Description
Overview:
The Rope Rotor is the recoil starter pulley used on Stihl handheld machines. It holds the starter cord, works with the rewind spring, and engages the engine to start. This Genuine Stihl part (MPN 4144 195 0402) is moulded from tough, wear‐resistant polymer (nylon) in an off‐white finish for long service life. It restores smooth, reliable starting on popular brushcutters such as the FS 40 and FS 50, and other compatible models. Replacing a cracked, worn, or swollen pulley helps the rope feed evenly and retract correctly, cutting down on snags and premature cord wear. Built to OEM tolerances for a direct fit inside the starter housing, it is a straightforward repair choice when the recoil feels rough, slips, or fails to retract.
Key Features:
- Genuine Stihl OEM component for assured fit and compatibility (MPN 4144 195 0402)
- Precision‐moulded nylon rotor resists wear, heat, and fuel vapour exposure
- Restores smooth rope payout and dependable rewind action
- Interfaces correctly with the original rewind spring and starter pawls
- Helps prevent rope fraying, snagging, and starter slip
- Direct replacement; installs with standard hand tools and basic know‐how
- Lightweight yet robust design for consistent starting performance
- Suitable for a wide range of Stihl FS/FC/MM models listed below
Typical Applications:
Used during servicing or repair when the recoil starter sticks, slips, or the rope does not retract. Ideal for maintaining brushcutters and trimmers in landscaping, grounds care, local authority maintenance, agriculture, and domestic garden work. Also used to refurbish high‐hour machines or prepare equipment for the cutting season.
Also known as:
Starter pulley, recoil pulley, rope drum, cord spool, rewind pulley, pull‐start rotor, recoil rotor, starter cord wheel.
Fits Models:
FC 70, FC 70 C, FC70, FC70C, FS 40, FS 50, FS 56, FS 56 C, FS 56 R, FS 70 C, FS 70 R, FS 70 RC, FS40, FS50, FS56, FS56C, FS56R, FS70C, FS70R, FS70RC, MM 56, MM 56 MultiSystem, MM56
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 4144 195 0402 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Stihl |
| OEM No. | 41441950402 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Brushcutters |
| Fits Brands | Stihl |
| Key Features | - Genuine Stihl OEM part ensures compatibility (MPN 4144 195 0402) - Precision-moulded nylon resists wear and heat - Restores smooth rope payout and rewind action - Direct fit for Stihl FS/FC/MM models - Prevents rope fraying and starter slip |
| Fits Models | FS40, FS50 | FS56, FS56C, FS56R | FS70C, FS70R, FS70RC | MM 56 MultiSystem | FC 70, FC 70 C |
