MPA Electrical 246-31132 Starter

Brand MPA Electrical 246-31132
Product line New
Fits Blue Bird, Capacity Of Texas, Freightliner, International, and Thomas · 152 vehicles

New replacement unit. Built for starter service in commercial charging and starting systems.

12V, 3.3 kW output. Matches applications that require a higher-capacity starter configuration.

Denso-style design. Uses a 10-tooth clockwise pinion and wet non-drive-end layout.

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Starter for heavy-duty applications

MPA Electrical starter 246-31132 is a new replacement starter for a wide range of commercial buses and medium-duty trucks. It is built for 12V systems and matches applications that use a 3.3 kW starter with a 10-tooth clockwise pinion and wet, non-drive-end Denso-style replacement design.

Key features

  • New starter assembly for charging and starting system service
  • 12V, 3.3 kW output for demanding commercial use
  • 10-tooth clockwise pinion configuration
  • Wet, non-drive-end Denso replacement design
  • Fits multiple Freightliner, International, Blue Bird, Thomas, and Capacity of Texas applications

Fitment details

Compatible with heavy-duty platforms including Freightliner M2 106, Freightliner MC Line, Freightliner XB Straight Rail, International 7300, and Blue Bird Vision School Bus. This starter also fits Freightliner B2, Freightliner MT45, Freightliner MT55, Freightliner XC Raised Rail, Thomas Saf-T-Liner, and Thomas Transit Liner applications with the listed starter configuration. Part number 246-31132 is also used across select Capacity of Texas TJ6500 and TJ7000 models.

Common replacement reasons

  • Engine cranks slowly or not at all
  • Starter engagement is inconsistent
  • Electrical starting system shows wear or failure
  • Original starter matches the Denso-style configuration listed
  • Vehicle requires a 12V, 3.3 kW starter with a 10-tooth clockwise pinion

Installation notes and quality

Verify the electrical system voltage, pinion tooth count, rotation, and mounting configuration before installation. Confirm the application against the existing starter specifications and vehicle fitment data for Freightliner, International, and Blue Bird models. MPA Electrical identifies this unit as a new replacement starter, and part number 246-31132 should be matched to the listed configuration before service.

This part fits 152 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelLitersCylindersNotes
2019International73006.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2019ThomasSaf-T-Liner6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2019ThomasTransit Liner6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2018Blue BirdVision School Bus6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2018International73006.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2018ThomasSaf-T-Liner6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2018ThomasTransit Liner6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2017Blue BirdAll American FE6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2017Blue BirdAll American RE6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2017Blue BirdSHL All American6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2017Blue BirdVision School Bus6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2017FreightlinerB26.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2017FreightlinerMB Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2017FreightlinerMT456.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2017FreightlinerMT556.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2017FreightlinerS2C6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2017FreightlinerXC Raised Rail6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2017International43006.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2017International73006.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2017ThomasSaf-T-Liner6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2017ThomasTransit Liner6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2016Blue BirdAll American FE6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2016Blue BirdAll American RE6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2016Blue BirdVision School Bus6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2016Capacity Of TexasTJ65006.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2016FreightlinerB26.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2016FreightlinerMB Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2016FreightlinerMC Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2016FreightlinerMT456.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2016FreightlinerMT556.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2016FreightlinerS2C6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2016FreightlinerXB Straight Rail6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2016FreightlinerXBA6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2016FreightlinerXC Raised Rail6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2016International43006.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2016International73006.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2016ThomasSaf-T-Liner6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2015Blue BirdAll American FE6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2015Blue BirdAll American RE6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2015Blue BirdVision School Bus6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2015Capacity Of TexasTJ65006.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2015Freightliner108SD6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2015FreightlinerB26.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2015FreightlinerM2 1066.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2015FreightlinerMB Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2015FreightlinerMC Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2015FreightlinerMT456.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2015FreightlinerMT556.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2015FreightlinerS2C6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2015FreightlinerXB Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2015FreightlinerXB Straight Rail6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2015FreightlinerXBA6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2015FreightlinerXC Raised Rail6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2015International43006.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2014Blue BirdAll American FE6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2014Blue BirdAll American RE6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2014Blue BirdVision School Bus6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2014Capacity Of TexasTJ65006.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2014Capacity Of TexasTJ70006.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2014Freightliner108SD6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2014FreightlinerB26.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2014FreightlinerM2 1066.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2014FreightlinerMB Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2014FreightlinerMC Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2014FreightlinerMT456.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2014FreightlinerMT556.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2014FreightlinerS2C6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2014FreightlinerXB Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2014FreightlinerXB Straight Rail6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2014FreightlinerXC Raised Rail6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2014International43006.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2013Blue BirdAll American FE6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2013Blue BirdAll American RE6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2013Blue BirdVision School Bus6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2013Capacity Of TexasTJ65006.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2013Capacity Of TexasTJ70006.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2013Freightliner108SD6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2013FreightlinerB26.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2013FreightlinerM2 1066.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2013FreightlinerMB Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2013FreightlinerMC Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2013FreightlinerMT456.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2013FreightlinerMT556.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2013FreightlinerS2C6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2013FreightlinerXB Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2013FreightlinerXB Straight Rail6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2013FreightlinerXC Raised Rail6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2012Blue BirdAll American FE6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2012Blue BirdAll American RE6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2012Blue BirdVision School Bus6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2012Capacity Of TexasTJ65006.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2012FreightlinerB26.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2012FreightlinerM2 1066.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2012FreightlinerMB Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2012FreightlinerMC Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2012FreightlinerMT456.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2012FreightlinerMT556.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2012FreightlinerXB Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2012FreightlinerXB Straight Rail6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2012FreightlinerXC Raised Rail6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2011Blue BirdAll American FE6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2011Blue BirdAll American RE6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2011Blue BirdVision School Bus6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2011Capacity Of TexasTJ65006.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2011FreightlinerB26.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2011FreightlinerM2 1066.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2011FreightlinerMB Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2011FreightlinerMC Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2011FreightlinerMT456.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2011FreightlinerMT556.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2011FreightlinerS26.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2011FreightlinerXB Straight Rail6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2011FreightlinerXC Raised Rail6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2010Blue BirdAll American FE6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2010Blue BirdAll American RE6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2010Blue BirdVision School Bus6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2010FreightlinerB26.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2010FreightlinerM2 1066.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2010FreightlinerMB Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2010FreightlinerMC Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2010FreightlinerMT456.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2010FreightlinerMT556.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2010FreightlinerXB Straight Rail6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2010FreightlinerXC Raised Rail6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2009Blue BirdAll American FE6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2009Blue BirdAll American RE6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2009Blue BirdVision School Bus6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2009FreightlinerB26.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2009FreightlinerM2 1066.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2009FreightlinerMB Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2009FreightlinerMC Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2009FreightlinerMT456.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2009FreightlinerMT556.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2009FreightlinerS26.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2009FreightlinerXB Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2009FreightlinerXB Straight Rail6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2009FreightlinerXC Raised Rail6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2008Blue BirdAll American FE6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2008Blue BirdAll American RE6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2008Blue BirdVision School Bus6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2008FreightlinerB26.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2008FreightlinerM2 1066.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2008FreightlinerMB Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2008FreightlinerMC Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2008FreightlinerMT456.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2008FreightlinerMT556.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2008FreightlinerS26.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2008FreightlinerXB Straight Rail6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2008FreightlinerXC Raised Rail6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2007FreightlinerMB Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2007FreightlinerMC Line6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New
2007FreightlinerXB Straight Rail6.7LL6STR 12V 3.3kW 10T CW PLGR WET ND DENSO OPT REPLACEMENT; New