The Bomag 05744801 Recoil Starter is a genuine OEM component designed for the BP 18/45 D-2 vibratory plate, BPR 30/38 D-3 reversible vibratory plate, and BT 80 D tamper. As a direct OEM replacement, this recoil starter is built to the same specifications as the original, ensuring the cord pull, return spring tension, and engagement pawls perform exactly as BOMAG engineered them. This part is confirmed compatible with all three machine types listed, giving you confidence you're ordering the right component the first time. If your existing starter is showing signs of wear — sluggish retraction, a fraying pull cord, or failure to engage the flywheel — replacing it with part number 05744801 restores reliable engine starting from day one.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Starting Integrity — Manufactured to BOMAG's original engagement and spring-tension specifications, so pull force and cord retraction match what these machines were built around.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement — Matches the original mounting pattern and drive pawl configuration, fitting the BP 18/45 D-2, BPR 30/38 D-3, and BT 80 D without modification to the engine housing.
- Broad Compaction Equipment Coverage — A single part number covers the BP 18/45 D-2 vibratory plate, BPR 30/38 D-3 reversible vibratory plate, and BT 80 D tamper, simplifying your parts sourcing across multiple machine types.
- Consistent Cold and Warm Starting — A properly functioning recoil starter delivers consistent rope travel and pawl engagement every pull, keeping your compaction equipment responsive in the field regardless of conditions.
- Operator Safety at Every Start — A worn or broken recoil mechanism can snap back unexpectedly or fail to disengage, creating a hazard for the operator. A fresh OEM-spec unit restores safe, controlled starting behavior.
The recoil starter is the manual pull-start assembly mounted to the engine, responsible for spinning the crankshaft fast enough to initiate combustion. When the operator pulls the handle, internal pawls extend and grip the flywheel cup, turning the engine over; once the engine fires, the pawls retract and the spring-loaded cord rewinds automatically. Over time, the return spring can weaken, the pull cord can fray, or the engagement pawls can wear and slip, resulting in hard starting or a complete inability to start the engine. Replacing this assembly with a genuine OEM unit restores the full starting function and eliminates the safety risks associated with a damaged or worn recoil mechanism.
Part Details
| Part Number | 05744801 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Bomag |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Recoil Starter |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Vibratory Plate | BP 18/45 D-2 | 00817417 |
| Tamper | BT 80 D | 00817455 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate | BPR 30/38 D-3 | 00817436 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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