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Continental Starters

Sky-tec Starters for Continental Engines

Your Modern, Lightweight Alternative to Legacy Factory Units

Engineered to deliver fast spin-up, strong cranking torque, and reliable starts across the Continental piston lineup. Each series is purpose-built around a common goal: protect the Continental starter adapter through low back-drive torque and controlled engagement, while shaving useful weight off the airframe.

Available starters include 4-cylinder and 6-cylinder applications, 12V and 24V systems, and STC'd push-button conversion options, pick the series that matches your engine, ring gear, and electrical configuration.

Energizer Style Series

  • Heavy-duty direct-drive motor delivers high cranking torque for confident starts in cold weather and high-compression engines
  • Fast spin-up helps prevent damaging engine kickbacks during start sequences
  • Low back-drive torque protects your Continental starter adapter, reducing wear and extending adapter life

PM Series

  • High-torque direct-drive motor delivers fast, dependable starts across the Continental engine lineup
  • Fast spin-up helps prevent kickbacks that can damage your engine and starter
  • Low back-drive torque protects your Continental starter adapter for longer service life

Powerlite Series

  • Lightweight direct-drive motor saves valuable, useful load on your aircraft without sacrificing cranking power
  • Ball-bearing motor design reduces internal friction and heat, extending starter life and improving cold-weather performance
  • Low back-drive torque protects your Continental starter adapter from wear and damage
  • A proven upgrade over heavier factory starters

ST2 Series

  • Compatible with all 4-cylinder Continental engines, including O-200, O-300, and similar piston aircraft engines
  • Self-resetting Kickback Protection System guards your engine and starter from damaging kickback events
  • Low back-drive torque protects the Continental starter adapter for extended service life

ST2/S Series

  • FAA STC kit converts your 4-cylinder Continental aircraft to modern electric push-button start
  • Includes the Sky-Tec ST2 starter with self-resetting Kickback Protection System
  • Continental engine starter replacement and ignition-system upgrade in one kit

ST5 Series

  • Gear-reduced motor delivers excellent starting torque for 6-cylinder and high-compression Continental engines
  • Solenoid engagement protects the Continental starter adapter from shock loads during start
  • Lightweight design saves useful load compared to heavier factory starters
Part Number Condition Series Voltage Weight (lbs) Kickback Protection Notes

C12ST2

New

ST2

12

8.9

KPS-Clutch

For Factory Key Start Engines. Replaces Prestolite MZ-4214(R), CMI 634464

C12ST2/S

New

ST2/S

12

8.9

KPS-Clutch

For Factory Key Start or Engines modified by STC ES10076SC

KCST2

New

ST2

12

8.9

KPS-Clutch

Complete STC Pull Start Conversion Kit for O Series Engines only

C12ST5

New

ST5

12

9.4

C24ST5

New

ST5

24

9.4

ES646238-2

New

Energizer

12

14.5

Replaces CMG 646238-2 Energizer

ES646275-1

New

Energizer

24

14.5

Replaces CMG 646275-1 Energizer

PL13459

New

Powerlite

12

14

Direct Drive. Replaces CMG 646238 Energizer

PL13484

New

Powerlite

24

14

Direct Drive. Replaces CMIG 646275-1 Energizer

PM2407

New

PM Series

24

9.9

Direct Drive. Replaces CMIG 646275 Energizer

12RX

New

Rotax

12

Rotax

For the Sky-Tec fit guide, click here.

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