Warner 5218-208 / 5218208, 5218-270 / 5218270 and 5218-385 / 5218385 can be confusing to compare. Warner lists the same 1-1/8-inch bore, clockwise rotation, reverse mounting and 7.39-inch pulley/flange outside diameter for all three. Yet the manufacturer numbers and some Warner specifications differ. A match on those four headline measurements does not make the clutches interchangeable.
This guide connects each Warner number to its documented manufacturer number and the corresponding PTO Direct USA replacement listing. Read the complete number on your old clutch and check your mower's model and serial information before buying.
Quick Comparison: Three Different Warner Routes
The torque and cable details below are Warner's published specifications for Warner-made clutches. They do not establish torque ratings or included parts for any aftermarket product linked later in this article.
| Warner number | Manufacturer number Warner lists | Warner torque rating | Warner cable accessory |
|---|---|---|---|
|
5218-208 / 5218208 Replaces 5218-167 / 5218167 |
116-1605, 255-4520 Verify with Warner |
200 lb-ft | Not included |
|
5218-270 / 5218270 Replaces 5218-141 / 5218141 |
Toro 110-0449, 255-5030 Verify with Warner |
175 lb-ft | Not included |
| 5218-385 / 5218385 | John Deere TCA23182 Verify with Warner |
200 lb-ft | Warner 5218-251-004 included with Warner's unit |
What the table tells you: Warner groups these clutches under distinct part numbers and manufacturer applications. Warner's 5218-270 / 5218270 also has a different published torque rating than 5218-208 / 5218208 and 5218-385 / 5218385. Do not use torque or pulley diameter alone to substitute one numbered clutch for another.
Find the Replacement Path That Matches Your Original
116-1605 / Warner 5218-208 / 5218208
Warner lists 116-1605 and 255-4520 as manufacturer numbers for 5218-208, its service replacement for 5218-167 / 5218167. Our aftermarket 116-1605 clutch listing shows its own 7-1/4-inch nominal pulley, connector and included spacer hardware. Compare that listing with your original unit.
Toro 110-0449 / Warner 5218-270 / 5218270
Warner identifies 5218-270 / 5218270 as replacing 5218-141 / 5218141 and lists Toro 110-0449 as a manufacturer number. Our 110-0449 clutch listing covers select Z Master Z500 and Z528 applications with model- and serial-specific checks. The aftermarket pulley on that listing is specified at 7.15 inches; Warner's 7.39-inch number is its own pulley/flange outside-diameter specification.
John Deere TCA23182 / Warner 5218-385 / 5218385
Warner lists TCA23182 as the manufacturer number for 5218-385 / 5218385. Our TCA23182 clutch listing is organized around select John Deere Quik-Trak applications. Check the specific mower and serial information and compare the original label, connector and pulley style before ordering.
Why a Shared 7.39-Inch Warner Dimension Is Not Enough
Warner labels 7.39 inches as pulley/flange outside diameter for its three original clutch assemblies. Aftermarket listings may use a nominal pulley diameter or a measurement from the pulley on hand. Those figures cannot, by themselves, establish belt alignment or interchangeability. Check the belt groove and offset against your old part and read the measurement description on the exact product listing.
Also compare the complete clutch number, OEM part number, mower model and serial number, electrical connector, anti-rotation setup and included hardware. The manufacturer number and the physical assembly together are much stronger evidence than an isolated measurement.
Label Missing? Check These Five Details
- Mower identification: Photograph the full model and serial tag and check the matching parts information.
- Old clutch: Look for the complete Warner number, including a hyphenated suffix or revision, anywhere on the housing.
- Pulley: Photograph the belt groove, measure the outer flange and check the pulley position relative to the mounting face.
- Mounting and wiring: Show the anti-rotation restraint, connector face, wire routing and any adapter harness.
- Engine shaft: Confirm the 1-1/8-inch shaft, keyway and the hardware present on your mower.
Send those photos to the PTO Direct USA Parts Desk or text 541-361-8778. Fitment support before and after purchase.
Common Questions
Does Warner 5218-208 / 5218208 replace 5218-167 / 5218167?
Yes. Warner lists 5218-208 as the service replacement for 5218-167. Check the aftermarket product's connector, pulley and included parts separately when choosing a non-Warner replacement.
Does Warner 5218-270 / 5218270 replace 5218-141 / 5218141?
Yes. Warner identifies that service replacement and associates 5218-270 with Toro 110-0449. Confirm the Toro model and serial range on the actual replacement listing.
Can I use any of these three clutches if my shaft and pulley measurements match?
No interchange is established by those measurements alone. Start with the complete Warner or OEM number, then verify the mower application, connector, pulley/belt alignment and mounting hardware.
Need to check another suffix? Use our Warner 5218 PTO clutch cross-reference lookup, or browse the Warner clutch directory.