Description
KN16120X - EL1600 CATERPILLAR COMPRESSOR
PART NUMBER(S):
Fleet Products: KN16120X (Remanufactured) | OE: KN16120, EL16120, NT7212, CAT (1W3740, 2W5135, 9N2163), MACK (303GB3136R, 303GB4196R, 303GB4197R), Oshkosh (91658XX001), Volvo (1503613, 49045816), Navistar (503409C91)
DESCRIPTION:
Model: EL1600 (CAT)
Vehicles: Caterpillar 3406A Engine
• Cooling: Water cooled
• Air Inlet Location: Not explicitly listed for CAT; see general EL1600 spec
• Air Outlet Location: Top/Flange Discharge Type (threaded port)
• Mounting Type: Flange Mount (3-hole, per EL1600 spec)
• Drive: Gear Drive
• Head Rotation: Right
• Block Rotation: Right
• Shaft: Spline Shaft
• Bore Diameter: 2.75 in (70 mm)
• Stroke: 1.87 in
• Rated Displacement: 16.1 CFM @ 1250 RPM
• Overall Height: 12.19 in
• Overall Width: 5.44 in
• Approximate Weight: 45 lbs
• Oil Feed/Drain: End Cap Oil Feed, Flange Oil Drain
• Substitution: High Capacity Replacement NT7212
• Function: Pressurizes air for the actuation of air brakes in CAT engines
Applications:
The EL1600 Caterpillar Compressor (KN16120X) is designed for the Caterpillar 3406A engines, commonly used in heavy trucks, semi trucks, and commercial vehicles. It features gear drive with flange mount and supports air brake operation.
CROSS-REFERENCE(S):
KN16120, EL16120, EL16120X, NT7212, 1600 SERIES, EL1600, CAT 3406A, NT7212, CAT (1W3740, 2W5135, 9N2163), MACK (303GB3136R, 303GB4196R, 303GB4197R), Oshkosh (91658XX001), Volvo (1503613, 49045816), Navistar (503409C91), HEL16120X, 745-EL16120X, BAREL16120X, BW EL16120X, BW REL016120X, BW REL16120X, BW EL16120X, EMDEL16120X, EL16120XA 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 viewed from rear
✔ Spline Shaft installation required
✔ Includes installation gaskets
✔ Service units are furnished without governors and manifolds and may require head and end cap rotation
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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