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GEHL 2600 Parts Catalog – Factory OEM Parts Manual

Ordering a part for a GEHL 2600 loader without the original documentation is a fast track to a shelf full of wrong bolts. I’ve seen guys guess at part numbers and end up with a hydraulic pump that doesn’t fit, then blame the machine. This 44-page GEHL 2600 Parts Catalog is the one GEHL sent to dealers – the same book that tells you exactly which hexagon lock nut goes on the lift cylinder and which grade of cap screw secures the brake linkage. No aftermarket guesswork. No condensed reprint. Just factory part numbers, exploded views, and torque specs that match what came off the line.

Page 2 of this manual spells it out: you need the model number and serial number stamped on the plate located on the right side of the cross brace. That plate is there for a reason. Ignore it and you’ll be buying parts that don’t fit. The catalog uses the standard terminology – right and left are from the operator’s seat, looking forward. Ignition starter switch is on the right. “Front” is the leading side. They make it clear so you don’t order a left-hand part when you need a right-hand one. That kind of clarity saves you a return trip to the dealer and a wasted Saturday.

Engine and Transmission Parts Breakdown

Sections six and seven cover the engine – block, head, mounts, cooling. The transmission gets its own spread on pages 18-19. If you’re chasing a leak in the hydrostatic unit, there’s a dedicated section (page 29) for that. The Mechanical Brake (used after serial #1188) is on page 21, with every spring, shoe, and retaining pin called out. The Valve section – Lift & Tilt Valve – is on page 26. That’s where you’ll find the cartridge and spool parts for the hydraulics. Each exploded view has callouts that match the numerical index at the back (pages 37-39). Cross-reference the part number before you order.

44 Pages of Factory Spec Data

This isn’t a 20-page cheat sheet. It’s a full 44-page parts catalog that includes the inside front cover introduction, torque specifications inside the back cover, and a table of contents on page 1. Every fastener in the machine – cap screws, hex nuts, lock washers – is referenced with the abbreviations listed on page 2 (HHCS, HN, LW, etc.). Standard torques are given for Grade 5 bolts (cadmium or zinc plated) and the corresponding Grade B nuts. If you’ve ever snapped a bolt because you used the wrong torque value, you’ll appreciate having the factory chart right there.

What Parts Are Covered in This Catalog?

Everything bolted to the machine: Engine (pages 6-7), Transmission (18-19), Brake (21), console and controls (8-9), axle and drive (10-17 – split by serial number break at #1888), load arm (20), hydraulic cylinders (22-23), hydraulics (24-25), Lift & Tilt Valve (26), gear pumps (Borg Warner page 27, Webster page 28), hydrostatic transmission (29), electrical system (30-31), and optional accessories (32-36) including buckets, forks, grapple, and light kit. The numerical index lets you look up any part number in seconds.

Verify Part Numbers Against Serial Number

Ordering parts blind costs you time and money. That serial number break for the axle – used before #1889, used after #1888 – is exactly the kind of detail aftermarket catalogs get wrong. This OEM manual shows you the two different axle assemblies with separate exploded views. Same thing for the mechanical brake after serial #1188. You don’t need to guess. You pull the serial number, turn to the right page, and order the exact bolt or bushing. No wasted trips to the parts store.

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Torque Specs: Inside Back Cover Reference

Every cap screw or bolt in this catalog is Grade 5 unless otherwise specified. The torque chart lives on the inside back cover. You need to know the difference between a hexagon head cap screw and a socket head cap screw. The abbreviations table on page 2 gives you that. If you’re replacing a fastener on the lift arm or the valve stack, use the factory torque value. Don’t guess. I’ve seen stripped threads in a GEHL casting because someone used a spec from a generic table. That repair costs more than the manual.

Does this catalog include torque specifications?

Yes, the inside back cover has a standard torque chart for Grade 5 bolts.

How do I identify the correct part number for my GEHL 2600?

Locate the serial number plate on the right side of the cross brace. Write down the model number (2600) and the serial number. Turn to the numerical index (pages 37-39) or find the appropriate system section – engine, transmission, brake, valve – and match the exploded view to your machine. Pay attention to serial number breaks: the axle and drive changed after serial #1888, and the mechanical brake changed after serial #1188. Order the part number listed for your serial range. If the hardware is common (nuts, cap screws), use the attaching hardware table inside the back cover.

Don’t trust a scanned copy from some forum. Get the actual factory print. Access the Factory Manual and keep it in your tool box. When you need to order a part for the GEHL 2600, you’ll have the right number the first time.