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Caterpillar D8R 2000 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Parts Manual (705 Pages)

You’ve got a D8R torn down and you’re staring at a pile of brackets, seals, and bolts, with no clue which part goes where. Ordering from an aftermarket site using a number that doesn’t match? That means a wrong part, a dead machine, and a lost day. The Caterpillar D8R 2000 Parts Catalog is the factory-issued parts bible for that machine. 705 pages of OEM part numbers, exploded diagrams, and serial number breaks that tell you exactly what to order. This is not a repair manual – it’s the parts identification tool that keeps your rebuild from turning into a parts-chasing nightmare.

What This Parts Catalog Covers

This volume (Volume II, pages 635–1246) covers the D8R Track-Type Tractor powered by the 3406 engine. Serial number breaks are listed for each major component: machine prefix 7XM, engine 41Z, transmission 8YX, bulldozer variants FH1, 2F, WP, 2XP, ripper 1GH, winch 9EB, and torque converter 95T8600. Every section gives exploded views with callouts – you see the part, you get the number. No guessing if that seal is the right thickness.

Serial Number Breaks – Why They Matter

Caterpillar changed parts mid-production. A final drive bearing for a 7XM1 machine might be different from a 7XM1000. This catalog lists the exact serial number range for each component. You match your machine’s serial to the break, and you get the correct OEM part number. Cross-referencing aftermarket books that use generic numbers? That’s how you end up with a bearing that fits but doesn’t hold up. Factory data eliminates that risk.

Skip the aftermarket guesswork.

3 Reasons to Trust OEM Documentation

First, this is a direct Caterpillar print – SEBP2439-13, May 2000. Second, every part number has been verified against the factory build sheets. Third, the exploded diagrams match the actual assemblies on your machine, not a generic drawing from a third-party reprint. I’ve seen aftermarket catalogs swap a bolt and a stud because someone misread a photo. Not here. This is the same manual the dealer parts counter uses.

How to Use the Parts Catalog on the Job

Find your machine’s product identification number (PIN). Look at the Product Identification Information section – it’s in the Operation and Maintenance Manual, but the catalog assumes you have that. Then turn to the appropriate group. For an undercarriage job, you’d look in the Power Train and Undercarriage sections. Each group lists components by serial number. Write down the part number, then double-check it against the illustration. Order it. Your phone call to the parts house takes five minutes, not two hours of back-and-forth.

Need the correct part number for a track roller? Page numbers are grouped by system – the catalog doesn’t waste space on narrative. It’s all reference data.

Technical Specifications and Layout

705 pages, spiral-bound in the original factory format. Published 2000. Covers the D8R with 3406 engine. Includes product and dealer information sheets in English, French, and Spanish – useful if you’re working in a bilingual shop. The table of contents is grouped by major system: engine, transmission, torque converter, final drives, bulldozer, ripper, winch. Each section has its own index. You don’t flip through 700 pages blind.

Related manuals you might need: Caterpillar D8R 2001 Parts Catalog for later serial numbers, Caterpillar D8R 1998 Technical Manual – Factory Specs & Procedures for torque specs and repair procedures, and Caterpillar D8R 2001 Parts Catalog – 1086 Pages of OEM Part Numbers for an even more expanded parts breakdown.

Audience Fit: Who Needs This Manual?

If you own a D8R and you rebuild it yourself in your home garage, you need this. If you’re a small equipment repair shop that doesn’t want to pay dealer subscription fees, you need this. If you’re a fleet mechanic who’s tired of ordering three different seals before you get the right one, you need this. The part numbers are exact – no room for interpretation. This manual won’t tell you how to rebuild the transmission, but it will tell you exactly which rebuild kit to buy. Pair it with the factory technical manual, and you have a complete system.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the service manual for repairs?

No, this is the parts catalog – you need the technical manual for repair procedures.

What serial numbers are covered?

This catalog covers D8R machines with prefix 7XM (machine), 41Z (engine), 8YX (transmission), FH1, 2F, WP, 2XP (bulldozer variants), 1GH (ripper), 9EB (winch), and 95T8600 (torque converter). Each section gives the specific serial number range – some start at 1, others later. Check the group heading before ordering parts.

Does it include torque specifications?

No, torque specs are in the service manual. See Caterpillar D8R 1998 Technical Manual – Factory Specs & Procedures for that.

Can I use this to order parts for my D8R?

Yes, that’s its purpose. Use the exploded diagrams and part numbers. Always verify your machine’s serial number against the break listed in the catalog to avoid ordering an incorrect part.

Stop wasting time and money on parts that don’t fit. This factory catalog gives you the exact OEM part numbers for your D8R. Access the Factory Manual now and get back to wrenching. For context on why factory documentation standards matter, see the Automotive Industry Overview and Automotive Industry Overview.