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Airman AX35-2 Parts Catalog

I’ve seen too many guys tear into an Airman AX35-2 Parts Catalog using aftermarket parts lists that don’t match the serial number. They end up with the wrong seal kit, a piston that doesn’t fit, or they waste an hour on the phone with a parts counter. This 33-page factory catalog stops that cold. Every diagram, every part number, every service code comes straight from the OEM – Airman Japan. You know the drill: machine model, serial number, part number, quantity, and you’re done. No guesswork.

You get a PDF that’s a direct scan of the original print, including the Japanese foreword and the English translation. The table of contents runs from 0001.tif to 0033.tif – each page is a separate high-res scan. The index at the back lets you look up any part number and find which assembly it belongs to. That’s the kind of documentation that keeps a job moving.

How to Order Parts the Right Way (Page 3)

Page 3 of the catalog spells out exactly what you need to give your dealer: machine model (AX35-2), serial number (e.g., 853-020051), part number, part name, quantity, and shipping address. I don’t care if you’re a home garage guy or a fleet manager – write those six things down before you call. The catalog also explains how the item numbers work: each part gets a reference number on the illustration, and the part number is alphanumeric. Follow that and you won’t get a box of wrong hardware.

Service Codes: What W, D, K, B, E, OP, OS, US Mean

Every parts catalog worth its salt has service codes. This one has eight. W means local modification needed – call Airman before you install. D means the part isn’t sold separately; you buy the whole assembly. K tells you the part is in a service kit. B means the quantity varies by machine. E means it’s a service-only part, not in production. OP is optional equipment, OS is oversize, US is undersize. Ignore these codes and you’ll order a part that can’t be used. The catalog prints them right in the code column on each page.

Airman AX35-2 Parts Catalog: What You Get in 33 Pages

The entire machine is broken down into assemblies – engine, hydraulics, undercarriage, boom, arm, bucket, controls. Each assembly gets its own exploded illustration with item callouts. The parts list under each drawing gives the item number, part number, part name, quantity, and service code. For example, if you need the O-ring (part number A810165), you’ll find it listed with the quantity used. The last few pages are the numerical part number index – look up any number to find what page it’s on. That index alone saves hours of flipping.

Audience Fit: Who Actually Needs This Catalog

DIY owners who fix their own AX35-2 excavator need this to order seals, filters, hydraulic components. Workshop owners need it to give accurate quotes to customers. Parts counter guys need it to verify cross-references. If you’ve ever ordered a part by “it looks like this one,” you’re the reason this catalog exists. It’s also the reference you hand to a junior tech when they ask “What’s the part number for the boom cylinder seal kit?”

Factory Original vs. Aftermarket Parts Lists

Aftermarket parts catalogs are compiled from multiple sources and often have wrong supersession data. This is the original Airman factory document – straight from the Japanese engineering department. The pages are scanned from the original print, so you see the actual part numbers, the actual service codes, the actual layout. No translation errors, no reprints with dropped characters. If a part number changed, Airman would publish a revision – but this catalog is the baseline. Use it with the machine serial number to verify.

For related manuals on similar equipment, check out the Airman AX35-2 Mini Excavator Parts Catalog or the Airman AX35-2 Excavator Parts Catalog. If you need a larger machine, see AIRMAN AX40-2 MINI-EXCAVATOR Parts Catalog. For background on how factory documentation fits the broader industry, refer to Automotive Industry Overview and Automotive Industry Overview.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this parts catalog include engine parts?

Yes, it covers the entire machine including the engine, hydraulics, undercarriage, and boom assembly.

Can I use this to rebuild the final drive?

This catalog lists all part numbers for the final drive assembly, including seals, bearings, gears, and housing components. You’ll need the service manual for disassembly procedures and torque specs. The parts catalog gives you the exact numbers to order, nothing more.

How are the illustrations organized and what do the symbols mean?

Each section starts with an exploded view of the assembly. Item numbers on the drawing correspond to a table with part number, name, quantity, and service code. Parts that come as assemblies get a “J” mark, and sub-components get “・J” marks. Service codes like W, D, K, B, E, OP, OS, US are printed in the code column – they tell you if the part needs local modification, if it’s only sold in a kit, or if it’s optional. The index at the back lets you look up any part number to find what assembly it belongs to. For example, if you have a part number like A810165, you can look it up to see it’s an O-ring used in the hydraulic system. This system is vital when you only have a number from a broken part and need to identify the correct replacement.

Is this the same as the service manual?

No, this is a parts catalog only. It does not contain repair procedures, torque specs, or diagnostic steps.

Ordering parts for a machine without the factory breakdown is like rebuilding a transmission blindfolded. You’ve got the serial number, you’ve got the machine, now get the correct part numbers. Access the Factory Manual and keep it on your workbench – your next parts order will go right the first time.