch. Other UK reviewers say the loop was too long to run, and one Stihl MS 181 owner counted 55 links on that saw and about 2 cm too much chain here. Early dulling comes up more than once, including three chains that did not last an hour, chains that arrived blunt, and one report of chains that twisted on a small cherry. Where your bar is already counted at 57 links, this depth of UK reviews makes it the top pick, and a 55-link bar is the wrong match. Model TA3X8P13H573 and part TA3X8P13L573 differ by one letter, and the compatible-devices line does not name Stihl.
Pros
- Three semi-chisel chains at £20.95 for a stated 16 inch (40 cm) bar
- 57 drive links, with a 0.38 inch pitch field beside the 3/8 inch title
- 4.4 from 3,651 reviews, and 50 UK review blocks in the file
- UK reviewers report pine, branches, logs and several named 16-inch saws
Cons
- Too long for some 16-inch bars, including an MS 181 counted at 55 links
- Early dulling, chains blunt from new, and one report of twisted chains
- Model TA3X8P13H573 and part TA3X8P13L573 differ by one letter
- Stihl is not named on the compatible-devices line
Best for: A 16 inch bar counted at 57 drive links, with 3/8 inch pitch and 1.3 mm gauge
Less suitable: A Stihl MS 181 or any 16 inch bar stamped 55 links
Specifications
- Model
- tallox 57-link 16 inch 3-pack
- Brand
- tallox
- Price
- ∼£21
- Customer rating
- 4.4/5(3,651)
- Pitch (title)
- 3/8 in
- Pitch (listing)
- 0.38 in
- Gauge
- 1.3 mm / .050 in
- Drive links
- 57
- Stated bar
- 40 cm / 16 in
- Cutter
- Semi-chisel
- In the box
- 3 chains
- Weight
- 700 g
Common questions
Will 57 links fit every 16-inch bar?
No. One UK reviewer said their Stihl MS 181 uses 55 links and this chain was about 2 cm too long. Count the links on your existing loop.
Is “low kickback” a test result?
No. It is title and listing wording. The source material contains no identified laboratory test for that claim.
Our view
Three tallox semi-chisel chains are listed with 50 drive links, 1.3 mm (.050 inch) gauge and a stated 14 inch (35 cm) bar at £19.45, under a 3/8 inch title. The pitch field says 0.19 inches, and the chain-length field says 209.13 cm against an item length of 35 cm. The amazon.co.uk line is 4.4 from 2,467 reviews, with 12 of 50 review blocks marked United Kingdom. One UK reviewer put about 500 kg of 30–40 cm logs through a chain, and another was still on the first chain after about a year, having tightened it twice before it started to need sharpening. Several UK reviews are a single line on value and do not describe fit or edge life, while one says the chains were too small for their 14-inch saw. A German review, not UK opinion, mentions kickback, and the file has no repeated UK report of snapped cutters. Model TA3X8P13H503xx adds “xx” to part TA3X8P13H503, the stated weight is 730 g, and the pack is three chains with no bar.
Pros
- 4.4 from 2,467 reviews
- UK use includes about 500 kg of 30–40 cm logs and about a year before a sharpen
- Three chains at £19.45, 50 links, stated 14 inch (35 cm)
- UK reviewers treat sharpening or swapping as part of the pack price
Cons
- Pitch field says 0.19 inches against a 3/8 inch title
- Chain-length field says 209.13 cm against 35 cm
- One UK review says the chains were too small for a 14-inch saw
- Several UK reviews are one line and do not describe the cut
Best for: A 14 inch bar stamped 50 links, 3/8 inch and 1.3 mm
Less suitable: Anyone relying on the listing’s 0.19 inch pitch field
Specifications
- Model
- tallox 50-link 14 inch 3-pack
- Brand
- tallox
- Price
- ∼£19
- Customer rating
- 4.4/5(2,467)
- Pitch (title)
- 3/8 in
- Pitch (listing)
- 0.19 in
- Gauge
- 1.3 mm / .050 in
- Drive links
- 50
- Stated bar
- 35 cm / 14 in
- Cutter
- Semi-chisel
- In the box
- 3 chains
- Weight
- 730 g
Common questions
Do the title and pitch field agree?
No. The title says 3/8 inch, while the specification field says 0.19 inches. Do not use the conflicting field as a fit instruction.
What did UK reviews say about fit?
One UK review says the chains were too small for that buyer’s 14-inch saw. Other UK reviews describe domestic log cutting, which does not establish fit for every 14-inch bar.
Our view
Three tallox full-chisel chains, at 3/8 inch pitch, .063 inch (1.6 mm), 60 drive links and a stated 16 inch (40 cm) bar, cost £32.92. The pitch field says 0.38 inches, and the amazon.co.uk line is 4.3 from 156 reviews. None of the 36 review blocks in the file is marked United Kingdom. Comments from Germany and elsewhere, which are not UK opinion, include firewood and thinning on a semi-professional Stihl, little difference from the original chain on a Stihl 029 Super, and one chain that finished a tree of about 10 m with a 50–60 cm trunk. Those same non-UK reviews also report stretch, a chain that jumps off, a loop that felt too short, a loop too long for an original Stihl 40 cm bar, and dulling sooner than an original Stihl chain. One Spanish review says the chain was returned because an FS 391 was 45 cm. The brand is tallox, model 3003-000-6113 does not match part TA3X8S16H603, and the file shows no Stihl certificate, so the long model list is a compatibility claim.
Pros
- Full-chisel cutters, 60 links, 1.6 mm, stated 16 inch (40 cm)
- Pitch field of 0.38 inches agrees with the 3/8 inch title
- 4.3 from 156 reviews
- The listing names a long run of Stihl models
Cons
- No UK review in 36 blocks
- Non-UK reviews disagree on length, and some report stretch, jump-off or early dulling
- £32.92 is the highest price, and the model number does not match the part number
- The brand is tallox, with no Stihl certificate in the file
Best for: A 16 inch bar counted at 60 links, with 3/8 inch pitch and 1.6 mm gauge
Less suitable: Anyone who wants a UK review before buying, or a genuine Stihl chain
Specifications
- Model
- tallox 60-link full-chisel 3-pack
- Brand
- tallox
- Price
- ∼£33
- Customer rating
- 4.3/5(156)
- Pitch (title)
- 3/8 in
- Pitch (listing)
- 0.38 in
- Gauge
- 1.6 mm / .063 in
- Drive links
- 60
- Stated bar
- 40 cm / 16 in
- Cutter
- Full chisel
- In the box
- 3 chains
- Weight
- 1.1 kg
Common questions
Is this a genuine Stihl chain?
No. The listed brand is tallox. The source material does not show a Stihl certificate, so the named Stihl models are compatibility claims.
Are there UK reviews in the saved listing?
No. None of the 36 review blocks is marked United Kingdom. The captured amazon.co.uk star line is 4.3 from 156 reviews.
Our view
Three tallox semi-chisel chains are titled .325 inch pitch, .063 inch (1.6 mm) gauge, 68 drive links and a stated 18 inch (45 cm) bar, at £25.95. The pitch field says 0.33 inches, there is no separate gauge field, and model and part are both TA325S16H683. The amazon.co.uk line is 4.2 from 151 reviews, and one of 44 review blocks is marked United Kingdom. That buyer ordered the wrong pitch, the chains were too small for their saw, and the return window had closed, so the cut was never tested. A Spanish review, not UK opinion, says the loops matched a 45 cm bar, one chain was still cutting after three days, and a Stihl chain dulled within about three hours while this one had not. The stated weight is 980 g, the title names Stihl, Husqvarna, Dolmar, Makita and other chainsaws, and you do not get a UK report of edge life from this file.
Pros
- Title states .325 inch, 1.6 mm, 68 links and an 18 inch (45 cm) bar
- Model and part number both read TA325S16H683
- Pitch field of 0.33 inches sits next to the .325 title
- A Spanish review, not UK opinion, reports three days of cutting on a 45 cm bar
Cons
- The only UK review ordered the wrong pitch and did not test the cut
- No separate gauge field
- 4.2 from 151 reviews, with one UK review in 44 blocks
Best for: A bar stamped .325 inch, 1.6 mm, 68 links and 18 inch
Less suitable: Anyone who has not confirmed .325 inch on the saw
Specifications
- Model
- tallox .325 68-link 1.6 mm
- Brand
- tallox
- Price
- ∼£26
- Customer rating
- 4.2/5(151)
- Pitch (title)
- .325 in
- Pitch (listing)
- 0.33 in
- Gauge
- 1.6 mm / .063 in
- Drive links
- 68
- Stated bar
- 45 cm / 18 in
- Cutter
- Semi-chisel
- In the box
- 3 chains
- Weight
- 980 g
Common questions
What did the UK review say?
The buyer ordered the wrong pitch, found the chains too small and did not test the cut before the return window closed.
Is the gauge 1.5 mm?
No. The title says .063 inch or 1.6 mm. The other .325 pack in this set says 1.5 mm.
Our view
Three tallox semi-chisel chains are titled .325 pitch, 1.5 mm, 68 drive links and a 45 cm bar, at £23.95. The pitch field says 0.33 inches, the length fields say 18 inches, and a bullet says the pack replaces Oregon 73LPX068E. The title’s .325 pitch and semi-chisel cutter do not match Oregon’s 73LPX pages, which say 3/8 inch and full chisel at 1.5 mm. The amazon.co.uk line is 3.8 from 79 reviews, the lowest star line here, and one of 23 review blocks is marked United Kingdom. That UK review says one tree was cut with life left in the chain, and it does not describe a fit check. Reviews from France, Italy and Spain, which are not UK opinion, say 68 links are short for a 45 cm Husqvarna bar and cite 71 or 72 drive links, or a loop better suited to about 40 cm. One of those reviews says a Husqvarna 372XP is 3/8 inch rather than the pitch in the title, and the stated weight is 930 g for three chains with no bar.
Pros
- Title states .325, 1.5 mm, 68 links and a 45 cm bar
- Three chains at £23.95, model and part both TA325S15H683
- The one UK review cut a tree and reported life left in the chain
- Pitch field of 0.33 inches sits next to the .325 title
Cons
- 3.8 from 79 reviews, the lowest star line in the set
- Several non-UK reviews say 68 links are short for a 45 cm Husqvarna bar
- The Oregon 73LPX068E bullet does not match the title pitch and cutter
- Only one of 23 review blocks is from the UK
Best for: A bar counted at .325 inch, 1.5 mm and 68 drive links
Less suitable: A 45 cm bar counted at 71 or 72 links, or any 3/8 inch saw
Specifications
- Model
- tallox .325 68-link 1.5 mm
- Brand
- tallox
- Price
- ∼£24
- Customer rating
- 3.8/5(79)
- Pitch (title)
- .325 in
- Pitch (listing)
- 0.33 in
- Gauge
- 1.5 mm
- Drive links
- 68
- Stated bar
- 45 cm / 18 in
- Cutter
- Semi-chisel
- In the box
- 3 chains
- Weight
- 930 g
Common questions
Does the title match the Oregon chain it names?
No. The tallox title says .325 inch and semi-chisel, while the cited Oregon 73LPX family is published as 3/8 inch and full chisel.
What do reviews say about a 45 cm bar?
The single UK review reports cutting one tree. Several reviews from outside the UK say 68 links are short for a 45 cm Husqvarna bar.
How we compared
We compared nine amazon.co.uk listings using their captured specifications, prices, star ratings, review counts and the UK review samples in the display material. Editorial scores are evidence-based desk scores, not laboratory results; listing conflicts and thin UK review samples reduce confidence.
1
Amazon rating and review count
35%The captured amazon.co.uk star line and genuine review count indicate the breadth of buyer feedback without turning reviews into a product test.
2
Specification consistency
30%Pitch, gauge, drive links, model and part data were checked for agreement because a contradiction can make an otherwise well-rated loop unsuitable.
3
UK cutting and fit reports
15%UK review evidence was kept separate from comments written elsewhere, with attention to fit, edge life, stretching and reported faults.
4
Captured value
20%The captured shelf price was considered alongside the number of chains and whether a guide bar was included. Prices and availability can change.
Independent review
Last updated: 15 October 2026
9 sources checked
Tallox chainsaw chain buying guide
Start with the markings on the guide bar, not the saw brand in an Amazon title. Pitch, gauge and drive-link count must all match. Only then should you compare semi-chisel with full-chisel, pack size, price and review evidence. Several tallox listings in this set contradict themselves, so a high star rating does not resolve a specification conflict. If the stamp is unreadable, the bar groove is spread or blue, or the chain has thrown, stop and ask a dealer or trained person to inspect the saw.
What is a tallox chainsaw chain?
A tallox chainsaw chain in this comparison is a compatible replacement loop sold on amazon.co.uk, normally as a three-pack. One listing instead combines a 10-inch guide bar with three chains. The nine captured listings cover standard 3/8-inch wording, 3/8 LP wording and .325-inch chains, gauges from 1.1 mm to 1.6 mm, and loop lengths from 40 to 68 drive links. Those measurements are not optional details.
Best for
- Domestic owners who prefer a three-pack once all three fit measurements match
- Buyers comparing compatible loops by specification rather than by saw brand alone
Not ideal for
- Anyone unable to read or verify the guide-bar stamp
- Work or tree use without the training, inspection and PPE required for that setting
Mistakes to avoid
- 1
Buying by bar length alone
A 14-inch or 16-inch title does not determine gauge or drive-link count. Match all three measurements on the bar.
- 2
Treating every 3/8-inch label as one pitch
Standard 3/8 inch, 3/8 P and 3/8 LP wording must not be assumed to be interchangeable.
- 3
Trusting a brand list over the stamp
A named saw brand is a compatibility claim, not a measured fit. The bar markings decide.
What to weigh up
Pitch, gauge and drive-link count
HighThese three measurements decide whether a chain can fit. Pitch is the spacing used by the chain and sprocket system; this set includes standard 3/8-inch wording, 3/8 LP wording and .325 inch. Gauge is the thickness that runs in the bar groove, ranging here from 1.1 mm to 1.6 mm. Stihl UK warns that a 1.1 mm chain in a 1.3 mm groove can lean out of the bar. Drive links determine the loop length, so even two 16-inch bars may need different counts.
Review evidence, conflicts and value
HighUse stars only with their review count and the substance of the written sample. The 10-inch bar set shows 4.6 stars but only four reviews and no UK review in the source file, while the 57-link top pick has 3,651 reviews and 50 UK review blocks. UK reports can reveal fit misses, early dulling, stretching or jams, but they do not replace the dimensions on your bar. Also compare like with like: most prices cover three chains, whereas one price includes a guide bar.
Which option suits you?
Three typical situations, each with a recommendation from this comparison.
Value-focused domestic users
For a 25 cm bar stamped 40 links, 3/8 inch and 1.3 mm, this three-pack has the lowest captured price. Check the first cut carefully because one UK review describes a loose fit, heat and a jam.
Owners of a .325-inch 1.6 mm bar
This pack is the relevant .325-inch option when the bar also shows 1.6 mm and 68 drive links. The only UK reviewer ordered the wrong pitch, which underlines the need to read the stamp first.
Common questions about tallox chainsaw chains
Which tallox chainsaw chain is the top pick in this comparison?
The 57-link, 1.3 mm three-pack, ASIN B01AAWVNM6, has the highest editorial score. Its pitch field agrees with the 3/8-inch title and its source file contains 50 UK review blocks. It still fits only a bar stamped for 57 drive links; a UK reviewer found it too long for a 55-link Stihl MS 181.
How do I choose the correct tallox chainsaw chain?
Match three values on the bar: pitch, gauge and drive-link count. Bar length and a list of saw brands cannot replace those numbers. Two chains with the same nominal bar length can still be incompatible when their gauge or drive-link count differs.
How much does a tallox chainsaw chain pack cost?
The nine captured amazon.co.uk prices run from £16.42 to £32.92. Most listings contain three chains; the £29.33 listing contains one 10-inch bar and three chains. A rough three-pack cost is about £5.50 to £11 per loop, but these are captured shelf prices rather than a live price check.
Are 3/8 inch, 3/8 P and 3/8 LP interchangeable?
No. Stihl UK treats standard 3/8 inch and 3/8 inch P as different pitches, and the listings here also use 3/8 LP wording. Do not infer interchangeability from a rounded decimal field. Read the bar stamp and match the chain system, gauge and drive-link count together.
Is semi-chisel or full-chisel better?
Cutter shape comes after fit. Seven packs here are listed as semi-chisel and two as full chisel. Husqvarna UK describes full chisel as faster in clean softwood but quicker to dull in dirt; semi-chisel has a rounded tooth. Neither shape makes the wrong pitch, gauge or link count fit.
Do these tallox chains include chainsaw oil or PPE?
No oil or protective equipment is listed in these packs. Stihl UK says every saw type needs chain oil, while HSE guidance identifies chainsaw gloves and leg protection for work use. Keep metal wedges away from the moving chain; our note on steel wedges and chainsaw kerfs covers that separate risk.
Were these tallox chains laboratory tested?
No. The editorial scores use captured amazon.co.uk stars, genuine review counts, listing consistency, UK review evidence and value. They do not represent a cutting-speed, wear or safety test. Listing conflicts, such as 0.19 inches beside a 3/8-inch title, remain visible rather than being silently corrected.
Our verdict
The 57-link, 1.3 mm three-pack is the top pick on this evidence because it has the highest editorial score and the largest UK review sample, although reports of overlength and early dulling remain relevant. The 40-link, 25 cm three-pack is the best-value pick at the lowest captured price, but its pitch appears only in the title and one UK review reports a jam. Neither award overrides the bar stamp: pitch, gauge and drive-link count must all match.
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tallox 40-link 25 cm 3-pack
It is the lowest-priced three-pack in the captured set, with 4.6 stars from 441 reviews.
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Updated: 15 October 2026
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Guides to tallox chainsaw chains
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Tallox chainsaw chain buying guideCheck pitch, gauge and drive-link count in the right order.Best tallox chainsaw chain by bar specificationSee which listed loop suits each confirmed bar size.How to fit a tallox chainsaw chainFit, tension and oil a correctly matched chain.Pitch, gauge and drive links explainedDiagnose why a replacement loop does not fit.Semi-chisel or full-chiselCompare cutter shapes after the dimensions match.
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Sources
Technical and public sources listed in the research digest; retrieved 15 October 2026.
- Stihl UK: How to choose the right saw chain (retrieved 15 October 2026)
- Stihl UK: Replacing a chainsaw chain (retrieved 15 October 2026)
- Stihl UK: Sharpening a chainsaw chain (retrieved 15 October 2026)
- Husqvarna UK: Choosing the right chainsaw chain (retrieved 15 October 2026)
- HSE INDG317: Chainsaws at work (retrieved 15 October 2026)
- HSE: Chainsaw personal protective equipment (retrieved 15 October 2026)
- HSENI: Chainsaw safety checklist (retrieved 15 October 2026)
- Consumer Rights Act 2015, section 9 (retrieved 15 October 2026)
- Oregon 73LPX PowerCut saw chain (retrieved 15 October 2026)
Expert source (DIY & tools): Charlie White (Charlie DIYte) (external profile) – public expert commentary used as a research source, not as a contributor to our pages.
This article contains affiliate links. If you buy through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Editorial scoring remains independent and is based on listing data, review signals and named public sources; we did not laboratory-test these chains.