Description
Overview:
This Clutch Cover Assembly is the right‑hand side cover used on Husqvarna 545 and 550XP series chainsaws to enclose the drive clutch and provide the interface for the chain brake. It clamps the guide bar to the crankcase via the bar studs and nuts, helping maintain chain alignment and safe stopping performance. This is a Genuine OEM replacement part from Husqvarna, supplied to the original factory specification. OEM No. 599 87 26‑01. It replaces earlier cover 576 70 86‑03. The assembly follows the Husqvarna design with a moulded housing and metal components where required for durability and correct function. Suitable for standard 545 and 550XP models as well as TrioBrake and XPG variants, including 545, 550XP. Fit is identical to the original part for straightforward installation and reliable operation.
Key Features:
- Genuine Husqvarna OEM replacement part
- OEM reference: 599 87 26-01
- Replaces: 576 70 86-03 and equivalents
- Supplied as a clutch cover assembly
- Interfaces with Husqvarna chain brake mechanism
- Secures the guide bar to the powerhead
- Correct fit on 545 and 550XP platforms
- Compatible with TrioBrake and XPG variants
- Right-hand side cover; encloses clutch and drive sprocket
- Mounts to existing crankcase bar studs and nuts
- Resistant to oil, fuel splash, and cutting debris
- Factory tolerances support consistent brake function
Typical Applications:
Used on Husqvarna 545 and 550XP family chainsaws to cover the clutch and sprocket, provide the chain brake interface, and clamp the guide bar during cutting work. Suitable for general felling, snedding, limbing, and ground maintenance tasks where reliable chain braking and bar retention are required.
Also known as:
Chain brake cover, side cover, clutch side cover, brake cover assembly, bar clamp cover, sprocket cover, chain guard cover.
Fits Models:
545, 545 TrioBrake, 545TrioBrake, 550XP, 550XP TrioBrake, 550XPG TrioBrake, 550XPGTrioBrake, 550XPTrioBrake
Alternate Part Numbers:
576 70 86-03, 576708603, 576 70 86 03, 599 87 26-01, 599 87 26 01, 599872601
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 599 87 26 01 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Husqvarna |
| OEM No. | 599 87 26 01 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Chainsaws |
| Fits Brands | Husqvarna |
| Key Features | - Genuine Husqvarna chainsaw clutch cover assembly - OEM part number 599 87 26-01 - Replaces OEM 576 70 86-03 - Fits Husqvarna 545 and 545 TrioBrake - Fits 550XP, 550XPG, and TrioBrake models |
| Fits Models | 545 TRIOBRAKE | 550XP TRIOBRAKE | 550XPG Triobrake |

