Where is the engine number on a Briggs and Stratton engine?

How Do I Identify a Briggs & Stratton Engine? The Model, Type and Code numbers, stamped directly into the engine, are used to identify our engines. Engines used in lawn mower applications usually have the model numbers stamped directly into the blower housing, muffler heat shield, or a few inches above the spark plug.

How do you date a Brigg engine?

How can I determine the age of my engine if it was made after 1965?

  1. The first two digits (99) denote the year of manufacture.
  2. The next two digits (01) are the month of the year, which is January.
  3. The following two digits (15) are the day of the month.
  4. The final two digits designate the plant and assembly line.

What does the code mean on a Briggs and Stratton engine?

Briggs & Stratton Model Number Locator. The number model system consists of three series of numbers. The first number you find will be the model number, the second number is the engine type and the third number is the code number.

Where is the code date on Briggs and Stratton?

The code is stamped directly into the metal of a Briggs & Stratton engine. Collectors of antique engines often jump past the model and type numbers to read the date code first. Wipe any grease and grime away from the code stamp with a cloth or moist towelette. Use a magnifying glass to see the numbers clearly.

How do I find out what year my lawn mower is?

By locating the serial number tag on your machine, you can easily determine your mower’s age. If you have the owner’s manual for your mower, you can also check the date printed on the inside of the manual. This date should be one year after the mower’s manufacture date.

How old is Briggs and Stratton engine?

Although we are known for our reliable engines and outdoor power equipment, we have a rich history. For over 110 years, Briggs & Stratton has cultivated a legacy of innovation that will last for years to come.

Where is the model number on a Briggs and Stratton engine?

Knowing the model number of your Briggs & Stratton® ride engine will make it easy to order maintenance or repair parts online or from your local dealer. The engine model number is the first 12 characters stamped into metal directly on your engine in one of two locations – on the valve cover or an aluminum tag.

What do the numbers mean in Briggs and Stratton date code?

These digits represent the year the engine was manufactured. For example, if the numbers are a “5” followed by an “8”, the year of manufacture was 1958. Ignore the remaining numbers in the code.

What kind of Briggs and Stratton equipment do you own?

What type of Briggs & Stratton equipment do you own? Enter your product’s Model-Revision numbers. It will be in the format XXXXXX-XX. If you only have a 5 digit number, add a 0 (zero) before the 5 digits. Trouble finding your model?