Key Features

• Genuine Briggs & Stratton OEM valve cover gasket, part 272323, engineered to original equipment specifications for precise fit and reliable sealing.
• Leak-prevention design seals the junction between the valve cover and cylinder head, helping block oil seepage and maintain clean operation around the rocker area.
• Durable, oil-resistant gasket material designed to withstand engine heat, oil exposure, and vibration, with strong resistance to compression set over time.
• Precision fitment with factory-matched shape and hole pattern to ensure correct alignment and seal on the intended valve cover assembly.
• Clear part reference and cross-reference: 272323 confirms correct OEM gasket; cross-reference T272323 appears in some diagrams for related engine diagrams.

Product Details

• Product Type: Valve Cover / Rocker Cover Gasket
• Part Reference: 272323
• Location: Between valve cover and cylinder head
• Material: Oil-resistant gasket material
• Function: Creates an oil-tight seal to maintain lubrication, prevent contamination ingress, and reduce oil mess around the rocker area
• OEM Standards: Genuine Briggs & Stratton OEM component, manufactured to Briggs & Stratton original equipment specifications
• Engine Compatibility Notes: Intended for select Briggs & Stratton small gasoline engines; particularly Europa series engines with model numbers beginning with “09.” Exact fitment depends on the engine’s Model–Type–Code and official parts diagram
• Replaces / Supersedes: 272323; cross-references may include T272323 in some diagrams
• Fitment Tip: Verify your engine’s Model–Type–Code (stamped on the data tag) and consult the Briggs & Stratton parts diagram to confirm 272323 is correct for your valve cover assembly

Compatibility

• Designed for horizontal shaft Briggs & Stratton small engines used in residential mower applications
• Particularly compatible with Europa series engines bearing model numbers that start with “09”; exact compatibility depends on Model–Type–Code
• Suitable for engines that specify an OEM valve cover gasket from Briggs & Stratton in their parts diagrams
• When replacing, reference the official Briggs & Stratton parts diagram to confirm 272323 is correct for your head design and bolt pattern