Description
Overview:
This Fuel Tank Cap is a genuine Briggs & Stratton replacement (OEM 497929S) for small petrol engines used on walk‐behind lawnmowers and other light machinery. Moulded from fuel‐resistant plastic in a hard‐wearing black finish, it provides a secure seal to help prevent leaks, fuel evaporation, and dirt or water entering the tank. It is designed for a precise fit on selected Briggs & Stratton engines, including 4 HP (≈3.0 kW) Quattro 450-600 Series units and popular mower engines such as the 3.5 Classic (≈2.61 kW) and 3.75 HP Sprint (≈2.80 kW). The cap is practical for everyday use, with a grippable top for easy hand tightening and removal, supporting safe, reliable running and tidy storage of your equipment.
Key Features:
- Genuine Briggs & Stratton part for assured compatibility and performance (OEM 497929S)
- Durable, fuel‐resistant plastic construction for long service life
- Provides a tight, reliable seal to reduce fuel leakage, smells, and contamination
- Helps maintain correct fuel system performance and starting reliability
- Textured grip for easy, tool‐free fitting and removal, even with gloves
- Suited to outdoor use on garden and light construction machinery
- Ideal replacement for worn, cracked, or missing caps to keep equipment safe and compliant
Typical Applications:
Used on petrol tanks of Briggs & Stratton powered walk‐behind lawnmowers, small generators, pressure washers, tillers, scarifiers, and compactors that use the listed engines. Suitable for regular domestic mowing as well as trade and grounds maintenance where a secure, clean fuel system is important.
Also known as:
Fuel cap, petrol tank cap, petrol filler cap, fuel filler cap, tank lid, B&S fuel cap, engine fuel tank cap.
Fits Models:
3.5 Classic
3.5 Sprint
3.75HP Classic
3.75HP Sprint
Alternate Part Numbers:
497929S, BS497929S
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | BS497929S |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
| OEM No. | 497929S |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Engines |
| Fits Brands | Briggs & Stratton |
| Key Features | - Genuine Briggs & Stratton OEM 497929S for assured compatibility - Fits 4 HP Quattro 450-600 Series engines - Fuel-resistant plastic ensures long service life - Provides tight seal to prevent leaks and contamination - Textured grip for easy, tool-free fitting and removal |
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