Stihl 036 versions? P/C compatibility?

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In the 036 IPL there's this list of versions of this saw:

(1) 036, (2) 036 W, (3) 036 WVH, (4) 036 PRO, (5) 036 Arctic, (6) 036 BR

I looked up the suffixes, found this list among others:
https://www.arboristsite.com/threads/letters-after-model-numbers-on-stihl.340338/post-7200129

"-W" is for heated handle and "-V" for heated carb if I'm not mistaken, but what does the "-H" mean?
'PRO' is mainly a marketing label iirc, could mean it has an adjustable oiler etc. But what is the difference between the 'Arctic' and the heated handle/carb versions? Seems like it has another rim sprocket and needle bearing, and another carb (the C3-S52).
-BR should stand for quick chain adjustment and wrap handle. Is this correct, and is there a specific reason this version was released with another cylinder/piston assy (1125 020 1206 in stead of 1125 020 1215), and was released without decomp valve? Seems like it was released without Elastostart too...

I bought an old 034 with a worn out cylinder and was looking into 48 mm (61cc) replacement options. Probably gonna buy a Meteor but who knows I find some NOS oem parts.
I did find a oem p/c assy with serial number 1125 020 1202, NOS, wonder if it would fit?

Thx in advance for any feedback.
 
034 is 46mm piston
034 super is 48mm no decomp
036 is 48mm no decomp
036 pro is 48mm w/decomp
these models have been in production since the 80's, there are so many versions but they all share the same crankshaft. The 46mm pistons and cylinders were phased out years ago but the 036 pro 48mm is still available oem with decomp and it fits on the older 034 saws but be ready your wallet may wimper. There are pleanty of the 46mm cylinders floating around and meteor makes a good 46mm piston for it and so does episian. Being that old I'd highly suggest a full tear down and rebuild with all new rubber parts.
 
Thanks!
Still wondering about the 'BR' version etc...

I did find out that the "1125 020 1202" 48mm p/c assembly is for the 034 super... asking price is €280 (excl. shipping), the 48mm Meteor assembly is €130...
 

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