Description
286555X - TF-501 CUMMINS AIR BRAKE COMPRESSOR - REMANUFACTURED
PART NUMBER(S):
Fleet Products: 286555X (Remanufactured) | Replaces OE: Bendix: 286555, 286618 | Haldex: 286555X | Cummins: 4015810, 4015811, 4015812, 4015813
DESCRIPTION:
Model: Bendix Tu-Flo 501 (TF-501) Cummins Air Brake Compressor
Vehicles: IHC / International trucks with Cummins NTC, KT, KTA, and related Cummins-powered heavy-duty truck applications
• Mounting Type: Flange mount
• Drive Type: Gear driven
• Cooling: Water and air cooled
• Air Inlet Location: Left
• Air Outlet Location: Top
• Discharge Type: Threaded
• 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 IHC / International and Cummins-powered heavy-duty truck applications requiring a Bendix Tu-Flo 501 compressor with flange mounting, gear-driven configuration, left-side air inlet, and top-threaded discharge. This compressor supplies air for service brake and auxiliary pneumatic systems and should be matched by OE number, mounting style, drive gear setup, port orientation, and discharge configuration before installation.
CROSS-REFERENCE(S):
286618X, 286592X, E-BN286555, ZZ286555, EL13040X
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 Cummins NTC, KT, KTA, or related heavy-duty engine fitment before installation
✔ Confirm flange mount, gear-driven setup, left-side inlet, and top-threaded discharge configuration before installation
✔ Install and align the drive gear according to the engine application requirements
✔ Check discharge, oil supply, oil return, unloader, inlet cavity, and coolant lines for restrictions before startup
✔ Use proper assembly lubricant on unloader valve O-rings where applicable
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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