Description
289789X – TF-500 DETROIT COMPRESSOR (FLANGE MOUNT, RIGHT INLET)
PART NUMBER(S):
Fleet Products: 289789X (Remanufactured) | OE: 289789, 283515X, 281718BN
DESCRIPTION:
Model: TF-500 Detroit Air Brake Compressor
Vehicles: Detroit Diesel Engine Configurations (0°, 1°, 4° Tilt)
• Cooling: Water Cooled
• Air Inlet Location: Right
• Air Outlet Location: Right
• Discharge Type: Flange
• Mounting Style: Flange Mount
• Drive Type: Engine Driven
• Bore: 2.75 inches
• Stroke: 1.5 inches
• Rated Displacement: ~13.0 CFM @ 1250 RPM
• Approximate Weight: 46 lbs
• Turbocharge Pressure: Max 35 PSI
• Core Group: 500A
• EL16050 and EL16050X may also be used for this application
Applications:
Which trucks use this✔ The 289789X is a TF-500 flange-mount compressor used in Detroit Diesel engine platforms requiring right-side inlet/outlet. It’s suitable for air brake systems in heavy-duty fleet vehicles.
CROSS-REFERENCE(S):
289789, 283515X, 283515, TF-500, 281718BN, 281042X, 251042, E-BN289789X, EL16050, EL16050XA 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:
✔ Port orientation is determined from the rear of the compressor
✔ Torque flange nuts to OEM spec; typical range is 80–100 ft-lbs
✔ Compatible with EL16050 and EL16050X compressor series
✔ Confirm Detroit Diesel tilt angle before installation to ensure correct fit
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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