Description
KN16120X EL1600 CATERPILLAR COMPRESSOR
PART NUMBER(S):
Fleet Products: KN16120X (Remanufactured) | Replaces OE: Haldex: KN16120, EL16120, NT7212 | Caterpillar: 1W3740, 2W5135, 9N2163 | Mack: 303GB3136R, 303GB4196R, 303GB4197R | Oshkosh: 91658XX001 | Volvo: 1503613, 49045816 | International: 503409C91
DESCRIPTION:
Model: EL1600 Caterpillar Compressor
Vehicles: Caterpillar 3406A engine applications in heavy trucks, semi trucks, commercial trucks, and vocational vehicles
• Compressor type: Two-cylinder air brake compressor
• Mounting type: 3-hole flange mount
• Drive type: Gear drive
• Shaft type: Spline shaft
• Head rotation: Right
• Block rotation: Right
• Cooling: Water cooled
• Air outlet: Top / flange threaded discharge
• Oil feed: End cap oil feed
• Oil drain: Flange oil drain
• Bore x stroke: 2.75 in. × 1.87 in.
• Rated displacement: 16.1 CFM @ 1250 RPM
• Maximum turbo pressure: 35 PSI
• Overall height: 12.19 in.
• Overall width: 5.44 in.
• Identification: Distinctive tab on block
• Exact replacement reference: NT7212
Applications: Designed for Caterpillar 3406A engines requiring an EL1600-series compressor with a 3-hole flange mount and spline shaft drive. Commonly used in heavy-duty trucks and commercial equipment requiring reliable compressed air for air brake operation.
CROSS-REFERENCE(S):
1600 SERIES, CAT 3406A, EL1600, EL16120, EL16120X, HEL16120X, 745-EL16120X, BAREL16120X, BW EL16120X, BW REL016120X, BW REL16120X, EMDEL16120X, KN16120, NT7212
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:
✔ Port orientation is viewed from the rear of the compressor
✔ Verify spline shaft and 3-hole flange configuration before installation
✔ Service units are supplied without governors or manifolds; transfer original components as required
✔ Head and end cap may require rotation to match the original installation
✔ Install using new gaskets and verify oil feed and oil drain passages are clean before startup
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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