Among some of the models that further cemented Stihl in the industry was the MS-290 Farm Boss, which was the go-to choice a few decades ago until it was discontinued. Today, the closest option to the MS-290 is the currently available MS-291, and the model recommended by some dealers for those looking for the classic Farm Boss. Although confusingly, Stihl insists on referring to the current MS-271 as the "Farm Boss," but the MS-291 matches up closer in specifications to the classic model. This translates to 4.1 horsepower for the Farm Boss, with the MS-291 just behind at 3.8 horsepower. While that might not sound significant, that extra weight affects overall maneuverability and operator fatigue.