Description
286567X - TF-501 PULLEY DRIVE AIR BRAKE COMPRESSOR - REMANUFACTURED
PART NUMBER(S):
Fleet Products: 286567X (Remanufactured) | Replaces OE: Bendix: 286565, 286567, 287631, 287632, 104962, 286617 | CAT: 6N3611 | Volvo: 85102166 | Midland: EL13060
DESCRIPTION:
Model: Bendix Tu-Flo 501 (TF-501) Pulley Drive Air Brake Compressor
Vehicles: CAT 3208 Ford application, heavy trucks, semi trucks, 18 wheelers, and commercial trucks
• Air Inlet Location: Right
• Air Outlet Location: Top
• Discharge Type: Threaded
• Cooling: Water and air cooled
• Drive Type: Pulley drive
• Mounting: Base mount, pulley-drive configuration
• Drain Location: Front drain
• 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
• Function: Pressurizes air for air brake actuation
Applications:
Used on CAT 3208 Ford and related heavy-duty truck applications requiring a Bendix Tu-Flo 501 compressor with base mounting, pulley-drive configuration, right-side air inlet, top-threaded discharge, and front drain setup. This compressor supplies air for service brake and auxiliary pneumatic systems and should be matched by OE number, pulley alignment, mount style, port orientation, and drain configuration before installation.
CROSS-REFERENCE(S):
EL13060X, 745X286567, BEN286567X, 286617B1, 286617X-BW, 745-286617X, BW286617X, BX286617B1, BX286617X, R955286617X
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 base-mount pulley-drive fitment, CAT 3208 Ford application, right-side inlet, top-threaded discharge, and front drain configuration before installation
✔ Confirm port orientation viewed from the rear of the compressor
✔ Ensure correct alignment of the pulley and drive components before startup
✔ Confirm discharge, oil supply, oil return, unloader, inlet cavity, and coolant lines are clean and unrestricted
✔ Follow installation guidelines for the front drain system
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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