The present invention refers to a linear engine for compressor, and to a compressor provided with a linear engine. The linear engine for compressor comprises at least a stator consisting of a first core (2) and a second core (3), and at least a cursor (4), wherein said first core (2), cursor (4) and second core (3) are concentrically disposed. Said first core (2) is substantially defined by at least two different bodies (21, 22) and provides attaching means (6, 7) between said two bodies (21, 22).