Caterpillar D5C PATLGP
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Caterpillar D5C PATLGP

Maintenance schedule, common problems & OEM parts breakdown

The Caterpillar D5C PATLGP is a compact track-type tractor in Cat's D3-D5 utility dozer class, built from roughly 1991 to 2001-2002 as the direct successor to the D5B. PATLGP designates the factory combination of a PAT (Power Angle Tilt) hydraulic blade and the LGP (Low Ground Pressure) wide-track undercarriage, giving an operating weight of about 8,972 kg (19,780 lb) versus roughly 8,428-8,487 kg (18,580-18,711 lb) on a standard-gauge D5C. Early Series I/II production ran the Cat 3204 turbocharged four-cylinder diesel, rated near 67 kW (90 hp) net, paired with a 3-speed forward/3-speed reverse powershift transmission and torque converter. Series III production switched to the Cat 3046/3046T turbocharged diesel (roughly 4.4-5.0 L class), rated around 74.6 kW (100 hp) gross and 67 kW (90 hp) net, offered with either a direct-drive powershift or Caterpillar's dual-path Hystat hydrostatic drive. Caterpillar retired the D5C in favor of the D5G and D5G LGP.

Series III's move to the 3046/3046T engine and the added Hystat option was the significant change inside the D5C's run: Hystat's dual independent hydrostatic drive loops replaced the torque-converter powershift's step-shifted gears with infinitely variable speed and steering from a single joystick, at the cost of pump/motor wear becoming a real service item instead of clutch-pack wear. The PAT plus LGP combination itself targets grading finesse together with flotation on soft, wet, or loosely compacted ground - land-clearing, wetland, landfill, and utility work where a standard-gauge blade dozer would sink or rut. In the parts and used market today, the D5C PATLGP holds up mainly on mechanical simplicity - no ECM, no electronic fault codes, gauge-cluster diagnostics only - and on parts commonality across the shared D3C/D4C/D5C Series III catalog. Confirm engine and drivetrain generation against the PIN before buying or ordering, since the two eras differ enough that most major components don't cross over.

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 D5C PATLGP specifications

Engine

Engine (Series II/III, Hystat drivetrain)Cat 3046T diesel, turbocharged, 5.0 L (305 cu in) displacement. This is the engine most consistently documented for D5C PATLGP-class machines built from the mid-1990s through end of production.
Power, gross (Series III/Hystat)74.6 kW (100 hp) SAE gross
Power, net (Series III/Hystat)67 kW (90 hp) SAE net
Engine (early production, early 1990s)Cat 3204 diesel, net rating near 67 kW (90 hp). Reported for early D5C units (circa 1991-1994) ahead of the Series II/III switch to the 3046T; thinner sourcing than the 3046T figures above — confirm against the serial range on hand.
Emissions tierPre-regulation. D5C production spans roughly the early 1990s to 2001/2002, ahead of nonroad diesel emissions standards applying to this size class.
AspirationTurbocharged (3046T); no factory aftercooling documented for this engine/size class

Weights

Operating weight, PATLGP/LGP configuration8,972 kg (19,780 lb)
Operating weight, standard-track configuration (comparison)8,428-8,487 kg (18,580-18,711 lb) — cited for context; PATLGP always rides on the wider LGP undercarriage above
NoteFactory literature does not break the PATLGP weight out separately from the general D5C LGP/Hystat figure; treat the LGP operating weight above as representative for PATLGP

Dimensions

Length with blade4.07 m (13 ft 4-5 in)
Length without blade3.00 m (9 ft 10 in)
Overall height, top of cab2.74 m (9 ft)
Ground clearance0.38-0.40 m (15.0-15.7 in)
Track gauge, LGP/PATLGP1.74 m (5 ft 8 in)
Track gauge, standard-track (comparison)1.55 m (5 ft 1 in)
Blade width, straight — LGP/PATLGP3.29 m (10 ft 10 in)
Blade width, straight — standard-track (comparison)2.74 m (9 ft)
Track shoe width, LGP/PATLGP660 mm (26 in)
Track shoe width, standard-track (comparison)approx. 460 mm (18 in) — lightly sourced, treat as indicative

Performance

Drivetrain, Series II/IIIDual-path Hystat (hydrostatic): each track driven by its own closed-loop variable-displacement piston pump/motor circuit; single-lever joystick for speed, direction, and steering
Max travel speed, Hystat drivetrainInfinitely variable up to 9.0 km/h (5.6 mph), forward and reverse alike
Drivetrain, early production3-speed forward/3-speed reverse powershift with torque converter, wet clutches and brakes
Max travel speed, powershift drivetrain (top forward gear)approx. 9.7 km/h (6.0 mph). Reverse-gear speeds are not separately published in available sources.
Ground pressureNot consistently corroborated for this configuration across available sources; published figures for this size/shoe-width class conflict. Confirm with a dealer or the OEM spec sheet for the exact serial range before quoting a number.
Drawbar pullNot documented in publicly available specs for this configuration.
GradeabilityNot published in available sources for this size class.

Blades

Blade typePAT (Power Angle Tilt) / VPAT hydraulic blade on the LGP undercarriage — hydraulically angled and tilted, no pin adjustment
Dig depth, PATLGP (VPAT blade)460 mm (18 in)
Lift height, PATLGP (VPAT blade)838 mm (33 in)
Max tilt, PATLGP (VPAT blade)483 mm (19 in)
Max angle25 degrees
Blade width, straight (PATLGP)3.29 m (10 ft 10 in)
Blade capacityNot separately published in volume terms for the Series III VPAT/LGP blade in available sources. An early-production listing (1992-94-era, adjustable-pitch blade, 1.73 m/68 in width) cites approx. 1.93 m3 (2.53 cu yd); different blade generation, use with caution.
Comparison — standard-track blade (non-LGP)Dig depth 483 mm (19 in), lift height 813 mm (32 in), max tilt 406 mm (16 in), width straight 2.74 m (9 ft), max angle 25 degrees

Service capacities

Fuel tank157 L (41.5 US gal)
Hydraulic system57 L (15 US gal) — single factory-data source; typical for this size class but confirm at service
Engine oilNot documented in publicly available specs for this configuration; check the service manual or dipstick fill for the exact serial range
Cooling systemNot documented in publicly available specs for this configuration; check the service manual for the exact serial range

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

D5C PATLGP fluids & capacities

SystemCapacityRecommended fluid
Engine crankcase (with filter)Approx. 12.1-12.9 L (12.8-13.6 US qt) for either PATLGP generation (early 3204 or later Series III 3046T engine); confirm exact fill against the dipstick, not the number.Cat DEO (Diesel Engine Oil). SAE 10W-30 in cooler ambient ranges, SAE 15W-40 in warmer ranges - select grade from the OMM ambient-temperature chart.
Cooling systemApprox. 20-21 L (21-22 US qt). Minor variance between the original and Series III engine/radiator package is expected; fill to the sight gauge.Cat DEAC (conventional heavy-duty antifreeze/coolant) or Cat ELC (Extended Life Coolant), mixed per the OMM's water-to-coolant ratio for the ambient range.
Fuel tankVaries by generation: original D5C PATLGP (3204 engine) approx. 166.5 L (44 US gal); D5C Series III PATLGP (3046T engine) 157 L (41.5 US gal).No. 2-D diesel fuel per Caterpillar's diesel fuel specification; switch to No. 1-D or a winter-blend fuel in cold ambient temperatures to prevent fuel waxing.
Transmission / power train (powershift transmission and bevel gear-steering compartment; the OMM houses both in one combined power-train case, not split)Approx. 28.4 L (30 US qt) for the combined case.Cat TDTO (Transmission/Drive Train Oil, TO-4 spec). Graded SAE 10W, 30W, or 50W by ambient temperature per the OMM viscosity chart.
Final drives (each side)20.5 L (5.5 US gal) per side.Cat TDTO (TO-4 spec), same grade selection as the power-train case.
Hydraulic system / tankApprox. 56.8 L (15 US gal). This figure carries lower confidence than the other rows - verify against the sight gauge or dealer literature before use.Cat TDTO (TO-4 spec) is the OMM-specified fluid for this era's open-center implement/steering hydraulic circuit; grade selection follows the same ambient-temperature chart as the power train.
Pivot shaftNot applicable. The D5C low-drive undercarriage does not carry a separate pivot-shaft oil compartment in the sourced specifications.n/a
Grease (chassis and pin points, including PAT blade angle/tilt linkage and equalizer bar)Applied per the lubrication schedule at each grease fitting; not a bulk reservoir fill.Cat Multipurpose Grease (moly-fortified Cat MPGM for heavy-load pins). NLGI Grade 1 or 2, selected by ambient temperature.

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

Caterpillar D5C PATLGP maintenance schedule

Service intervalTasks
Every 10 h
  • Check engine oil level before starting and check the crankcase/turbocharger area for leaks.
  • Check coolant level at the sight gauge and clear debris from the radiator core and screen.
  • Check hydraulic tank oil level and inspect hose fittings for seepage.
  • Check track tension and walk the LGP undercarriage for shoe, idler, and roller condition.
  • Grease the PAT blade angle/tilt hinge pins and equalizer bar pivot points (weekly cadence).
  • Drain water and sediment from the fuel tank and check the water separator bowl.
Every 250 h
  • Change engine oil and filter, and pull an oil sample for analysis.
  • Inspect and adjust alternator and fan belt tension.
  • Check battery electrolyte level and clean/tighten terminal connections.
  • Service the air intake pre-cleaner and inspect the primary air filter element.
  • Grease PAT cylinder pivot pins, the drawbar, and any fitted ripper or winch linkage pins.
  • Clean or replace the cab fresh-air filter element.
Every 500 h
  • Replace primary and secondary fuel filters and drain the tank fully.
  • Pull oil samples from the power-train/steering compartment, final drives, and hydraulic tank.
  • On Series III Hystat units, check drive pump and motor case-drain pressure and temperature.
  • Inspect PAT angle and tilt cylinders for external leakage or rod scoring.
  • Check track and sprocket wear against the LGP-specific wear chart, not the standard-gauge chart.
  • Inspect ROPS/FOPS mounting hardware and seat belt condition.
Every 1,000 h
  • Change the power-train (transmission and bevel-gear steering) case oil.
  • Change oil in each final drive.
  • Replace the hydraulic system oil filter.
  • Clean the radiator and hydraulic-oil-cooler cores on both faces.
  • Check and adjust track/idler recoil spring preload.
Every 2,000 h
  • Change hydraulic system oil.
  • Replace primary and secondary engine air filter elements.
  • Change coolant if running conventional antifreeze (extend the interval on ELC).
  • Check and adjust engine valve lash.
  • On Series III, recheck Hystat joystick centering calibration and speed-range switch operation.
  • Inspect drawbar, ripper, and winch mounting hardware for wear if fitted.
Every 6,000 h
  • Change Extended Life Coolant (ELC) at its extended service interval, or sooner on conventional coolant.
  • Schedule a full undercarriage wear evaluation - chain pitch, bushing turn, and idler/roller reseal - sized to LGP wear rates.
  • Pressure-test Hystat drive pumps and motors on Series III units and inspect port plates on any circuit reading out of spec.
  • Reseal or rebuild PAT angle/tilt cylinders and inspect the blade control valve spool for wear.
  • Inspect the powershift torque converter and steering clutch/brake packs for wear on powershift-equipped units.

Servicing the D5C PATLGP beyond the schedule

Predictive Maintenance & Fluid Analysis

Run oil-sample analysis on engine oil (Cat DEO), power-train/steering-compartment oil, final-drive oil each side, and hydraulic oil (Cat TDTO, TO-4 spec) at every fluid change to catch wear trends before failure. On Series III Hystat-drive units, watch for creep or shudder with the joystick centered - an early warning of pump or motor wear inside the closed-loop drive circuits, confirmed with a warm hydraulic pressure check at each drive pump. This machine predates electronic diagnostics, so gauge-cluster warning lamps and oil-sample trends replace a scan tool entirely.

Corrective & Common Repairs

Blade drift under load on the PAT group points to worn angle/tilt cylinder seals first, then a worn or debris-jammed angle valve spool if seals don't fix it. On Series III joystick pods, a Hystat range selector that won't shift, or shifts on its own, usually means worn membrane switches or wiring at the pilot solenoids, not a hydraulic fault. Hydraulic oil running hot while coolant stays normal points to a packed hydraulic-oil-cooler core, not the radiator. Early Series I/II 3204 engines risk rod-bearing failure if run hard or overheated.

Overhaul & Rebuild Points

Judge LGP undercarriage life by chain pitch across several links after taking up slack, checked against the LGP wear chart, not the standard-gauge chart. Bushing/pin wear leads sprocket wear on machines that push more than they travel. On Series III Hystat units, a rebuild-versus-exchange call on the drive pumps follows a warm pressure test; inspect port plates on any circuit out of spec. Powershift and direct-drive Series III machines instead wear at the torque-converter and steering clutch/brake packs; PAT cylinders are the other high-hour reseal point.

Seasonal & Environment Servicing

Cold weather: drop to the lighter DEO viscosity grade per the OMM chart, switch to winter-blend or No. 1-D fuel to prevent tank waxing, and confirm coolant freeze protection. Hot, dusty grading work loads the air filter and cooler cores faster; watch the restriction indicator and wash the radiator and hydraulic-oil-cooler cores together, since packed debris between them drives hydraulic overheating alone. In the wet, soft ground this LGP undercarriage is built for, check idler/roller seals for weeping and grease PAT hinge pins more often.

D5C PATLGP common service parts

Part numberPart
101-7664FilmCheck fitment →
123-4298Kit-GasketCheck fitment →

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D5C PATLGP fault codes & troubleshooting

CodeMeaningLikely causeWhat to do
Coolant Temperature Warning Lamp (red, thermometer symbol)Engine coolant temperature has risen above the normal operating rangeLow coolant level, debris-blocked radiator or screen, slipping fan belt, or stuck thermostatReduce load and idle the engine, then after cooldown check coolant level and clear the radiator core/screen of debris
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Lamp (red, oil-can symbol)Engine lubrication oil pressure has dropped below the safe minimumLow oil level, plugged oil filter, worn oil pump, or worn main/rod bearingsShut the engine down immediately, check oil level and filter condition, do not restart until the cause is found
Charging System Warning Lamp (red, battery symbol)Alternator output voltage is below normal, battery is not being chargedBroken or slipping alternator belt, failed alternator, or a loose/corroded wiring connectionCheck belt tension and battery terminal connections, then have the charging system load-tested
Hydraulic Oil Temperature Warning LampHydraulic system oil temperature is above normal operating rangeLow hydraulic fluid level, clogged hydraulic oil cooler fins, or sustained high-load operationReduce implement load and idle to cool down, then check fluid level and clean the cooler core
Air Filter Restriction Indicator (yellow)Intake air filter restriction has reached the service limitClogged primary or secondary air filter element from dust ingestionService or replace the air filter element and reset the restriction indicator
Torque Converter/Transmission Oil Temperature Warning LampPowertrain (torque converter/transmission) oil temperature is above normalLow transmission oil level, prolonged high-load pulling, or a clogged transmission oil coolerReduce load or idle to allow cooling, then check fluid level and cooler condition
Hystat Drive System Warning Lamp (Series III Hystat drivetrain only)Basic monitor panel on hydrostatic-drive units flags a pressure or temperature condition outside normal range in the closed-loop drive circuitsLow hydraulic fluid, worn drive pump or motor, or a faulty pressure/temperature sensorStop and check fluid level and oil cooler, then have a dealer run the drive system calibration/diagnostic check

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

D5C PATLGP attachments & work tools

Blades

PAT (Power Angle Tilt) is the factory-standard blade for this D5C PATLGP configuration, giving hydraulic angle and tilt control from the cab. The wider D5C small-dozer line also offered straight S-blade, semi-universal (SU), and simpler angle-only (A) blade styles, though not all of these alternates are documented specifically for the LGP-undercarriage PATLGP unit. Blade width for D5C-class units runs roughly 2.7 m (about 8.8-9 ft) with angle travel near 25 degrees each way and roughly 41 cm (16 in) of tilt, but exact width/capacity figures vary by configuration (LGP vs XL vs standard gauge) so treat as approximate. VPAT (Variable Power Angle Tilt) is Caterpillar terminology tied to the current-generation D5/D6 (2019-and-later) line and does not apply to this 1990s-era D5C PATLGP.

Rippers

A rear-mounted parallelogram (radial) ripper frame with hydraulic lift/tilt cylinders fits the D5C PATLGP, sized for the D3-D5 dozer class. It is offered as a multi-shank frame with removable shank-and-tip positions, letting operators run a reduced shank count for wider, shallower ripping or drop to a single shank for maximum penetration in hard, frozen, or rocky ground and root work. Complete class-matched ripper assemblies (frame, shanks, tips, cylinder, hoses, mounting hardware) run roughly 330 kg (about 730 lb); this figure is aftermarket-sourced and can vary by supplier and shank count fitted.

Winches

A factory rear winch mounting group was offered for the D5C PAT/PATLGP powershift tractor, matched to the D3-D5 small-dozer class rather than the larger cable winches used on D6-D8 machines. Class-matched winch options include mechanical PTO/transmission-driven drum winches and hydraulic-motor winches built on the same frame and gear train, both sold specifically for D3-D5-class dozers rather than independent large-frame units.

Drawbars/counterweights

A rear drawbar is standard equipment on the D5C PATLGP for towing and for mounting rear implements such as a ripper or winch. A front counterweight group is available to rebalance the tractor when heavier rear attachments (winch, ripper) are fitted; fitment is serial-number dependent and not universally interchangeable across every front pull-hook/counterweight configuration.

Cab/ROPS guarding (forestry/waste)

Caterpillar did not offer a dedicated factory forestry or waste-handling guard package for the D5C the way it later did for D5G/D5M/D7E machines. The standard cab is an enclosed ROPS/FOPS structure; forestry- or waste-configured D5C units typically run dealer- or aftermarket-fitted screen kits (mesh or perforated-steel rear and front guards plus door and side window guards) sized for the D3C/D4C/D5C family rather than a single certified factory forestry package.

Hydraulic arrangement (front/rear tools)

The D5C PATLGP runs a single engine-driven gear-type implement pump feeding an open-center hydraulic system, split between the front PAT blade circuit (angle, tilt, lift) and the rear ripper circuit through a control valve bank at the operator's station. Fitting a rear ripper adds a control valve section dedicated to ripper lift/tilt; front blade and rear ripper functions run from separate valve sections rather than a shared one. Pump output and circuit sizing are matched to the 3204 diesel used on this PAT/PATLGP powershift configuration.

All D5C PATLGP assemblies by section

Every catalogued assembly group for the Caterpillar D5C PATLGP. Open an assembly to preview the parts inside — full OEM part numbers are available in Heavy Parts AI.

Air Inlet And Exhaust System
4p6162 Air Cleaner Gp
4p6674 Air Cleaner Gp
8n4780 Cartridge Gp-Turbocharger*R
7e0831 Extension Gp-Exhaust
4p6669 Lines Gp-Air
01***50Plug To Aftercooler Inlet Elbow1
4P***61Elbow-Exhaust1
4P***69Lines Group-Air1
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4p6662 Lines Gp-Air
4p9377 Lines Gp-Turbocharger Oil
6n6085 Manifold Gp-Exhaust
6N***85Manifold Group-Exhaust; Exhaust Manifold Group1
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4p6677 Muffler Gp
4m0310 Precleaner As
8n4774 Turbocharger Gp
6n5079 Turbocharger Gp
6N***79Turbocharger Group; Turbocharger Group1
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Basic Engine
2w1337 Camshaft Gp-Single
2W***37Camshaft Group-Single; Single Camshaft Group1
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4p6663 Cover Gp-Valve Mechanism
Crankshaft Bearing Replacement
8N***71.51 mm--Front Main--Non-Grooved3
8N***72.51 mm--Front Main--Non-Grooved3
8N***730 Standard--Front Main--Non-Grooved; 0 (Standard)-Front Main-Non-Grooved3
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7c0688 Crankshaft Gp
7C***88Crankshaft Group; Crankshaft Group1
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7n4821 Cylinder Block As
2w7902 Cylinder Block As
6n9049 Cylinder Block Gp
6N***49Cylinder Block Group; Cylinder Block Group1
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7c3805 Cylinder Head As*R
9y6111 Cylinder Head As
7c2296 Cylinder Head As
6n2397 Cylinder Head Gp*R
6N***97Cylinder Head Group; Cylinder Head Group1
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7w9394 Cylinder Head Gp*R
4p6668 Drive Gp-Fan (Belt)
7n6937 Flywheel Gp
1w1355 Gear Gp-Front
1W***55Gear Group-Front; Front Gear Group1
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7n6344 Housing Gp-Flywheel
7N***44Housing Group-Flywheel; Flywheel Housing Group1
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2w4384 Housing Gp-Front
2W***84Housing Group-Front; Front Housing Group1
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1w5554 Lifting Gp
6n8370 Pan Gp-Oil
4p0533 Piston & Rod Gp-3 Ring
2w1040 Piston & Rod Gp
2W***40Piston & Rod Group; Connecting Rod And Piston Group1
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2w4841 Piston Gp
4p6666 Pulley Gp-Crankshaft
4p6670 Support Gp-Engine & Transmission
1w5720 Valve Mechanism Gp
1W***20Valve Mechanism Group; Valve Mechanism Group1
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Cooling System
9n5659 Cooler Gp-Engine Oil
7c7744 Cooler Gp-Engine Oil
4p6675 Fan Gp-Blower
4n0188 Lines Gp-Water
4N***88Lines Group-Water; Water Lines Group1
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4n0660 Pump Gp-Water
4N***60Pump Group-Water; Water Pump Group1
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4p6681 Radiator Gp
Electrical System
7n4784 Alternator Gp-Charging
1w4263 Alternator Gp-Charging
8n2822 Alternator Gp-Charging
6V***78Nut; (10-32-Thd)2
8F***34Lockwasher; (External Teeth)2
8N***68Alternator Group-Charging1
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8n2268 Alternator Gp-Charging
8y5048 Battery & Wiring Gp-Part 2 Of 2
8y5048 Battery & Wiring Gp-Part 1 Of 2
6s3548 Battery Gp
9x7779 Lamp Gp-Flood
9X***79Lamp Group-Flood; -Roading Lights1
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9x9069 Lamp Gp-Flood
8y5067 Lighting Gp-3 Lamp
8y7145 Lighting Gp-3 Lamp
8y6562 Starting Aid Gp-Ether
3e1865 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
4n0190 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
4N***90Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group1
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8y5059 Warning Gp-Back-Up
Engine Arrangement
4p6540 Engine Ar-Part 2 Of 2
12***62Single Cylinder Head0
1W***54Lines Group-Fuel Injection; Fuel Injection Lines Group1
1W***54Lifting Group1
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4p6540 Engine Ar-Part 1 Of 2
1N***24Filter Group-Oil; Oil Filter Group1
1W***67Gauge Group-Oil Level (Dipstick)1
1W***55Gear Group-Front; Front Gear Group1
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Final Drive
8y1792 Drive Gp-Power Take-Off
8y7132 Final Drive Gp
8y5628 Final Drive Gp
8y6530 Final Drive Gp
8y7056 Universal Joint Gp
Frame And Body
5g2342 Guard Gp-Brush
5g2327 Guard Gp-Brush
8y6570 Guard Gp-Brush
8Y***70Guard Group-Brush; Guard Gp-Brush1
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8y7095 Counterweight Gp-Front
5g0779 Drawbar Gp
8y5643 Firewall Gp
8y5639 Firewall Gp
8y1794 Frame Gp
8y6576 Guard Gp-Bottom
8y1795 Guard Gp-Bottom
8y7157 Guard Gp-Radiator
8y1796 Guard Gp-Radiator
8y1797 Hood & Guard Gp
8y7524 Sweep Ar
8Y***37Sweep Group1
8Y***57Guard Group-Radiator1
8Y***24Sweep Ar1
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8y5637 Sweep Gp
1531298 Track Gp
15***73Link As-Track1
15***98Track Group1
1M***08Nut-Track144
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Fuel System
5g3612 Cap Gp-Protection
5G***12Cap Group-Protection; Fuel Filler Protection Cap Group1
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8y5321 Control Gp-Decelerator
8y5034 Control Gp-Governor
4p9379 Filter Gp-Fuel
1w8730 Governor Gp
8y1798 Lines Gp-Fuel
7n0042 Lines Gp-Fuel Injection
1w1354 Lines Gp-Fuel Injection
1W***54Lines Group-Fuel Injection; Fuel Injection Lines Group1
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4w0469 Pump Gp-Fuel Injection
1w6539 Pump Gp-Fuel Injection
2w6309 Pump Gp-Fuel Transfer
1006406 Pump Gp-Fuel Transfer
1w0568 Pump Gp-Fuel Transfer
2w4403 Pump Gp-Fuel Transfer
2W***03Pump Group-Fuel Transfer; Fuel Transfer Pump Group1
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4p6928 Governor & Fuel Injection Pump Gp
8y1791 Tank Gp-Fuel
4w5063 Torque Control Gp
Hydraulic System
9j8698 Cylinder Gp-Angling-2 Required (Chgs 01-04)
9J***98Angling Cylinder Group; Angling Cylinder Group1
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8y5053 Control Gp-Hydraulic Hand
8y7111 Control Gp-Hydraulic Hand
8y4983 Control Gp-Hydraulic Hand
8y0639 Control Gp-Hydraulic Hand
8Y***39Control Group-Hydraulic Hand; Control Gp-Hydraulic Hand1
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8y4984 Control Gp-Hydraulic Hand
7j9223 Cylinder Gp-Lift-2 Required (Chgs 01-09)
8y0246 Lines Gp-Rear
8Y***46Lines Group-Rear Attachment; Lines Gp-Rear Attachment1
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8e4276 Mounting Gp-Cylinder Lines
8E***76Mounting Group-Cylinder Lines; Mounting Gp-Cylinder Lines1
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9j8674 Cylinder Gp-Tilt (Chgs 00-04)
9J***74Tilt Cylinder Group; Tilt Cylinder Group1
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9t7250 Valve Gp-Bank
9T***50Valve Group-Bank; Valve Gp-Bank1
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9t7249 Valve Gp-Bank
9t7651 Valve Gp-Control
9t7641 Valve Gp-Control
9t7642 Valve Gp-Control
9T***42Valve Group-Control; -Angle, Tilt1
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9t7638 Valve Gp-Relief
9T***38Valve Group-Relief; (Pilot Operated)1
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9t7639 Valve Gp-Relief
9T***39Valve Group-Relief; (Direct Operated)1
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7j9920 Cylinder Gp-Ripper (Chg 08)
8y5065 Hydraulic Ar-4 Valve
8Y***46Lines Group-Rear Attachment; Lines Gp-Rear Attachment1
8Y***39Control Group-Hydraulic Hand; Control Gp-Hydraulic Hand1
8Y***83Control Group-Hydraulic Hand1
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8y7126 Hydraulic Ar-4 Valve
8Y***46Lines Group-Rear Attachment; Lines Gp-Rear Attachment1
8Y***11Control Group-Hydraulic Hand1
8Y***26Hydraulic Ar1
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8y5068 Hydraulic Ar-3 Valve
8Y***83Control Group-Hydraulic Hand1
8Y***84Control Group-Hydraulic Hand1
8Y***68Hydraulic Ar1
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8e7558 Lines Gp-Angle & Tilt
8e9154 Lines Gp-Angle & Tilt
8y5054 Lines Gp-Hydraulic
1015696 Lines Gp-Pump
8y5634 Lines Gp-Pump
6s3559 Lines Gp-Ripper
6S***59Lines Group-Ripper; Ripper Lines Group1
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6y2111 Lines Gp-Winch
3g5385 Pump Gp-Gear
8j4513 Pump Gp-Gear
8j4512 Pump Gp-Gear
8J***12Pump Group-Gear; Gear Pump Group-Single Section1
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8y5069 Tank & Filter Gp-Hydraulic
8y5318 Tank Gp-Hydraulic
8y5055 Valve & Mounting Gp
6s4767 Valve Gp-Breaker Relief
9t7634 Valve Gp-Check
Implements
8y2451 Lines & Pump Gp
3g5046 Pump Gp-Gear
6e1413 Pump Gp-Gear
5g0269 Mounting Gp-Trunnion
5G***69Trunnion Mounting Group; Trunnion Mounting Group1
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6y5836 Bit & Cutting Edge Gp
8e7088 Bit & Cutting Edge Gp
8e7322 Blade Gp
1061062 Blade Gp
8e9145 Blade Gp-Angling
1068465 Blade Gp-Angling
1068463 Bulldozer Ar
10***63Bulldozer Ar1
10***65Blade Group-Angling1
10***68C-Frame Group-Power Angling1
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1061066 Bulldozer Ar
10***62Blade Group1
10***64C-Frame Group-Power Angling1
10***66Bulldozer Ar1
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1061065 Bulldozer Ar
10***62Blade Group1
10***64C-Frame Group-Power Angling1
10***65Bulldozer Ar1
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1068462 Bulldozer Ar
10***62Bulldozer Ar1
10***65Blade Group-Angling1
10***68C-Frame Group-Power Angling1
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8e9127 Bulldozer Ar
5G***69Trunnion Mounting Group; Trunnion Mounting Group1
7B***28Drive Screws-2 Required For Installing2
7J***23Lift Cylinder Group2
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8e9126 Bulldozer Ar
7B***28Drive Screws-2 Required For Installing2
8E***26Bulldozer Ar-Angling1
8E***28C-Frame Group1
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8e7304 Bulldozer Ar
7B***28Drive Screws-2 Required For Installing2
8E***04Bulldozer Ar-Pwr Angle & Tilt1
8E***05C-Frame Group1
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8e7303 Bulldozer Ar
5G***69Trunnion Mounting Group; Trunnion Mounting Group1
7B***28Drive Screws-2 Required For Installing2
7J***23Lift Cylinder Group2
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8e7305 C-Frame Gp
8e9128 C-Frame Gp
1068468 C-Frame Gp-Power Angling
1061064 C-Frame Gp-Power Angling
6y1467 Case & Covers Gp
6y1906 Gear & Clutch Gp-Part 1 Of 1
6y2216 Control Gp-Winch
5g2636 Control Gp-Towing Winch
5G***36Control Group-Winch; Control Gp-Towing Winch1
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5g3938 Control Gp-Towing Winch
5G***38Control Group-Winch; Control Gp-Towing Winch1
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5g4331 Control Gp-Towing Winch
5G***31Control Group-Winch; Control Gp-Towing Winch1
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6y2048 Control Gp-Winch
6y2175 Conversion Ar-Winch
0S***19Bolt,Machine Gear Retaining Part Of Kit P/N 1w***465
3T***80Cover As1
5G***38Control Group-Winch; Control Gp-Towing Winch1
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6y2176 Conversion Ar-Winch
0S***19Bolt,Machine Gear Retaining Part Of Kit P/N 1w***465
1A***83Bolt (4.75" Long-Location "B")2
3T***80Cover As1
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6y2217 Conversion Gp-Winch
6y1959 Conversion Gp-Winch
7g9447 Covers Gp-Shipping
2M***80Seal--To Connector Pump Outlet1
3T***85Cover-Shipping; Shipping Cover1
7G***47Cover Group-Shipping; Shipping Cover Group1
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8y5654 Drive Ar-Winch
8Y***92Drive Group-Power Take-Off1
8Y***51Pump & Lines Group1
8Y***54Drive Ar-Winch1
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7g9470 Drive Gp-Winch
7g6800 Manifold Gp
6t2288 Manifold Gp
8j3294 Mounting Gp-Ripper
8J***94Mounting Group-Ripper; Ripper Mounting Group1
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7g9423 Mounting Gp-Winch
8y5642 Pump & Lines Gp
1015692 Pump & Lines Gp
9j9005 Ripper Ar
6S***59Lines Group-Ripper; Ripper Lines Group1
7B***28Drive Screws-2 Required For Installing2
7J***20Cylinder Group-Ripper1
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8j3334 Ripper Gp
8j5313 Tooth Gp
7g6861 Valve Gp
6t2289 Valve Gp
6t2287 Valve Gp-Selector & Pressure Control
6T***87Valve Group-Selector & Press Cont1
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7g6799 Valve Gp-Selector & Pressure Control
7G***99Valve Group-Selector & Press Cont1
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8e5586 Winch Ar
10***92Pump & Lines Group1
5G***31Control Group-Winch; Control Gp-Towing Winch1
6Y***55Winch Ar-Towing1
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8e5585 Winch Ar
10***92Pump & Lines Group1
5G***36Control Group-Winch; Control Gp-Towing Winch1
6Y***55Winch Ar-Towing1
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6y2055 Winch Ar-Towing
4B***58Screw (Identification Plate) Mounting4
6V***27Plate, Serial Number; On Left Hand Side Of Winch1
6V***06Film (Instruction)1
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Lubrication System
6n3382 Breather Gp
1n3224 Filter Gp-Oil
1N***24Filter Group-Oil; Oil Filter Group1
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4p9378 Fumes Disposal Gp
1w0367 Gauge Gp-Oil Level (Dipstick)
1W***67Gauge Group-Oil Level (Dipstick)1
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6i2826 Gauge Gp-Oil Level (Dipstick)
6I***26Gauge Group-Oil Level (Dipstick)1
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7w0332 Kit-Pcv Breather
2w6697 Pump Gp-Oil-Without Housing
Operator Station
8y1147 Rops Ar-Open
5G***21Mounting Group-Rops1
5G***73Rops Group1
8Y***47Rops Ar-Open1
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8y4741 Cab Gp-Part 3 Of 4
8y4741 Cab Gp-Part 4 Of 4
8y4741 Cab Gp-Part 1 Of 4
8y4741 Cab Gp-Part 2 Of 4
8y5036 Dash Gp
8y5325 Dash Gp
5g0190 Door Gp-Lh-Part 1 Of 2
5g0190 Door Gp-Lh-Part 2 Of 2
5g0200 Door Gp-Rh-Part 2 Of 2
5g0200 Door Gp-Rh-Part 1 Of 2
8m7892 Gauge As-Ammeter
9x5715 Gauge Gp-Cluster
8y5633 Guard Gp-Vandalism
8y5653 Guard Gp-Vandalism
5g0537 Heater Gp-Cab
5G***37Heater Group-Cab; Cab Heater Group1
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8y1562 Horn Gp-Electric
8y5337 Instrument Gp
8y5037 Instrument Gp
9w1490 Kit-Meter Service
8T***01Film; (Service Meter)1
9W***90Kit-Service Meter1
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9g6762 Meter-Service
9G***62Meter-Service1
9W***90Kit-Service Meter1
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8y5315 Mounting Gp-Cab
2N***79Machine Screw--Wire Assembly To Panel4
3D***43Hinge-Butt2
4B***81Screw-Machine4
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5g0521 Mounting Gp-Rops
5g2002 Pressurizer Gp-Cab
5G***02Pressurizer Group; Cab Pressurizer Group1
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5g2055 Pressurizer Gp-Part 1 Of 3
5g2055 Pressurizer Gp-Part 2 Of 3
5g2055 Pressurizer Gp-Part 3 Of 3
8y5238 Rollover Ar-Enclosed
5G***49Washer Group-Windshield; Windshield Washer Group1
5G***57Wiring Group-Cab; Cab Wiring Group1
5G***37Heater Group-Cab; Cab Heater Group1
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8y7509 Rollover Ar
5G***49Washer Group-Windshield; Windshield Washer Group1
5G***57Wiring Group-Cab; Cab Wiring Group1
5G***37Heater Group-Cab; Cab Heater Group1
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5g0673 Rops Gp
8y1177 Seat & Support Gp
8y5043 Seat & Support Gp
8y4029 Seat Belt Gp
6s7596 Seat Gp-Part 2 Of 2
6s7596 Seat Gp-Part 1 Of 2
8y5481 Seat Gp
8y6713 Seat Gp-Vinyl
8y5480 Seat Gp-Adjustable
8y6714 Seat Gp-Suspension
2v7961 Suspension As-Seat
8y5482 Suspension Gp-Seat
9c7161 Suspension Gp-Seat-Part 2 Of 2
9c7161 Suspension Gp-Seat-Part 1 Of 2
9g7641 Switch Gp-Start
9G***41Switch Group-Start; -Engine, Key-Vims Service1
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5g0049 Washer Gp-Windshield
5G***49Washer Group-Windshield; Windshield Washer Group1
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5g0974 Wiper Gp
5g0457 Wiring Gp-Cab
5G***57Wiring Group-Cab; Cab Wiring Group1
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Service Equipment And Supplies
Name Plates & Films-Part 1 Of 2
03***91Pop - Rivet (To Secure Safety Lable)4
3E***79Plate-Eec Certification1
3N***90Plate Serial Number; On R.H. Rear Bank Of Cylinder Block As Viewed From Rear Of Engine1
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Name Plates & Films-Part 2 Of 2
10***64Film; (Identification) (Engine Oil Filter)1
1P***07Film-Symbol; 2 On Bottom Of Upper Frame Below Engine. 2 On Front Of Upper Frame Above Boom Articulation4
3E***12Film-D5c2
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Steering And Braking System
8y7089 Brake Gp-Steering-Part 1 Of 4
8y7089 Brake Gp-Steering-Part 4 Of 4
8y7089 Brake Gp-Steering-Hand-Part 4 Of 4
8y7089 Brake Gp-Steering-Hand-Part 2 Of 4
8y7089 Brake Gp-Steering-Hand-Part 3 Of 4
8y7058 Brake Gp-Steering-Part 1 Of 3
8y7058 Brake Gp-Steering-Part 3 Of 3
8y7089 Brake Gp-Steering-Part 3 Of 4
8y7089 Brake Gp-Steering-Hand-Part 1 Of 4
8y7089 Brake Gp-Steering-Part 2 Of 4
8y7058 Brake Gp-Steering-Part 2 Of 3
8y5320 Case Gp-Steering Clutch
8y7019 Clutch Gp-Steering
8y5295 Control Gp-Steering
8y5641 Lines Gp-Steering
8y5640 Steering Ar
8Y***25Dash Group1
8Y***37Instrument Group1
8Y***33Guard Group-Vandalism1
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8y6735 Valve Gp-Control
8y6737 Valve Gp-Control
8y6733 Valve Gp-Control
8y6734 Valve Gp-Control
Torque Converter
8y5632 Lines Gp-Torque Converter Cooler
1t1929 Torque Converter Gp
Transmission
8e7614 Case & Parts Gp-Part 1 Of 2
8e7614 Case & Parts Gp-Part 2 Of 2
8y5052 Control Gp-Transmission
8e7734 Control Gp-Transmission Hydraulic
8E***34Control Group-Transmission Hydraulic1
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9p7244 Covers Gp-Shipping
9P***44Cover Group-Shipping; (Storage)1
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9p4540 Drive Gp-Pump
8y5629 Filler Gp-Power Train Oil
9p6277 Filter Gp-Transmission
9P***77Filter Group-Transmission; -Transmission1
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8e7615 Transfer Case & Gear Gp
8y5630 Gear Gp-Bevel
8y7508 Lines Gp-Power Train Oil
8y5631 Lines Gp-Power Train Oil
8e7593 Planetary Gp-Part 1 Of 1
8e7652 Pump Gp
8e7651 Pump Gp-Gear
1494234 Segment Gp-Sprocket
14***34Segment Group-Sprocket; -Sprocket1
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8y6575 Shaft Gp-Drive
8e7594 Transmission Ar
12***98Kit-Gasket; (Transmission Oil Filter)0
12***00Kit-Gasket; (Output Transfer Gear)0
12***01Kit-Gasket; (Hydraulic Control)0
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8e7733 Valve Gp
8e7735 Valve Gp-Selector & Pressure Control
8E***35Valve Group-Selector & Press Cont1
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Undercarriage
7g4831 Cap Gp-Track Roller-24 Required
8y1799 Frame Gp-Track Roller
8y7165 Guard Gp-Recoil Mechanism
8y7939 Guard Gp-Recoil
1043626 Guard Gp-Rock
8y8918 Guard Gp-Track Roller
8y5636 Guard Gp-Track Roller
8y5049 Idler Gp-Front
1v6817 Link As-Track
6i9527 Link As-Track-Sealed & Lubricated
6k9880 Roller Gp-Track Carrier-2 Required
6K***80Roller Group-Track Carrier; (Upper)1
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1248240 Roller Gp-Track-Double Flange
12***40Roller Group-Track-Double Flange1
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1248237 Roller Gp-Track-Single Flange
12***37Roller Group-Track-Single Flange1
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8e7298 Sprocket Gp-2 Required
8y6529 Support Gp-Undercarriage
8y7137 Support Gp-Undercarriage
8y5079 Support Gp-Undercarriage
8e7501 Track Gp-2 Required
1M***08Nut-Track144
1V***22Shoe-Grouser Track36
1V***23Shoe-Track (Master)1
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6i9569 Track Gp-460 Mm (18 In) Grouser Shoe-2 Required
1M***08Nut-Track144
3T***60Shoe-Track37
3T***01Bolt-Track Master; (5/8-18x2.63-In)2
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6i9570 Track Gp-510 Mm (20 In) Grouser Shoe-2 Required
1M***08Nut-Track144
3T***01Bolt-Track Master; (5/8-18x2.63-In)2
6I***27Link As-Track1
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8e7515 Track Gp-2 Required
1M***08Nut-Track144
1V***17Link As-Track1
3P***74Bolt-Track Master4
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6i9571 Track Gp
1M***08Nut-Track144
2P***63Lubricant1
3T***01Bolt-Track Master; (5/8-18x2.63-In)2
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8e7529 Track Gp-2 Required
1M***08Nut-Track144
1V***17Link As-Track1
2V***19Shoe-Track36
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8e7499 Track Gp-2 Required
1M***08Nut-Track144
1V***17Link As-Track1
3P***74Bolt-Track Master4
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1531300 Track Gp
15***73Link As-Track1
15***00Track Group1
1M***08Nut-Track144
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6i9572 Track Gp
1M***08Nut-Track144
2P***63Lubricant1
3T***01Bolt-Track Master; (5/8-18x2.63-In)2
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6i9568 Track Gp-660 Mm (26 In) Grouser Shoe-2 Required
1M***08Nut-Track144
3T***01Bolt-Track Master; (5/8-18x2.63-In)2
6I***27Link As-Track1
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8e7500 Track Gp-2 Required
1M***08Nut-Track144
1V***15Shoe-Grouser Track36
1V***16Shoe-Grouser Track1
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7g4837 Track Roller Gp-Double Flange
7G***37Track Roller Group-Double Flange1
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7g4836 Track Roller Gp-Single Flange
7G***36Track Roller Group-Single Flange1
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D5C PATLGP serial number reference

The PIN plate on a D5C is riveted to the right-hand side of the main frame rail, near the front of the machine below the operator's platform/fuel tank area, readable from ground level; the engine carries its own separate serial tag on the block, so match both if ordering engine parts. Pre-2001 Cat pattern: a 3-character alphanumeric prefix followed by a sequential unit number (e.g., 8ZS01234) - the prefix identifies the factory build series/configuration breakpoint used in the parts book, not the calendar year by itself, so always check the full PIN against the parts manual breakpoint before ordering.

PrefixIdentifies
3MKD5C / D5C LGP, Series I, Powershift, PAT blade option
6PJD5C, Series I, Powershift
5HSD5C / D5C LGP XL, Series III, Hystat
6CSD5C LGP / D5C LGP XL, Series III, Hystat
7PSD5C LGP XL, Series III, Hystat
8ZSD5C / D5C LGP XL, Series III, direct-drive Powershift
6ZLD5C LGP, Series III, direct-drive Powershift
9DLD5C LGP, Series III, direct-drive Powershift

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the Caterpillar D5C PATLGP have?

It depends on series. Early production (Series I/II, roughly 1991-93) carries the Cat 3204 turbocharged four-cylinder diesel, rated near 67 kW (90 hp) net. Series III production switched to the Cat 3046/3046T turbocharged diesel, rated around 74.6 kW (100 hp) gross and 67 kW (90 hp) net. Confirm the fitted engine against the PIN/serial prefix before ordering parts.

What is the operating weight of a D5C PATLGP?

About 8,972 kg (19,780 lb) in the factory PAT-blade-plus-LGP-undercarriage configuration. A standard-gauge D5C without the wide LGP undercarriage and PAT blade group runs lighter, around 8,428-8,487 kg (18,580-18,711 lb). The PATLGP is always the heavier build because of the wider shoes and hydraulic blade group.

What replaced the Caterpillar D5C?

The D5G and D5G LGP succeeded the D5C line at the end of its production run, around 2001-2002. The D5C itself had succeeded the earlier D5B. Parts and service literature generally don't cross over to the D5G, so identify the exact series and engine on hand before ordering.

What D5C PATLGP owners discuss

What engine actually powers a D5C PATLGP, and does it vary by series?
Engine depends on series. Early D5C PATLGP production (Series I/II) used the Caterpillar 3204, a turbocharged four-cylinder rated around 67 kW (90 hp net). Series III production moved to the Caterpillar 3046/3046T, rated around 74.6 kW (100 hp) gross and 67 kW (90 hp) net. Confirm which engine is actually fitted before ordering parts or matching service literature; the two have little in common beyond both carrying the D5C nameplate. Owners flag the 3204's rod bearings, particularly the number 3 journal, as a weak point on the turbocharged version when run hard or allowed to overheat, and a spun bearing can lock the crank and end the engine. The naturally aspirated 3204 used in lighter machines has a better reputation than this turbocharged application. The Series III 3046/3046T has a cleaner track record.
Why does the Hystat drive creep or shake at neutral, and is it urgent?
Series III PATLGP machines with Hystat drive use two independent closed hydrostatic loops, one per track, each with its own variable-displacement pump and drive motor. Creep at neutral or a shake/shudder with the joystick centered points to wear or contamination inside a pump or motor, not a simple linkage adjustment. Common causes are worn pump or motor internals bleeding pressure across neutral, a joystick that has lost its centering calibration, or trapped air/contamination from a stretched fluid change interval. Diagnosis is a warm hydraulic pressure check at each drive pump, left and right, followed by inspection of the port plates if a pump reads out of spec. Because creep at neutral means the machine can move without operator input, have your dealer verify hystat pump pressures and joystick calibration before the machine goes back to work.
What's the realistic wear pattern on the LGP undercarriage, and how do you judge remaining life?
The LGP undercarriage runs wider, lower-pressure shoes than a standard-gauge D5C, and wear shows up differently: on machines that spend most of their life pushing rather than traveling on hard ground, bushing and pin wear tends to lead sprocket wear. Judge remaining life by measuring chain pitch across several links after taking up slack (back the machine against the sprocket to remove play), and compare against the factory new-versus-full-wear figures for the LGP track group specifically, not the standard-gauge chart. Also check idler travel remaining, sprocket tooth profile, and rail height at the center of the link. Idler and roller seal weeping is a common leak point on high-hour LGP frames and is worth a close look during any inspection.
The PAT blade won't hold its angle or tilt position under load. What's usually wrong?
Owners point to angle/tilt cylinder seals first. Worn seals let a cylinder bleed down internally, so the blade creeps out of commanded position under load even though the valve is holding. Angle and tilt each run on cylinders plumbed to work opposite each other, so a leak on either side shows up as drift on that axis. If new cylinder seals don't cure the drift, the next suspect is the angle valve body; a stuck or worn valve spool, often from debris ingestion, can mimic a cylinder seal leak. Because a blade that won't hold position can move unexpectedly under load, have your dealer verify cylinder and valve condition before returning the machine to grading work.
What electrical issues show up on the Hystat control system?
The Hystat speed-range selector on the joystick pod uses membrane-style switches to toggle between low and high travel range. These switches and their wiring wear with use on higher-hour machines and are a common source of a range that won't shift, or shifts on its own. The range switches operate small solenoids that meter pilot oil to the pump swashplate, so a wiring or switch fault can look like a hydraulic problem until the electrical side is ruled out first. This is a simple on/off circuit, not a full electronic control system, so diagnosis is mostly continuity and solenoid function checks rather than a code reader.
Is hydraulic oil overheating a known complaint, separate from engine overheating?
Yes, and owners treat it as separate from engine overheating. The hydraulic oil cooler sits in the same shroud as the radiator, mounted ahead of or behind it depending on build. If coolant temperature stays normal but hydraulic temperature climbs during heavy grading or pushing, check the hydraulic cooler core first: debris packed between the radiator and cooler cores, bent fins, or gaps in the shroud and ducting that let air bypass the cores instead of pulling through them. Pulling the radiator/cooler package for a thorough wash on both sides of each core, then confirming the ducting seals properly, resolves most reported cases without further teardown.
What should I check before buying a used D5C PATLGP?
Confirm which engine and drive combination is actually fitted: 3204 turbo four-cylinder powershift on early Series I/II, or 3046/3046T on Series III in either powershift or Hystat form. Parts, service history, and known failure points differ by combination. On a Hystat machine, pull an oil sample and run a warm hydraulic pressure check at both drive pumps; a tired pump or motor on a high-hour hystat machine is a real repair cost. Walk the undercarriage and measure chain wear instead of eyeballing it, since the wider, heavier LGP shoes wear differently than standard gauge. Cycle the PAT blade fully through angle and tilt and watch for creep with the valve held in the hold position, a sign of tired cylinder seals. Check for oil residue at the hydraulic cooler core and watch coolant and hydraulic temperatures separately during a warm-up test drive. Have your dealer verify hystat pump condition and PAT cylinder/valve condition before agreeing on a final price.

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

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