The Multiquip 42602-71 Poly-V Belt is a genuine OEM component designed for HTX6H and STX6H Whiteman ride-on power trowels. As a direct OEM replacement, this belt is manufactured to the exact profile, length, and material specification required by these machines — ensuring it seats correctly in the drive system without adjustment. Sourced directly through an authorized Multiquip parts channel, the 42602-71 is a verified fit for both the HTX6H and STX6H trowel models.
Key Features
- Correct Belt Profile for Drive System Integrity — The Poly-V rib profile matches the OEM pulley geometry on HTX6H and STX6H trowels, maintaining full contact across the drive surface for consistent power transfer.
- Genuine OEM Part — Manufactured to the same specification as the original belt, this is not a generic substitute — it is the exact part Multiquip engineers specified for these machines.
- Direct Replacement for HTX6H and STX6H Trowels — Confirmed fitment for Whiteman ride-on hydrostatic power trowel models HTX6H and STX6H; installs in the existing belt drive path with no modifications to pulleys or tensioners.
- Sustains Blade Speed and Drive Consistency — A worn or cracked Poly-V Belt causes slippage in the drive system, leading to uneven blade rotation and loss of finishing control. A fresh OEM belt restores full, consistent output to the trowel heads.
- Engineered for Extended Service Cycles — Built from materials rated to handle the torsional load and heat cycling typical of continuous troweling operations, resisting glazing and premature wear.
The Poly-V Belt transmits rotational power from the engine's drive pulley to the trowel's blade drive system. Its multi-ribbed profile increases surface contact compared to a standard V-belt, allowing higher torque transfer in a compact footprint — critical on ride-on trowels where consistent blade speed directly affects finish quality. When this belt stretches, cracks, or loses rib integrity, drive slippage occurs, blade rotation becomes inconsistent, and the concrete surface finish suffers. Replacing the belt at the first sign of wear keeps the drive system operating at full efficiency.
Part Details
| Part Number | 42602-71 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Poly-V Belt |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| Whiteman Ride-On Power Trowels | HTX6H |
| Whiteman Ride-On Power Trowels | STX6H |
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Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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