Starter Motor for Kohler M8-M16 Cub Cadet Toro Massey Ferguson - 12V 10T
Starter Motor for Kohler M8-M16 Cub Cadet Toro Massey Ferguson - 12V 10T
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Starter Motor for Kohler M8-M16 Cub Cadet Toro Massey Ferguson - 12V 10T
Kohler 8-16 HP garden tractor engines - 12V, 10-tooth, counter-clockwise
This 12V starter motor is built to OEM specifications for Kohler 8-16 HP engines as fitted to garden tractors, with a 10-tooth drive gear of 32mm outside diameter for correct flywheel ring gear engagement. It has a motor housing length of 3.454 inches, matching the original equipment dimensions for a clean, bolt-in fit.
It turns counter-clockwise (CCW) to match the original equipment rotation, making it a straightforward swap for a worn or failed original starter with no modification required to the mounting bracket or wiring loom. The same starter is used across Cub Cadet, Toro and Massey Ferguson machines built around the Kohler M-series engine, so it covers a wide spread of 1980s and 1990s garden tractors and commercial mowers.
Key Features
- 12V starter motor for Kohler M-8 to M-16 engines
- 10-tooth drive gear, 32mm pinion outside diameter
- Counter-clockwise (CCW) rotation to match OEM spec
- Motor housing length 3.454 inches
- Covers Cub Cadet, Toro and Massey Ferguson applications
- 12-month warranty as standard
Technical Specs
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 12V |
| Rotation | CCW |
| Teeth | 10 |
| Pinion Outside Diameter | 32mm |
| Starter Type | PMDD |
| Motor Housing Length | 3.454 in |
| Part Number | 410-21097 |
Vehicle Fitment Guide
Years shown are the overall coverage span for this part. Please confirm against the OEM part number on your original unit before ordering.
| Make & Model | Years |
|---|---|
| Kohler M-8, M-10, M-12, M-14, M-16 engines | All years |
| Cub Cadet 1050, 1204, 1211 | All years |
| Massey Ferguson MF212GTX, MF214GTX, MF316GTX, MF318GTX, MF320GTX | 1991-1994 |
| Toro 310-8, 414-8, 416-8, 73320, 73403, 73423, 73429, 73449 (10-16 HP) | 1985-1993 |
| Toro Greensmaster 3000, Reelmaster 216 | 1985-1993 |
OEM Part Number Cross Reference
Aftermarket replacement. OEM part numbers are listed for reference only.
| Part Number | Manufacturer / Brand |
|---|---|
| 41-098-04, 41-098-06 | Kohler |
| 4733040-M030SM, 5666640-M030SM | United Technologies |
| SM47330, SM56666 | Motorola |
| 5756 | Lester |
| SAB0060 | Arrowhead |
| 106-034 | PIC Picture ID |
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this fit without modification?
Yes, this is a direct replacement for the original starter motor on compatible Kohler 8-16 HP engines - mounting points, drive gear and wiring connections match the factory part, so no cutting, drilling or rewiring is needed.
What's included?
One 12V, 10-tooth starter motor, ready to fit. Mounting bolts and wiring are reused from your original unit.
How do I know my old starter has failed?
Common signs include a single clicking noise with no engine turnover, a slow or labouring crank that gets weaker as the battery drains, unusual grinding when the key is turned, or no response at all when starting.
How do I confirm this is the right starter?
Check the motor housing length (3.454 inches) and tooth count against your original unit, and compare against your engine's OEM part number before ordering, since Kohler used several starter variants across its 8-16 HP range. Kohler 41-098-04 and 41-098-06 are both replaced by this unit.
Does this fit Toro commercial mowers?
Yes - Toro Greensmaster 3000 and Reelmaster 216 machines built on the Kohler M-series engine between 1985 and 1993 use this starter, alongside the Toro 310-8, 414-8 and 416-8 garden tractors.
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