Description
Overview:
This Clutch Assembly is a genuine Husqvarna replacement for brushcutters, designed to restore reliable drive from the engine to the cutting head. Built from durable, high-strength steel with robust friction shoes and springs, it engages centrifugally for smooth power transfer and consistent cutting performance. It suits demanding site work as well as routine garden maintenance. Engineered for compatibility with Husqvarna machines, it is an exact fit for the 243R and 243RJ, helping to cure symptoms such as slipping under load, slow pick-up, or stalling when the head is engaged. Supplied as a complete assembly under OEM No. 597 55 73 01, it offers long service life when used and maintained correctly with clean, undamaged drum and drive components.
Key Features:
- Genuine Husqvarna part for assured fit and reliability (OEM 597 55 73 01)
- Replaces OEM 521 63 64-01 for seamless like-for-like replacement
- Precision-made steel components and quality friction linings for durability
- Smooth, balanced engagement helps reduce vibration and wear on drive parts
- Consistent power transfer to the cutting head for efficient trimming and clearing
- Supplied as an assembly for straightforward fitting with standard hand tools
- Designed to withstand regular professional use in tough environments
- Helps restore cutting performance, acceleration, and idle stability
- Compatible with specified Husqvarna brushcutter platforms for easy identification
- Supports planned maintenance schedules to reduce downtime
Typical Applications:
Used to replace worn or slipping clutches on Husqvarna brushcutters, restoring dependable drive for grass, scrub, and bramble clearance. Suitable for grounds maintenance, landscaping, forestry edging, estate work, and contractor use where frequent start-stop engagement and heavy loads demand a robust, repeatable clutch action.
Also known as:
Centrifugal clutch kit, clutch drum and shoe set, drive clutch assembly, engine-to-gearhead clutch, brushcutter drive hub, power transmission clutch for trimmers/clearing saws.
Fits Models:
243R, 243RJ, 253R, 253RB, 253RJ, 543AE15, 543RB, 543RBK, 543RBS, 543RBX, 543RS, 553EBX, 553RBX, 553RS
Alternate Part Numbers:
521 63 64-01, 597557301, 521636401
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 597 55 73 01 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Husqvarna |
| OEM No. | 597557301 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Applications | 243R, 243RJ, 253R, 253RB, 253RJ, 543AE15, 543RB, 543RBK, 543RBS, 543RBX, 543RS, 553EBX, 553RBX, 553RS |
| Machine Type | Brushcutters |
| Fits Brands | Husqvarna |
| Fits Models | 243R | 243RJ | 253R | 253RJ | 543RBK | 543RBX | 543RS | 553RBX | 553RS | 543AE15 | 543RB | 543RBS |
