Caterpillar PR-1000
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Caterpillar PR-1000

Maintenance schedule, common problems & OEM parts breakdown

The Caterpillar PR-1000 is a track-mounted cold planer (cold milling machine) built for highway-scale asphalt removal, part of the PR-series profiler line Caterpillar brought to market through its 1985 manufacturing alliance with CMI Corporation, alongside the PR-75, PR-105, PR-450, and PR-750. The PR-1000 and its PR-1000C production update share a Caterpillar 3412 V12 diesel and a common serial-number prefix, pointing to a running production change rather than a full generation redesign. Full-load operating weight for the PR-1000C is documented at roughly 46,780 kg (103,132 lb); exact cutting width is not reliably documented, since published figures conflict with each other and with the PR-series' size-class naming, so confirm actual drum width from the dataplate rather than a spec sheet. Exact start and end years of production are not clearly published, but the line dates from the mid-to-late 1980s CMI-built program and continued into the 1990s. All variants share a three-track undercarriage, an integrated water spray system for dust and bit cooling, and a rear discharge conveyor; no wheeled configuration is documented for this size class.

Because reliable published spec data for this machine is thin and partly inconsistent, the PR-1000/PR-1000C's exact position relative to Caterpillar's later cold planer generations is best confirmed machine-by-machine rather than assumed from spec sheets. Caterpillar's later cold planer generations, including the PM-565 and today's PM800-series, use a different naming and sizing scheme, and no OEM statement of a direct successor to the PR-1000 was found, so the PR-1000/PR-1000C is best treated as a standalone line in the used and parts market. Surviving units and their running gear, drum assemblies, and 3412 engine components remain a niche draw: engine parts are still broadly supported through Caterpillar's wider diesel engine network, while cold-planer-specific structural, drum, and conveyor parts are scarcer, keeping well-maintained PR-1000/PR-1000C machines and their take-off components in demand for milling work and rebuild projects.

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 PR-1000 specifications

Engine

Engine modelCat 3412, V12 diesel
Gross powerAggregator figures list 750 kW (1,005.8 hp), which is above typical 3412 diesel output for a machine in this weight class -- confirm rated output from the engine arrangement number on the dataplate rather than a spec sheet.
Displacement27.0 L (1,647.7 cu in)
Cylinders12, V-configuration
Emissions tierNot published for this model; predates modern emissions certification

Weights

Operating weight (full load)46,780 kg (103,132 lb)
Shipping weightNot published separately from operating weight
Ground pressureNot published

Dimensions

Operating length16.6 m (54.5 ft)
Shipping width4.91 m (16.1 ft)
Shipping heightAggregator data lists 3.81 m (12.5 ft), the same figure separately reported for cutting width -- likely a data-mapping error in the source table; confirm actual transport height from the machine's shipping documentation.
Discharge conveyor width121.9 cm (48 in)
Undercarriage configurationThree-track layout, one steerable front track and two rear tracks; track shoe width 47.8 cm (18.8 in) front and rear
Wheelbase / ground clearanceNot published

Performance

Travel speed3.4 km/h (2.1 mph)
Milling (working) speed23 m/min (75.5 ft/min)
Cutting widthNot reliably documented. Published figures (3.81 m / 12.5 ft) conflict with the PR-series' size-class naming convention (PR-450, PR-750, PR-1000, PR-1050, PR-1300) -- verify actual drum width against the dataplate.
Cutting depth254 mm (10 in)
GradeabilityNot published

Service capacities (summary)

Fuel tank1,514 L (400 gal)
Water spray systemAggregator figures near 3,785 L (1,000 gal) read as a placeholder value rather than a confirmed factory figure -- verify actual tank size with a dealer.
Hydraulic systemNot published
Engine oilNot published
Cooling systemNot published

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

PR-1000 fluids & capacities

SystemCapacityRecommended fluid
Engine crankcase, with filter (Cat 3412 diesel, V12)Not published for this chassis in available service literature. General Cat 3412 industrial sumps of this displacement class typically run 68-91 L (18-24 US gal) depending on oil pan option -- treat as a rough reference only and confirm the exact figure against the machine OMM before servicing.Cat DEO (Diesel Engine Oil). Use SAE 10W below 0C (32F), SAE 30 in temperate ranges, and a 15W-40 multigrade where ambient temperature swings widely, per Cat's standard diesel engine oil viscosity chart for this engine family.
Cooling systemNot published in available service literature for the PR-1000. Verify against the OMM or with a dealer before draining or refilling.Cat ELC (Extended Life Coolant) or Cat DEAC antifreeze/coolant concentrate, mixed at the standard ratio Cat specifies for this engine family; do not mix ELC with conventional coolant.
Fuel tank1514 L (400 US gal)No. 2-D diesel fuel meeting Cat's fuel specification. Switch to No. 1-D or a winter-blend fuel below freezing per Cat's cold-weather fuel guidance.
Hydraulic system, including tankNot published in available service literature for the PR-1000. Verify against the OMM before servicing.Cat HYDO Advanced 10, or Cat TDTO on configurations where the OMM specifies a shared hydraulic/powertrain fluid. Use the lighter viscosity grade in cold climates per Cat's hydraulic oil viscosity chart.
Water spray system (cutter drum cooling / dust suppression)Not reliably documented. Aggregator figures near 3785 L (1000 US gal) read as placeholder data rather than a confirmed factory figure -- verify actual tank size against the OMM or a dealer.Clean water. Add a water-system conditioner or antifreeze additive in freezing conditions per Cat's spray-system guidance.
Track drive / final drive housings (each)Not published in available service literature for the PR-1000. Verify against the OMM.Cat TDTO (Transmission/Drivetrain Oil) or equivalent, per Cat's final-drive lubricant chart.
Grease points (cutter drum bearings, conveyor bearings, track-frame pins)Spec only -- no reservoir capacity applies.Cat MPGM multipurpose grease (NLGI 2 lithium complex); use Cat Advanced 3-Moly grease at pins and bushings under heavy shock load.

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

Caterpillar PR-1000 maintenance schedule

Service intervalTasks
Every 50 h
  • Check engine oil, coolant, and fuel level; drain the fuel-water separator
  • Walk the cutting drum and inspect tool holders and picks for wear, cracking, or missing teeth
  • Clean water spray nozzles and confirm even spray pattern across the drum housing
  • Check the discharge conveyor belt for tracking, tension, and edge damage
  • Grease track roller frame, conveyor pivots, and drum lift cylinder pins
  • Look for hydraulic leaks around the drum drive motor, lift cylinders, and steering circuit
Every 250 h
  • Change engine oil and filter or pull a sample for oil analysis
  • Grease drum box door seals, track idler bearings, and roller shafts
  • Torque-check cutting drum tool holder retaining bolts to spec
  • Check hydraulic tank level and inspect filter condition indicators
  • Adjust track tension on all three track units
  • Clean radiator fins and check the cooling package for debris packing
Every 500 h
  • Replace hydraulic system return and case-drain filters
  • Sample and test engine oil, coolant, and hydraulic fluid
  • Inspect the final drive and track drive motors for seal leakage
  • Check and adjust the conveyor belt scraper and skirting
  • Inspect the drum drive coupling or chain for stretch and wear
  • Torque-check main frame and undercarriage mounting bolts
Every 1,000 h
  • Change engine oil, oil filter, and fuel filters
  • Change hydraulic filters and inspect the hydraulic tank breather
  • Service the water spray pump and inspect the spray manifold for cracking
  • Inspect drum bearing seals for leakage and repack as needed
  • Check turbocharger shaft play on the engine
  • Test coolant condition and top up extender or replace per the cooling system spec
Every 2,000 h
  • Change the full hydraulic system oil charge
  • Inspect cutting drum bearings and seals; rebuild the drum box if seal wear is found
  • Check and adjust engine valve lash and injector timing on the mechanically governed diesel
  • Measure track chain wear and sprocket condition; replace components beyond limit
  • Load-test the alternator, starter, and battery, and clean wiring connections for corrosion
  • Inspect the drum drive gearbox or belt housing for internal wear
Every 4,000 h
  • Pull the engine turbocharger and top-end components for inspection or overhaul
  • Rebuild the cutting drum drive gearbox and replace drum bearings as a set
  • Evaluate the full undercarriage (track chains, rollers, idlers, sprockets) for rebuild or replacement
  • Inspect the main frame and conveyor boom welds for fatigue cracking
  • Flush and pressure-test the entire cooling system
  • Recondition or replace hydraulic cylinders on the drum lift and steering circuits

Servicing the PR-1000 beyond the schedule

Predictive Maintenance & Fluid Analysis

Run scheduled oil sampling on the 3412 diesel to catch bearing and liner wear early; on this vintage machine it is mechanically governed with no electronic diagnostics to flag problems. Track hydraulic fluid condition on the drum drive and lift circuits, where fine milling debris and heat accelerate contamination. Test coolant for the cooling package regularly given the engine's continuous full-load duty cycle. Monitor water spray system flow and pump output, since reduced spray accelerates cutting bit wear and drum heat buildup.

Corrective & Common Repairs

Expect frequent tool holder and pick replacement on the cutting drum from continuous asphalt and aggregate contact. Conveyor belt mistracking and scraper wear are common given constant material discharge loading. Track roller and idler wear shows up on all three track units from the machine's heavy operating weight. Water spray nozzles clog with milled debris and need regular clearing. Hydraulic cylinder seal leaks on the drum lift and steering circuits are a recurring repair point on higher-hour machines.

Overhaul & Rebuild Points

Drum bearing and seal rebuilds are the core overhaul item on the PR-1000/PR-1000C, since the drum box runs submerged in abrasive milled material. Engine top-end work on the 3412, including turbocharger and injector service, follows normal mechanical-diesel overhaul intervals rather than electronic prognostics. Track chains, rollers, and sprockets across the three-track undercarriage wear as a set and are typically rebuilt together. Structural inspection of the main frame and conveyor boom welds matters on machines with heavy hour totals.

Seasonal & Environment Servicing

Cold starts on the mechanically governed 3412 diesel benefit from proper glow or ether-assist systems and battery maintenance in low temperatures. Drain and winterize the water spray system fully before freezing weather to avoid cracked lines and pump housings. In hot, dry conditions, increase spray system checks since dust suppression and bit cooling both depend on consistent water delivery. Seasonal coolant concentration checks matter given the engine's sustained full-load operating temperatures during long milling passes.

PR-1000 common service parts

Part numberPart
9N-6007Filter As-Engine OilCheck fitment →

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PR-1000 fault codes & troubleshooting

CodeMeaningLikely causeWhat to do
Engine Oil Pressure telltale (red lamp, no numeric code)Mechanical oil pressure switch has tripped below the safe thresholdLow engine oil level, worn oil pump, clogged suction screen or filter, or a failed pressure switchShut the engine down immediately, check oil level and filter condition before restarting
Engine Coolant Temperature telltale (red lamp, no numeric code)Coolant temperature sender has exceeded the safe thresholdLow coolant level, slipping or broken fan belt, plugged radiator core, or thermostat stuck closedIdle down, check coolant level and belt condition once safe, inspect radiator for debris before resuming milling
Charging System telltale (amber lamp, no numeric code)Alternator output is not matching battery voltageSlipping alternator belt, worn brushes, failed regulator, or a loose/corroded battery connectionCheck belt tension and battery terminals, test alternator output with a multimeter
Air Cleaner Restriction indicator (mechanical pop-up gauge on housing)Intake vacuum across the air filter element has exceeded the service limitDust-loaded primary air filter element from milling operationsService or replace the air filter element and reset the pop-up indicator
Hydraulic Filter Bypass indicator (pop-up button on filter head)Differential pressure across the hydraulic return filter has opened the bypass valveClogged filter element, cold/high-viscosity hydraulic oil at startup, or an internal hydraulic component shedding debrisWarm the hydraulic system before high-flow work and replace the filter element if the indicator stays popped after warm-up
Water-in-Fuel telltale (amber lamp, no numeric code)Water separator bowl on the primary fuel filter has reached its water level thresholdCondensation or contaminated fuel accumulating in the separator bowlDrain the water separator and inspect fuel for contamination
Exhaust pyrometer over-temperature (gauge needle into red band, no numeric code)Exhaust manifold temperature has risen above the normal operating rangeEngine lugging under an aggressive cut, restricted air intake, or fuel system out of adjustmentReduce cutting depth or ground speed, check air filter restriction and injection timing

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

PR-1000 attachments & work tools

Cutting rotor and bit family

The PR-1000 mills asphalt and composite pavement with a carbide-tipped rotor running all-purpose conical bits in a helical/chevron pattern for even wear and breakout force. Optional heavy-duty and fine-cut bit styles exist across this Cat cold-planer class for harder aggregate or finer-texture finishes, though a PR-1000-specific bit catalog is not documented online -- verify current bit part numbers with a dealer against the machine serial prefix.

Toolholder / mounting system

Bits mount in bolt-on, replaceable toolholders welded or bolted to the rotor body, consistent with Cat's cold-planer rotor design of this era (pre-dating later fastener-free quick-release holders introduced on newer product lines). Holders are field-replaceable as wear items but are not a separate work-tool attachment in the coupler sense.

Cutting width class

Model naming places the PR-1000 in a size class consistent with Cat's PR-series line-up (PR-450, PR-750, PR-1000, PR-1050, PR-1300 spanning smaller to larger cuts). Some spec aggregators list a far larger cutting width and horsepower figure for this model that is inconsistent with the naming convention and with the Cat 3412 engine's typical output range -- treat those figures as unreliable and confirm actual drum width against the machine's dataplate or Cat dealer records.

Engine and power arrangement

Documentation ties the PR-1000/PR-1000C pairing to a Cat 3412 diesel, sharing the same serial-number prefix across the base PR-1000 and the updated PR-1000C, indicating a running production update rather than a full generational redesign. Exact rated horsepower is not reliably documented online for this specific machine and varies by source; confirm against the engine arrangement number on the machine.

Discharge conveyor

A rear or front discharge conveyor removes milled material from the cutting chamber to a waiting truck. Conveyor width and reach are fixed to the machine's chassis class and are not a swappable work tool, though wear liners and belt water-spray lubrication are standard maintenance items.

Water spray / dust suppression system

An onboard water-spray system cools the cutting bits and rotor and helps control dust during milling, with spray nozzles fanned across the cutting chamber and conveyor. This is factory-integrated plumbing rather than a bolt-on attachment, fed from an onboard water tank.

Depth and edge control (skid plates / side plates)

Side plates and skid shoes bracket the rotor to set and hold cutting depth and contain milled material, with depth typically adjustable per side to allow independent left/right cut depth. Bolt-on wear skis and wear-resistant skid plates protect the side plates and anti-slab area and are standard replaceable wear guards rather than optional attachments.

Operator station / canopy options

Cat cold planers of this size class commonly offer an operator canopy (sometimes hydraulically foldable for transport) with wind/weather screens as a factory or dealer-installed option for operator protection. A PR-1000-specific canopy option list is not separately documented online; treat canopy configuration as a build-specific option to confirm per unit.

Track/undercarriage configuration

The PR-1000 runs on a multi-track undercarriage (a three-track arrangement) rather than wheels, giving stable support and steering for full-width milling passes. Exact track count and width figures vary across sources reviewed and should be confirmed against the specific unit rather than treated as fixed.

All PR-1000 assemblies by section

Every catalogued assembly group for the Caterpillar PR-1000. Open an assembly to preview the parts inside — full OEM part numbers are available in Heavy Parts AI.

Basic Engine
7c4120 Adapter Gp
4n0965 Camshaft Gp-Single
9n3596 Camshaft Gp-Single
9l6065 Cover Gp-Cylinder Block
9L***65Cover Group-Cylinder Block; Cylinder Block Cover Group1
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4n6866 Cover Gp-Cylinder Block
6n1897 Cover Gp-Flywheel Housing
9l7861 Cover Gp-Flywheel Housing
9L***61Cover Group-Flywheel Housing; Flywheel Housing Cover Group1
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4n6798 Cover Gp-Front Housing
4N***98Cover Group-Front Housing; Front Structure Cover Group1
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6n1400 Cover Gp-Oil Pan
4w6968 Cover Gp-Valve Mechanism
7w4184 Cover Gp-Valve Mechanism
4w2581 Cover Gp-Valve Mechanism-Part 1 Of 2
8n0913 Cover Gp-Valve Mechanism
8N***13Cover Group-Valve Mechanism; Valve Mechanism Cover Group1
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4w2581 Cover Gp-Valve Mechanism-Part 2 Of 2
4n0922 Crankshaft Gp
4N***22Crankshaft Group; Crankshaft Group1
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9n6222 Crankshaft Gp
2w0085 Crankshaft Gp*R
7n0841 Cylinder Block As
7e0036 Cylinder Block As
4n1201 Cylinder Block Gp
2w4859 Cylinder Block Gp
9n6356 Cylinder Block Gp*R
9N***56Cylinder Block Group; Cylinder Block Group1
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7e4850 Cylinder Block Gp
7w2241 Cylinder Head As
7c2320 Cylinder Head As*R
7w2243 Cylinder Head As*R
7c3807 Cylinder Head As
7c2296 Cylinder Head As
9n3600 Cylinder Head Gp*R
9N***00Cylinder Head Group; Cylinder Head Group1
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4w7007 Cylinder Head Gp-Part 1 Of 2*R
4W***07Cylinder Head Group; Head Group-Cylinder1
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4w7007 Cylinder Head Gp-Part 2 Of 2*R
4W***07Cylinder Head Group; Head Group-Cylinder1
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1w2282 Cylinder Head Gp*R
7w2242 Cylinder Head Gp
8n5572 Pulley & Damper Gp
8N***72Damper & Pulley Group; Pulley And Damper Group1
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9n5590 Pulley & Damper Gp
9N***90Damper & Pulley Group; Pulley And Damper Group1
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4w9965 Damper Gp
1K***72Locknut Horn To Guard12
4W***65Damper Group1
8M***78Stud-Taperlock12
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4n7351 Drive Gp-Accessory
4n8850 Flywheel Gp
7n3079 Flywheel Gp
4n6341 Gear Gp-Front Timing
4N***41Gear Group-Front; Front Timing Gear Group1
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4n3825 Gear Gp-Rear
4N***25Gear Group-Rear; Rear Timing Gear Group1
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7w3999 Housing Gp-Flywheel
4n2931 Housing Gp-Flywheel
4N***31Housing Group-Flywheel; Housing Group-Flywheel1
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7c6032 Housing Gp-Flywheel
9n5211 Housing Gp-Front
9N***11Housing Group-Front; Front Housing Group1
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4n5226 Housing Gp-Front
4N***26Housing Group-Front; Front Housing Group1
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7n7767 Lifting Gp-Engine
7N***67Lifting Group-Engine; Engine Lifting Eye Group1
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4n6808 Lifting Gp
7n8464 Lines Gp-Positive Crankcase Ventilation
7N***64Lines Group-Pcv; Positive Crankcase Ventilation Lines Gp.1
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4n2647 Pan Gp-Oil
9n6314 Pan Gp-Engine Oil
9N***14Pan Group-Oil; Pan Gp-Engine Oil1
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9n6435 Rod & Piston Gp-8 Required
2w9054 Rod & Piston Gp-12 Required
2W***54Piston & Rod Group; Connecting Rod & Piston Group1
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2w9053 Piston Gp
2w4841 Piston Gp
7w5927 Arm Gp-Valve Rocker
7W***27Rocker Arm Group; -Rear, Rh; Front, Lh1
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7w5926 Arm Gp-Valve Rocker
7W***26Rocker Arm Group; -Front, Rh; Rear, Lh1
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4n1717 Rocker Arm Gp
9n0542 Seal Gp-Crankshaft
9N***42Seal Group-Crankshaft; Crankshaft Seal Group1
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7n9078 Support Gp-Engine
7N***78Support Group-Engine; -Front, Wide1
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6n6499 Support Gp-Engine
6N***99Support Group-Engine; Engine Support Group-Front1
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9n5224 Support Gp-Engine
7c6353 Valve As
9l8790 Valve As
9n3603 Valve Mechanism Gp
9N***03Valve Mechanism Group; Valve Mechansim Group1
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4n7352 Valve Mechanism Gp
4N***52Valve Mechanism Group; Mechanism Group-Valve1
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Console/Panel
820772 Console & Control Gp-Part 2 Of 2
820772 Console & Control Gp-Part 1 Of 2
820772 Console & Control Gp-Part 1 Of 3
820772 Console & Control Gp-Part 2 Of 3
820772 Console & Control Gp-Part 3 Of 3
0820773 Panel As-Instrument-Part 1 Of 3
0820773 Panel As-Instrument-Part 3 Of 3
0820773 Panel As-Instrument-Part 2 Of 3
7n4160 Switch Gp
Conveyor
0820930 Conveyor As-Lower-Part 1 Of 2
0820930 Conveyor As-Lower-Part 2 Of 2
0820959 Conveyor As-Upper-Part 1 Of 3
0820959 Conveyor As-Upper-Part 2 Of 3
0820959 Conveyor As-Upper-Part 3 Of 3
0820928 Support As-Lower Conveyor
0820958 Support As-Upper Conveyor
7x5080 Kit-Conveyor Extension
Cooling System
4n8099 Aftercooler Gp-Water
4n2388 Cooler Gp-Engine Oil
4N***88Cooler Group-Engine Oil; Engine Oil Cooler Group1
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1w4912 Cooler Gp-Engine Oil
9n3593 Cooler Gp-Engine Oil
7r2922 Cooling Gp-Radiator
5n5742 Cover Gp-Water Outlet Orificed
5N***42Cover Group-Water Outlet; Cover Gp-Water Outlet Orificed1
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8n0021 Filter Gp-Coolant
8N***21Filter Group-Coolant; -Dual Element1
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4n2452 Lines Gp-Water
6n0466 Lines Gp-Water
6n1898 Lines Gp-Water Aftercooler
6N***98Lines Group-Water; Lines Group-Water (Aftercooler)1
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4n7657 Pump Gp-Water*R
4N***57Pump Group-Water; Pump Gp-Water (4n***37 N/S)1
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4n5837 Pump Gp-Water
4N***37Pump Group-Water; Pump Group-Water1
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1341487 Pump Gp-Water
9n3654 Pump Gp-Water
9N***54Pump Group-Water; Water Pump Group1
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1050196 Pump Gp-Water
Cutter
9n8226 Clutch As
0820691 Counterweight As-Part 1 Of 2
0820691 Counterweight As-Part 2 Of 2
0820736 Drive Gp-Auxiliary Cutter-Part 2 Of 2
0820736 Drive Gp-Auxiliary Cutter-Part 1 Of 2
8t6299 Torque Hub As
7x3623 Cutter As-12 Ft. 6 In.-Part 1 Of 3
7x3623 Cutter As-12 Ft. 6 In.-Part 2 Of 3
7x3623 Cutter As-12 Ft. 6 In.-Part 3 Of 3
Engine Arrangement
9e1888 Engine Ar
1W***34Gauge Group-Oil Level (Dipstick)1
1W***40Elbow Group-Exhaust1
2W***27Engine Ar1
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2w8227 Engine Ar-Part 1 Of 2
2W***27Engine Ar1
4N***68Filter Group-Fuel; Fuel Filter Group1
4W***21Pump Group-Gov & Fuel Inj; Pump Gp-Governor & Fuel Injection1
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7w7541 Engine Ar-Part 1 Of 2
2N***20Breather Group; Breather Gp-Crankcase2
2W***37Filler Group-Oil1
4N***22Crankshaft Group; Crankshaft Group1
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7w7541 Engine Ar-Part 2 Of 2
2W***65Lines Group-Fuel Injection; Lines Group-Fuel Injection1
2W***54Piston & Rod Group; Connecting Rod & Piston Group12
4N***28Meter Group-Service; Meter Group-Service1
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2w8227 Engine Ar-Part 2 Of 2
1N***54Pump Group-Engine Oil1
1W***36Lines Group-Fuel Filter; Fuel Filter Lines Group1
2W***70Turbocharger Group1
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9e1814 Engine Ar
3N***41Control Group-Governor1
4W***65Damper Group1
5N***42Cover Group-Water Outlet; Cover Gp-Water Outlet Orificed1
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Frame
8t4037 Mount As-Adjustable Sensor
0820994 Plumbing As-Hydraulic Oil Tank
0820810 Scale As-Deck
1c4209 Mounting As-Sensor
8t3905 Ski Gp-Averaging
0820688 Stop As-Mainframe
0820707 Main-Frame As-Part 1 Of 4
0820707 Main-Frame As-Part 3 Of 4
0820707 Main-Frame As-Part 2 Of 4
0820707 Main-Frame As-Part 4 Of 4
Fuel System And Governor
9l6743 Control Gp-Governor
9L***43Control Group-Governor; Governor And Control Group1
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3n7741 Control Gp-Governor
9n3607 Drive Gp-Governor & Fuel Pump
9N***07Drive Group-Governor & Fuel Pump; Governor And Fuel Pump Drive Group1
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6n3195 Drive Gp-Governor & Fuel Pump
6N***95Drive Group-Governor & Fuel Pump; Governor & Fuel Injection Pump Drive Group1
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7w5993 Drive Gp-Tachometer
6n8791 Drive Gp-Tachometer-Single
6N***91Drive Group-Tachometer; Drive Gp-Tachometer-Single1
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9l6925 Fastener Gp-Fuel Pump Housing
9L***25Fastener Group-Fuel Pump Housing; Fuel System Fastener Group1
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9y3336 Fastener Gp
8h7204 Filter Gp-Fuel
4n5868 Filter Gp-Fuel
4N***68Filter Group-Fuel; Fuel Filter Group1
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4n6925 Filter Gp-Fuel
4N***25Filter Group-Fuel; Filter Group-Fuel1
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820900 Fuel System-3208 Engine
821045 Fuel System-3412 Engine
6n8882 Gauge Gp-Fuel Pressure
4w6013 Governor Gp-Part 1 Of 2
4w6013 Governor Gp-Part 2 Of 2
7n6124 Housing As-Pump
7w1077 Lines Gp-Fuel Filter
7W***77Lines Group-Fuel Filter; Fuel Filter Lines Group1
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1w4436 Lines Gp-Fuel Filter
1W***36Lines Group-Fuel Filter; Fuel Filter Lines Group1
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4w5798 Lines Gp-Fuel Injection
4w5800 Lines Gp-Fuel Injection
4W***00Lines Group-Fuel Injection; Fuel Injection Lines Group1
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7c6299 Lines Gp-Fuel Injection
4w5799 Lines Gp-Fuel Injection
7c6300 Lines Gp-Fuel Injection
2w8065 Lines Gp-Fuel Injection
2W***65Lines Group-Fuel Injection; Lines Group-Fuel Injection1
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7w1998 Lines Gp-Fuel Injection
7W***98Lines Group-Fuel Injection; Fuel Injection Lines Group1
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9y0300 Lines Gp-Fuel Injection
9y0301 Lines Gp-Fuel Injection
4w7018 Nozzle As-Fuel Valve*R
6n1947 Piston Gp-Governor Servo
4w7374 Plate Gp-Governor Adapter
4w6068 Pump Gp-Fuel Injection-Part 1 Of 2
7w0561 Pump Gp-Fuel Injection
4w6068 Pump Gp-Fuel Injection-Part 2 Of 2
4w0101 Pump Gp-Fuel Injection
4n3287 Pump Gp-Fuel Priming
4N***87Pump Group-Fuel Priming; Pump Group-Fuel Priming1
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4n4314 Pump Gp-Fuel Priming
4N***14Pump Group-Fuel Priming; Fuel Priming Pump Group1
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4n1101 Pump Gp-Fuel Transfer
4w5477 Pump Gp-Fuel Transfer
7c8972 Governor & Fuel Injection Pump Gp*R
7c8973 Governor & Fuel Injection Pump Gp
7c8928 Governor & Fuel Injection Pump Gp-Part 4 Of 5
7c9496 Governor & Fuel Injection Pump Gp
7C***96Pump Group-Gov & Fuel Inj; Pump Gp-Governor & Fuel Injection1
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7c8928 Governor & Fuel Injection Pump Gp-Part 1 Of 5
4w5634 Governor & Fuel Injection Pump Gp-Part 4 Of 5
4w5634 Governor & Fuel Injection Pump Gp-Part 3 Of 5
7c9497 Governor & Fuel Injection Pump Gp
4w5634 Governor & Fuel Injection Pump Gp-Part 1 Of 5
7c8928 Governor & Fuel Injection Pump Gp-Part 2 Of 5
4w5634 Governor & Fuel Injection Pump Gp-Part 5 Of 5
4w5638 Governor & Fuel Injection Pump Gp*R
4w5634 Governor & Fuel Injection Pump Gp-Part 2 Of 5
7c8928 Governor & Fuel Injection Pump Gp-Part 5 Of 5
4w5621 Governor & Fuel Injection Pump Gp
4W***21Pump Group-Gov & Fuel Inj; Pump Gp-Governor & Fuel Injection1
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4w5639 Governor & Fuel Injection Pump Gp
7c8928 Governor & Fuel Injection Pump Gp-Part 3 Of 5
4w5622 Governor & Fuel Injection Pump Gp
4w8929 Pump Gp-Governor, Fuel Injection, Fuel Transfer
4W***29Pump Group-Gov, Fuel Inj & Tfr; Governor, Fuel Inj. & Fuel Tfr. Pump Group1
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9n6519 Separator Gp-Water
6n0509 Torque Control Gp
4n4267 Torque Control Gp
4N***67Torque Control Group; Governor Torque Spring Group1
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Hydraulic System
8c0338 Brake As-Hydraulic
8t3903 Control As-Slope-Part 2 Of 2
8t3903 Control As-Slope-Part 1 Of 2
8t5540 Cylinder As-Hydraulic
8c0447 Cylinder Gp-Hydraulic
0817895 Hydraulic As-Cutter Door-Part 2 Of 2
0817895 Hydraulic As-Cutter Door-Part 1 Of 2
0820996 Hydraulic System-Auxiliary Pressure/Return-Part 1 Of 2
08***96Hydraulic Group-Auxiliary Press/Retn1
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0820996 Hydraulic System-Auxiliary Pressure/Return-Part 2 Of 2
08***96Hydraulic Group-Auxiliary Press/Retn1
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0821001 Hydraulic System-Upper Conveyor Controls
08***83Hydraulic Group-Upper Convyr Swg; Hydraulic System-Upper Conveyor Swing1
08***01Hydraulic Group-Conveyor Cntrl1
08***02Hydraulic Group-Upper Convyr Elv; Hydraulic System-Upper Conveyor Elevator1
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0821019 Hydraulic System-Lower Conveyor Controls
0820998 Hydraulic System-Lower Conveyor Drive
0820999 Hydraulic System-Upper Conveyor Drive
820997 Hydraulic System-Conveyor Pump & Control-Part 2 Of 2
08***97Hydraulic Group-Convyr Pmp Cntl1
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820997 Hydraulic System-Conveyor Pump & Control-Part 1 Of 2
08***97Hydraulic Group-Convyr Pmp Cntl1
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0820980 Hydraulic System-Cutter Moldboard-Part 1 Of 2
08***80Hydraulic Group-Cutter Molboard1
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0820980 Hydraulic System-Cutter Moldboard-Part 2 Of 2
08***80Hydraulic Group-Cutter Molboard1
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7x8303 Hydraulic System-Manual Elevation-Part 2 Of 2
0821000 Hydraulic System-Automatic Elevation-Part 2 Of 2
7x8303 Hydraulic System-Manual Elevation-Part 1 Of 2
0821000 Hydraulic System-Automatic Elevation-Part 1 Of 2
820995 Hydraulic System-Ground Drive-Part 2 Of 2
820995 Hydraulic System-Ground Drive-Part 1 Of 2
0821002 Hydraulic System-Upper Conveyor Elevation
08***02Hydraulic Group-Upper Convyr Elv; Hydraulic System-Upper Conveyor Elevator1
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0820983 Hydraulic System-Upper Conveyor Swing Control
08***83Hydraulic Group-Upper Convyr Swg; Hydraulic System-Upper Conveyor Swing1
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8t4043 Motor Gp-Hydraulic
9n8963 Pendulum As
8t3951 Sensor As
7x8300 Hydraulic System-Manual Steering
1c4831 Valve As
8t4047 Valve As-Cylinder Lock
8c0769 Valve As
8t6273 Valve Gp
Intake And Exhaust System
3n2915 Adapter Gp-Air Cleaner
3N***15Adapter Group-Air Cleaner; Air Cleaner Adapter Group1
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6n6078 Air Cleaner Gp
7n6331 Air Cleaner Gp
6n6090 Air Compressor Gp*R
6n8895 Air Compressor Gp
7w2878 Cartridge Gp-Turbocharger*R
9n3676 Cartridge Gp-Turbocharger*R
1w7740 Elbow Gp-Exhaust
9n6755 Lines Gp-Air
9N***55Lines Group-Air; Air Lines Group1
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4w7649 Lines Gp-Air
4n2934 Lines Gp-Turbocharger Oil
8n8925 Manifold Gp-Exhaust
8N***25Manifold Group-Exhaust; Exhaust Manifold Group1
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9n3612 Manifold Gp-Exhaust
9N***12Manifold Group-Exhaust; Exhaust Manifold Group1
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9n6619 Manifold Gp-Inlet
9N***19Manifold Group-Inlet; Inlet Manifold Group1
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4w9970 Parts Gp-Misc
4N***08Pulley-Air Compressor1
4W***70Parts Group-Miscellaneous1
6N***91Gasket; (5.63 X 3.44 In)1
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6n9091 Shield Gp-Manifold Heat
6N***91Shield Group-Manifold; -Exhaust Manifold1
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820876 Air Compressor Gp-Part 2 0f 2
7r3055 Supply Gp-Air-(3208 Engine)
820876 Air Compressor Gp-Part 1 Of 2
2w7470 Turbocharger Gp
4w7648 Turbocharger Gp
7w2875 Turbocharger Gp*R
4w7500 Turbocharger Gp
Lubrication System
2n8220 Breather Gp-Crankcase
2N***20Breather Group; Breather Gp-Crankcase1
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4n2481 Fastener Gp-Oil Pump Mounting
4N***81Fastener Group-Oil Pump Mounting; Oil Pump Mounting Fastener Group1
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2w6537 Filler Gp-Engine Oil
9n6007 Filter As-Engine Oil-2 Required
4n2387 Filter Gp-Engine Oil
9y0858 Filter Gp-Engine Oil
6n7305 Fumes Disposal Gp
9n2538 Gauge Gp-Oil Level
9N***38Gauge Group-Oil Level (Dipstick)1
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7w5292 Gauge Gp-Oil Level
7W***92Gauge Group-Oil Level (Dipstick)1
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1w3134 Gauge Gp-Oil Level
1W***34Gauge Group-Oil Level (Dipstick)1
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9y0304 Guide Gp-Oil Level (Rear)
9Y***04Guide Group-Oil Level; Guide Gp-Oil Level (Rear)1
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9n6336 Lines Gp-Engine Oil
8n3037 Lines Gp-Engine Oil
7c6256 Lines Gp-Engine Oil
1n4254 Pump Gp-Engine Oil
6n1030 Pump Gp-Engine Oil
6N***30Pump Group-Engine Oil; Engine Oil Pump Group1
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Power Train
0817690 Gear-Box As-Two Pump
8c7017 Torque Hub As
7x8301 Power Pack Gp-3412-Part 2 Of 4
7x8301 Power Pack Gp-3412-Part 4 Of 4
7x8302 Power Pack Gp-3208-Part 3 Of 4
7x8302 Power Pack Gp-3208-Part 2 Of 4
7x8302 Power Pack Gp-3208-Part 1 Of 4
7x8302 Power Pack Gp-3208-Part 4 Of 4
7x8301 Power Pack Gp-3412-Part 3 Of 4
7x8301 Power Pack Gp-3412-Part 1 Of 4
9p7783 Roller Gp-Single Flange
9P***83Roller Group-Single Flange; Track Roller Group-Single Flange1
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6k9879 Roller Gp-Track Carrier
6K***79Roller Group-Track Carrier; Track Carrier Roller Group1
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0821038 Take-Up As
0820764 Track Gp
0820762 Track As
0820763 Track As-2 Required
08***63Track Group; (Front & Right Rear)1
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1c4591 Wheel As-Grade Sensing
Service Equipment And Supplies
7x3728 Decal Gp-Part 2 Of 2
7x3728 Decal Gp-Part 1 Of 2
7x3619 Shipping Gp
7x3749 Shipping Gp-Conveyor
Starting And Electrical System
0821023 Electrical As-Part 2 Of 3
0821023 Electrical As-Part 1 Of 3
0821023 Electrical As-Part 3 Of 3
4n2328 Meter Gp-Service
4N***28Meter Group-Service; Meter Group-Service1
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6n2926 Mounting Gp-Alternator
6N***26Mounting Group-Alternator; Alternator Mounting Group1
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4n9314 Shut-Off Gp-Electrical
7w6124 Shut-Off Gp-Electrical
9n0683 Shut-Off Gp-Electrical
3t8635 Solenoid As
3t3421 Solenoid As
6t4750 Solenoid As-Shut-Off
6T***50Solenoid As-Shutoff; Solenoid Shut-Off Group1
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6n3749 Solenoid As-Shut-Off
6N***49Solenoid As-Shutoff; Solenoid Shut-Off Group1
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6t6122 Solenoid As-Shut-Off
6T***22Solenoid As-Shutoff; Solenoid Gp-Shut-Off--Ledex Inc1
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6t6121 Solenoid As-Shut-Off
6T***21Solenoid As-Shutoff; Shut-Off Solenoid Group1
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7t8854 Solenoid As-Starting Motor
6n9987 Solenoid Gp-Shut-Off
6N***87Solenoid Group-Shutoff1
6T***26Solenoid Group-Shutoff; Solenoid Gp-Shut-Off1
6T***22Solenoid As-Shutoff; Solenoid Gp-Shut-Off--Ledex Inc1
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6t4126 Solenoid Gp-Shut-Off
6T***26Solenoid Group-Shutoff; Solenoid Gp-Shut-Off1
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7n8884 Solenoid Gp-Shut-Off
7N***84Solenoid Group-Shutoff; Solenoid Gp-Shut-Off1
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6n9988 Solenoid Gp-Shut-Off
6N***49Solenoid As-Shutoff; Solenoid Shut-Off Group1
6N***88Solenoid Group-Shutoff1
6T***50Solenoid As-Shutoff; Solenoid Shut-Off Group1
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6n1889 Starting Motor Gp-Electric*R
6N***89Starting Motor Group-Electric1
7T***94Starting Motor Group-Electric1
8C***44Starting Motor Group-Electric; Starting Motor Gp - Electric1
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3t2649 Starting Motor Gp-Electric-Part 2 Of 3
7t0794 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
9g5584 Starting Motor Gp-Electric-Part 2 Of 2
3t2649 Starting Motor Gp-Electric-Part 1 Of 3
3t2649 Starting Motor Gp-Electric-Part 3 Of 3
9g5584 Starting Motor Gp-Electric-Part 1 Of 2
8c3644 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
8C***44Starting Motor Group-Electric; Starting Motor Gp - Electric1
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1211323 Switch Gp
Steering
0819893 Indicator As-Steering
0820721 Leg As
Water Spray System
8c0880 Motor Gp-Hydraulic
8t3904 Pump As-Water
8t8049 Pump As-Water
8t4046 Pump Gp-Water
0820830 Spray As-Roller
0820819 Water System-Part 1 Of 2
0820819 Water System-Part 2 Of 2

PR-1000 serial number reference

The PIN/serial plate on a Cat cold planer is a riveted metal tag on the main frame, typically near the operator platform or a frame rail close to the engine compartment, with the number often stamped into the frame nearby as a backup. Read the first three characters as the plant/model prefix (5XC for this machine) and the digits that follow as the build sequence number for that run. If the plate is missing or worn, use the frame-stamped number as the fallback reference.

PrefixIdentifies
5XCPR-1000 / PR-1000C cold planer

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the Caterpillar PR-1000 cold planer use?

The PR-1000 and its PR-1000C production update run a Caterpillar 3412 V12 diesel, mechanically governed on this vintage of machine. Confirm the exact arrangement from the engine dataplate, since rated output figures vary widely across published sources.

How much does a Caterpillar PR-1000 cold planer weigh?

The PR-1000C is documented at roughly 46,780 kg (103,132 lb) full-load operating weight. The base PR-1000 sits in the same general size class, though an independently published weight figure for that variant is not available, so treat operating weight as varying by configuration and series.

What replaced the Caterpillar PR-1000?

There is no direct like-for-like Cat successor documented for this model. Caterpillar's later cold planer generations, including the PM-565 and the current PM800-series, use a different naming and sizing scheme, and no OEM source ties them to the PR-1000 as a direct replacement.

What PR-1000 owners discuss

What engine is actually in the PR-1000, and is the published horsepower rating trustworthy?
The PR-1000 runs a Caterpillar 3412 V-12 diesel (about 27 L / 1,648 cu in displacement), not a 3406 inline-6 as some parts lookups suggest -- the displacement figures only line up with the 3412. Published output for this class ranges anywhere from roughly 520 kW up past 750 kW (700 to over 1,000 hp) depending on the listing, so treat any single number as approximate and confirm the rating plate on the specific unit rather than a spec sheet. Field quirks mirror the rest of the 3412 family: oil that disappears without an external leak is usually going through the turbo bearings or into the aftercooler, and black smoke paired with a power loss points to fouled injectors or lost boost before fuel quality. Have your dealer verify actual rated output and turbo condition before relying on any published figure.
The machine pulls to one side under cut load -- is that a track problem or a hydraulic problem?
Consensus on track-propelled milling machines is to check the hydraulic side first. Track propel is hydrostatic and drives each side independently, so a leak, a worn drive motor, or an unbalanced pump/valve setup shows up as one track running slower than the other under load -- not as an obvious steering pull on flat ground. On a large tracked planer, that imbalance often surfaces first as an inconsistent cut line rather than a steering complaint, so operators are told to watch the cut edge, not just the tiller. Have your dealer verify hydraulic flow and pressure balance side-to-side before replacing any undercarriage components.
What wear pattern is typical for the undercarriage on a machine like this?
The PR-1000 rides on a three-track crawler arrangement rather than the simple two-track layout common on smaller planers, so each track needs its own inspection instead of assuming symmetric wear. Running track tension loose accelerates roller and idler wear faster than keeping it to spec, and tight-radius turning inside a cut or working on slopes eats undercarriage life quicker than straight milling passes. Because retensioning is cheap and re-tracking is not, undercarriage tension is treated as a daily check rather than a scheduled-service item, and remaining undercarriage life is one of the first things a pre-purchase inspection calls out separately from track condition.
How long do cutting picks actually last, and what should a mechanic watch for?
This holds true across the cold-planer category generally, not just this model: carbide picks run roughly 50 to 150 hours in asphalt and drop to somewhere in the 10 to 30 hour range milling concrete, with the outer picks on the drum wearing first. The check done every shift is whether each pick still spins freely in its holder -- one that stops rotating flat-wears on one face and can rust or weld itself into the holder, turning a quick pick swap into an hours-long cut-and-weld repair. Keeping the water spray system working is reported to meaningfully extend pick life by managing heat at the cutting edge, not just knocking down dust.
What electrical or sensor issues come up most often?
Grade and slope sensing (sonic or contact ski, mounted near the cutting chamber) lives in the worst environment on the machine -- constant vibration, water spray, and milled debris -- so cable chafing and corroded connectors are reported far more often than the sensor units themselves failing outright. Because this is an older-generation Cat cold planer that predates current grade-control electronics, original wiring harnesses and connectors on surviving units are usually well past due for inspection; cleaning and dielectric-greasing sensor connectors is treated as routine maintenance rather than a repair. Have your dealer verify sensor calibration and harness condition if grade readings start drifting or look erratic.
What does the water spray/dust suppression system commonly need?
A centrifugal pump feeds flat-fan nozzles in the cutting chamber to cool the picks and knock down dust. The nozzles are the first thing to clog with mineral scale or debris carried in the tank water, and a pump that has spent years circulating gritty water is a recognized wear item on its own. Flushing the tank and checking nozzle spray pattern is routine service, done ahead of a dust complaint or picks running hot rather than after.
What should I check when looking at a used PR-1000?
Verify hours against engine records rather than trusting the hour meter alone, since meters on machines of this age can be replaced without a trace. Check undercarriage remaining life and pick/holder condition separately -- they wear on different timelines and both are costly to renew. Cycle the rotor height adjustment and full hydraulic system under actual cutting load, not just at idle, and watch for the side-to-side pull described above. Check the water tank and spray pump for scale buildup and confirm the pump still primes. Look at engine oil-consumption trend over time rather than relying on one compression test. Confirm the grade/slope sensors and their cabling are actually functional, not just physically present. Have your dealer verify hydraulic, structural, and engine condition before purchase -- on a machine this size, a bad drum bearing or hydraulic pump can cost more to fix than the purchase price.

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

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