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FIAT Kobelco 415 Parts Catalog – Factory OEM Ordering Guide

I’ve been turning wrenches for 28 years. I’ve lost count of how many times a bad aftermarket parts catalog cost a guy a Saturday. Wrong part numbers, missing revisions, drawings that don’t match — it’s a waste of money. This FIAT Kobelco 415 Parts Catalog is the real deal. 358 pages, printed by FIAT in 1967, and it’s the only set of numbers you should use when ordering parts for a 415 backhoe loader. If you’re restoring one or keeping it in service on a Texas ranch, put this on the bench next to your torque wrench.

Aftermarket catalogs are a gamble. This one isn’t.

FIAT Kobelco 415 Parts Catalog: What 358 Pages Actually Contain

Page 5 gives you the ordering rules in Italian — Norme per le ordinazioni. Page 6 has the warnings for using the catalog. If you don’t read Italian, flip to page 9 for the English version of “Use of the Catalog”. That tells you how the numbering system works. The catalog is split into subgroups (Sottogruppi) — each one has an exploded view (Tavola) with a parts list above it. You get bearings tables starting page 1T, electrical cable tables page 2T, and terminal lugs on page 6T. This isn’t a service manual — it’s a parts identification and ordering document. When you’re standing at the parts counter with a part number from this catalog, you won’t get the wrong item. I’ve seen guys order a fuel filter for a 415 only to find it doesn’t fit because they used a generic cross-reference. This catalog gives you the original FIAT number, and the dealer can look it up in their own system. That’s the only way to be sure.

Why Factory Catalogs Beat Aftermarket Reprints

Aftermarket reprints often scan faded copies and lose detail. I’ve seen part numbers blurred out or cropped off. This is a direct factory print — every number is legible. The model codes on orange paper (page 11) list 18 variants of the 415, from standard to France to vineyard (Vigneto) models. No aftermarket catalog takes the time to break it down that way. You get exactly the right part for your chassis code. That saves you a return trip to the parts counter and keeps your machine running.

Using the Validità dei Sottogruppi to Match Your Machine

Page 15 has a table called Validità dei Sottogruppi. It’s a matrix that tells you which subgroups apply to which model code. For example, if you have a 415 GL (code 21), look at subgroup A0.01 — the table shows “21” in that cell, meaning that group is valid for your model. Cross-reference this before ordering anything.

That table is critical.

3 Languages, One Set of Numbers

The catalog is printed in Italian, French, German, English, and Spanish. Page 2 has the copyright and language notes. Each language section has its own introduction, but the part numbers are universal. That means you can hand this to a mechanic anywhere in North America and they’ll find the right part.

Ordering the Right Part: Use the Part Number Index

The Indice dei numeri d’ordinazione starts on page 27. If you have a part number, look it up there to find the subgroup and page. If you don’t have the number, start with the subgroup index on page 19, find your group, then go to the exploded view. That’s the workflow. Don’t skip it.

For context on how FIAT’s agricultural division evolved, see the Automotive Industry Overview. The Automotive Industry Overview also covers post-war manufacturing practices that influenced this catalog’s design.

Related Manuals for Other FIAT Kobelco Models

If you work on other FIAT Kobelco machines, you might need FIAT Kobelco ED150, ED150-IE 2013 Parts Catalog OEM or FIAT Kobelco ED150, ED150-2 2009 Parts Catalog OEM Manual. For the LK650, we have FIAT Kobelco LK650-II 1992 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Specs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a service manual or a parts catalog?

It’s a parts catalog only. No repair procedures.

How do I know which model variant my 415 is?

On page 11 of the catalog, there’s a list of model codes printed on orange paper. You’ll see codes like 01 for standard 415, 02 for Germany, 03 for France, 11 for 415S with slow gears, 21 for 415 GL, and so on. Match your tractor’s serial number or original build sheet to one of these codes. Then use the Validità dei Sottogruppi table on page 15 to see which subgroups apply to your code. This tells you which parts are correct for your specific machine.

Can I use this catalog for a FIAT Kobelco 415-2 or later model?

This edition is for the 415 series only. Later revisions exist. Check the publication date – this is 1967, so it covers early production. If your machine has a serial number outside the range, you may need the next edition.

What tables are included at the end of the catalog?

Starting on page 1T, there are tables for bearings, electrical cables and their composition, cable protective tubes, and terminal lugs with insulating caps. These help you identify generic hardware like bearings by size and type.

That’s the straight story on this catalog. If you want to avoid ordering wrong parts and wasting money, get the real FIAT documentation. Access the Factory Manual from AutoRepairManuals and keep it in your shop. I guarantee you’ll use it.