Description
Overview:
The Drive Pinion for Kohler Engines (OEM No. 12 239 01-S) is a genuine Kohler spare designed to restore precise gear engagement in small petrol engines used on lawn and garden machinery, compact construction equipment, generators, and pumps. This precision‐machined steel pinion meshes with the mating gear train to transmit drive smoothly and efficiently, helping maintain consistent performance under load. Built for durability and stability, it is a direct-fit replacement that supports correct alignment and minimal backlash when installed to specification. If your existing pinion shows chipped teeth, excessive wear, or noisy operation, replacing it with this genuine part helps protect surrounding components and keep your engine performing as intended.
Key Features:
- Genuine Kohler part for assured compatibility and quality
- OEM Number: 12 239 01-S for straightforward identification
- Precision‐machined steel construction for wear resistance
- Clean, reliable meshing to protect companion gears
- Direct-fit design to match the original geometry
- Helps maintain smooth power transmission and engine efficiency
- Suitable for a range of Kohler engine applications across turf and light industrial machinery
- Stable performance in varied operating temperatures and conditions
- Supports quick, fuss-free replacement with standard workshop tools
Typical Applications:
Used in Kohler engine gear trains on equipment such as ride-on and walk-behind mowers, turf care machines, compact plate compactors, light generators, water pumps, and similar machinery. Ideal for preventative maintenance or repair when gear teeth wear, chip, or develop noise, helping to extend the service life of the engine and reduce the risk of damage to mating gears.
Also known as:
Drive gear, gear pinion, engine pinion, power transmission pinion, toothed drive gear, Kohler pinion gear. These alternative terms refer to the same component responsible for engaging with a companion gear to transfer rotational motion within the engine assembly.
Alternate Part Numbers:
12 239 01S, 1223901-S, 1223901S
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 12 239 01-S |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Engines |
| Fits Brands | Kohler |
| Key Features | - Genuine Kohler part ensures compatibility and quality - Precision‐machined steel for wear resistance - Direct-fit design matches original geometry - Suitable for various Kohler engine applications - Supports smooth power transmission and engine efficiency |

