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12V Starter Massey Ferguson 165 175 185 240 290 390 398 Perkins Engine 17072

12V Starter Massey Ferguson 165 175 185 240 290 390 398 Perkins Engine 17072

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12V Starter Motor (SKU: 17072)

Heavy Duty Replacement for Massey Ferguson & Perkins

Upgrade or restore your agricultural equipment with this premium 12-volt starter motor. Specifically engineered to replace the Lucas M50 and M127 style units, this direct-drive (DD) starter provides reliable cranking power for Massey Ferguson tractors and Perkins diesel engines. Built to 4Drive / Aftermarket standards, it ensures consistent performance in the most demanding farming and industrial environments.

RELIABILITY: Precision-manufactured to meet or exceed OEM specifications, featuring a 10-tooth pinion and high-torque motor for rapid engine turnover.

Key Features

  • Direct Fit: Seamless replacement for Lucas style DD starters.
  • High Output: Powerful 2.8kW motor for reliable starts.
  • Tested Quality: 100% new components, never remanufactured.
  • Durability: Rugged 3-bolt mounting for agricultural use.

Technical Specs

Voltage 12V
Power Rating 2.8 kW
Rotation Clockwise (CW)
Tooth Count 10 Teeth
Design Type Direct Drive (DD)
Mounting 3-Bolt Flange

Compatibility / Fitment Guide

Make / System Model / Application Notes
Massey Ferguson 165, 168, 175, 178, 185, 188, 240, 250, 261 Perkins Diesel Engines
Massey Ferguson 270, 275, 283, 290, 298, 365, 375, 383, 390, 398 Various 4-Cyl Engines
Massey Ferguson 3050, 3060, 3070, 4235, 4245, 4255, 6140, 6150 Agricultural Use
Perkins Engines 4.212, 4.236, 4.248, 4.318, 6.354, 1004.4 Diesel Series
Industrial JCB 3CX, 520, 530; Case International C70, C80 Loaders & Tractors

OEM Cross Reference

Lester 17072, 17652
Massey Ferguson 1868285M3, 1447731R1, 3539390M91, 3763362M91, 963989M1, 3930506R1
Lucas 26274, 26345, 26366, 26410, 27515, 27539, 27572, 27568
Perkins 2873003, 2873004, 2873006, 2873B072, 2873A031, 2873D002
Other Case 234987A1, New Holland 85815348, Hella 8EA726027001

Questions & Answers

Is this a genuine original part?

This is a premium quality 4Drive / Aftermarket replacement part, manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment (OE) standards for fitment and performance.

How do I know if it is compatible?

We recommend checking the SKU/MPN (17072) and Cross Reference list provided above. If your original part number matches any of these, it is a guaranteed fit for your Massey Ferguson or Perkins application.

Which Perkins engines is this compatible with?

This starter is designed for Perkins 4.212, 4.236, 4.248, 4.318, and 6.354 series diesel engines, as well as the newer 1004.4 and 1006.6 industrial models.

Note: At 4drive.co.uk, we strongly advise verifying your original part number against the references above before purchasing to ensure 100% compatibility.

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