How To Locate Your Engine Model Number
Knowing the 10 character model number of your Briggs & Stratton engine will make it easy to order maintenance or repair parts either online or from your local dealer. The following is an example of what the engine model number looks like:
Please Note: Briggs & Stratton engine model numbers are 10 characters. If the model number on your Briggs & Stratton engine is only 9 characters, please enter a 0 (zero) at the beginning of the model number.
Where to Locate Your Engine Model
As shown in the Briggs & Stratton Model Number How-To Guide video, the engine model number is generally a number stamped into metal directly on your engine. Some engines come with a cover or "shroud". It should be noted that these covers come in a variety of colors, sizes and shapes. Regardless of your cover the engine model number will be in one of 5 locations:
Above the Starter
Metal tag directly above the rewind starter
Tools you may need:
Flashlight
Label on the Fuel Tank
Label on the side of the fuel tank
Tools you may need:
Flashlight
On the Metal Cover
Stamped directly into the metal near the spark plug
Tools you may need:
Flashlight
On the Valve Cover
Stamped on the left side of the overhead valve (OHV) cover
Tools you may need:
Flashlight
On the Valve Cover
Stamped on the left side of the overhead valve (OHV) cover
Tools you may need:
Flashlight
