Description
281718X - TF-500 DETROIT COMPRESSOR (75° TILT, ENGINE DRIVE)
PART NUMBER(S):
Fleet Products: 281718X (Remanufactured) | OE: 281600, 281683, 281718, 281719, 281718BN
DESCRIPTION:
Model: TF-500 Pulley Drive Air Brake Compressor
Vehicles: Detroit Diesel engine platforms in GMC, Freightliner, and Western Star
• Cooling: Water cooled
• Mounting Style: Flange Mount – 75° Tilt
• Drive Type: Engine Driven (Pulley/Belt)
• Air Inlet Port: Left (viewed from rear)
• Air Outlet Port: Left (viewed from rear)
• Discharge Type: Flange
• Cylinders: 2
• Bore: 2.5 in
• Stroke: 1.6875 in
• Displ @1250 RPM: 12 CFM
• Max RPM: 3000 WC / 2400 AC
• Coolant Flow: 2.5 gpm
• Air Flow Req: 250 CFM
• HP @1250: 2.3 HP
• Max Inlet Temp: 250°F
• Max Discharge Temp: 400°F
• Unload Pressure: 60 PSI
• Oil Press Idle: 5 PSI
• Oil Press Max: 15 PSI
• Oil Cap: 0.53 qt
• Discharge Line: 5/8 in OD
• Coolant Line: 1/2 in OD
• Oil Supply: 1/4 in OD
• Oil Return: 5/8 in OD
• Air Inlet: 5/8 in ID
Applications:
Engineered for Detroit Diesel heavy-duty vehicles requiring TF-500 series compressors with 75-° tilt flange mounting. Delivers compressed air for brake and auxiliary systems in highway tractors and vocational fleets.
CROSS-REFERENCE(S):
281718X, TF-500, 281718BN, 275231X, 275777X
A cross-reference listing means this part is a suitable replacement for the part numbers listed. Please confirm all ports and dimensions match your application before installing.
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION NOTES:
✔ Confirm 75° flange tilt orientation before installation
✔ Left-side air inlet and outlet ports must match existing system layout
✔ Torque flange nuts to 80–100 ft-lbs per OEM specs
✔ Replace gaskets and follow Detroit Diesel compressor install procedures
SOLD AS REMANUFACTURED | CORE RETURN REQUIRED
Built to OEM standards | thoroughly cleaned, inspected, and tested to ensure durability, performance, and reliability in demanding applications.
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