OEX Starter Motor 12V 9T CCW United Tech Style SMX038

The OEX Starter Motor SMX038 is a 12V unit with 9 teeth, counter-clockwise rotation, and a cradle starter mount. It is listed as a new starter motor with a .6kW power rating, a 44mm flange diameter, and 63mm mount centres A, so it is important to compare the physical mounting and drive details before ordering.

This starter motor is specified for United Technologies applications and is also linked to KOHLER applications in the fitment data provided. The pinion diameter is 28mm and the pinion at rest measurement is 43mm, which are useful checks when matching the starter to the existing unit on the machine.

OEX states its products are sourced from market leading original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket suppliers, with production from ISO certified factories. The listed warranty is 3 years for passenger use and 1 year for commercial use, so it is worth confirming the application type before purchase as well as the part number SMX038.

Key Features

• 12V starter motor
• 9-tooth pinion
• Counter-clockwise rotation
• Cradle starter mount
• New unit
• Designed for United Technologies applications

Specifications

• Part number: SMX038
• Power rating: .6kW
• Voltage: 12V
• Rotation: CCW
• Number of teeth: 9
• Mount centres A: 63mm
• Overall length: 209mm
• Flange diameter: 44mm

Known fitment details

• Suits United Technologies applications
• Fitment data also lists KOHLER applications, including 1715 17HP, 1720 17HP, 1730 17HP, 1810 18HP, 1811 18HP, 1812 18HP, 1860 18HP, 1861 18HP, and 1862 18HP
• Some KOHLER entries are shown with 1980 model references in the sample applications
• Use the existing starter’s part number, tooth count, rotation, flange size, and mount pattern to confirm compatibility

Application and Buying Notes

When matching this starter motor, the most useful checks are the part number SMX038, 12V voltage, 9-tooth pinion, CCW rotation, and cradle mount type. The 44mm flange diameter, 63mm mount centres A, and 209mm overall length are also important because starter fit is often determined by physical dimensions as much as by application name.

The fitment data supplied includes United Technologies and several KOHLER applications, but the correct choice still depends on the exact machine and the existing starter fitted. The pinion diameter of 28mm and pinion at rest measurement of 43mm are practical comparison points when you have the old unit in hand.

This starter is listed as a dry clutch unit and weighs 2.76kg, which may help when comparing against a removed starter. If the current unit differs in tooth count, rotation direction, mounting arrangement, or flange measurements, it should be treated as a different part even where the application family appears similar.

The warranty listed is 3 years for passenger use and 1 year for commercial use. That makes the intended application type worth confirming before purchase, along with the mounting style and overall length, so the starter you receive aligns with the vehicle or equipment configuration already fitted.

Before supply, the safest approach is to confirm the original unit details against the listed part number, voltage, output rating, mounting arrangement, and pulley configuration. That checking process is standard practice in the parts trade because visually similar units can still differ in service-critical ways.

For workshop, fleet, and equipment applications, accurate identification of part number SMX038 helps avoid unnecessary freight, additional labour, and vehicle or machine downtime. Where the application is not straightforward, the original unit, OEM reference, or workshop records should be used as the primary confirmation point.

Relevant published details for this unit include Type STARTER MOTOR, Unit of Measure EACH, Warranty 3yr Passenger 1yr Commercial, Mount Centres A 63mm, Overall Length 209mm, Pinion Diameter 28mm, Rotation CCW, Voltage 12, New / Reman. New, Wet / Dry Clutch Dry.

Additional published details for cross-checking include Product Group 2 STARTER MOTORS, Part No. SMX038, Brand OEX, Description OEX Starter Motor 12V 9Th CCW United Tech Style, Flange Diameter 44mm, Number of Teeth 9, Pinion at Rest 43mm, Power Rating .6kW, Suits Unit Make United Technologies.

OEX Starter Motor 12V 9Th CCW United Tech Style. Part number SMX038 should be checked first. Listed voltage is 12. These details form the core reference points used by parts interpreters when confirming the correct replacement.

For part number SMX038, the normal identification sequence is part number, electrical rating, mounting arrangement, connector or terminal style, and pulley or drive details. Using those checkpoints helps confirm that the listed unit matches the service requirement rather than only looking similar.

For a starter motor in workshop, fleet, trade, agricultural, or construction service, the listed voltage 12 should be checked carefully. Incorrect selection can affect installation time, return freight, and equipment availability.

Available application references include KOHLER 1715 17HP, KOHLER 1715 17HP 1980, KOHLER 1720 17HP, KOHLER 1720 17HP 1980. Even with application listings, final confirmation should still be based on the exact unit being replaced and the service requirements of the vehicle or machine.

Compatibility note: Confirm fitment by checking SMX038, 12V, 9 teeth, CCW rotation, cradle mount, 44mm flange diameter, 63mm mount centres A, and the listed application details before ordering.

FAQ

What is the part number for this starter motor?

The part number is SMX038. For this listing, part number SMX038 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include KOHLER 1715 17HP, KOHLER 1715 17HP 1980, KOHLER 1720 17HP. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What voltage is this starter motor?

It is a 12V starter motor. For this listing, part number SMX038 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include KOHLER 1715 17HP, KOHLER 1715 17HP 1980, KOHLER 1720 17HP. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

How many teeth does the pinion have?

The starter has a 9-tooth pinion. For this listing, part number SMX038 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include KOHLER 1715 17HP, KOHLER 1715 17HP 1980, KOHLER 1720 17HP. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What is the rotation direction?

The rotation is CCW, meaning counter-clockwise. For this listing, part number SMX038 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include KOHLER 1715 17HP, KOHLER 1715 17HP 1980, KOHLER 1720 17HP. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What vehicles or equipment is it listed for?

The fitment data lists United Technologies applications and KOHLER applications, including 1715 17HP, 1720 17HP, 1730 17HP, 1810 18HP, 1811 18HP, 1812 18HP, 1860 18HP, 1861 18HP, and 1862 18HP. For this listing, part number SMX038 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include KOHLER 1715 17HP, KOHLER 1715 17HP 1980, KOHLER 1720 17HP. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What warranty is listed?

The warranty listed is 3 years for passenger use and 1 year for commercial use. For this listing, part number SMX038 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include KOHLER 1715 17HP, KOHLER 1715 17HP 1980, KOHLER 1720 17HP. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.