Recently, FridayParts has seen many questions related to the Briggs and Stratton engine parts from our loyal customers. What parts do I need? How can I find it? Things like this. In this guide, we gonna talk about how you can find the engine parts by the B&S engine serial number.
Briggs and Stratton Engine Serial Number
The Briggs and Stratton engine serial numbers can reveal many things about the engine. They are essential to locate the correct parts for your Briggs and Stratton engine.
Briggs and Stratton Engine Model/Serial Number Format
The model/serial number of a Briggs and Stratton engine usually consists of 11 or 12 digits. The formats are as follows.
Format for 6-digit model numbers: XXXXXX-XXXX-XX
Format for 5-digit model numbers: 0XXXXX-XXXX-XX (Begin with 0)
What Does the Engine Serial Number Reveal
The B&S engine serial number can tell you what model, type, and code of the engine. Here’s an example for a 5 HP Briggs & Stratton Water Pump. You can find out information about the engine using the Briggs & Stratton Model Numbering System. It uses the number of engine models to describe the features of the engine.
- The first set of numbers 130232 refers to the model number that consists of 5 or 6 digits, as listed in the format above. The first two digits indicate the displacement of the engine. The engine is a 13 cubic inches. The next number is the basic design series; the picture shows 2 series. The fourth number is the crankshaft orientation(horizontal shaft). The fifth number shows that it has a ball bearing, flange mounting, and splash lube. The sixth number is the type of starter(rewind).
- The second set of numbers tells about the engine mechanical parts, color of paint, decals, governed speed and OEM.
- The last code numbers indicate the date it was made (year/month/day) and the manufacturing plant and assembly line. As indicated in the picture, the engine was made in the manufacturing plant 07, on June 23, 1989.
Where to Locate the B&S Engine Serial Number
Below is a list of locations where your model, type and revision number can be found, depending on the machine.
Lawn Mower Engine
- Stamped above the spark plug.
- Stamped on the front of the engine.
- Stamped above the exhaust.
Riding Mower Engine
- Stamped on the metal plate over the overhead valve (OHV) cover.
- On an aluminum tag located on top of the blower housing right next to the rotating screen.
Utility Engine
- On a Metal tag directly above the rewind starter.
- On a label on the side of the fuel tank.
- Stamped directly into the metal near the spark plug.
- Stamped on the left side of the overhead valve (OHV) cover.
- Stamped on the rear side of the overhead valve (OHV) cover.
Snow Blower Engine
- A label on the rewind housing to the left on recoil.
- A label on the cylinder shield.
- Stamped on the metal shield below the muffler.
- Stamped on the left side of the overhead valve (OHV) cover.
Find Correct Parts for Your Briggs & Stratton Engine
Once you have the serial numbers of your Briggs & Stratton engine, you can find the right parts you need. And here are two resources you can use to find your parts.
Official Source: You can find specific parts with the 11 or 12 characters from Briggs and Stratton. Use the Briggs & Parts Lookup Tool to see exploded diagrams of your engine. The numbers in the diagrams are reference numbers. Scroll down in the parts list to match these to the 6 or 8-digit service parts numbers required for ordering. If your model number is only 5 characters, add a zero to the front.
Aftermarket Source: If your budgets are tight, you can choose aftermarket parts for your Briggs and Stratton engine. FridayParts holds a vast range of aftermarket Briggs and Stratton parts, including carburetors, air filters, fuel pumps and more. All parts are affordably priced and fully compatible.
Conclusion
Knowing the engine model serial number is essential to finding the correct engine spare parts for your Briggs and Stratton engine. You must find the engine serial numbers and decode them first. Then, you can choose a reliable supplier of Briggs & Stratton engine parts. FridayParts stocks a vast inventory of quality parts that ensure a perfect fit and optimal performance of your equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to identify Briggs and Stratton engines by serial number?
You must locate the place of the serial number first. It will tell you what model, type, and code of the engine. The serial number can be found in many places, such as the side of the metal shroud.
How do I find a part number for Briggs and Stratton engine?
Your Briggs & Stratton engine part numbers can be found in your engine’s Illustrated Parts Lists (IPL). In order to download and view the correct IPL and determine the correct part numbers for your specific engine, you will need to find the Model Number on your engine.
