Description
Overview:
This Idler Pulley is a genuine Stihl replacement part for Viking ride-on mowers, used to keep the drive belt correctly tensioned for smooth and reliable operation. It features a robust black polymer pulley with a central sealed bearing to support steady rotation and reduce wear. The pulley helps the belt track true under load, maintaining cutting performance and protecting the deck drive system. Designed for a wide range of Viking models, including MT 4097.0 SX and MT 4112.0 S, it is built for day‐to‐day mowing in domestic and professional settings. Supplied to OEM specification under part number 6170 760 1291 (61707601291), it offers a direct-fit solution that restores proper belt function without modification.
Key Features:
- Genuine Stihl part for Viking ride-on mowers, ensuring correct fit and performance
- Maintains precise belt tension to reduce slip, heat build-up, and premature belt wear
- Durable polymer wheel with a sealed bearing helps keep out dust and moisture
- Smooth running to support consistent blade speed and tidy cutting results
- Direct replacement for OEM No. 6170 760 1291, 61707601291
- Compatible with many MT 4, MT 5, MT 6 series Viking models for hassle-free sourcing
- Simple to install with standard workshop tools, no modifications required
- Reliable construction suited to regular mowing in grass, damp, and debris-prone conditions
Typical Applications:
Used on ride-on mower deck and drive systems to guide and tension the belt. Ideal when replacing a worn, noisy, or seized pulley that causes belt slip, poor cut quality, or inconsistent drive. Suitable for routine maintenance or repairs after belt changes.
Also known as:
Deck idler, belt idler, tensioner pulley, belt guide pulley, return pulley, jockey wheel, mower drive pulley.
Fits Models:
MT 4097.0 S, MT 4097.0 SX, MT 4097.1 S, MT 4097.1 SX, MT 4112.0 S, MT 4112.0 SZ, MT 4112.1 S, MT 4112.1 SZ, MT 5097.0, MT 5097.0 C, MT 5097.0 G, MT 5097.0 K, MT 5097.0 Z, MT 5097.1, MT 5097.1 C, MT 5097.1 Z, MT 5112.1 Z, MT 6112.0, MT 6112.0 C, MT 6112.0 K, MT 6112.0 ZL, MT 6112.1 C, MT 6112.1 ZL, MT 6127.0 KL, MT 6127.0 ZL, MT 6127.1 ZL, MT4097.0S, MT4097.0SX, MT4097.1S, MT4097.1SX, MT4112.0S, MT4112.0SZ, MT4112.1S, MT4112.1SZ, MT5097.0, MT5097.0C, MT5097.0G, MT5097.0K, MT5097.0Z, MT5097.1, MT5097.1C, MT5097.1Z, MT50970, MT50971, MT5112.1Z, MT6112.0, MT6112.0C, MT6112.0K, MT6112.0ZL, MT6112.1C, MT6112.1ZL, MT61120, MT6127.0KL, MT6127.0ZL, MT6127.1ZL
Alternate Part Numbers:
6170-760-1291, 61707601291
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 6170 760 1291 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Stihl |
| OEM No. | 61707601291 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Applications | MT 4097.0 S, MT 4097.0 SX, MT 4097.1 S, MT 4097.1 SX, MT 4112.0 S, MT 4112.0 SZ, MT 4112.1 S, MT 4112.1 SZ, MT 5097.0, MT 5097.0 C, MT 5097.0 G, MT 5097.0 K, MT 5097.0 Z, MT 5097.1, MT 5097.1 C, MT 5097.1 Z, MT 5112.1 Z, MT 6112.0, MT 6112.0 C, MT 6112.0 K, MT 6112.0 ZL, MT 6112.1 C, MT 6112.1 ZL, MT 6127.0 KL, MT 6127.0 ZL, MT 6127.1 ZL, MT4097.0S, MT4097.0SX, MT4097.1S, MT4097.1SX, MT4112.0S, MT4112.0SZ, MT4112.1S, MT4112.1SZ, MT5097.0, MT5097.0C, MT5097.0G, MT5097.0K, MT5097.0Z, MT5097.1, MT5097.1C, MT5097.1Z, MT50970, MT50971, MT5112.1Z, MT6112.0, MT6112.0C, MT6112.0K, MT6112.0ZL, MT6112.1C, MT6112.1ZL, MT61120, MT6127.0KL, MT6127.0ZL, MT6127.1ZL |
| Machine Type | Mowers |
| Fits Brands | Stihl |
| Fits Models | MT 4097.1 SX | MT 4112.1 S | MT 4097.0 S | MT 4097.1 S | MT 4097.0 SX | MT 4112.0 S | MT 4112.0 SZ | MT 4112.1 SZ | MT 5097.1 C | MT 5097.1 Z | MT 5097.0 | MT 5097.1 | MT 5097.0 C | MT 5097.0 G | MT 5097.0 K | MT 5097.0 Z | MT 5112.1 Z | MT 6112.1 ZL | MT 6127.1 ZL | MT 6112.0 | MT 6112.0 K | MT 6112.0 C | MT 6112.0 ZL | MT 6127.0 KL | MT 6127.0 ZL |
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