The Bomag 33180342 Starter Rope is a genuine OEM replacement designed for Bomag BT 50, BT 58, BT 60, and BT 68 tampers. Sourced directly from Bomag, this starter rope matches the original component in length, diameter, and material so it drops into the recoil starter housing without rework. Correct fitment across the full BT tamper lineup is confirmed, making this the straightforward choice when the existing cord frays, snaps, or loses tension during operation.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Cord Construction — manufactured to Bomag's original braided-rope specification, delivering the strength and flexibility required to handle repeated recoil-start cycles on tamper engines
- Direct Drop-In Replacement — cut and finished to the correct length and end profile for the BT-series recoil starter, allowing straightforward installation without trimming or splicing
- Broad BT Tamper Coverage — compatible with BT 50, BT 58, BT 60, and BT 68 tampers, so one part number covers the most common machines in the Bomag BT lineup
- Consistent Starting Pull — a properly sized starter rope maintains even tension across the recoil spring, giving operators a smooth, predictable pull stroke every time the machine needs to be started
- OEM Part Number Assurance — ordering by part number 33180342 confirms you receive the exact rope specified by Bomag for these tampers, eliminating guesswork when sourcing service parts
The starter rope is the woven cord that connects the pull handle to the recoil starter mechanism inside the engine housing. When an operator pulls the handle, the rope unwinds rapidly, spinning the starter cup and cranking the engine over until it fires. A worn, frayed, or broken starter rope makes the machine impossible to start and can jam the recoil housing if a damaged cord jams mid-pull. Replacing it promptly with the correct rope restores normal hand-start operation and prevents secondary damage to the recoil spring and pulley.
Part Details
| Part Number | 33180342 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Bomag |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Starter Rope |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Tamper | BT 58 | 00813209, 00813216, 00811598, 00813217, 00813214, 00813218, 00813219, 00813221, 00811613 |
| Tamper | BT 60 | 00813225, 00813226, 00817451 |
| Tamper | BT 50 | 00817449, 00813203, 00813205 |
| Tamper | BT 68 | 00811597, 00811599, 00811609, 00811610, 00811611, 00811612, 00811614, 00811615 |
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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