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Allis-Chalmers 260E 1972 Parts Catalog – Factory OEM Documentation

You are working on a 260E elevating scraper and you need a part number. You’ve got a worn hydraulic line or a broken gear and the aftermarket catalog is giving you generic part numbers that don’t match. That’s where this 1972 Allis-Chalmers 260E Parts Catalog becomes the only tool you should trust. It’s 338 pages of factory-issued part breakdowns, serial number ranges, and exploded views. Not a reprint or a scan of a scan. This is the original OEM document from Allis-Chalmers Construction Machinery Division, printed in 1972. It covers tractor serial numbers 8001 through 9000 and 65A09501 and up, and scraper serial numbers 4001 through 6000 and 74Y06001 and up. No guesswork when you use factory part numbers.

Serial Number Ranges and Machine Coverage

The catalog covers tractor serial numbers 8001 through 9000, 65A09501 and up, and scraper serial numbers 4001 through 6000, 74Y06001 and up. Those ranges tell you exactly which machines this applies to. If your scraper falls outside, you need a different catalog. Simple as that.

Safety Section: Accident Prevention on Page 3

Page 3 contains the original safety warnings printed by Allis-Chalmers. It includes instructions to lower hydraulically controlled equipment before servicing. That is not a suggestion; it’s a rule. Ignoring it gets people killed. The catalog reproduces that warning verbatim, so you have no excuse to skip it.

Additional Publications for the 260E

On page 4 you’ll find other official publications available for this model: an Operator’s Manual, Cab Glass Data, Injection Pump information. If you need more than parts numbers, those documents are listed here with form numbers. You can cross-reference them with this catalog to get a complete service library.

Why a Factory Parts Catalog Beats Aftermarket

Aftermarket parts catalogs often use generic illustrations and skip serial number breaks. This OEM document has the original exploded views, part numbers, and revision history. If you’ve ever ordered the wrong part because the listing was vague, you know the value of factory data. This is the same document that dealers used in 1972. The difference between guessing and knowing is 338 pages of factory information.

338 Pages of Factory Information

Thumbing through 338 pages might sound like a lot, but when you need to find a specific seal or gear, the index and part number breakdowns get you there fast. Each page is a scan of the original print, not a re-keyed list that introduces errors. If the part number is there, it’s the right one.

For other models, see the Allis-Chalmers 260E 1967 Parts Catalog – Factory OEM Specs for earlier serial numbers, the Allis-Chalmers HD-6EP Parts Catalog – Factory OEM 374 Pages for crawler applications, or the Allis-chalmers HD21A 1965 Parts Catalog – Factory OEM for larger dozers.

Understanding the history of agricultural machinery is useful; read the Automotive Industry Overview for context. The Automotive Industry Overview also covers heavy equipment manufacturing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this catalog include torque specifications?

No, torque specs are in the service manual only.

How do I verify which part number fits my 260E?

Check the serial number of your tractor and scraper against the ranges listed on page 2. The catalog is organized by assembly groups – engine, transmission, hydraulics, etc. Find the group that contains the part you need, then locate your serial number break in the header. The part number shown for your break is the correct one. If your serial number falls between two breaks, use the earlier number unless a later supersession is noted. Always cross-check with the illustrations to confirm shape and mounting. If you don’t have the serial number, stop and find it. Ordering without it is gambling.

Stop wasting shop time flipping through incomplete aftermarket lists. Get the factory part numbers and illustrations you need. Access the Factory Manual from AutoRepairManuals and keep your 260E running.