✅ Compatibility

• Make: John Deere
• OEM / Cross Reference Part Numbers:
  • John Deere: RE501294, RE501298, RE69704, RE70957, SE501403, TY24439
  • Denso: 228000-4630, 228000-4631, 228000-5280, 228000-5281, 228000-6530, 228000-6531, 228000-6532, 228000-653, 228000-7870, 228000-7871, 228000-7872, 228000-7873, 9722809-787, TG228080-6532
  • Lester: 18018, 18567
  • Wilson: 91-29-5458, 91-29-5458N
  • Atlantic Quality Parts: 1400-0120
  • PIC: 190-890, 190-890A
• Fits John Deere Construction Equipment:
  • Backhoe Loaders: 210LE (Diesel, 1997–2000), 710D (Diesel, 1990)
  • Bulldozer / Dozer Crawlers: 450H, 450J (70HP), 550H, 550J (84HP), 650H, 650J (99HP)
  • Log Loaders / Skidders: 530B, 535, 643J (6.8L Diesel), 660D, 460D, 560D
• Fits John Deere Agricultural / Specialty Equipment:
  • Combines / Harvesters: 2256, 2258, 2264, 2266
  • Sprayers: 4720, 4730 (Diesel), 4830 (Diesel), 4920, 4995, 6650
  • Tractor: 1550 (8.1L)
• Fits John Deere Industrial / Marine Engines:
  • 4045DFM50, 4045DFM70 (4.5L 4-cyl, 2004–2007)
  • 4045TFM50, 4045TFM75 (4.5L 4-cyl, 2004–2007)
  • 6059, 6068, 6076 (engine family)
  • 6068SFM50, 6068SFM75 (6.8L 6-cyl, 2004–2007)
  • 6068TFM50, 6068TFM75, 6068TFM76 (6.8L 6-cyl, 2004–2007)
  • 6081AFM01, 6081AFM75 (8.1L 6-cyl, 2004–2007)
• ⚠️ Wet Clutch Seal Equipped: This starter includes a wet clutch seal — required for applications where the starter is exposed to oil splash, moisture, or submersion in wet working environments. Verify your application requires a wet clutch seal starter before ordering.
• Note: Verify your John Deere machine model, serial number, engine type, and existing starter part number before ordering. Contact us for fitment confirmation.

🔧 Product Highlights

• Direct OEM Replacement — Denso R-Series OSGR 4kW Heavy-Duty Starter: Drop-in fit for all compatible John Deere construction, agricultural, and industrial engine applications — matches original John Deere RE501294 / Denso 228000-6530 starter specifications including 12V voltage, 11-tooth drive gear (1.575 in / 40mm OD), 4kW output, CW rotation, OSGR type, and 3× 11.5mm unthreaded mounting holes
• 4kW / 5.36HP — The Highest-Output Heavy-Duty Starter in This Class: At 4kW / 5.36HP, this is one of the highest-output starters in the John Deere heavy equipment aftermarket — providing exceptional cranking torque for reliable cold-start performance on large-displacement John Deere 4.5L, 6.8L, and 8.1L inline engines in demanding construction and agricultural applications
• Wet Clutch Seal — Essential for Wet and Submersion-Exposed Applications: The wet clutch seal protects the starter’s internal drive mechanism from oil splash, moisture ingress, and intermittent submersion — critical for John Deere bulldozers, log loaders, and equipment working in wet, muddy, or water-crossing environments where standard starters would fail prematurely
• 25 OEM Cross-Reference Numbers — John Deere / Denso / Lester / Wilson / Atlantic / PIC: With 25 cross-reference numbers across John Deere, Denso, Lester, Wilson, Atlantic Quality Parts, and PIC — this is one of the most cross-referenced heavy-duty John Deere starters in the aftermarket. This wide coverage ensures correct identification across construction equipment dealers, agricultural parts distributors, and independent service shops
• John Deere PowerTech 4045 / 6068 / 6081 — John Deere’s Most Widely Deployed Heavy-Duty Engine Family: The John Deere PowerTech 4.5L (4045), 6.8L (6068), and 8.1L (6081) engine families are among John Deere’s most widely deployed heavy-duty diesel engine platforms — powering construction equipment, agricultural machinery, industrial generator sets, and marine applications globally. The RE501294 starter is a critical maintenance component across the entire PowerTech engine lineup
• John Deere Bulldozers 450J–650J — John Deere’s Professional-Grade Construction Dozer Lineup: The John Deere 450J, 550J, and 650J are John Deere’s professional-grade construction dozer crawler lineup — deployed by earthmoving contractors, road builders, and mining operations globally. These machines frequently work in wet and muddy conditions where the wet clutch seal starter is essential for reliable operation

📦 What's Included

• 1× Starter Motor 12V 11T 4kW CW OSGR with Wet Clutch Seal — New Aftermarket (John Deere RE501294 / Denso 228000-6530)

🔑 Key Specs

• John Deere Part Numbers: RE501294, RE501298, RE69704, RE70957, SE501403, TY24439
• Denso Part Numbers: 228000-4630, 228000-4631, 228000-5280, 228000-5281, 228000-6530, 228000-6531, 228000-6532, 228000-7870, 228000-7871, 228000-7872, 228000-7873, TG228080-6532
• Other References: Lester 18018 / 18567 — Wilson 91-29-5458 / 91-29-5458N — Atlantic 1400-0120 — PIC 190-890 / 190-890A
• Voltage: 12V
• Drive Gear Teeth: 11T (11-tooth)
• Gear OD: 1.575 in / 40mm
• Power Output: 4kW / 5.36HP
• Rotation: Clockwise (CW)
• Starter Type: OSGR (Over-running Clutch Gear Reduction) — Denso R-series
• Wet Clutch Seal: Yes — oil splash and moisture protected
• Mounting: 3× 11.5mm unthreaded mounting holes
• Weight: 23.85 lbs / 10.84 kg
• Compatible Engines: John Deere PowerTech 4045 (4.5L) / 6068 (6.8L) / 6081 (8.1L) / 6059 / 6076
• Application: Construction equipment / agricultural machinery / industrial engines / marine engines
• Condition: New Aftermarket
• SKU: RE501294

⚠️ This starter includes a wet clutch seal for wet and moisture-exposed applications. Please verify your John Deere machine model, serial number, engine type (PowerTech 4045 / 6068 / 6081), and existing starter part number before purchasing. Contact us with your machine serial number if unsure — we are happy to confirm fitment.