The invention relates to an intermediate gear type starter comprising a movable coupling body (47) which is mounted on the intermediate shaft (24) in such a manner as to slide together with the intermediate gear (46). The movable coupling body comprises: a locking portion (47b) which is engaged with the over-running clutch (7): and a cover portion for closing the opening formed on the internal combustion engine side. The over-running clutch (7) is axially coupled to the intermediate gear (46) through the movable coupling body (47). <IMAGE>
