Description
286548X - TF-501 CAT AIR BRAKE COMPRESSOR - REMANUFACTURED
PART NUMBER(S):
Fleet Products: 286548X (Remanufactured) | Replaces OE: CAT: 0R2900 | Bendix: 286021, 286022, 286546, 286548
DESCRIPTION:
Model: Bendix Tu-Flo 501 (TF-501) CAT Air Brake Compressor
Vehicles: Caterpillar diesel-powered heavy-duty truck, semi truck, 18 wheeler, and commercial truck applications
• Mounting Style: Flange mount
• Drive Type: Engine driven, spline shaft
• Cooling: Water / air cooled
• Air Inlet Location: Right, viewed from rear
• Air Outlet Location: Right, viewed from rear
• Discharge Type: Threaded flange discharge
• Shaft: 13 tooth spline shaft
• No. of Cylinders: 2
• Bore x Stroke: 2.625 in x 1.50 in
• Displacement @ 1250 RPM: 12 CFM
• Displacement Per Revolution: 16.5 cu in
• Max RPM: 3000 naturally aspirated
• HP @ 3000 RPM / 100 PSI: 4.9 HP
• Minimum Coolant Flow @ Max RPM: 2.5 GPM
• Minimum Unload Pressure: 60 PSI
• Temperature Range: 250°F inlet / 400°F discharge
• Line Sizes: 5/8 in OD copper discharge, 5/8 in OD oil return, 1/4 in OD oil supply, 1/4 in OD unloader, 5/8 in ID inlet cavity to air cleaner, 1/2 in OD coolant
Applications:
Used on Caterpillar-powered heavy-duty truck applications requiring a TF-501 compressor with flange mounting, engine drive, 13 tooth spline shaft, right-side ports, and threaded flange discharge. Match by OE number, spline count, port orientation, flange mount, and discharge configuration before installation.
CROSS-REFERENCE(S):
0R-2900, OR2900, BEN286546, 745X286546, HVG286546, 04625286546
A cross-reference listing means this part may be a suitable replacement for the listed part numbers. Always verify fitment before installation.
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION NOTES:
✔ Verify CAT engine fitment, flange mount, engine-drive setup, and 13 tooth spline shaft before installation
✔ Confirm right-side inlet and right-side outlet orientation viewed from the rear of the compressor
✔ Match threaded flange discharge to the original air line configuration
✔ Use installation gaskets and verify cooling connections during installation
✔ Typical flange nut torque: 80–100 ft-lb
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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