STG52297 12V 4.0KW Starter for Blue Bird All Models 1996-2001 – 410-52485, 428000-1610, TG428000-1610 | 10T CW OSGR

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Product Description

The STG52297 starter motor is a 12V, 4.0 kW replacement starter designed for Blue Bird medium- and heavy-duty buses equipped with Caterpillar 3116 and 3126 diesel engines. It fits Blue Bird applications from 1996 through 2001 and is also compatible with selected Thomas Built Bus models using these Caterpillar engines.

Featuring an Overhung Starter Gear Reduction (OSGR) design, 10-tooth pinion gear, and clockwise rotation, this starter is engineered to deliver strong and consistent cranking performance for heavy-duty diesel engine applications. The 40.3 mm gear outside diameter provides the specified drive configuration for compatible applications.

The STG52297 replaces a wide range of OEM and aftermarket starter references, including Denso 428000-1610 / TG428000-1610, Arrowhead SND0625 / SND0583, and Lester 18994. It is a practical replacement solution for maintaining reliable starting performance in compatible Blue Bird and Thomas Built Bus applications.

Key Features

• 12V, 4.0 kW starting power

• Overhung Starter Gear Reduction (OSGR) design

• 10-tooth pinion gear

• Clockwise rotation

• 40.3 mm gear outside diameter

• Designed for Caterpillar 3116 and 3126 diesel engines

• Fits Blue Bird medium- and heavy-duty bus applications

• Compatible with selected Thomas Built Bus applications

• Multiple OEM and aftermarket cross references

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