Caterpillar 641
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Caterpillar 641

Maintenance schedule, common problems & OEM parts breakdown

The Caterpillar 641 is a single-engine wheel tractor-scraper, the large-capacity middle ground of Cat's 600-series scraper family launched in 1962 alongside the 630A, 631A, 632, 650, 651, 657, 660, and 666. Every 641 and 641B ran the Caterpillar D346, a 60-degree V8 turbocharged diesel of 19.5 L (1,190 cu in): 450 hp at introduction in 1962, raised to roughly 500 hp by the mid-1960s, and uprated again to 550 hp in the 641B from 1969. Operating weight runs roughly 110,000-119,000 lb (50,000-54,000 kg) depending on series and configuration, with a bowl rated at 28 cu yd struck and 38 cu yd heaped. The original 641 used a nine-speed powershift planetary transmission; the 641B switched to an eight-speed semi-automatic unit. Both series controlled the bowl, apron, and ejector entirely by hydraulics, a break from Cat's earlier cable-operated scrapers, and both carried air-operated shoe brakes backed by a factory-standard hydraulic retarder. Caterpillar offered the line only as an open-bowl configuration; no elevating or push-pull variant reached production. The 641 ran from 1962 to 1978.

The 641B, introduced in 1969, is the one major generational change: the same D346 engine family uprated to 550 hp, a new eight-speed semi-automatic transmission that needed less operator input than the original nine-speed powershift, and the same hydraulic bowl/apron/ejector architecture and brake/retarder layout carried over unchanged. Caterpillar discontinued the 641 in 1978 without a direct one-for-one successor in that capacity class; the larger 651 and 657 lines continued in the catalog while the 641's specific slot in the range closed out. That makes surviving 641 and 641B units a collector- and vintage-fleet proposition today: factory documentation predates Cat's digital SEBU-format OMM, so service information survives only in print shop and parts manuals, and drivetrain parts such as D346 engine components, powershift clutch packs, and final drive gearing are scarce enough that sourcing, not machine condition, is often the limiting factor in keeping a 641 working.

Below: full specifications, fluids & capacities, the factory service schedule, common service parts, verified fault codes, what owners discuss, attachment guidance, the complete assembly directory, and a serial-number reference. Complete parts lists with full OEM part numbers, exploded diagrams, quantities, and fitment data are available free in Heavy Parts AI.

Caterpillar 641 specifications

Engine

Engine modelCat D346, 60-degree V8 turbocharged diesel
Gross power (early production)336 kW (450 hp) @ 1900 rpm at initial 1962 launch
Gross power (mid-production, from 1965)373 kW (500 hp) flywheel @ 1900 rpm, same D346 block
Gross power (641B update series)410 kW (550 hp) @ 1900 rpm; 641B pairs the D346 with a new 8-speed semi-automatic transmission in place of the original 9-speed powershift
Displacement19.5 L (1190 cu in)
Cylinders8 (V8)
Transmission (original 641)9-speed full powershift, barrel-type planetary, with downshift inhibitor
Emissions tierNot applicable; machine produced 1962-1978, predates emissions-tier regulation

Weights

Operating weight, empty (original 641)approx. 43 t (47.4 tons) per period technical literature; treat as approximate, single-sourced figure
Operating weight, loaded (original 641)approx. 81 t (89 tons)
Operating weight, empty (641B update series)53,978 kg (119,000 lb); reflects the re-engined, heavier-transmission configuration, not the original 641
Ground pressureNot documented in available sources

Dimensions

Overall length (original 641)14.73 m (48 ft 4 in)
Overall width (original 641)4.11 m (13 ft 6 in)
Overall height (original 641)3.99 m (13 ft 1 in)
Overall length (641B)approx. 14.97-14.99 m (49 ft 1-2 in)
Overall width (641B)4.05-4.06 m (13 ft 4 in)
Overall height (641B)4.36-4.37 m (14 ft 3-4 in)
Wheelbase (641B)9.45 m (31 ft); not separately documented for the original 641
Turning circle (original 641)13.59 m (44 ft 7 in)
Tire size (original 641)33.5x39, standard fitment
Tire size (641B)37.5x39, 36-ply rating
Ground clearanceNot documented in available sources

Performance

Top travel speed (original 641)approx. 48 km/h (30 mph), top transmission range
Top travel speed (641B)51.5 km/h (32 mph)
Bowl capacity, struck21.4 m3 (28 cu yd)
Bowl capacity, heaped29.05 m3 (38 cu yd)
Width of cut3.47 m (11.4 ft); figure carried from 641B factory data, bowl geometry unchanged across the series
Maximum depth of cut40.6 cm (16 in); figure carried from 641B factory data
Braking systemAir-actuated shoe-type brakes, factory hydraulic retarder standard to extend brake-shoe life
Steering systemFull-hydraulic, twin double-acting cylinders on torque-multiplying linkages at the gooseneck hitch, roughly 90-degree articulation range
Gradeability / drawbar pullNot documented in available sources

Service capacities (summary)

Fuel tankapprox. 1060 L (280 US gal); factory figure for the 641B update series, not independently confirmed for the original 641
Hydraulic systemNot documented in available sources
Engine oilNot documented in available sources
Cooling systemNot documented in available sources

Values vary by configuration, region, and serial range — confirm against your machine before planning transport or lifts.

641 fluids & capacities

SystemCapacityRecommended fluid
Engine crankcase (with filter) - D346 V8 turbocharged dieselNot documented in any source accessible for this pre-1978 machine. Crankcase volume for the D346 V8 varies by oil pan and filter configuration fitted at the factory. Confirm against the machine's data plate and the original printed OMM for the serial prefix on hand.Engine takes a heavy-duty diesel engine oil meeting the API/Caterpillar service classification current when the machine was built. No specific branded product name is confirmed for the 641 in accessible sources; period practice on this class of machine called for a multigrade oil selected by ambient temperature, warmer grades in hot climates and lighter winter grades in cold starts. Verify the exact grade call-out against the original OMM or a dealer parts/service archive.
Cooling systemNot documented in accessible sources for this model.Water/glycol antifreeze-coolant mix appropriate to climate, per standard Caterpillar cooling-system practice of the era. Specific product name not confirmed for the 641; verify against the original OMM.
Fuel tankNot documented in accessible sources for this model. Later, more powerful 641B tractor-scrapers in the same family are commonly cited around 1,060 liters (280 US gal), but this figure is not confirmed as applying to the earlier 641 and should not be treated as a match.Diesel fuel per Caterpillar's standard specification for turbocharged diesel engines of the period.
Transmission - nine-speed powershift planetary (with retarder)Not documented in accessible sources for this model.Powershift transmission and retarder oil per Caterpillar's transmission/drive-train oil specification of the era. Specific branded product name not confirmed for the 641; verify against the original OMM.
Differential / bevel gear caseNot documented in accessible sources for this model.Gear oil per Caterpillar's final-drive and axle oil specification. Specific branded product name not confirmed for the 641; verify against the original OMM.
Final drives (each side)Not documented in accessible sources for this model.Gear oil per Caterpillar's final-drive and axle oil specification, same family as the differential fill. Specific branded product name not confirmed for the 641; verify against the original OMM.
Hydraulic system and tank (scraper bowl/apron/ejector, steering)Not documented in accessible sources for this model.Hydraulic oil per Caterpillar's hydraulic system oil specification of the era. Specific branded product name not confirmed for the 641; verify against the original OMM. On tractor-scrapers of this vintage the hydraulic and power-train oil circuits are sometimes shared rather than separate - confirm circuit layout against the OMM before mixing fluids.
Grease points (chassis, hitch, cylinder pins)Spec only - not a refill volume.Multipurpose chassis grease per Caterpillar's standard grease specification for construction equipment of the era. Specific branded product name not confirmed for the 641.

Capacities are refill values from factory literature — always fill to the dipstick/sight gauge, not the number.

Caterpillar 641 maintenance schedule

Service intervalTasks
Every 50 h
  • Check engine oil, coolant, and fuel/water separator before each shift
  • Inspect tires, rims, and wheel lug torque on the tandem rear axle
  • Check powershift transmission oil level with the D346 at operating temperature
  • Grease the articulation hitch, apron and ejector cylinder pins, and steering knuckles
  • Drain moisture from the air brake reservoir
  • Inspect apron and ejector hydraulic hoses and cylinders for leaks or chafing
Every 250 h
  • Change engine oil and filter on the D346 V8
  • Service the air cleaner primary element and check the restriction indicator
  • Check final drive oil level in both wheel final drives
  • Inspect and adjust air brake shoe clearance
  • Check hydraulic retarder fluid level
  • Cycle the bowl, apron, and ejector control levers and check for hydraulic drift
Every 500 h
  • Change powershift transmission oil and filter (nine-speed on the 641, eight-speed semi-automatic on the 641B)
  • Change the hydraulic tank filter serving the bowl/apron/ejector circuit
  • Change final drive oil in both wheels
  • Inspect universal joints and driveline slip joints for wear
  • Check king pin and tie rod end play on the steering axle
  • Torque wheel rim clamps
Every 1,000 h
  • Test engine coolant condition and additive concentration
  • Change hydraulic tank oil for the bowl/apron/ejector system
  • Inspect the turbocharger for shaft play and oil leakage
  • Check and adjust D346 valve lash
  • Inspect the bowl cutting edge and end bits for wear and rotate or replace
  • Pressure-test the air brake system and retarder circuit
Every 2,000 h
  • Inspect and reline brake shoes and drums as needed
  • Inspect powershift clutch packs for wear using oil analysis trending
  • Open and inspect wheel final drive planetary gears and bearings
  • Inspect the frame, gooseneck, and hitch structure for cracks
  • Evaluate the turbocharger for overhaul based on oil analysis and boost trend
  • Check and re-torque engine-to-transmission and transmission-to-final-drive mounting bolts
Every 6,000 h
  • Flush the cooling system and replace all coolant
  • Pull a full fluid analysis panel across engine, transmission, final drive, and hydraulic systems
  • Overhaul the D346 injection pump and turbocharger
  • Rebuild the powershift transmission clutch packs and valve body
  • Inspect and replace worn bowl floor and side sheets
  • Replace major rubber hoses on schedule regardless of visual condition, due to age-hardening

Servicing the 641 beyond the schedule

Predictive Maintenance & Fluid Analysis

Run scheduled oil sampling on the D346 V8 turbo diesel to catch injection pump and turbocharger wear before failure; these engines predate onboard diagnostics. Trend powershift transmission oil (9-speed on the 641, 8-speed semi-automatic on the 641B) for clutch pack wear. Sample final drive oil in both wheels for planetary gear and bearing condition, and analyze hydraulic tank fluid from the bowl/apron/ejector circuit for cylinder and pump wear metals. Test coolant SCA level regularly to protect the cast-iron V8 block from cavitation and corrosion.

Corrective & Common Repairs

Expect apron and ejector hydraulic cylinder reseals and hose replacement as the primary wear item, since the 641 controls the bowl, apron, and ejector entirely by hydraulics rather than cable. Turbocharger shaft play and housing oil leaks on the D346 are common corrective jobs. Air-operated brake shoes and drums need periodic relining, and the hydraulic retarder should be checked alongside them. Inspect king pins, tie rods, and U-joints on the articulated hitch and driveline, and replace bowl cutting edges and end bits as abrasive wear progresses.

Overhaul & Rebuild Points

At major hour milestones, overhaul the D346 injection pump and turbocharger together since both wear from the same fuel and boost trends. Rebuild the powershift transmission's clutch packs and valve body (9-speed on the 641, 8-speed semi-automatic on the 641B) rather than running to failure. Wheel final drive planetary gears and bearings warrant full teardown inspection at rebuild intervals. Bowl floor and side sheets wear through from abrasive material and need replacement before frame damage occurs; inspect the gooseneck and hitch structure for fatigue cracking given the machine's age.

Seasonal & Environment Servicing

Cold-start the D346 V8 with ether or intake-manifold heat aids below freezing, and switch to cold-weather-viscosity engine and hydraulic oil in the bowl/apron/ejector circuit before winter. Maintain full antifreeze concentration; the cast-iron V8 has no digital overheat warning to flag a weak mix. Drain the air brake reservoir more often in humid or wet climates to stop frozen or corroded valves. Many surviving 641 and 641B units still work in Europe on wet sites, so check tire/rim seating and final drive seals where standing water or mud is constant.

641 fault codes & troubleshooting

CodeMeaningLikely causeWhat to do
LOW OIL PRESSURE (red warning lamp + gauge)Engine lubrication pressure has dropped below the safe operating range for the D346 V8.Low oil level, worn oil pump, clogged suction screen, or a failing pressure sender.Stop engine immediately, check oil level and condition, inspect pump and sender before restart.
COOLANT TEMPERATURE (gauge red zone)Engine jacket water temperature is above the normal operating band.Low coolant, blocked radiator core, slipping or failed fan drive, or a stuck thermostat.Reduce load, idle to cool, check coolant level and radiator/fan condition; do not add cold coolant to a hot engine.
CHARGING SYSTEM (ammeter discharge / charge lamp)Generator or alternator output is not maintaining battery charge.Worn or broken drive belt, failed regulator, or generator/alternator fault.Check belt tension and condition, then test regulator and charging output with the machine stopped.
LOW AIR PRESSURE (brake system buzzer/lamp)Air reservoir pressure for the air-actuated service brakes has fallen below the safe minimum.Air compressor not building pressure, leaking lines or fittings, or a faulty governor.Do not move the machine until pressure recovers; inspect compressor, lines, and governor for leaks or failure.
TORQUE CONVERTER / TRANSMISSION OIL TEMPERATURE (gauge high reading)Power-shift transmission or converter oil is running hotter than the normal operating range.Low transmission oil, clogged oil cooler, or prolonged high-load/low-gear operation (e.g. stall conditions).Reduce load or shift to a gear that lowers converter slip, check oil level and cooler flow, let temperature normalize before continuing.
TACHOMETER TELL-TALE (engine overspeed indicator)Engine rpm has reached or exceeded the governed limit, tripping the tell-tale on the rev counter.Downshift at too high a road speed, or a failure in the downshift-inhibitor linkage meant to prevent this.Ease off the throttle/downshift immediately, then have the downshift inhibitor and governor linkage checked.
AIR CLEANER SERVICE INDICATOR (restriction gauge/flag)Intake air filter restriction has reached the point where the element needs servicing.Dust/dirt loading of the air cleaner element in typical earthmoving conditions.Service or replace the air cleaner element per the interval in the service manual; reset the indicator after cleaning.

Codes and remedies are general guidance for this model family — always confirm with diagnostic tooling and your dealer before major repairs.

641 attachments & work tools

Open-bowl scraper (standard configuration)

The 641 was built and sold only as a single-engine, open-bowl wheel tractor-scraper — no elevating or twin-power variant is documented for this specific model. Rated bowl capacity is about 21.4 m3 struck / 29 m3 heaped (28 yd3 struck / 38 yd3 heaped), with an operating width around 4.1 m (13 ft 4 in), varies by configuration/series.

Extreme-service bowl option

A heavier-duty bowl option, built with additional high-analysis steel for abrasive or rocky loading conditions, was introduced in the early-to-mid 1960s. It adds roughly 1,800 kg (about 4,000 lb) to machine weight versus the standard bowl.

Bowl, apron and ejector hydraulics

Bowl, apron and ejector are all hydraulically actuated (no cable control): twin double-acting lift cylinders raise/lower the bowl with check-valve hold and a quick-drop function for tough loading, a double-acting cylinder in the gooseneck swings the apron independent of load weight, and a single double-acting cylinder drives the ejector, which carries a gate-type spillguard. A synchronization switch to coordinate apron and bowl movement was optional early on and later became standard.

Cushion hitch (gooseneck shock absorber)

An optional gooseneck-mounted cushion hitch, using a hydraulic ram and nitrogen accumulator to damp shock loads between tractor and bowl during travel, became available for the 641 line from the late 1960s. It remained an option through the early 641B years and was not made standard fit until the mid-1970s.

Steering and hitch linkage

Steering runs through two double-acting hydraulic cylinders on torque-multiplying linkage mounted high on the gooseneck, giving roughly 90 degrees of steering range; this is part of the base tractor-to-bowl hitch, not a separate work tool.

Tire options

Standard fitment was 33.5x39 tires; other sizes were available as factory options for different ground and load conditions, varies by configuration/series.

Cab and operator enclosure

An enclosed, fully heated operator cab was offered as a factory option for cold-climate work, in addition to the standard open operator station.

Differential lock

A differential lock was offered as an option on later production, improving traction in soft or uneven material; not confirmed as available on the earliest 641 production.

Braking / retarder

Air-operated shoe-type service brakes were supplemented by a factory-fitted hydraulic retarder to reduce brake shoe wear on grade work; this was standard, not an add-on kit.

All 641 assemblies by section

Every catalogued assembly group for the Caterpillar 641. Open an assembly to preview the parts inside — full OEM part numbers are available in Heavy Parts AI.

Attachments
7d2425 Alternator Arrangement--12 Volt, 75 Ampere
4D***00Wiring Group1
4D***48Clip-Harness Assembly To Engine1
5D***05Harness; -- Dash Terminal Strips And Dimmer Switch To Terminal Strip On Radiator Fan Shroud1
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4d6360 Alternator Assembly--12 Volt, 55 Ampere
4B***20Clip; - For Orange Wire To L.H. Side Of Alternator Fan Shroud1
4D***60Alternator Arrangement1
4D***65Wire Assembly; -- Alternator Ground1
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1s2585 Alternator Assembly--12 Volt, 55 Ampere
1s2584 Alternator Assembly
9s3193 Alternator Group--24 Volt, 50 Ampere
9s3165 Alternator Group--12 Volt, 75 Ampere
7m9606 Alternator Group--24 Volt, 40 Ampere
7m9605 Alternator Group--12 Volt, 55 Ampere
5s6698 Alternator Assembly--12 Volt, 75 Ampere--Part 1 Of 2--Type 2
5S***98Alternator Group-Charging; Alternator Group1
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5s9088 Alternator Assembly--24 Volt, 50 Ampere--Part 2 Of 2--Type 2
5s6698 Alternator Assembly--12 Volt--75 Ampere--Part 2 Of 2--Type 3
5S***98Alternator Group-Charging; Alternator Group1
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5s9088 Alternator Assembly--24 Volt, 50 Ampere--Part 1 Of 2--Type 1
5s9088 Alternator Assembly--24 Volt, 50 Ampere--Part 2 Of 2--Type 1
5s6698 Alternator Assembly--12 Volt, 75 Ampere--Part 2 Of 2--Type 1
5S***98Alternator Group-Charging; Alternator Group1
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5s6698 Alternator Assembly--12 Volt, 75 Ampere--Part 2 Of 2--Type 2
5S***98Alternator Group-Charging; Alternator Group1
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5s6698 Alternator Assembly--12 Volt, 75 Ampere--Part 1 Of 2--Type 3
5S***98Alternator Group-Charging; Alternator Group1
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5s9088 Alternator Assembly--24 Volt, 50 Ampere--Part 1 Of 2--Type 2
5s6698 Alternator Assembly--12 Volt, 75 Ampere--Part 1 Of 2--Type 1
5S***98Alternator Group-Charging; Alternator Group1
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4d1640 Battery, Wiring And Lighting Group--24 Volt--Part 1 Of 4-Type 1
4D***40Battery Wiring And Lighting System1
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4d1640 Battery, Wiring And Lighting Group--24 Volt--Part 2 Of 4 - Type 1
4D***40Battery Wiring And Lighting System1
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4d1640 Battery, Wiring And Lighting Group--24 Volt--Part 3 Of 4 - Type 1
4D***40Battery Wiring And Lighting System1
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4d1640 Battery, Wiring And Lighting Group--24 Volt--Part 1 Of 4--Type 2
4D***40Battery Wiring And Lighting System1
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4d1640 Battery, Wiring And Lighting Group--24 Volt--Part 3 Of 4--Type 2
4D***40Battery Wiring And Lighting System1
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4d1640 Battery, Wiring And Lighting Group--24 Volt--Part 4 Of 4 - Type 1
4D***40Battery Wiring And Lighting System1
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4d1640 Battery, Wiring And Lighting Group--24 Volt--Part 2 Of 4--Type 2
4D***40Battery Wiring And Lighting System1
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4d1640 Battery, Wiring And Lighting Group--24 Volt--Part 4 Of 4--Type 2
4D***40Battery Wiring And Lighting System1
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6d6365 Brake Shield Group
5j5272 Brake Chamber Assembly
2s6096 Protection Cover Group--Radiator Cap
2S***96Cover Group-Protection; Protection Cover Group-- Radiator Cap1
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2s3025 Protection Cover Group--Oil Filler Cap
2S***25Cover Group-Protection; Protection Cover Group1
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5d1900 Protection Cover Group--Hydraulic Tank Cap
5D***00Cover Group-Protection; Protection Cover Group-- Hydraulic Tank Cap1
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Cylinder Head Assembly--Right Hand-Part 1 Of 2
Cylinder Head Assembly--Left Hand-Part 2 Of 2
7m3721 Direct Electric Starting Arrangement--24 Volt
0L***51Bolt Starting Engine Fuel Tank Bracket To Diesel Intake Manifold2
0L***70Bolt (2-1/4") Filler Tube Assembly To Transfer Drive Case1
0S***94Bolt (1 In. Long 3/8 In. Dia.); Plate Assembly To Support Assembly4
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9f740 Discharger
6d3783 Valve Assembly
6D***83Double Check Valve Assembly; --Synchro --To Nipple1
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9s8813 Downshift Blocker Group
7m2134 Electric Starter Group--24 Volt
4m4615 Electric Starting Motor Assembly--24 Volt--Part 1 Of 2 - Type 1
4M***15Electric Starting Motor Assembly1
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4m4615 Electric Starting Motor Assembly--24 Volt--Part 2 Of 2 - Type 1
4M***15Electric Starting Motor Assembly1
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4m4615 Electric Starting Motor Assembly--24 Volt--Part 2 Of 2--Type 2
4M***15Electric Starting Motor Assembly1
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4m4615 Electric Starting Motor Assembly--24 Volt--Part 1 Of 2--Type 2
4M***15Electric Starting Motor Assembly1
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5d4555 Emergency Relay Valve Assembly
6d7090 Ether Starting Aid Group
7d3340 Fast Fill Fuel Adapter Group
Flywheel (4m1085 N/S)
6d2590 Diesel Fuel System--Rapid Filling
7s4273 Glow Plug And Wiring Group--24 Volt
8f9866 Grease Gun
8m9858 Tool Group
Hitch And Steering--Top View--Part 2 Of 2
Hitch And Steering--Side View--Part 1 Of 2
4j7713 Hitch And Steering Arrangement--Factory Installation
2J***69Hydraulic Cylinder Group2
4J***13Hitch And Steering Arrangement1
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6j4365 Hitch And Steering Arrangement
5J***49Steering Cylinder Group2
5J***06Servo-Master Steering Cylinder Group1
5J***57Lines Group-Steering1
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6j2264 Hitch And Steering Group--Part 1 Of 2--Type 1
6j2264 Hitch And Steering Group--Part 2 Of 2--Type 1
6j2264 Hitch And Steering Group--Part 2 Of 2--Type 2
6j2264 Hitch And Steering Group--Part 1 Of 2--Type 3
6j2264 Hitch And Steering Group--Part 2 Of 2--Type 3
6j2264 Hitch And Steering Group--Part 1 Of 2--Type 2
8j9204 Hitch Reinforcement Group--Field Installation
7D***98Boss4
8J***04Hitch Reinforcement Group1
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6d6470 Hitch, Steering And Hydraulic Arrangement
6D***65Miscellaneous Parts Group1
6D***40Scraper Hitch Lines Group1
6D***70Hitch, Steering And Hydraulic Arrangement1
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6d4750 Hitch, Steering And Hydraulic Arrangement
6D***65Miscellaneous Parts Group1
6D***40Scraper Hitch Lines Group1
6D***50Hitch, Steering And Hydraulic Arrangement1
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4d5910 Hood Side Door Group--Right Hand
2j9469 Hydraulic Cylinder Group--7.25" Bore X 85.75" Stroke--2 Required
Hydraulic Steering Lines--Part 2 Of 2
Hydraulic Steering Lines--Part 1 Of 2
3j9687 Hydraulic Swivel Joint Group
5d793 Indicator Lamp Assembly
4d5477 Instrument Panel Protection Group
4D***77Instrument Panel Protection Group1
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6d4205 Lamp Assembly
1m1882 Flood Lamp Assembly--24 Volt--Type 1
1m3379 Head Lamp Assembly--24 Volt--Type 1
1m3387 Dash Lamp Assembly
1m3379 Head Lamp Assembly--24 Volt--Type 2
1m1882 Flood Lamp Assembly--24 Volt--Type 2
4s7602 Light Signal Receiver Group--12 Volt
4s7967 Light Signal Receiver Group--24 Volt
6d4365 Miscellaneous Parts Group
0S***94Bolt (1 In. Long 3/8 In. Dia.); Plate Assembly To Support Assembly4
0T***18Bolt Strap To Front Cover2
3B***06Washer,Lock; Flange,Elbow,Clamp Assembly,Tube To Pump,Tube Assembly To Screen,Clip Mounting,And Tube Assembly To Transmission4
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8s6713 Muffler Group
Name Plates And Transfers
2D***12Plate- Seat Adjustment Instructions1
2M***31Plate; Serial Number On R.H. Side Of Cylinder Block And R.H. Side Of Loader Frame2
2S***68Plate--Warning Shifting Instructions1
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6d6620 Parking And Emergency Brake Control Arrangement
6D***30Parking And Emergency Brake Control Group1
6D***40Parking And Emergency Brake Control Group1
6D***20Parking And Emergency Brake Control Arrangement1
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6d6630 Parking And Emergency Brake Control Arrangement
6D***40Parking And Emergency Brake Control Group1
6D***60Parking And Emergency Brake Control Group1
6D***30Parking And Emergency Brake Control Arrangement1
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6d6630 Control Arrangement
6D***30Parking And Emergency Brake Control Arrangement1
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6d6620 Control Arrangement
6D***20Parking And Emergency Brake Control Arrangement1
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6d4240 Parking And Emergency Brake Control Group--Part 3 Of 3
0S***94Bolt (1 In. Long 3/8 In. Dia.); Plate Assembly To Support Assembly4
1D***17Nut-Plate And Angle Assembly To Hydraulic And Fuel Tanks; Nut Plate And Angle Assembly To Hydraulic And Fuel Tanks4
2B***57Plug (.375" Pipe Thread)2
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6d4230 Parking And Emergency Brake Control Group
0S***09Bolt (3/4") Filler Tube Assembly To Transfer Drive Case6
1D***06Nut 13.89 mm (.546 In.)1
1H***06Screw-Purge (1/2-20x1.625in); (1/2-20x1.625-In)1
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6d4240 Parking And Emergency Brake Control Group--Part 2 Of 3
0L***51Bolt Starting Engine Fuel Tank Bracket To Diesel Intake Manifold2
0S***94Bolt (1 In. Long 3/8 In. Dia.); Plate Assembly To Support Assembly1
0S***15Bolt 19 mm (.75 In.) Long Return Air Console To Enclosed Rops2
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6d4460 Parking And Emergency Brake Control Group
0L***51Bolt Starting Engine Fuel Tank Bracket To Diesel Intake Manifold4
0S***09Bolt (3/4") Filler Tube Assembly To Transfer Drive Case2
1D***06Nut 13.89 mm (.546 In.)1
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6d4240 Parking And Emergency Brake Control Group--Part 1 Of 3
1D***16Nut,Plain,Hexagon Clip Uoc:Bsv,Bsx2
1S***01Union --Inversion Valve To Scraper Supply Hose; -- Inversion Valve To Scraper Supply Hose1
2B***95Cap Screw--Tube Assembly To Air Inlet Pipe2
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6d7060 Parking Brake Group--Part 2 Of 2--Type 2
6d7060 Parking Brake Group--Part 2 Of 2 - Type 1
6d7060 Parking Brake Group--Part 1 Of 2--Type 2
6d7060 Parking Brake Group--Part 1 Of 2--Type 1
2s2787 Protection Cap Group--Fuel Tank Cap
5d1920 Protection Cover Group--Fuel Tank Cap
5D***20Protection Cover Group-Fuel Tank Cap; Protection Cover Group1
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8s5101 Radiator Core Protection Grid Group
8S***01Radiator Core Protection Grid Group1
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2d284 Rear Flood Light Group--24 Volt
3d9344 Rear Flood Light Group--12 Volt
4f6941 Release Valve Assembly
6d2903 Rotochamber Assembly
5d3306 Rotochamber Assembly
6d4740 Scraper Hitch Lines Group--Part 1 Of 2--Type 2
6d4740 Scraper Hitch Lines Group--Part 2 Of 2--Type 2
6d4740 Scraper Hitch Lines Group--Part 1 Of 2--Type 3
6d4740 Scraper Hitch Lines Group--Part 2 Of 2--Type 3
6d4740 Scraper Hitch Lines Group--Part 2 Of 2--Type 1
6d4740 Scraper Hitch Lines Group--Part 1 Of 2--Type 1
7d6345 Brake Shield Group
7j124 Single Lever Bowl Control Group
7J***24Single Lever Bowl Control Group1
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6n5123 Solenoid Switch Assembly--24 Volt
4m1812 Solenoid Switch Assembly
9s7978 Tool Group
Tools (8m9866 N/S)
6d3782 Emergency Control Valve Assembly
2r618 Double Check Valve Assembly
4d487 Valve Assembly
4D***87Valve As-Check; -Air Supply-Primary Air Tank-Service Brake Control1
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4j8500 Control Valve Assembly
6d3781 Double Check Valve Group--Type 2
6D***81Valve Group-Check; -Service Brake Diverter-Retarder Control1
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6d3781 Double Check Valve Group--Type 1
6D***81Valve Group-Check; -Service Brake Diverter-Retarder Control1
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2r619 Double Check Valve Assembly
2R***19Valve Group-Check; -Air System-Parking Brake-Scraper Brake-Service Brake Control1
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5d370 Wheel Group
3d9330 Windshield Wiper Group--24 Volt
6d9750 Windhsield Wiper Group--24 Volt--Type 2
3d9340 Windshield Wiper Group--12 Volt
6d9740 Windshield Wiper Group--12 Volt
6d9750 Windshield Wiper Group--24 Volt-Type 1
Diesel Engine
Aftercooler
Air Cleaner (4d1660 N/S)
Air Compressor
7s8336 Air Compressor Assembly
Air Compressor Drive
7m914 Air Filter Service Indicator Group
7M***14Air Filter Service Indicator Group1
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Breather, Oil Filler And Fumes Disposal
Camshaft
Camshaft Drive--Top View
Connecting Rod And Piston--8 Required
4m2708 Connecting Rod And Piston Group--8 Required--Type 2
4M***08Connecting Rod And Piston Group1
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Crankcase And Lines Guard
4m2709 Crankshaft And Damper Group
Crankshaft Bearing Replacement
Crankshaft Bearing Replacement Groups
Cylinder Block And Covers--End View - Part 2 Of 2
Cylinder Block And Covers--Side View-Part 1 Of 2
3s9720 Cylinder Block Assembly
Cylinder Head And Valve Mechanism--Left Hand--Front View-Part 2 Of 2
Cylinder Head And Valve Mechanism--Right Hand--Front View - Part 1 Of 2
Engine Support
Exhaust By-Pass
Fan And Shroud (2s3226 N/S)
Fan And Shroud
3s4132 Fan Assembly--Reversible Blade
Fan Belt Tightener
8h7204 Fuel Filter Group
Flywheel
Fuel Filter
Fuel Injection Valves And Lines
Fuel Priming Pump
Fuel Pump And Governor Drive
Fuel Pump Housing And Rack Limiter (7m1068 N/S)
7M***68Fuel Pump Housing And Rack Limiter1
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Fuel System (4d2280 N/S)
Fuel Transfer Pump
5s4234 Fuel Transfer Pump Group
Gasket Kits
3P***34Power Train Oil System0
3P***13Transmission Overhaul0
3P***14Torque Converter Overhaul0
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Gauges--Part 1 Of 2
Gauges--Part 2 Of 2
Governor--End View - Part 2 Of 2
Governor--Side View - Part 1 Of 2
Governor Control
Governor Torque Spring
Manifolds
Oil Filter
Oil Lines--Part 1 Of 2
Oil Lines--Part 2 Of 2
2s1826 Oil Pump Assembly
2s5651 Precleaner Assembly
3s859 Pressure Ratio Regulator Assembly
3S***59Pressure Ratio Regulator Assembly1
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8m1601 Rack Limiter Group
Radiator (2s3227 N/S)--Rear View - Part 1 Of 2
Radiator (2s3227 N/S)--Side View - Part 2 Of 2
Rear Power Take-Off Drive
3s3582 Service Meter And Tachometer Drive Group
3S***82Service Meter And Tachometer Drive Group1
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Torque Converter And Engine Oil Cooler
Transmission And Steering Pump Drive
2s879 Turbocharger Assembly
Water Lines
Water Pump Belt Tightener (2s6074 N/S)
7m1080 Water Pump Group
Starting System
3s1766 Air Cleaner And Exhaust System Group
3S***66Air Cleaner & Exhaust Group-Stg1
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4d1890 Battery, Wiring And Lighting Group--12 Volt--Part 2 Of 4--As Viewed From Operator'S Seat
4D***90Battery Wiring And Lighting Group1
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4d1890 Battery, Wiring And Lighting Group--12 Volt--Part 1 Of 4--As Viewed From Operator'S Seat
4D***90Battery Wiring And Lighting Group1
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4d1890 Battery, Wiring And Lighting Group--12 Volt--Part 4 Of 4--As Viewed From Operator'S Seat
4D***90Battery Wiring And Lighting Group1
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4d1890 Battery, Wiring And Lighting Group--12 Volt--Part 3 Of 4--As Viewed From Right Hand Side Of Machine
4D***90Battery Wiring And Lighting Group1
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Camshaft And Governor
3s1465 Carburetor And Breather Group
7m6038 Carburetor Assembly
8m8420 Clutch Group
Connecting Rod And Piston--2 Required
Crankshaft
Cylinder Block, Cylinder Head And Valve Mechanism--Part 1 Of 2
Cylinder Block, Cylinder Head And Valve Mechanism--Part 2 Of 2
2m6646 Dash Lamp Assembly--12 Volt
Electric Starter--12 Volt
8m9923 Electric Starting Motor Assembly--12 Volt
8M***23Electric Starting Motor Assembly1
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2m856 Flood Lamp Assembly--12 Volt--Type 1
2m856 Flood Lamp Assembly--12 Volt--Type 2
4d1920 Fuel System Group
Generator--12 Volt, 40 Ampere
1m6058 Generator Assembly--12 Volt, 40 Ampere
2m4166 Head Lamp Assembly--12 Volt--Type 1
2m4166 Head Lamp Assembly--12 Volt--Type 2
8m2577 Ignition System Group
5d792 Indicator Lamp Assembly
3s2986 Magneto Assembly
9m1713 Oil Pump Assembly
4d2510 Starting Engine Control Group--Part 2 Of 2
4d2510 Starting Engine Control Group--Part 1 Of 2
Starting Engine Support
7h7290 Disconnect Switch Assembly
3s1763 Transmission And Starter Pinion Group--Part 1 Of 2
3S***63Transmission And Starter Pinion Group1
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3s1763 Transmission And Starter Pinion Group--Part 2 Of 2
3S***63Transmission And Starter Pinion Group1
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8m2578 Water Lines Group
Transmission And Chassis
7m8392 Accumulator Body Group
6j3000 Accumulator Charging Valve Group--Type 1
6J***00Accumulator Charging Valve Group1
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6j3000 Accumulator Charging Valve Group--Type 2
6J***00Accumulator Charging Valve Group1
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5j9231 Accumulator Group
6j6664 Accumulator Lines Group
Air And Brake Control (4d2630 N/S)--Part 2 Of 5
Air And Brake Control (4d2630 N/S)--Part 1 Of 5
Air And Brake Control (4d2630 N/S)--Part 5 Of 5
Air And Brake Control (4d2630 N/S)--Part 4 Of 5
Air And Brake Control (4d2630 N/S)--Part 3 Of 5
Bevel Gear And Differential (3d9600 N/S)--Top View
Brakes (4j8027 N/S)
5d3640 Brake Valve Assembly
4d3279 Retarder Hand Valve Assembly
Brakes (4h8027 N/S)
Bumper
8s3515 By-Pass Valve Group
6j4613 By-Pass Valve Group
Cushion Hitch Lines And Valves (6d4390 N/S)--Part 2 Of 2
Cushion Hitch Lines And Valves (6d4390 N/S)--Part 1 Of 2
Cushion Hitch Lines (6j3493 N/S)
6j3493 Cushion Hitch Lines Group
Differential Case And Covers--Part 1 Of 2
Differential Case And Covers--Part 2 Of 2
4d8592 Differential Cylinder Assembly
Differential Lock
Drive Shaft
7j100 External Control Valve Group
Fenders (6d3840 N/S)
8j3683 Filter Changeover Group--Field Installation
6j6608 Filter Group
7j680 Hydraulic Oil Filter Group
5d110 Final Drive And Wheel Group--33.50 X 39 Tubeless Tires
Final Drive And Wheels (4d5500 N/S)--37.50 X 39 Tubeless Tires
2s500 Governor Group
Hitch And Steering--Part 2 Of 3
Hitch And Steering--Part 3 Of 3
Hitch And Steering--Part 1 Of 3
Hood And Exhaust Extension (6d4080 N/S)--Part 2 Of 2
Hood And Exhaust Extension (6d4080 N/S)--Part 1 Of 2
5d6998 Pneuphonic Horn Assembly
3g2433 Hose Assembly
3G***33Hose As1
3S***16Sleeve Assem.2
3S***73Stem Assem. (90 Degrees-Short)1
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5j5427 Control Lever Housing Group--Type 1
5j5427 Control Lever Housing Group--Type 2
6j4140 Hydraulic Oil Filter And Valve Group
6J***40Hydraulic Oil Filter And Valve Group1
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4j1707 Hydraulic Oil Filter Group
6j1721 Hydraulic Oil Filter Group--Type 2
6j1721 Hydraulic Oil Filter Group--Type 1
6j1721 Hydraulic Oil Filter Group
4j823 Hydraulic Pump Assembly
7j861 Hydraulic Pump Assembly
4j2271 Hydraulic Pump Assembly
6d4000 Hydraulic Tank Group
6j4931 Hydraulic Tank Group
Hydraulic Torque Converter
6j6400 Leveling Valve Group--Part 1 Of 2--Type 1
6j6400 Leveling Valve Group--Part 2 Of 2--Type 1
6j6400 Leveling Valve Group--Part 1 Of 2--Type 2
6j6400 Leveling Valve Group--Part 2 Of 2--Type 2
5j9957 Steering Lines Group
5j8623 Load Cylinder Group--8.25" Bore X 10" Stroke
8s3333 Override Selector Valve Group
Planetary Torque Divider And Converter
Planetary Transmission--Part 1 Of 2
Planetary Transmission--Part 2 Of 2
2s4996 Pressure Control Valve Group
8m8249 Pressure Control Valve Group
8s698 Pressure Control Valve Group
9j8186 Hydraulic Vane Pump Group
7m5925 Range Transmission Arrangement
1s3249 Relief Valve Group
5d6636 Retarder Assembly
Retarder Lines--Part 2 Of 2
Retarder Lines--Part 1 Of 2
Retarder Oil Cooler--Part 2 Of 2
Retarder Oil Cooler--Part 1 Of 2
3d2744 Rotochamber Assembly
8s3330 Safety Reset And Converter Hold Valve Group
8S***30Safety Reset And Converter Hold Valve Group1
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2m3409 Safety Reset And Converter Hold Valve Group
2M***09Safety Reset And Converter Hold Valve Group1
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Scavenge Pump
1s3201 Scavenge Pump Group
6j4930 Scraper Control Valve Group--Part 2 Of 2
6j4930 Scraper Control Valve Group--Part 1 Of 2
Scraper Hitch Lines (6d4560 N/S)--Part 2 Of 2
Scraper Hitch Lines (6d4560 N/S)--Part 1 Of 2
Scraper Pump, Lines And Tank (6d3020 N/S)--Part 2 Of 2
Scraper Pump, Lines And Tank (6d3020 N/S)--Part 1 Of 2
Seat Frame And Platform (6d3370 N/S)--Part 1 Of 2
Seat Frame And Platform (6d3370 N/S)--Part 2 Of 2
5d8901 Seat Suspension Assembly
7d2269 Seat Suspension Assembly
1p7548 Selector Body Group--Type 2
1p7548 Selector Body Group--Type 1
2s7856 Selector Body Group
1p7549 Selector Valve Group
5j8766 Selector Valve Group
2s7855 Selector Valve Group
3s6890 Selector Valve Group
5j8606 Steering Cylinder Group (Changes 0-5)--38.1 Mm (1.50 In) Bore X 238.8 Mm (9.40 In) Stroke
5J***06Servo-Master Steering Cylinder Group1
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5d9525 Slack Adjuster Assembly--R.H.
5D***25Slack Adjuster Assembly--R.H.,Slack Adjuster Assembly--L.H.1
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5j8149 Steering Cylinder Group--7.25" Bore X 48.50" Stroke--2 Required
5j7977 Steering Cylinder Group--2" Bore X 5" Stroke
Steering Cylinder, Valve And Lines
Steering Cylinder, Valves And Lines
Steering Gear--Part 2 Of 2
Steering Gear--Part 1 Of 2
Steering Pump And Lines (6d3980 N/S)
Tank, Filter, Pump And Lines
8m1071 Planetary Torque Divider Group
8M***71Three Speed Planetary Torque Divider1
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3s118 Throttle Pressure And Converter Hold Valve Group
3S***18Throttle Pressure And Converter Hold Valve Group1
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Torque Divider Hydraulic Control
5m6680 Torque Divider Retarder Arrangement
5M***80Torque Divider Retarder Arrangement1
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Transmission Control--Part 2 Of 2
Transmission Control--Part 1 Of 2
Transmission Hydraulic Control (4s8611 N/S)--End View--Part 2 Of 2
Transmission Hydraulic Control (4s8611 N/S)-End View - Part 2 Of 2
Transmission Hydraulic Control (4s8611 N/S)--Top View--Part 1 Of 2
Transmission Hydraulic Control--(4s8611 N/S)--End View--Part 2 Of 2
5j7260 Transmission Oil Filter Group
3s1458 Transmission Oil Level Gauge Group
3S***58Transmission Oil Level Gauge Group1
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8s670 Transmission Pump Group
Transmission Pump And Lines (6d2844 N/S)--Part 2 Of 3
Transmission Pump And Lines (6d2844 N/S)-Part 1 Of 3
Transmission Pump And Lines (6d2844 N/S)--Part 3 Of 3
Transmission Pump And Lines (6d2844 N/S)--Part 1 Of 3
4d2287 Valve Assembly
6d856 Valve Assembly
6D***56Valve As; -Differential Lock-Parking Brake1
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6d1039 Valve Assembly
6D***39Valve As; -Exhaust Bypass-Exhaust Diverter1
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5d4382 Air Valve Assembly
5D***82Valve As-Air Control; -Parking Brake1
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5d3056 Double Check Valve Assembly
5D***56Valve As-Double Check; -Brakesaver Air Supply1
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3d9943 Horn Valve Assembly
6d3546 Safety Valve Assembly
4d1669 Control Valve Assembly
6j60 Relief Valve Group
6J***60Valve Group-Relief; -Trailing Unit Main Control1
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Windshield (3d4890 N/S)

641 serial number reference

On these mechanical-era Cat 641/641B tractor-scrapers the serial/PIN plate is riveted to the machine frame, typically on the left-hand frame rail near the operator's platform or on the main frame ahead of the articulation hitch; the scraper bowl often carries its own riveted plate as a separately serialized unit. Read the first three characters as the prefix, which identifies the model and production series (e.g. 41M, 80F, 42M), and the digits following it as the individual unit number within that series.

PrefixIdentifies
41M641 original series, tractor unit
80F641 original series, later production block
70G641 original series, companion serial run
42M641B updated series (from 1969)
43M641B updated series - possible overlap with original 641
65K641B wheel tractor unit (no scraper bowl)

Frequently asked questions

What engine powers the Caterpillar 641?

The Caterpillar D346, a 60-degree V8 turbocharged diesel of 19.5 L (1,190 cu in). It produced 450 hp at the 1962 launch, rose to about 500 hp by the mid-1960s, and the 641B (from 1969) uprated the same engine family to 550 hp.

What is the operating weight of the Caterpillar 641?

Roughly 110,000-119,000 lb (50,000-54,000 kg), varying by series and configuration. The 641B is documented at approximately 119,000 lb (54,000 kg) standard operating weight.

What replaced the Caterpillar 641?

Nothing directly. Caterpillar discontinued the 641 in 1978 without a one-for-one successor in that capacity class; the larger 651 and 657 wheel tractor-scrapers continued in the lineup while the 641's specific slot in the range was not refilled.

What 641 owners discuss

What's the real-world reputation of the D346 V8 across 641 production, and does it hold up long term?
Treat the 641 as spanning at least two distinct engine generations under the same D346 name. The earlier lineage that opened the line in 1962 runs weaker across the rev range than later production, and a hard overspeed event - easy to trigger on a missed downshift - can take out the engine and the transmission together since the two share load paths on this driveline. Heavy black exhaust and an audible injection rattle on a cold start are normal for this engine family, not a fault by themselves, and cold starts do need extended glow-plug heat time. Rated output moved from 336 kW (450 hp) at 1900 rpm on early machines up to 373 kW (500 hp), with the later 60-degree D346 considered the sturdier redesign. Have your dealer verify actual output, compression, and any history of overspeed or runaway before relying on the engine for production work.
How particular is the nine-speed powershift about adjustment, and what fails first?
Owners are consistent that the shift linkage has to be spot-on or the transmission won't shift cleanly - a lot of reported "transmission trouble" traces back to linkage adjustment rather than internal wear. Beyond that, clutch pack drag or slipping engagement is usually a hydraulic problem: worn or hardened piston seals, a weak charge pump, a restricted filter, or simply the wrong oil. Use a transmission fluid built to the TO-4 friction spec rather than engine oil or GL-5 gear oil, since Cat's friction material needs the correct friction coefficient to grip. Note the 641B's semi-automatic transmission is a different system from the 641's manual powershift - don't carry over diagnosis or adjustment steps between the two without confirming which one you actually have.
What hydraulic quirks show up on the bowl, apron, and gooseneck?
The bowl lift cylinders use check valves specifically to stop the bowl from dropping suddenly if a hose fails or pressure bleeds off - confirm this is still holding before trusting the machine loaded. The apron cylinder is buried inside the gooseneck casting, so a slow leak there can go unnoticed until fluid shows at the seam; check that area on any prospective purchase. A synchronization switch, made standard on later production, coordinates apron and bowl travel, and an out-of-adjustment or disconnected switch is a recurring owner complaint. Cushion hitch, optional from 1968 and standard by 1974, was added because the earlier rigid hitch rode hard and pounded both the operator and the hydraulics on rough haul roads - an early machine without it will show more wear on hoses and fittings. Have your dealer verify bowl-cylinder check-valve function before working under a raised or loaded bowl.
What wear patterns are typical for a machine this size and weight?
Loaded weight runs around 80 tonnes (89 tons) against roughly 43 tonnes (47 tons) empty, so tires and final drives see a heavy duty cycle relative to their size. Final drive bearing wear tracks oil condition more than raw hours - contamination or a low sump from a weeping seal accelerates wear faster than age alone, so oil sampling tells you more than an hour-meter does. Cutting edge and apron wear are the other predictable points: the apron is a box-section design with an integral casting meant to resist denting, but the leading edge still wants regular inspection since the apron carries a meaningful share of the load during the cut. If you find a machine fitted with the extreme-service bowl option, wearing areas will be heavier-gauge steel than standard.
What electrical issues come up, given this predates modern sensors?
There's no engine control module or sensor network to worry about here - the charging system is 24V, with a generator on the earliest machines giving way to alternator setups (commonly a one-wire aftermarket-style unit) as production ran into the 1970s. Reported symptoms are an ammeter that won't register, lights dimming after the machine has been running a while, and intermittent charging - almost always traced to the voltage regulator or corroded wiring and grounds rather than the alternator itself, so test the regulator before condemning the alternator. Original-pattern instrument gauges are the hardest items to source since exact reproductions generally aren't available; expect to hunt aftermarket faces or have originals rebuilt.
What should I check before buying a used 641?
First confirm which engine generation is fitted, since output and reliability expectations differ between early and late D346 production. Ask directly about overspeed or runaway history - this engine and transmission combination is unforgiving of it. Run the transmission through its full range and feel for harsh or delayed engagement, a sign of clutch-pack or charge-pump wear rather than just a linkage adjustment. Cycle the bowl, apron, and ejector under load and watch the gooseneck and cylinder rod seals for weeping. Check whether a cushion hitch is fitted (standard from 1974) as a rough indicator of a later, easier-riding machine. Inspect tire condition and final drive oil level and color, since replacement tires at this size are a major cost on their own. Have your dealer verify air-brake and hydraulic-retarder function and transmission clutch condition before you rely on the machine for production hauling - this is the primary service brake on a machine that loads out to roughly 80 tonnes.
How hard is it to find parts and documentation for a 641 today?
Mechanical driveline and hydraulic components are generally still obtainable through Cat parts channels, since much of the 600-series scraper family shares design across models, though original part numbers have often been superseded and need cross-referencing against your machine's serial prefix before ordering. The items owners report as genuinely hard to source are cosmetic and instrument-panel pieces - decals and original-pattern gauges in particular, since exact factory reproductions generally aren't carried for equipment this old. Identify your serial prefix before assuming parts interchange, since related models in the same family shared model-number conventions but not every component crosses over between them.

Compiled from owner and technician discussions across the industry — experiences vary by serial range and machine history.

Serial-range & configuration variants

This page covers the Caterpillar 641. Related factory variants of the same model family:

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