This genuine Stihl clutch housing is a robust replacement component for professional clearing saws, designed to support and protect the centrifugal clutch assembly and keep the drive system correctly aligned. Precision made from durable die‐cast aluminium alloy with accurately machined mounting faces, it delivers reliable performance under constant load and vibration. Intended for Stihl FS 490 C and FS 510 C machines, it helps maintain smooth power transfer from the engine to the shaft while shielding moving parts from debris. Supplied to original equipment specification (OE No. 4148 160 0606), it is an ideal choice when refurbishing a heavily used saw or replacing a cracked or worn housing to restore dependable operation and extend service life in demanding site conditions.

Key Features:
– Genuine Stihl part for assured compatibility and OE build quality
– Direct replacement housing for worn or damaged units, maintaining correct tolerances
– Tough die‐cast aluminium alloy construction for strength and long service life
– Precision machining helps keep clutch and drive components in true alignment
– Supports smooth clutch engagement to reduce premature wear on related parts
– Retains original mounting points for straightforward refitting with existing hardware
– Designed for continuous use in forestry, landscaping, estate and agricultural work
– Manufactured to withstand impact, heat and vibration typical of heavy brushcutting

Typical Applications:
Used when a clearing saw has suffered impact damage, casing cracks, excessive wear or misalignment issues that affect clutch operation. Suitable for restoring reliable drive engagement on Stihl professional brushcutters used for clearing dense vegetation, brambles and saplings, maintaining paths and fencing lines, and general estate or roadside maintenance where robust, repeatable performance is required.

Also known as:
Clutch cover, clutch casing, clutch case, clutch body, clutch housing assembly, clutch shell. These terms are commonly used for the engine‐side housing that supports and protects the centrifugal clutch and associated drive components on professional brushcutters and clearing saws.

Fits Models:
FS 490 C, FS 510 C, FS 560 C, FS490C, FS510C, FS560C

Alternate Part Numbers:
4148-160-0606, 41481600606

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