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Caterpillar PS-500
Maintenance schedule, common problems & OEM parts breakdown
The Caterpillar PS-500 is a self-propelled pneumatic (rubber-tired) roller built for finish compaction of asphalt and soil on road and yard construction work. It runs a naturally aspirated Cat 3208 V8 diesel, 10.4 L (636 cu in) displacement, rated 111.9 kW (150 hp) gross at 2300 rpm, fed by a fully mechanical injection system with no electronic engine controls. Power routes through a powershift transmission to an articulated frame carrying seven tires, three front and four rear, on 15.00R24 rubber. Operating weight runs from about 19,000 kg empty to roughly 35,000 kg (77,200 lb) at maximum ballast, adjusted with water, sand, or steel weights loaded into the frame tanks. Serial records place production in the 1980s into the early 1990s under the 7XD prefix, offered as a single configuration with an enclosed ROPS cab, a water spray system for tire release, and adjustable tire pressure for compaction control.
Unlike the smaller PS-150B, PS-200B, and PS-360B pneumatic rollers, which Caterpillar carried into later B-suffix generations on 3054-family engines, the PS-500 was never updated to a second generation. It stayed a single-series machine through its production run, so specifications and equipment stay consistent across surviving units instead of splitting into an early and late spec table. No documented model directly replaced it; Caterpillar's current pneumatic roller line, the CW series, is a different-generation design, not a stated successor. That single-generation status, combined with the 3208 engine's long service life across Cat trucks, generator sets, and marine applications, keeps parts and rebuild expertise for the PS-500 more available than its age would suggest, which is part of why running units and used parts still trade in the heavy-compaction market today.
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 PS-500 specifications
Engine
| Engine model | Cat 3208, V8 diesel, naturally aspirated |
| Gross power | 111.9 kW (150 hp) at 2300 rpm |
| Net power | Not documented in available spec sheets |
| Displacement | 10.4 L (636 cu in) |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Emissions tier | Not documented. This is a legacy design (production dating to the early 1990s) that predates tiered emissions regulation |
Weights
| Operating weight, standard (no ballast) | 19,000 kg (41,888 lb) |
| Operating weight, maximum ballast | 35,000 kg (77,162 lb) |
| Average weight per wheel, maximum ballast | 5,000 kg (11,023 lb) |
| Shipping weight | Not separately published; treat standard operating weight as the base reference and add ballast per configuration |
Dimensions
| Overall length | 6.27 m (20.6 ft) |
| Overall width | 2.50 m (8.2 ft) |
| Height, top of ROPS | 3.63 m (11.9 ft) |
| Wheelbase | 4.47 m (14.65 ft) |
| Ground clearance | 360 mm (14.2 in) |
| Tire configuration | 3 tires front axle, 4 tires rear axle, 15.00R24 standard size; pneumatic (rubber-tired) roller, not a drum design |
Performance
| Maximum travel speed | 26.6 km/h (16.5 mph) |
| Gradeability | Not documented in available spec sheets |
| Ballast range | Operating weight is adjustable from 19,000 kg standard up to 35,000 kg with full ballast, used to tune compaction effort by job |
Service capacities (summary)
| Fuel tank | 310 L (81.9 gal) |
| Engine oil | 12.5 L (3.4 gal) |
| Water spray / dust-suppression tank | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Hydraulic system | Not documented in available spec sheets |
| Cooling system | Not documented in available spec sheets |
Values vary by configuration, region, and serial range — confirm against your machine before planning transport or lifts.
PS-500 fluids & capacities
| System | Capacity | Recommended fluid |
|---|---|---|
| Engine crankcase (with filter) | 12.9 L (3.4 US gal) | Cat DEO (Diesel Engine Oil), SAE 15W-40 for ambient -9.5°C to 50°C (15°F to 122°F). Switch to SAE 10W-30 for -18°C to 40°C (0°F to 104°F) service. Naturally aspirated Cat 3208 diesel (V8, 10.4 L displacement, gross rating around 150 hp at 2300 rpm). |
| Cooling system | Not published for this exact model. Comparable Cat pneumatic-roller cooling packages on similar-class diesels run roughly 28-35 L (7.3-9.2 gal); confirm the actual fill against the machine nameplate or dealer literature before servicing. | Cat ELC (Extended Life Coolant), 1:1 premix with water gives protection to -37°C (-34°F); a higher-glycol concentrate mix (up to 60%) extends protection to -52°C (-62°F) for arctic service. Cat DEAC conventional antifreeze plus a supplemental coolant additive is an acceptable second choice. Minimum 30% glycol regardless of climate. |
| Fuel tank | 310 L (81.9 US gal) | No. 2-D distillate diesel fuel, or a No. 1/No. 2 winter blend in cold climates, meeting Cat's off-highway distillate diesel fuel specification. Modern equivalent is ultra-low-sulfur diesel (15 ppm sulfur or less). |
| Hydrostatic propel / hydraulic system (tank) | Not published for this exact model. Comparable Cat pneumatic-compactor hydraulic tanks of this same hydrostatic-drive design run roughly 55-90 L (14.5-23.7 gal) depending on frame size; the PS-500's larger frame likely sits at or above the high end of that range. Confirm against dealer literature. | Cat HYDO Advanced 10 (SAE 10W) is preferred for -20°C to 40°C (-4°F to 104°F). Cat HYDO, Cat MTO, Cat DEO, or Cat TDTO are acceptable alternates for other climate bands. The hydrostatic propel motors draw from the same reservoir as the main hydraulic circuit on this drive design; there is no separate transmission fluid fill. |
| Final drives / axle (planetary, common reservoir) | Not published for this exact model. Sibling Cat pneumatic compactors in this size class use roughly 2.7-7.5 L (0.71-2 US gal) per axle set; the PS-500's larger multi-wheel layout likely falls at or above the upper end. Confirm against dealer literature. | Cat TDTO (Transmission/Drive Train Oil) meeting the Cat TO-4 specification. SAE 30 for 0°C to 43°C (32°F to 110°F); step down to SAE 10W for service down to -25°C (-13°F). |
| Grease (chassis, pivots, oscillation joints) | No reservoir; serviced point-by-point per the lubrication chart. | Cat Multipurpose Grease (NLGI 2, lithium complex) for general-duty pivot and articulation points in moderate climates. Step up to Cat Advanced 3Moly or Cat Ultra 5Moly Grease for heavily loaded oscillating-wheel and drive-line joints, and to Cat Arctic Platinum Grease for sustained service below -30°C (-22°F). |
Capacities are refill values from factory literature — always fill to the dipstick/sight gauge, not the number.
Caterpillar PS-500 maintenance schedule
| Service interval | Tasks |
|---|---|
| Every 10 h |
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| Every 250 h |
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| Every 500 h |
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| Every 1,000 h |
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| Every 2,000 h |
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| Every 4,000 h |
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Servicing the PS-500 beyond the schedule
Predictive Maintenance & Fluid Analysis
Run scheduled oil sampling on the 3208's crankcase and on the powershift transmission's TO-4 fluid; rising metal content in the transmission sample usually flags clutch pack or gear wear before it strands the machine. Pull a coolant sample alongside it, since this naturally aspirated block is prone to head gasket and overheating trouble if the mix degrades. Track tire pressure across all seven tires at every shift start; pressure drift on one wheel station usually means a valve stem or ballast tank leak, not the tire itself.
Corrective & Common Repairs
Fuel seepage at the injection pump's throttle shaft and lift-pump seals is the most common 3208 NA complaint on these rollers; reseal rather than replace the pump when caught early. Clogged water spray nozzles let asphalt stick to the tires, so clear them before blaming the tires themselves. Wheel hub seals often weep under the PS-500's heavy ballasted loads, and wet disc brakes need periodic adjustment as pad wear increases with operating weight. Overheating traces back to a blocked radiator core or a failing head gasket, not ambient temperature.
Overhaul & Rebuild Points
A full injection pump rebuild, not just a reseal, is the standard fix once lift-pump wear reaches the pumping section. Top-end overhaul on the 3208 covers liners, head gasket, and a valve lash reset, since this mechanical engine has no ECM to compensate for drift. Powershift clutch packs are the wear item inside the transmission and warrant a rebuild at major hour milestones. Articulation joint and steering cylinder pins wear oval under constant ballasted turning load and need bushing replacement; ballast tanks need interior descaling where water ballast has sat.
Seasonal & Environment Servicing
Before winter lay-up, drain the water spray tank and any water ballast completely; a frozen tank or line cracks the steel and voids the ballast system's job as much as an engine failure would. Check coolant strength ahead of cold snaps since the 3208 has no glow-plug assist beyond factory-fit starting aids. In hot, dusty asphalt work, clean the radiator and oil cooler cores more often, since baked-on asphalt dust blocks airflow faster than dirt alone. Recheck tire pressure more often in heat, since pressure and ballast affect finish quality.
PS-500 common service parts
| Part number | Part | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1D-4540 | Bolt,Machine Fuel Filter Mounting | Fuel system service | Check fitment → |
| 1R-0750 | Filter As-Fuel | Fuel system service | Check fitment → |
| 2S-1286 | Filter Element As-Air | Air intake service | Check fitment → |
| 6I-2501 | Filter Element As-Air | Air intake service | Check fitment → |
| 6I-2502 | Filter Element As-Air | Air intake service | Check fitment → |
Always confirm against your machine's serial number — cross-check any part in Heavy Parts AI before ordering.
PS-500 fault codes & troubleshooting
| Code | Meaning | Likely cause | What to do |
|---|---|---|---|
| High coolant temperature warning lamp (red) | Engine coolant temperature has exceeded the safe operating limit, roughly 102 degC (215 degF) on this mechanically governed 3208 install; exact setpoint varies by configuration. | Low coolant level, plugged radiator core or screen, slipping or broken fan belt, faulty water pump, or a stuck thermostat. | Idle the engine down, do not shut off while hot. Check coolant level, radiator core, belt tension and fan drive before resuming work. |
| Low engine oil pressure warning lamp (red) | Oil pressure has dropped below the minimum safe threshold for the naturally aspirated 3208 V8. | Low oil level, clogged oil filter or suction screen, worn oil pump, or worn main/rod bearings. | Stop the engine immediately. Check oil level and filter condition, inspect for leaks, and confirm pressure with a mechanical gauge before restarting. |
| Charging system (alternator) warning lamp | Battery is not receiving adequate charge from the alternator. | Loose, glazed or broken alternator/fan belt, worn brushes, faulty regulator, or a loose/corroded wiring connection. | Check belt tension and condition first, then inspect battery terminals and wiring. Test alternator output if the lamp stays on with a good belt. |
| Air cleaner (intake) restriction indicator | Intake vacuum across the air filter element has reached the service limit. | Dirty or clogged primary (and secondary, if equipped) air filter element, or a collapsed intake hose. | Service or replace the air filter element per the indicator, then reset the gauge. Inspect intake piping and clamps for damage. |
| Low fuel level warning | Fuel tank level has reached the reserve mark on the gauge. | Normal fuel consumption during operation; on a mechanical fuel system this is a simple float-gauge reading, not a system fault. | Refuel at a safe stop. Bleed the fuel system if the tank has run dry. |
Codes and remedies are general guidance for this model family — always confirm with diagnostic tooling and your dealer before major repairs.
PS-500 attachments & work tools
Ballast system (water/sand/steel)
Operating weight on this class of roller is built up with ballast rather than swapped tools. The PS-500 runs close to 19 000 kg (41,900 lb) empty and can reach roughly 35 000 kg (77,200 lb) with ballast chambers filled. Siblings in the same pneumatic-roller line ballast with water, wet sand, steel blocks or a mix, loaded through deck cover plates and a water fill port and unloaded through a bolt-on side cover or drain.
Wheel and tire arrangement
Standard layout is 3 front and 4 rear pneumatic wheels (7 total) on smooth-tread tires around 15.00R24. Front and rear tire paths overlap and the axles oscillate so the machine follows soft spots and holds even compaction across the full rolling width. Higher-ply and radial tire options are offered across this compactor class to change ground contact pressure for harder mixes.
Tire water spray / wetting kit
A tank-fed spray bar wets each wheel row to keep hot-mix asphalt from sticking to the tires. Tank size in this class runs 350-400 liters (92-104 gal), gravity-fed as standard with a pressurized spray option to keep flow constant on grades or as the tank empties.
Tire scrapers and heat-retention shields
Retractable or replaceable scrapers ride against each tire to strip off mud or asphalt and can be swung clear when not needed. Coco mats are an option to hold spray water against the tire longer, and bolt-on heat-retention shields (skirts) trap tire heat so hot mix releases instead of sticking.
Tire pressure / inflation system
An air-on-the-run option lets the operator raise or bleed tire pressure from the control console instead of stopping to service the tires, changing ground contact pressure for different mixes or grades. This option is tied to a higher-ply tire fitment rather than the base tire spec, and pressure/ply pairing varies by configuration.
ROPS and sun canopy
A two-post ROPS bolts to flanges welded into the frame and is standard protection across this compactor class. A sheet-metal sun canopy bolts to the ROPS as the factory weather option; this generation of pneumatic roller is not offered with an enclosed cab.
Lighting packages
Factory light kits come as a working-light package (front and rear floodlights) for low-visibility job-site work, and a roading-light package that adds tail lights, parking lights and flashers for travel on public roads between sites.
Attachment mounting method
This machine class has no hydraulic quick-coupler or swap-tool interface. Every option is a factory-fit accessory, bolted ballast plates or blocks, a bolted ROPS/canopy, or a plumbed-in spray/inflation kit, rather than an interchangeable work tool.
All PS-500 assemblies by section
Every catalogued assembly group for the Caterpillar PS-500. Open an assembly to preview the parts inside — full OEM part numbers are available in Heavy Parts AI.
Air Inlet And Exhaust System
4n-3904 Adapter Gp-Air Cleaner
| 2M***80 | Seal--To Connector Pump Outlet | 1 |
| 4N***04 | Adapter Group-Air Cleaner; Air Cleaner Adapter Group | 1 |
| 5M***13 | Plug To Turbocharger Lubrication Valve Body Assembly | 2 |
1g-3237 Air Cleaner Gp
| 0S***94 | Bolt (1 In. Long 3/8 In. Dia.); Plate Assembly To Support Assembly | 1 |
| 0S***18 | Bolt; (5/16-18x1-In)(Hydraulic Pump) | 2 |
| 0S***19 | Bolt,Machine Gear Retaining Part Of Kit P/N 1w***46 | 1 |
2p-5080 Air Cleaner Gp
| 07***26 | Clamp | 2 |
| 08***00 | Collar | 2 |
| 08***55 | Clamp | 1 |
6i-2559 Air Cleaner Gp
| 07***26 | Clamp | 2 |
| 08***55 | Nut | 2 |
| 08***64 | Collar | 2 |
4n-5867 Elbow Gp-Exhaust
| 07***26 | Clamp | 2 |
| 08***55 | Nut | 2 |
| 08***64 | Collar | 2 |
1g-3236 Exhaust Gp
| 1G***36 | Exhaust Group | 1 |
| 1S***92 | Cup As-Air Cleaner | 1 |
| 2S***86 | Filter Element As-Air; (Secondary)(Air Cleaner) | 1 |
6i-3830 Kit-Air Cleaner
| 4P***24 | Seal-O-Ring | 1 |
| 6I***01 | Filter Element As-Air | 1 |
| 6I***02 | Filter Element As-Air; -Secondary | 1 |
9n-0735 Lines Gp-Pcv
| 0S***71 | Screw,Cap,Hexagon; Tube Assembly To Turbocharger And Elbow Mounting | 8 |
| 1D***17 | Nut-Plate And Angle Assembly To Hydraulic And Fuel Tanks; Nut Plate And Angle Assembly To Hydraulic And Fuel Tanks | 8 |
| 8L***69 | Elbow | 2 |
4n-5875 Manifold Gp-Exhaust
| 03***74 | Washer; (6.6x19x1.5-mm Thk) | 13 |
| 08***35 | Silencer | 2 |
| 08***85 | Collar | 1 |
9n-0555 Manifold Gp-Inlet
| 10***50 | Film; (Air Cleaner) (Radial Seal) (On Air Cleaner Cover) | 1 |
| 9N***55 | Manifold Group-Inlet; Inlet Manifold Group | 1 |
| 9S***74 | Gasket (Outer) | 1 |
4m-0310 Precleaner Gp
| 2S***40 | Clamp-Hose To Nipple | 2 |
| 4M***10 | Precleaner As | 1 |
| 5M***13 | Plug To Turbocharger Lubrication Valve Body Assembly | 1 |
121-7746 Precleaner Gp
| 0S***88 | Bolt,Machine; Hose Assembly Mounting,Hose Assembly To Transmission,And To Torque Converter | 16 |
| 12***46 | Precleaner Group | 1 |
| 5B***90 | Plug-Pipe | 2 |
7c-6353 Valve Gp-Pcv
| 3B***15 | Bolt Guard Assembly To Accessory Drive Housing | 7 |
| 6N***39 | Pipe-Air Inlet | 1 |
| 7C***53 | Valve As-Pcv | 1 |
128-8011 Valve Gp-Pcv
| 12***11 | Valve Group-Pcv | 1 |
| 1M***50 | Bowl | 1 |
| 1S***63 | Bolt (5/16) | 1 |
Basic Engine
122-8962 Air Compressor Gp
| 06***50 | Hose Assem. 63.50cm(25in.)Long | 1 |
| 0S***91 | Screw,Cap,Hexagon Bearing Retainer; Part Of Kit P/N 1w***82 | 4 |
| 12***62 | Air Compressor Group | 1 |
6n-6090 Air Compressor Gp
| 12***46 | Precleaner Group | 1 |
| 12***62 | Air Compressor Group | 1 |
| 1N***20 | Fan Group-Blower | 1 |
6n-8895 Air Compressor Gp
| 0S***19 | Bolt,Machine Gear Retaining Part Of Kit P/N 1w***46 | 6 |
| 1B***02 | Nut (.3125" Diameter); Nut-- Generator Line Leads | 2 |
| 1S***07 | Gasket | 1 |
122-8966 Air Compressor Gp
| 06***50 | Hose Assem. 63.50cm(25in.)Long | 1 |
| 0T***72 | Bolt; 7/16" Diameter X 1 1/2" Length Generator To Engine | 4 |
| 12***66 | Air Compressor Group | 2 |
9n-0728 Camshaft Gp
| 15***46 | Kit-Unloader; (Air Compressor) | 1 |
| 2B***95 | Cap Screw--Tube Assembly To Air Inlet Pipe | 2 |
| 3B***05 | Washer,Lock Tube Assembly Mounting; Used On Engine P/N 5r698 | 2 |
9l-6065 Cover Gp-Cylinder Block
| 1N***60 | Gear As-Camshaft Drive; (102 Teeth) | 1 |
| 4F***25 | Gasket; (Generator Lube Oil) | 1 |
| 5P***83 | Dowel .625 In. (15.88 mm) Long | 1 |
9l-7861 Cover Gp-Flywheel Housing
| 5B***66 | Plug; (16.2mm O.D.) | 1 |
| 9L***61 | Cover Group-Flywheel Housing; Flywheel Housing Cover Group | 1 |
| 9N***75 | Dowel | 1 |
4w-6968 Cover Gp-Valve Mechanism
| 1C***69 | Bolt (1/2 In. Long 5/16 In. Dia.); Support Assembly To Heater Group | 4 |
| 2H***55 | Bolt 15.88mm(.625in.); 1.59cm(.62in.)Lg. | 4 |
| 4W***68 | Cover Group-Valve Mechanism | 1 |
4w-6973 Cover Gp-Valve Mechanism
| 4W***73 | Cover Group-Valve Mechanism | 1 |
| 9L***29 | Cover-Rocker Arm | 1 |
| 9L***20 | Gasket-Cover; (Valve Mechanism) | 1 |
9n-0730 Cover Gp-Valve Mechanism
| 4W***73 | Cover Group-Valve Mechanism | 1 |
| 4W***66 | Cover Group-Valve Mechanism | 1 |
| 9L***39 | Cap-Oil Filler; (Turbocharger) | 1 |
4w-6972 Cover Gp-Valve Mechanism
| 4W***72 | Cover Group-Valve Mechanism | 1 |
| 7C***53 | Valve As-Pcv | 1 |
| 9L***30 | Cover-Rocker Arm | 1 |
9n-8009 Cover Gp-Valve Mechanism
| 4W***68 | Cover Group-Valve Mechanism | 1 |
| 4W***72 | Cover Group-Valve Mechanism | 1 |
| 9L***39 | Cap-Oil Filler; (Turbocharger) | 1 |
4w-7066 Cover Gp-Valve Mechanism
| 4W***66 | Cover Group-Valve Mechanism | 1 |
| 9L***98 | Cover Assembly-- Rocker Arm-- L.H. | 1 |
| 9L***20 | Gasket-Cover; (Valve Mechanism) | 1 |
9n-0169 Cover Gp-Valve Mechanism
| 12***11 | Valve Group-Pcv | 1 |
| 9L***97 | Cover Assembly-- Rocker Arm-- R.H. | 1 |
| 9L***20 | Gasket-Cover; (Valve Mechanism) | 1 |
9n-6222 Crankshaft Gp
| 1W***36 | Crankshaft Seal Group--Rear | 1 |
| 7N***90 | Gear (51 Teeth) | 1 |
| 9N***21 | Crankshaft Assem. | 1 |
2w-0085 Crankshaft Gp
| 2W***85 | Crankshaft Group | 1 |
| 9L***90 | Gasket-Cover | 2 |
| 9L***97 | Cover Assembly-- Rocker Arm-- R.H. | 1 |
9n-3761 Cylinder Block Gp
| 4W***91 | Bearing-Thrust | 1 |
| 4W***92 | Bearing-Main | 3 |
| 4W***93 | Bearing-Main | 1 |
7c-3807 Cylinder Head As
| 2N***43 | Insert-Intake; 47.2mm(1.86in)Id | 4 |
| 7C***07 | Cylinder Head As | 1 |
| 8M***60 | Plug-Cup; (Marked Z) | 4 |
7c-2296 Cylinder Head As
| 7C***96 | Cylinder Head As | 1 |
| 9L***65 | Cover Group-Cylinder Block; Cylinder Block Cover Group | 1 |
| 9N***61 | Cylinder Block Group; Cylinder Block Group | 1 |
1w-4241 Cylinder Head Gp
| 1W***41 | Cylinder Head Group | 1 |
| 2B***58 | Plug--To Block Upper Front Air Manifold | 1 |
| 5M***13 | Plug To Turbocharger Lubrication Valve Body Assembly | 2 |
9n-1105 Cylinder Head Gp
| 1W***59 | Spring-Valve | 8 |
| 1W***60 | Retainer-Spring | 8 |
| 1W***97 | Washer-Spring Seat | 8 |
9n-5590 Damper & Pulley Gp
| 0L***29 | Bolt- 7.63 cm(3 In.) Long - Location "H" | 8 |
| 0S***71 | Screw,Cap,Hexagon; Tube Assembly To Turbocharger And Elbow Mounting | 1 |
| 1W***41 | Cylinder Head Group | 2 |
6n-8622 Drive Gp-Fan
| 6N***22 | Drive Group-Fan | 1 |
| 7C***18 | Damper As-Crankshaft | 1 |
| 9N***88 | Washer-Clamp | 1 |
7n-6526 Drive Gp-Fan
| 0S***85 | Bolt; 12.7 mm (1/2") Diameter X 38.1 mm (1 1/2") Length Generator To Engine | 4 |
| 0S***19 | Bolt,Machine Gear Retaining Part Of Kit P/N 1w***46 | 6 |
| 1A***29 | Bolt (1-1/8") Tube Assembly To Transfer Drive Case | 2 |
7n-7613 Drive Gp-Water Pump
| 0S***85 | Bolt; 12.7 mm (1/2") Diameter X 38.1 mm (1 1/2") Length Generator To Engine | 4 |
| 0T***65 | Bolt--3/8" X 3 1/2"--Use As Required; Bolt 5t***56 Plate To Cover Gp 4n***72 | 2 |
| 1N***00 | Plate | 1 |
7c-6032 Housing Gp-Flywheel
| 10***81 | Bearing-Special Ball | 2 |
| 2D***23 | Ring (Internal) | 1 |
| 4K***49 | Plug-Cup | 1 |
7w-3999 Housing Gp-Flywheel
| 0S***71 | Screw,Cap,Hexagon; Tube Assembly To Turbocharger And Elbow Mounting | 2 |
| 0V***75 | Screw,Cap,Hexagon H Shaft Mtg,Accessory Drive | 2 |
| 1A***29 | Bolt (1-1/8") Tube Assembly To Transfer Drive Case | 8 |
9n-5211 Housing Gp-Front
| 0S***71 | Screw,Cap,Hexagon; Tube Assembly To Turbocharger And Elbow Mounting | 2 |
| 1A***29 | Bolt (1-1/8") Tube Assembly To Transfer Drive Case | 8 |
| 1D***66 | Bolt Bracket Assembly To Yoke | 2 |
4n-6808 Lifting Gp-Engine
| 03***60 | Bolt-Self Locking; (5/16-18x1.0) | 2 |
| 1B***74 | Plug,Pipe Base Assembly,Engine Oil Filter Assembly | 3 |
| 1D***41 | Bolt 3.00 In.(7.62 cm) Long | 7 |
1g-3242 Lines Gp-Air Compressor
1g-3234 Mounting Gp-Engine
9n-0565 Pan Gp-Oil
| 08***55 | Lockwasher; (Cb224b) | 2 |
| 08***61 | Washer-Seal | 2 |
| 08***82 | Washer; (Cb525) | 2 |
9n-6434 Panel Gp-Sound Suppression
| 08***61 | Washer-Seal | 2 |
| 08***69 | Seal | 1 |
| 08***16 | Screw | 2 |
7w-3901 Piston & Rod Gp
| 2W***40 | Pan Group-Oil | 1 |
| 3B***25 | (Washer Serial No. 32y93856 To 32y98864 | 1 |
| 6V***76 | Plug-Magnetic Drain; (Sediment) | 1 |
9n-6435 Piston & Rod Gp
| 1W***51 | Panel Assem. (L.H.) | 1 |
| 4B***88 | Bolt (5/16 X 28.58 mm); (5/16-18x1.125-In) | 6 |
| 4N***15 | Grommet Assem. | 6 |
2w-4841 Piston Gp
| 2W***41 | Piston Group | 1 |
| 7E***28 | Rod As-Connecting | 1 |
| 7E***94 | Bearing-Connecting Rod; (Standard) | 1 |
7w-3900 Piston Gp
| 2W***41 | Piston Group | 1 |
| 7E***28 | Rod As-Connecting | 1 |
| 7E***94 | Bearing-Connecting Rod; (Standard) | 1 |
9n-0783 Pulley Gp-Fan Drive
| 7E***97 | Ring As-Piston; (Oil)(Standard) | 1 |
| 7W***46 | Body As-Piston | 1 |
| 9L***33 | Ring-Piston; (Compression)(Compression) | 1 |
6n-7691 Pulley Gp-Fan Drive
| 2W***31 | Body As-Piston; (Standard) | 1 |
| 2W***45 | Ring As-Piston; (Oil) | 1 |
| 2W***65 | Ring Group-Piston; (Consists Of A Complete | 1 |
9n-0542 Seal Gp-Crankshaft
| 3N***05 | Seal-Lip Type | 1 |
| 4B***88 | Bolt (5/16 X 28.58 mm); (5/16-18x1.125-In) | 2 |
| 4N***27 | Kit (Bearing) | 1 |
9n-3763 Cylinder Block Gp
| 2B***58 | Plug--To Block Upper Front Air Manifold | 1 |
| 3B***23 | Core Plug--Flywheel Housing Pinion Shaft Hole | 1 |
| 3H***52 | Plug (Core) | 6 |
9n-5224 Support Gp-Engine
| 0S***19 | Bolt,Machine Gear Retaining Part Of Kit P/N 1w***46 | 6 |
| 4N***63 | Pulley (Auxillary) | 1 |
| 9N***24 | Support Group-Engine | 1 |
9n-0487 Valve Mechanism Gp
| 7C***60 | Seal Group-Crankshaft; (Front) | 1 |
| 7W***00 | Seal Group-Crankshaft | 1 |
| 9N***87 | Valve Mechanism Group; Valve Mechanism Group | 1 |
Braking System
1g-3266 Brake Gp-Parking
| 08***97 | Rim | 1 |
| 08***13 | Tire Group; (Central) | 1 |
| 1G***66 | Brake Group-Parking | 1 |
1g-2765 Brake Gp-Parking
| 08***40 | Tire Group; (Central) | 1 |
| 08***02 | Rim | 1 |
| 1G***65 | Brake Group-Parking | 1 |
082-8607 Brake Gp-Service
| 08***93 | Nut | 4 |
| 08***14 | Edging; (.4-M Each) | 0 |
| 08***29 | Cable | 2 |
1g-3353 Brake Gp-Service
| 08***93 | Nut | 4 |
| 08***00 | Lockwasher; (2.3mm Thk) | 10 |
| 08***14 | Edging; (.4-M Each) | 0 |
082-9425 Control Gp-Brake
| 08***00 | Lockwasher; (2.3mm Thk) | 8 |
| 08***02 | Nut; (Cb525,Cb523) | 8 |
| 08***25 | Control Group-Brake | 1 |
081-4716 Cylinder Gp-Brake
| 08***16 | Cylinder Group-Air | 1 |
| 08***21 | Plate-Locking | 1 |
| 08***10 | Hood | 1 |
083-0004 Cylinder Gp-Brake
| 08***99 | Elbow | 3 |
| 08***11 | Hose | 2 |
| 08***44 | Fitting-Grease | 3 |
081-5085 Cylinder Gp-Master
| 08***68 | Nut; (Cb224b) | 14 |
| 08***40 | Washer | 8 |
| 08***98 | Ring | 40 |
1g-4097 Lines Gp-Parking Brake
| 08***00 | Lockwasher; (2.3mm Thk) | 14 |
| 08***02 | Nut; (Cb525,Cb523) | 8 |
| 08***13 | Screw | 14 |
1g-3265 Lines Gp-Service Brake
| 08***00 | Lockwasher; (2.3mm Thk) | 10 |
| 08***21 | Plate-Locking | 1 |
| 1G***29 | Sheet | 1 |
Cooling System
108-3882 Base Gp-Oil Cooler & Filter
| 10***82 | Base Group-Oil Cooler & Filter | 1 |
| 1S***63 | Plug; (Mounted-Bottom | 2 |
| 8F***97 | Fitting-- Guide Assembly To Oil Pan | 1 |
7w-1764 Cooler Gp-Fltr Base & Eng Oil
| 10***80 | Stud-Hollow | 2 |
| 20***53 | Base As-Oil Filter | 1 |
| 2M***80 | Seal--To Connector Pump Outlet | 1 |
1w-7526 Cooler Gp-Engine Oil
| 0S***17 | Bolt --Use Open Hole In Compressor Body | 3 |
| 1A***36 | Bolt; (5/16-18x0.687-In) | 1 |
| 1D***16 | Nut,Plain,Hexagon Clip Uoc:Bsv,Bsx | 1 |
9n-0729 Cooler Gp-Engine Oil
| 0S***18 | Bolt; (5/16-18x1-In)(Hydraulic Pump) | 3 |
| 1D***39 | Bolt-Top Tank,Bottom Tank To Accessory | 1 |
| 1N***65 | Plunger-Relief Valve | 1 |
1n-4420 Fan Gp-Blower
| 0S***18 | Bolt; (5/16-18x1-In)(Hydraulic Pump) | 10 |
| 1N***20 | Fan Group-Blower | 1 |
| 5M***14 | Pipe Plug Cylinder Block Oil Pressure | 1 |
9n-0733 Lines Gp-Water
| 0S***18 | Bolt; (5/16-18x1-In)(Hydraulic Pump) | 10 |
| 10***82 | Base Group-Oil Cooler & Filter | 1 |
| 7C***51 | Gasket-Oil Cooler | 1 |
9n-3654 Pump Gp-Water
| 1A***29 | Bolt (1-1/8") Tube Assembly To Transfer Drive Case | 4 |
| 1W***26 | Cooler Group-Engine Oil | 1 |
| 5M***94 | Washer; Bracket To Tee, Bracket To Block, Tube As. To Tee, Tube As. To Oil Cooler | 4 |
Electrical And Starting System
9w-3043 Alternator Gp-Charging
| 16***74 | Cover As | 1 |
| 1J***71 | Seal (10.52 Degrees I.D.); Seal-O-Ring -- To Adapter | 1 |
| 1P***26 | Washer 1.53 mm (.06 In.) Thick | 1 |
7c-5796 Alternator Gp-Charging
| 4W***37 | Pump Group-Gov & Fuel Inj | 1 |
| 7C***96 | Alternator Group-Charging | 1 |
| 8M***61 | Seal (Tachometer Drive Adapter To Cover) | 1 |
1g-3283 Electrical Gp
| 03***14 | Bolt-Self Locking; (1/4unc X 1/2) | 2 |
| 0S***15 | Bolt 19 mm (.75 In.) Long Return Air Console To Enclosed Rops | 7 |
| 1D***33 | Bolt 5.72 cm(2.25 In.) Long | 3 |
1g-3272 Instrument Gp
| 0S***15 | Bolt 19 mm (.75 In.) Long Return Air Console To Enclosed Rops | 7 |
| 1D***33 | Bolt 5.72 cm(2.25 In.) Long | 3 |
| 1D***16 | Nut,Plain,Hexagon Clip Uoc:Bsv,Bsx | 1 |
083-1124 Wiring Gp-Lighting
| 03***21 | Shim Lever Housing | 1 |
| 03***23 | Bolt; (1/4-28x1-In) | 5 |
| 08***24 | Kit-Warning | 1 |
1g-4105 Lamp Gp-Head
| 1G***05 | Lamp Group-Head | 1 |
| 1J***71 | Seal (10.52 Degrees I.D.); Seal-O-Ring -- To Adapter | 1 |
| 1P***26 | Washer 1.53 mm (.06 In.) Thick | 1 |
1g-4104 Lamp Gp-Head
| 1G***04 | Lamp Group-Head | 1 |
| 8M***61 | Seal (Tachometer Drive Adapter To Cover) | 1 |
| 8M***57 | Seal-Governor Housing To Cylinder Block | 1 |
108-1029 Lamp Gp-Warning Beacon -Amber
| 08***33 | Seal Washer | 1 |
| 08***01 | Lockwasher; (Cb521,Cb523,Cb525) | 11 |
| 08***46 | Nut; (Cb521,Cb523,Cb525) | 9 |
082-6747 Lamp Gp-Warning Beacon
| 08***47 | Lighting Group; (Rotating Beacon) | 1 |
| 1J***71 | Seal (10.52 Degrees I.D.); Seal-O-Ring -- To Adapter | 6 |
| 3K***60 | Plug-O-Ring; (1/2-20 Thd) | 2 |
109-6496 Lighting Gp-Warning Beacon
| 10***96 | Lighting Group-Warning Beacon | 1 |
| 1P***52 | Insulator,Bushing Governor | 2 |
| 4L***58 | Nut,Plain,Hexagon Governor Control | 1 |
1g-4078 Lighting Gp-Warning Beacon
| 08***27 | Seal Washer | 1 |
| 08***94 | Plug | 1 |
| 08***19 | Seal-Rubber | 3 |
081-4135 Regulator Gp-Voltage
| 08***35 | Regulator As | 1 |
| 0S***94 | Bolt (1 In. Long 3/8 In. Dia.); Plate Assembly To Support Assembly | 2 |
| 1A***60 | Capscrew, Hex Head (1/2 - 13 X 2 G5); (Hex Head) (1/2-13x2 Gd 8 Z) | 1 |
9n-0683 Shutoff Gp-Electrical
| 03***12 | Screw-Forming; (10-24x0.5-In) | 3 |
| 06***17 | Bolt-Frame | 4 |
| 2K***21 | Locknut (5/8-18 Thd) | 1 |
4n-9314 Solenoid Gp-Shutoff
| 09***66 | Washer; (Hard) (4.5x9x1mm Thk) | 5 |
| 10***63 | Regulator As-Alternator; (24-Volt) | 1 |
| 1H***44 | Lockwasher (Bracket To Cab) | 1 |
6t-6122 Solenoid Gp-Shutoff
| 08***27 | Bolt | 3 |
| 08***76 | Connector | 1 |
| 08***03 | Spacer | 3 |
6t-4750 Solenoid Gp-Shutoff
| 08***27 | Bolt | 3 |
| 08***76 | Connector | 1 |
| 08***03 | Spacer | 3 |
6n-3749 Solenoid Gp-Shutoff
| 03***17 | Tread-Nonskid | 2 |
| 08***93 | Nut | 4 |
| 08***55 | Nut | 4 |
6n-9987 Solenoid Gp-Shutoff
| 03***17 | Tread-Nonskid | 2 |
| 08***93 | Nut | 4 |
| 08***35 | Lockwasher | 4 |
6t-4126 Solenoid Gp-Shutoff
| 08***85 | Switch; (Differential Lock) | 1 |
| 08***94 | Screw | 15 |
| 08***28 | Seal | 1 |
7n-8884 Solenoid Gp-Shutoff
| 08***89 | Lamp | 1 |
| 5E***29 | Support; (Wire) | 1 |
| 5E***63 | Reflector | 1 |
6n-9988 Solenoid Gp-Shutoff
| 08***85 | Switch; (Differential Lock) | 1 |
| 08***94 | Screw | 6 |
| 08***28 | Seal | 2 |
7t-0798 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
| 6N***49 | Solenoid As-Shutoff; Solenoid Shut-Off Group | 1 |
| 6T***50 | Solenoid As-Shutoff; Solenoid Shut-Off Group | 1 |
| 7T***98 | Starting Motor | 1 |
3t-2652 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
| 27***00 | Lens; (Amber)(Warning Beacon) | 1 |
| 3T***52 | Starting Motor Group | 1 |
| 9R***42 | Plug As | 1 |
8c-3647 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
| 7N***82 | Spring | 1 |
| 8C***47 | Starting Motor Group; Starting Motor Group-Electric | 1 |
6v-4451 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
| 2N***11 | Sending Unit (Water Temperature) | 1 |
| 2N***09 | Tachometer Drive Adapter | 1 |
| 6N***12 | Harness Assem. | 1 |
6v-5227 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
| 03***49 | Wire Assem. | 1 |
| 0S***16 | Screw,Cap,Hexagon H Receptacle Mtg; Bolt Brackets To Firewall Assembly | 2 |
| 1W***70 | Switch As-Start | 1 |
106-8552 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
| 10***52 | Starting Motor Group-Electric | 1 |
| 6V***76 | Screw; (Machine) (8-32x0.25 In) | 2 |
| 7X***51 | Spring | 1 |
6v-5537 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
| 4N***18 | Spring | 1 |
| 6V***37 | Starting Motor Group-Electric | 1 |
| 6V***76 | Screw; (Machine) (8-32x0.25 In) | 2 |
4n-9312 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
| 08***20 | Washer | 3 |
| 08***90 | Orange Control Lamp; (Diff Control) | 1 |
| 08***47 | Lighting Group; (Rotating Beacon) | 1 |
6v-5538 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
| 6T***26 | Solenoid Group-Shutoff; Solenoid Gp-Shut-Off | 1 |
| 6T***22 | Solenoid As-Shutoff; Solenoid Gp-Shut-Off--Ledex Inc | 1 |
| 6V***38 | Starting Motor Group-Electric | 1 |
6v-4454 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
| 08***02 | Washer | 1 |
| 08***01 | Screw | 1 |
| 08***44 | Rotary Eccentric Relay | 1 |
6v-4458 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
| 03***49 | Wire Assem. | 1 |
| 0S***16 | Screw,Cap,Hexagon H Receptacle Mtg; Bolt Brackets To Firewall Assembly | 2 |
| 2W***47 | Gasket | 1 |
3k-1650 Switch Gp-Rotary
| 3K***50 | Switch As-Light; -Floodlights | 1 |
| 7T***98 | Starting Motor | 1 |
| 8C***47 | Starting Motor Group; Starting Motor Group-Electric | 1 |
9w-1077 Switch Gp-Start
| 3T***52 | Starting Motor Group | 1 |
| 4H***69 | Gasket Starter Mtg Part Of Kit P/N 5r***25 | 1 |
| 8S***32 | Bolt; (12 Point Head) (5/8-11x1.75in) | 3 |
3n-8782 Switch Gp-Remote Starting
| 3N***82 | Switch Group-Remote Starting | 1 |
| 4N***18 | Spring | 1 |
1g-3298 Warning Gp-Backup
| 1G***98 | Warning Group-Backup | 1 |
| 4H***69 | Gasket Starter Mtg Part Of Kit P/N 5r***25 | 1 |
| 6V***51 | Starting Motor Group-Electric | 1 |
085-0732 Warning Gp-Backup
| 08***32 | Warning Group-Backup | 1 |
| 6V***54 | Starting Motor Group-Electric | 1 |
| 6V***58 | Starting Motor Group-Electric | 1 |
163-1789 Warning Gp-Backup
| 16***89 | Warning Group-Backup | 1 |
| 5C***74 | Nut (M5x.8 Thd); (M5x0.8-Thd) | 2 |
| 7X***62 | Washer-Hard; (13.5x19x0.8-mm Thk) | 5 |
1g-3205 Wiring Gp-Machine
| 10***52 | Starting Motor Group-Electric | 1 |
| 1G***05 | Wiring Group-Machine | 1 |
| 6V***37 | Starting Motor Group-Electric | 1 |
Engine Arrangement
1w-0339 Engine Ar
| 1W***39 | Engine Ar | 1 |
| 1W***06 | Pump Group-Engine Oil | 1 |
| 1W***38 | Filter Group-Engine Oil | 1 |
9e-2226 Engine Ar
| 1W***39 | Engine Ar | 1 |
| 2P***80 | Air Cleaner Group | 1 |
| 3N***82 | Switch Group-Remote Starting | 1 |
Frame And Body
1g-3276 Frame Gp
| 08***55 | Lockwasher; (Cb224b) | 2 |
| 08***38 | Screw | 8 |
| 08***82 | Washer; (Cb525) | 2 |
5e-6577 Hood Gp
| 08***55 | Lockwasher; (Cb224b) | 2 |
| 08***11 | Lockwasher; (Cb522,Cb524) | 8 |
| 08***08 | Lockwasher; (Cb521,Cb523,Cb525) | 4 |
157-5878 Hood Gp
| 08***16 | Screw | 2 |
| 08***20 | Plug | 1 |
| 08***65 | Tee | 1 |
1g-3261 Lines Gp-Grease
| 08***21 | Bearing | 1 |
| 08***23 | Ring | 1 |
| 08***33 | Ring-Snap | 4 |
1g-3297 Skirt Gp-Tire
| 08***22 | Rotor | 1 |
| 08***24 | Ring-Snap | 1 |
| 08***26 | Ring-Snap | 2 |
171-4473 Support Gp-Platform
| 08***51 | Kit-Seal | 1 |
| 08***80 | Kit-Seal | 1 |
| 17***73 | Support Group-Platform | 1 |
1g-3296 Suppression Gp-Sound
| 08***20 | Gasket | 1 |
| 08***60 | Pump As | 1 |
| 08***61 | Valve As-Regulator | 1 |
Fuel System
9l-6743 Control Gp-Governor
| 1M***50 | Bowl | 1 |
| 9L***43 | Control Group-Governor; Governor And Control Group | 1 |
| 9M***39 | Cover Assem. | 1 |
9n-0740 Drive Gp-Governor & Fuel Pump
| 03***49 | Nut-Self Lock; (No.10.Unc) | 1 |
| 3B***02 | Washer,Lock Circuit Breaker Uoc:Bsv,Bsx | 7 |
| 4B***33 | Screw,Machine Circuit Breaker Uoc:Bsv,Bsx | 1 |
7w-5993 Drive Gp-Tachometer
| 5P***34 | Bolt-Flange Head | 1 |
| 6I***10 | Spring | 1 |
| 7W***93 | Drive Group-Tachometer | 1 |
9l-6925 Fastener Gp-Fuel Inj Pump
| 0S***03 | Bolt,Machine Fuel Pump Drive Gear Mounting | 1 |
| 4W***20 | Gear; (69 Teeth)(Fuel Pump Drive) | 1 |
| 5M***16 | Screw-Machine | 1 |
4n-5868 Filter Gp-Fuel
| 0S***03 | Bolt,Machine Fuel Pump Drive Gear Mounting | 1 |
| 12***78 | Washer | 1 |
| 14***09 | Gear & Weight As; (55 Teeth) | 1 |
3n-8795 Governor Gp
| 3N***95 | Governor Group | 1 |
| 5P***47 | Seal-Lip; (25.48 mm Od) | 1 |
| 7M***44 | Cap-Protection; (Tachometer Drive) | 1 |
9n-0435 Lines Gp-Fuel Filter
| 4B***88 | Bolt (5/16 X 28.58 mm); (5/16-18x1.125-In) | 2 |
| 9M***74 | Washer-Hard; (8.8x16x2-mm Thk)(Hard) | 2 |
| 9M***29 | Seal-Fuel Pump Housing | 1 |
9y-0300 Lines Gp-Fuel Injection
| 1D***40 | Bolt,Machine Fuel Filter Mounting | 2 |
| 2S***23 | Cover As; (Governor) | 1 |
| 4N***79 | Governor As-Air Compressor | 1 |
7w-1998 Lines Gp-Fuel Injection
| 0T***55 | Bolt; (3/8-16x4.25-In)(Location S) | 1 |
| 1R***50 | Filter As-Fuel; (Advanced Efficiency)(Secondary) | 1 |
| 4B***88 | Bolt (5/16 X 28.58 mm); (5/16-18x1.125-In) | 2 |
9y-0301 Lines Gp-Fuel Injection
| 03***16 | Fitting | 2 |
| 0S***50 | Clip (Small) | 1 |
| 0S***15 | Bolt 19 mm (.75 In.) Long Return Air Console To Enclosed Rops | 1 |
3n-8796 Mounting Gp-Governor Control
| 3N***96 | Mounting Group-Governor Control | 1 |
| 4W***01 | Line As-Fuel Injection; (No. 1) | 1 |
| 4W***02 | Line As-Fuel Injection; (No. 2) | 1 |
4n-4314 Pump Gp-Fuel Priming
| 4N***14 | Pump Group-Fuel Priming; Fuel Priming Pump Group | 1 |
| 4W***05 | Line As-Fuel Injection; (No. 5) | 1 |
| 4W***07 | Line As-Fuel Injection; (No. 7) | 1 |
9y-0509 Pump Gp-Gov & Fuel Inj
| 5P***39 | Screw As-Machine; (5/16-10x0.625-In) | 3 |
| 9L***14 | Clamp 3.97 mm(.156 In.) Hole | 1 |
| 9L***15 | Clamp 5.57 mm(.219 In.) Hole | 1 |
9y-0491 Pump Gp-Gov & Fuel Inj
| 1S***47 | Seal 17.17 mm. (.676 In.) I.D. | 1 |
| 1T***16 | Bolt; (5/16-18x0.75-In)(12 Point Hd) | 8 |
| 1W***16 | Washer-Sealing | 1 |
9y-0511 Pump Gp-Gov & Fuel Inj
| 5P***39 | Screw As-Machine; (5/16-10x0.625-In) | 12 |
| 9L***13 | Clamp 5.57 mm(.219 In.) Hole | 3 |
| 9L***14 | Clamp 3.97 mm(.156 In.) Hole | 5 |
9y-0492 Pump Gp-Gov & Fuel Inj
| 1T***16 | Bolt; (5/16-18x0.75-In)(12 Point Hd) | 8 |
| 2W***30 | Screw-Button Head | 1 |
| 4W***14 | Washer | 1 |
9y-0512 Pump Gp-Gov & Fuel Inj
| 3B***02 | Washer,Lock Circuit Breaker Uoc:Bsv,Bsx | 2 |
| 3N***20 | Bracket | 1 |
| 4B***29 | Screw; (10-24x12.7-mm) | 2 |
9n-6519 Separator Gp-Water
| 10***08 | Pump As; (Fuel Priming) | 1 |
| 1B***90 | Bolt; (5/16-18x1.375-In)(Rh Front Cover) | 1 |
| 1H***14 | Bolt,Machine Engine Oil Filter Assembly | 1 |
1g-3239 Tank Gp-Fuel
| 1G***39 | Tank Group-Fuel | 1 |
| 4N***43 | Pin,Straight Governor And Fuel Injection Pump Group | 1 |
| 4W***07 | Pump Group-Gov & Fuel Inj | 1 |
6n-0509 Torque Control Gp
| 1J***71 | Seal (10.52 Degrees I.D.); Seal-O-Ring -- To Adapter | 1 |
| 1P***26 | Washer 1.53 mm (.06 In.) Thick | 1 |
| 2M***71 | Screw,Cap,Hexagon Fuel Injection Pump | 2 |
Hydraulic System
1g-3241 Cooler Gp-Hydraulic Oil
| 08***32 | Seal | 1 |
| 08***49 | Seal | 1 |
| 08***54 | Plug | 1 |
161-0786 Cylinder & Mtg Gp-Lift
| 08***90 | Kit-Repair | 1 |
| 08***54 | Plug | 1 |
| 08***98 | Tank-Oil | 1 |
5e-7081 Cylinder Gp-Hydraulic
| 03***78 | Wheel-Hand Steering | 3 |
| 08***93 | Nut | 4 |
| 08***08 | Grease Nipple | 4 |
082-7253 Cylinder Gp-Hydraulic
| 08***25 | Connector | 1 |
| 08***29 | Hose | 1 |
| 08***42 | Elbow | 1 |
1g-3259 Cylinder Gp-Hydraulic
| 08***99 | Elbow | 1 |
| 08***01 | Swivel | 3 |
| 08***76 | Seal-O-Ring | 1 |
082-8149 Filter Gp-Oil
| 08***78 | Kit-Seal | 1 |
| 08***15 | Kit-Seal | 1 |
| 08***42 | Locknut | 4 |
1g-3262 Lines Gp-Lifting
| 08***17 | Valve | 1 |
| 08***28 | Valve; (Pressure Limiter) | 1 |
| 08***35 | Pin | 1 |
1g-3263 Piston Gp-Suspension
| 08***90 | Plate | 2 |
| 08***18 | Nut | 12 |
| 08***29 | Roller As | 4 |
082-9956 Tank Gp-Hydraulic
| 08***17 | Valve | 1 |
| 08***28 | Valve; (Pressure Limiter) | 1 |
| 08***22 | Kit-Seal; (Incl Items 30-32) | 1 |
082-8655 Valve Gp-Lifting
| 08***85 | Plug | 1 |
| 08***07 | Nut | 8 |
| 08***63 | Hose | 1 |
159-9504 Valve Gp-Lifting
| 08***28 | Spacer | 4 |
| 08***38 | Spacer | 4 |
| 08***53 | Cylinder Group-Hydraulic | 2 |
195-8242 Valve Gp-Lifting
| 08***08 | Grease Nipple | 2 |
| 08***18 | Fitting-Grease | 2 |
| 08***06 | Ball Joint | 2 |
195-6677 Valve Gp-Lifting
| 08***33 | Locknut | 1 |
| 08***41 | End Fitting | 1 |
| 08***74 | Nut | 1 |
Lubrication System
1w-2638 Filter Gp-Engine Oil
| 1D***66 | Bolt Bracket Assembly To Yoke | 4 |
| 1W***38 | Filter Group-Engine Oil | 1 |
| 3H***54 | Washer-Hard; (13.5x22.5x3.0-mm Thk)(Hard) | 4 |
7n-4304 Gauge Gp-Oil Level (Dipstick)
| 1D***40 | Bolt,Machine Fuel Filter Mounting | 8 |
| 1W***18 | Bracket-Shaft | 2 |
| 2B***94 | Bolt Compression Release Shaft Locking | 4 |
9y-0304 Guide Gp-Oil Level Gauge
| 1R***13 | Filter As-Engine Oil | 2 |
| 9Y***04 | Guide Group-Oil Level; Guide Gp-Oil Level (Rear) | 1 |
7c-6492 Lines Gp-Engine Oil
| 0S***09 | Bolt (3/4") Filler Tube Assembly To Transfer Drive Case | 1 |
| 1S***63 | Plug; (Mounted-Bottom | 1 |
| 5M***94 | Washer; Bracket To Tee, Bracket To Block, Tube As. To Tee, Tube As. To Oil Cooler | 2 |
9n-6632 Lines Gp-Engine Oil -Rear
| 0L***51 | Bolt Starting Engine Fuel Tank Bracket To Diesel Intake Manifold | 1 |
| 1D***17 | Nut-Plate And Angle Assembly To Hydraulic And Fuel Tanks; Nut Plate And Angle Assembly To Hydraulic And Fuel Tanks | 2 |
| 5M***94 | Washer; Bracket To Tee, Bracket To Block, Tube As. To Tee, Tube As. To Oil Cooler | 3 |
1w-2206 Pump Gp-Engine Oil
| 1S***63 | Plug; (Mounted-Bottom | 1 |
| 1W***06 | Pump Group-Engine Oil | 1 |
| 8F***97 | Fitting-- Guide Assembly To Oil Pan | 1 |
Machine Arrangement
8c-0054 General Ar
| 08***50 | Pump Group-Water | 1 |
| 08***02 | Pump Group | 1 |
| 08***85 | Cylinder Group-Master | 1 |
Operator Station
081-5047 Control Gp-Transmission
| 08***47 | Block Group-Selector | 1 |
| 1G***31 | Hose Group-Spray | 1 |
| 1G***95 | Mat & Mtg Group-Water | 1 |
084-9059 Mounting Gp-Instrument
| 08***59 | Box Group-Instrument | 1 |
| 5E***07 | Plate-Cover | 1 |
| 5E***21 | Screw | 1 |
7r-2072 Mounting Gp-Instrument
| 08***94 | Union | 2 |
| 08***01 | Elbow | 1 |
| 08***08 | Coupling | 2 |
1g-3285 Cab Gp
| 08***54 | Fitting | 1 |
| 08***78 | Sprayer Clamp | 8 |
| 08***86 | Cap; (Water Filler) | 2 |
Cab Group
| 08***85 | Hose; (6cm)(2 Each) | 1 |
| 08***83 | Rod-Threaded | 1 |
| 08***64 | Spring | 1 |
082-8026 Cab Gp
| 08***00 | Collar | 8 |
| 08***66 | Gasket | 1 |
| 08***86 | Reducer | 3 |
1g-3284 Cab Gp
| 08***54 | Fitting | 1 |
| 08***78 | Sprayer Clamp | 6 |
| 08***86 | Cap; (Water Filler) | 2 |
1g-3286 Canopy Gp
| 08***06 | Hose | 2 |
| 08***11 | Nut | 6 |
| 08***00 | Collar | 12 |
1g-3268 Control Gp-Acceleration
| 08***06 | Hose | 2 |
| 08***11 | Nut | 3 |
| 08***00 | Collar | 12 |
244-7067 Control Gp-Direction & Speed
| 08***81 | Body | 1 |
| 08***08 | Turbine | 1 |
| 08***84 | Screw | 4 |
245-2586 Control Gp-Direction & Speed
| 08***35 | Lockwasher | 2 |
| 08***64 | Washer; (Cb521, 523 & 525) | 4 |
| 08***73 | Support | 1 |
1g-2915 Control Gp-Forward/Reverse
| 08***11 | Nut | 3 |
| 08***00 | Collar | 8 |
| 08***83 | Lockwasher; (Cb521, 523 & 525) | 13 |
5e-5155 Control Gp-Forward/Reverse
| 08***11 | Nut | 3 |
| 08***00 | Collar | 8 |
| 08***83 | Lockwasher; (Cb521, 523 & 525) | 13 |
082-6673 Control Gp-Direction & Speed
| 08***00 | Lockwasher; (2.3mm Thk) | 14 |
| 08***62 | Rivet | 6 |
| 08***56 | Hinge | 7 |
133-6129 Control Gp-Direction & Speed
| 08***81 | Body | 1 |
| 08***08 | Turbine | 1 |
| 08***84 | Screw | 4 |
1g-4118 Control Gp-Transmission
| 08***81 | Body | 1 |
| 08***94 | Spacer | 1 |
| 08***08 | Turbine | 1 |
1g-3269 Control Gp-Transmission
| 08***73 | Support | 1 |
| 1G***69 | Control Group-Transmission | 1 |
| 4B***74 | Washer (Required Only When Bosch Alternator Is Fitted) | 2 |
163-1787 Control Gp-Transmission
| 08***24 | Handle | 2 |
| 08***83 | Lockwasher; (Cb521, 523 & 525) | 12 |
| 08***00 | Lockwasher; (2.3mm Thk) | 12 |
171-4898 Cylinder & Mtg Gp-Tilt
| 08***24 | Handle | 2 |
| 08***64 | Washer; (Cb521, 523 & 525) | 4 |
| 08***09 | Nut; (Front & Rear) | 4 |
083-1899 Dashboard Gp
| 08***38 | Screw As. | 1 |
| 08***35 | Lockwasher | 4 |
| 08***77 | Fork | 1 |
1g-3274 Dashboard Gp
| 08***68 | Nut; (Cb224b) | 12 |
| 08***85 | Nut; (Cb522,Cb524) | 6 |
| 08***18 | Rod; (Rh) | 1 |
1g-3287 Heater Gp-Cab
| 08***91 | Screw | 4 |
| 08***78 | Block-Control | 1 |
| 08***90 | Lever Group-Hand Control | 1 |
1g-3275 Indicator Gp-Speed
| 08***00 | Lockwasher; (2.3mm Thk) | 4 |
| 08***12 | Light; (Red Control) | 1 |
| 08***99 | Nut | 6 |
082-7490 Lever Gp-Propel
| 08***07 | Nut | 2 |
| 08***64 | Washer; (Cb521, 523 & 525) | 3 |
| 08***47 | Block Group-Selector | 1 |
1g-3280 Lines Gp-Cab Tilt
| 08***35 | Lockwasher | 4 |
| 08***07 | Nut | 2 |
| 08***02 | Washer | 4 |
1g-3243 Meter Gp-Service
| 08***96 | Adapter | 2 |
| 08***72 | Lever | 1 |
| 08***55 | Union | 4 |
5e-6552 Mirror Gp-Rear View
| 08***93 | Nut | 4 |
| 08***12 | Light; (Red Control) | 3 |
| 08***23 | Green Control Lamp | 1 |
110-4438 Module Gp-Speed
| 08***93 | Nut | 5 |
| 08***12 | Light; (Red Control) | 3 |
| 08***23 | Green Control Lamp | 1 |
8c-0205 Module Gp-Speed
| 08***93 | Nut | 2 |
| 08***00 | Lockwasher; (2.3mm Thk) | 2 |
| 08***68 | Kit-Thermometer | 1 |
082-6817 Pedal Gp-Brake
| 08***00 | Lockwasher; (2.3mm Thk) | 3 |
| 08***97 | Screw | 3 |
| 08***34 | Bolt | 1 |
1g-3279 Platform Gp-Operator
| 08***00 | Lockwasher; (2.3mm Thk) | 3 |
| 08***55 | Union | 2 |
| 08***77 | Hose | 2 |
082-6396 Pump Gp-Cab Tilt
| 08***00 | Lockwasher; (2.3mm Thk) | 4 |
| 08***12 | Light; (Red Control) | 1 |
| 08***54 | Bolt | 1 |
143-0770 Pump Gp-Cab Tilt
| 08***00 | Lockwasher; (2.3mm Thk) | 4 |
| 08***12 | Light; (Red Control) | 1 |
| 08***54 | Bolt | 1 |
083-2220 Seat Gp-Suspension
| 08***44 | Box-Disc | 1 |
| 08***20 | Seat Group | 1 |
| 08***91 | Seal; (.6m) | 2 |
Seat Group
| 03***21 | Washer | 4 |
| 10***83 | Spring-Tension | 4 |
| 10***92 | Rail-Lower | 1 |
152-1184 Seat Gp-Suspension
| 08***85 | Blinker Central | 1 |
| 08***59 | Guide; (Rubber) | 1 |
| 08***27 | Bearing; (Use On Right Side) | 1 |
Speedometer Group
| 08***27 | Bearing; (Use On Right Side) | 1 |
| 08***89 | Counter; (Speed/Tach) | 1 |
| 08***06 | Adapter | 1 |
082-9990 Support Gp-Cab
| 08***89 | Kit-Repair | 1 |
| 08***67 | Pedal As | 1 |
| 08***90 | Support Group-Cab | 1 |
Power Train
1g-3254 Axle Gp-Front
| 03***21 | Shim Lever Housing | 1 |
| 03***23 | Bolt; (1/4-28x1-In) | 5 |
| 1G***54 | Axle Group-Front | 1 |
083-1112 Bearing Gp-Differential
| 08***12 | Bearing Group-Differential | 1 |
| 3E***25 | Cover As; (Starting Motor) | 1 |
| 3E***27 | Kit-Bearing; (Starting Motor)(Incl Bearing Seals & Spacers) | 1 |
193-3874 Cooler Gp-Transmission Oil
| 19***74 | Cooler Group-Transmission Oil | 1 |
| 5C***74 | Nut (M5x.8 Thd); (M5x0.8-Thd) | 2 |
| 7X***62 | Washer-Hard; (13.5x19x0.8-mm Thk) | 5 |
1g-3249 Cooler Gp-Transmission Oil
| 1D***19 | Nut-Retainer To Fan Bracket Assembly | 3 |
| 1G***49 | Cooler Group-Transmission Oil | 1 |
| 2H***80 | Screw-Drive; (No 2x0.125-In) | 2 |
082-8382 Cooler Gp-Transmission Oil
| 03***21 | Shim Lever Housing | 1 |
| 03***23 | Bolt; (1/4-28x1-In) | 5 |
| 08***82 | Cooler Group-Transmission Oil | 1 |
081-5038 Cylinder Gp-Shift
| 08***38 | Cylinder Group | 1 |
| 8J***85 | Plate-Instruction; (Start Switch)(Remote) | 1 |
| 9W***77 | Switch As-Start; -Heat-Remote | 1 |
082-9517 Differential Gp
| 08***55 | Nut | 1 |
| 08***82 | Washer; (Cb521,Cb523,Cb525) | 12 |
| 08***85 | Nut; (Cb522,Cb524) | 2 |
155-7212 Differential Gp
| 15***12 | Differential Group | 1 |
1g-3250 Differential Gp
| 1G***50 | Differential Group | 1 |
| 3B***01 | Lockwasher (Part Of 3f***99 Switch) | 1 |
| 5L***00 | Screw (Part Of 2s***42 Assem.) | 1 |
085-3613 Differential Gp
| 08***55 | Nut | 1 |
| 08***14 | Seal; (.82m) | 1 |
| 08***44 | Rotary Eccentric Relay | 1 |
156-5372 Differential Gp
| 08***37 | Button; (Warning Lights) | 1 |
| 08***41 | Wiring Harness; (Warning) | 1 |
| 15***72 | Differential Group | 1 |
1g-3246 Housing Gp-Transmission
| 03***97 | Boot | 1 |
| 08***74 | Washer | 2 |
| 08***94 | Screw | 2 |
1g-4790 Inflation Gp-Tire
| 08***76 | Stud; (Wheel) | 10 |
| 08***77 | Nut; (Wheel) | 10 |
| 08***65 | Hub As | 1 |
1g-3290 Inflation Gp-Tire
| 08***99 | Cable; (Cb521, 523 & 525) | 1 |
| 08***00 | Wire As; (Circuit Breaker) | 1 |
| 08***00 | Harness; (Rear Lights) | 2 |
162-2311 Installation Ar-Transmission
| 08***74 | Bearing | 1 |
| 08***89 | Shim Pack | 1 |
| 08***63 | Shim Pack | 1 |
1g-3289 Lines Gp-Tire Inflation
| 08***48 | Gasket | 3 |
| 08***61 | Washer-Seal | 1 |
| 08***16 | Plug | 2 |
4w-7596 Mounting Gp-Torque Converter
| 08***94 | Seal-Oil | 2 |
| 08***91 | Seal-O-Ring | 4 |
| 08***33 | Seal-O-Ring | 2 |
161-0685 Planetary Gp-Final Drive
| 08***94 | Nut | 1 |
| 08***70 | Washer; (Cb524) | 2 |
| 08***81 | Kit-Seal | 1 |
1g-3248 Pump Gp-Transmission
| 08***84 | Lockwasher | 7 |
| 08***73 | Breather; (Final Drive) | 0 |
| 08***13 | Screw | 14 |
162-1979 Reducer Gp-Case & Differential
| 08***86 | Bolt | 12 |
| 08***50 | Nut | 12 |
| 08***27 | Seal-Oil | 1 |
156-5371 Reducer Gp-Final Drive
| 05***94 | Washer; (13.46x22.35x2.29-mm Thk) | 1 |
| 06***88 | Shim-Bearing Cage; (.003in Thk) | 2 |
| 06***95 | Dowel-Cap | 4 |
1g-3251 Reducer Gp-Final Drive
| 08***78 | Bolt | 8 |
| 08***82 | Nut | 8 |
| 08***92 | Differential Group | 1 |
1g-3252 Reducer Gp-Final Drive
| 00***42 | Breather; (Generator Oil) | 1 |
| 08***48 | Gasket | 1 |
| 08***16 | Plug | 1 |
161-3892 Shaft Gp-Drive
| 16***92 | Shaft Group-Drive | 1 |
| 1G***89 | Lines Group-Tire Inflation | 1 |
| 1G***90 | Inflation Group-Tire | 1 |
188-1437 Shaft Gp-Drive
| 16***92 | Shaft Group-Drive | 1 |
| 16***87 | Control Group-Transmission | 1 |
| 18***37 | Shaft Group-Drive | 1 |
1g-3253 Shaft Gp-Drive
| 08***10 | Filter | 1 |
| 08***96 | Screw | 23 |
| 08***53 | Sleeve | 6 |
082-7040 Tire Gp
| 08***99 | Elbow | 2 |
| 08***87 | Hose | 2 |
| 08***01 | Swivel | 1 |
084-5513 Tire Gp
| 08***13 | Tire Group; (Central) | 1 |
| 0S***88 | Bolt,Machine; Hose Assembly Mounting,Hose Assembly To Transmission,And To Torque Converter | 12 |
| 3L***91 | Adapter | 1 |
1g-3245 Transmission & Mounting Gp
| 08***15 | Connection | 4 |
| 08***48 | Gasket | 12 |
| 08***16 | Plug | 8 |
1g-4640 Transmission Gp
| 08***18 | Fitting-Grease | 2 |
| 08***29 | Ring-Snap | 2 |
| 08***61 | Bearing | 4 |
1g-3892 Transmission Gp
| 08***18 | Fitting-Grease | 2 |
| 08***29 | Ring-Snap | 2 |
| 08***61 | Bearing | 4 |
082-9325 Transmission Gp
| 08***25 | Transmission Group | 1 |
| 08***59 | Universal Joint | 1 |
| 0L***78 | Bolt 44.45 mm(1.75 In.) Long | 8 |
1g-3247 Transmission Gp
| 15***12 | Differential Group | 1 |
| 15***71 | Reducer Group-Final Drive | 1 |
| 16***85 | Planetary Group-Final Drive | 1 |
083-1985 Union Gp
| 08***85 | Union Group; (Incl Items 17 To 21) | 1 |
| 0L***78 | Bolt 44.45 mm(1.75 In.) Long | 16 |
| 16***91 | Shaft-Drive | 1 |
1g-3931 Wheel Gp
| 09***52 | Ring | 1 |
| 18***38 | Housing | 1 |
| 18***39 | Axle | 1 |
1g-3932 Wheel Gp
| 08***31 | Flap | 1 |
| 08***16 | Tire | 1 |
| 1G***80 | Valve | 1 |
Service Equipment And Supplies
Charts & Films
| 08***69 | Rivet | 12 |
| 08***21 | Plate-Caution; (Battery Warning) | 2 |
| 08***56 | Plate; (Slinging) | 4 |
1g-3882 Film Gp
| 08***38 | Screw | 6 |
| 08***00 | Lockwasher; (2.3mm Thk) | 1 |
| 08***35 | Lockwasher | 16 |
1g-3884 Film Gp
| 08***93 | Nut | 4 |
| 08***00 | Lockwasher; (2.3mm Thk) | 13 |
| 08***35 | Lockwasher | 8 |
1g-3886 Film Gp
| 08***45 | Kit-Pump Repair | 1 |
| 08***27 | Lever-Control | 1 |
| 1G***86 | Film Group | 1 |
1g-3885 Film Gp
| 08***93 | Nut | 4 |
| 08***74 | Nut; (Cb522,Cb524) | 4 |
| 08***09 | Nut; (Front & Rear) | 12 |
1g-3883 Film Gp
| 08***38 | Screw | 6 |
| 08***83 | Lockwasher; (Cb521, 523 & 525) | 4 |
| 08***00 | Lockwasher; (2.3mm Thk) | 1 |
104-3490 Plate & Film Gp
| 03***21 | Washer | 4 |
| 09***36 | Washer, Spring | 4 |
| 10***90 | Plate & Film Group | 1 |
5e-7578 Plate & Film Gp
| 14***74 | Kit-Parts | 1 |
| 14***76 | Kit-Parts | 1 |
| 14***78 | Kit-Parts | 1 |
Steering System
081-5270 Pump Gp-Metering
| 08***93 | Kit-Seal | 1 |
| 08***70 | Block Group-Control | 1 |
| 08***55 | Bolt | 8 |
1g-3267 Control Gp-Steering
| 08***00 | Lockwasher; (2.3mm Thk) | 10 |
| 08***21 | Plate-Locking | 1 |
| 1G***29 | Sheet | 1 |
1g-3255 Lines Gp-Steering
| 08***13 | Spring | 1 |
| 08***16 | Cylinder Group-Air | 1 |
| 08***69 | Spring | 2 |
1g-3256 Pump & Mtg Gp-Steering
| 08***31 | Spring | 2 |
| 08***36 | Fork | 2 |
| 08***83 | Axle | 2 |
1g-3260 Steering Gp
| 08***17 | Pedal Group-Brake | 2 |
| 1G***60 | Steering Group | 1 |
| 1G***14 | Plate | 1 |
082-6900 Valve Gp-Steering
| 08***00 | Lockwasher; (2.3mm Thk) | 6 |
| 08***95 | Kit-Seal | 1 |
| 08***00 | Valve Group | 1 |
Water System
083-2224 Bar Gp-Spray
| 08***60 | Bolt | 2 |
| 08***26 | Washer | 1 |
| 08***31 | Screw | 1 |
083-2584 Bar Gp-Spray
| 08***18 | Fitting-Grease | 2 |
| 08***03 | Protector | 1 |
| 08***58 | Kit-Seal; (Incl Parts Marked J) | 1 |
1g-3231 Hose Gp-Spray
| 08***08 | Grease Nipple | 2 |
| 08***06 | Ball Joint | 2 |
| 08***87 | Kit-Seal | 1 |
1g-3295 Mat & Mtg Gp-Water
| 08***00 | Filter Element-Oil; (Hydraulic) | 2 |
| 08***05 | Plug; (Oil Level) | 1 |
| 08***41 | Breather; (Hydraulic Oil) | 1 |
5e-5517 Pump Gp-Water Spray
| 08***49 | Seal | 1 |
| 08***85 | Seal-Oil | 1 |
| 08***93 | Seal | 2 |
5e-7738 Pump Gp-Water Spray
| 08***00 | Lockwasher; (2.3mm Thk) | 4 |
| 08***99 | Nut | 4 |
| 08***78 | Spring | 1 |
1g-3214 Pump Gp-Water Spray
| 08***15 | Connection | 6 |
| 08***25 | Connector | 1 |
| 08***27 | Seal Washer | 3 |
1g-4791 Spray Gp-Water
| 08***48 | Gasket | 1 |
| 08***01 | Swivel | 1 |
| 08***64 | Connection | 2 |
081-2909 Strainer Gp-Water
| 08***09 | Strainer Group-Water | 1 |
| 20***69 | Plate | 1 |
| 20***70 | Bracket | 2 |
PS-500 serial number reference
On Cat pneumatic compactors the PIN/serial plate is riveted to the frame near the operator platform or on the front chassis rail, sometimes also stamped on the frame itself close to the engine bay. The plate shows the full Product Identification Number: a 3-character prefix followed by a sequential number (for example 7XD00123). The prefix identifies the specific model/build series; the sequence number gives build order within that series. Parts-book effectivity is called out as prefix plus sequence number (e.g., S/N 7XD151-UP).
| Prefix | Identifies | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 7XD | PS-500 pneumatic (rubber-tired) paving compactor, single production series | Only documented S/N prefix for the PS-500. Service and parts literature reference 7XD1-UP as the base range, with component-level effectivity breaks further into the range (for example, water-spray pump from S/N 7XD151-UP, lifting valve from S/N 7XD290-UP). Powered by the Cat 3208 diesel (V8, naturally aspirated, roughly 112 kW / 150 hp class). No B or C suffix generation is documented for the PS-500, unlike the related PS-150/PS-300/PS-360 compactors, so 7XD is the only serial block for this model. Exact start-of-production year is not firmly documented; treat as an early-production Cat pneumatic-tire compactor and confirm build year against the PIN plate. |
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the Caterpillar PS-500 use?
A naturally aspirated Caterpillar 3208 V8 diesel, 10.4 L (636 cu in) displacement, rated 111.9 kW (150 hp) gross at 2300 rpm. It runs a fully mechanical fuel injection system with no electronic engine controls.
What is the operating weight of the Caterpillar PS-500?
About 19,000 kg (41,900 lb) empty. Loading the frame tanks with water, sand, or steel ballast brings it up to roughly 35,000 kg (77,200 lb) at maximum ballast, carried on seven tires (three front, four rear) sized 15.00R24.
What replaced the Caterpillar PS-500?
No documented model took over the PS-500's spot directly. Caterpillar's current pneumatic roller line, the CW series, is a later-generation design rather than a stated successor. Unlike the smaller PS-150B, PS-200B, and PS-360B, which got later B-suffix updates, the PS-500 stayed a single-series machine for its entire production run.
What PS-500 owners discuss
What do mechanics say about the naturally aspirated 3208 diesel in the PS-500?
The PS-500 runs the naturally aspirated V8 3208 with a fully mechanical injection system and no electronic engine controls. Cold starts bring visible smoke and a rough idle until the engine warms; that clears within a few minutes and is normal, not a defect. The block is regarded as a long-life design when oil changes stay current, since the connecting rod bearings have little margin and wear fast once oil gets dirty or contaminated. Heavy black smoke that never clears, or smoke that worsens under load, points to a fuel system issue such as a worn injection pump or tired injectors, not the basic engine design.
How does the powershift transmission act up on this machine?
Complaints center on a shift lever that will not hold in gear, or a false neutral where the machine seems to drop out of gear for a moment before re-engaging on its own. Both usually trace to worn shift linkage or a tired transmission control valve rather than the clutch packs themselves. Using the correct Cat TO-4 transmission fluid matters: an engine oil or a slicker gear oil keeps the clutch discs from gripping properly and causes slipping and delayed engagement. If slipping continues after a fluid and filter change, the control valve or clutch discs need inspection.
Is there a typical tire or wheel wear pattern on the PS-500?
The PS-500 rides on 3 steered front tires and 4 driven rear tires, each wheel mounted to oscillate independently, the classic wobble-wheel layout that lets tires follow ground contour for even coverage. Owners flag uneven tire pressure across that set as the top cause of streaky, inconsistent compaction, ahead of tire condition itself. Ballast, whether water, sand, or steel depending on how the unit was set up, has to stay balanced side to side or the machine leans and wears tires unevenly. Cracked sidewalls and flat spots are common on units that sat outdoors between jobs for long stretches.
What goes wrong with the articulated steering on the PS-500?
Steering runs through hydraulic cylinders acting on the articulation joint between the front and rear frames. Stiff or delayed steering response usually traces to worn pivot pins and bushings at the joint from missed greasing intervals, not the hydraulic pump. Cylinder rod seals weep slowly as the machine ages, and looseness or a clunk when reversing steering direction points to worn joint pins and bushings, treated as routine wear-item maintenance. Because a leaking or worn steering cylinder can affect control on a fully ballasted machine, have your dealer verify the steering cylinders and articulation pivot before the machine goes back into service.
What electrical or sensor issues come up on the PS-500?
There is no ECM or diagnostic codes on this machine; the 3208 predates engine electronics entirely. Reported problems are basic: corroded connectors and cracked harness insulation after decades outdoors, a starter or alternator that tests fine off the machine but fails at a loose or corroded cable connection, and oil pressure or coolant temperature sending units that read erratically or peg out before the actual condition is out of range. Before condemning the engine over a bad gauge reading, mechanics swap in a mechanical test gauge to confirm whether the sender or the engine itself is at fault.
What about the parking and service brakes?
Like most heavy compactors of this era, the parking brake is spring-applied and released by hydraulic pressure, so a brake that will not release usually means low hydraulic pressure or a stuck release circuit rather than worn brake material, while a brake that will not hold on a grade points to worn brake material or a leak in the release circuit. Given the machine's loaded weight on grades, have your dealer verify parking and service brake holding force and release function before putting a used unit back to work.
What should a buyer check before purchasing a used PS-500?
Check tread depth and sidewall condition on all 7 tires and confirm the water spray system and tire inflation system still work, since replacing a full tire set on a machine this size is costly. Cycle the articulation joint through full lock in both directions, watching for play, clunking, or slow response, and check for weeping at the steering cylinder rods. Cold-start the engine and watch for smoke that does not clear, plus listen for rod knock, given the 3208's known sensitivity to neglected oil changes. Run the powershift through every gear and confirm it holds without slipping into false neutral. Inspect the ballast compartments for correct fill and no internal corrosion, and ask for maintenance records, since on a machine this old, service history tells more than the hour meter.
Compiled from owner and technician discussions across the industry — experiences vary by serial range and machine history.
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