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Clark-hurth 35C, 55C, 45C Parts Catalog – Factory Specs for Tractor Shovels

If you’ve ever had a machine down waiting on a part that didn’t match the casting number, you know the frustration. That’s where the Clark-hurth 35C, 55C, 45C Parts Catalog comes in. 406 pages of factory part numbers, serial number breaks, and clear illustrations. No aftermarket translations, no fuzzy reprints. You get the same parts listing the dealer uses. I’ve been wrenching on heavy equipment since before most of you were born, and I can tell you straight: using a non-OEM parts list is a gamble you don’t want to take when the hourly rate on a 55C is north of $400.

What This Parts Catalog Covers (35C, 45C, 55C Tractor Shovels)

This manual covers the Michigan tractor shovel models 35C, 45C, and 55C. Each model has its own machine serial number range, and the catalog breaks them down by engine type: Detroit, Perkins, and Cummins. You’ll find part numbers for the entire drivetrain, hydraulic system, axles, transmission, and bucket linkage. The exploded-view drawings are clear enough to identify the exact stud or seal you need. I’ve used this catalog on a 35C that had been cobbled together with mismatched parts – the factory numbering sorted it out in ten minutes.

3 Reasons You Need the OEM Parts List

First, aftermarket parts catalogs often consolidate multiple years into one vague list. This catalog gives you the specific revision for your serial number. Second, the illustrations show how parts nest together – you can spot a missing spacer or washer before you order. Third, warranty coverage matters. Page 4 of this manual prints the Clark warranty verbatim. If you’re a shop owner covering a repair, you want the official part number on the invoice. Aftermarket cross-references don’t hold up in a warranty audit.

Serial Number Ranges – Verify Your Machine

Before you order, check your machine’s serial number. The catalog lists: 35C Detroit 472A, 35C Perkins 458A, 45C Detroit 473A, 45C Perkins 459A, 55C Cummins 481A and 481B, 55C Detroit 480A and 480B. Each model has a unique parts breakdown. Don’t assume a 55C from 1980 uses the same pinion gear as a 55C from 1985 – this catalog calls out the difference. Write your serial number on page 2 where the manual tells you to. Do it before you start flipping pages.

Ordering Parts: Factory Procedure

When you open this catalog, start with the model number and engine type. Find the section for the assembly you’re working on – say, the torque converter or the differential. Each drawing has a reference number tied to a parts list. Order using that number. I’ve seen guys eyeball a part and order a “looks close” item – that’s how you get a machine that won’t shift. Use the OEM number. If you need the matching service manual, grab the Clark 35C Wheel Loader Parts Manual for the full procedure. For the 55C, the CLARK 55C Parts Catalog covers the later revisions. And if you’re working on a newer Clark-hurth, the Clark-hurth L320 1991 Parts Catalog – 690 Pages OEM Specs has you covered.

How This Catalog Saves You Time

You can waste a full shift trying to match a part by eye or by measuring threads. This catalog eliminates that. Flip to the relevant page – the indexing is by major assembly. Each page lists the part number, description, and quantity per machine. The drawings are not fuzzy photocopies; they’re original factory art. If you’re rebuilding a differential on a 45C, you’ll see every shim and bearing. The page numbers run sequentially across all three models, so cross-referencing is straightforward.

Torque values? No, this is a parts catalog, not a service manual. But I’ll tell you where to find them: you need the corresponding shop manual for your machine. The Automotive Industry Overview has some general references, but for Clark-hurth, stick to factory documents. For engine internals, the Internal Combustion Engine fundamentals apply, but the specific bolt torques come from the Clark service manual. Don’t use generic spec sheets – I’ve seen heads lift because someone used a chart from a pickup truck.

Durability of the Document

This is a digital scan of the original PM-3150 parts manual. 406 pages, searchable, printable. Keep it on your shop tablet or print the pages for the job. No more greasy paper originals that fall apart. The scan is high enough resolution to read the part numbers without magnifying. I printed the transmission section for a 55C rebuild and had it laminated – still legible after a week of ATF spray.

Q: Does this catalog include torque specifications for fasteners?

No. That data is in the service manual for each model.

Q: How do I know if my machine’s serial number falls within the covered range?

The catalog lists specific serial number prefixes for each engine–model combination on page 2. For example, 35C Detroit starts at serial 472A. If your machine is outside those ranges, some parts may differ. You can still use the exploded views as a reference, but verify with the dealer or a later revision. The Clark-hurth parts system changed in the late 1980s, so early 35C units might have different hydraulic pump mounts. Always cross-check the casting number on the part against the illustration. I’ve had customers order a brake piston based on the drawing, only to find the later-style caliper uses a different seal. This catalog covers the original production runs – we have supplemental catalogs for later updates. Contact us if you’re unsure.

Every shop that touches Clark-hurth equipment needs this parts catalog on the bench. 406 pages of OEM data beats three aftermarket websites every time. Access the Factory Manual from AutoRepairManuals and keep your tractor shovels moving.