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HMF MF 500 1968 Parts Catalog

If you’ve ever tried to order a replacement part for a 1960s HMF MF 500 loader without the factory part number, you know the headache. You call a dealer, they ask for a number, you guess, you get the wrong part, and the machine sits. That’s why this original 1968 HMF MF 500 1968 Parts Catalog matters. It’s the same book that Massey Ferguson’s own parts departments used. 260 pages of exploded diagrams, OEM part numbers, and group descriptions in both Italian and English.

Engine Overhaul from Assy to Cylinder Head

The catalog breaks the engine into seven sub-sections: Engine assy, Engine body, Cylinder head, Crankshaft, Head covers and rocker, Timing gears, and Auxiliary drive. Each sub-section has its own plate number (1 through 7). Page 4 of the catalog lists the entire group description in both Italian and English, so you can find exactly which plate covers the part you need. If you’re rebuilding the cylinder head, you’ll see every valve, spring, and gasket listed with its factory number. No guessing what fits.

What Parts Are Covered in the Track Frame Section?

Track frame parts are grouped under plates 61 through 67: Cross bar, Track roller frame and guard, Track adjuster, Idler front, Roller-Track, Roller-Track carrier, and Track. The track adjuster section starts on page 63. You get the OEM part number for the adjuster spring, the grease fitting, even the seal kit. For a home garage mechanic trying to tighten that loose track, having the correct adjustment component numbers saves you from buying the wrong rebuild kit from an aftermarket supplier. Those aftermarket catalogs often merge part numbers; this book gives you the original HMF spec.

3 Critical Sections for the Loader Attachment

The loader is covered in plates 81 through 89, plus the Ripper section (plates 93-98). You get the complete breakdown of the bucket (Benna), lift cylinders, control valve, and the driveline from the giunto cardanico (cardan joint) to the pump. If you’re replacing hydraulic hoses on the loader, the tubing section (plate 85) lists every tube and fitting by length and part number. The Ripper section includes the decalcomanie (decals) and contrappeso (counterweight) – yes, even the warning decal part number is there. That’s the level of detail a parts catalog needs when you’re restoring a machine from scratch.

Get the Right Power Shift Clutch Numbers

Power shift transmission takes plates 31 through 44. The clutches are plate 37. Each friction disc and steel plate has its own part number. If you’ve ever had a Power Shift transmission slip because someone installed the wrong clutch pack, you know why OEM numbers matter. This catalog also covers the torque converter, pumps, control valve, and all lines. For the final drive and sprocket (plates 42-43), the parts are cross-referenced to the frame and track frame sections. You can trace the entire driveline from the converter back to the sprocket tooth by tooth.

Ripper: Decalcomanie and Contrappeso – Why They Matter

Less common but essential if your MF 500 has a ripper: plates 93-98 cover the ripper frame, cylinder, hoses, control, counterweight, decals, gasket sets (serie guarnizioni), and tool kit (dotazione). The decals include safety warnings and model identification. If you’re restoring a vintage loader for a show or resale, having the correct decal placement from the factory drawing is the difference between a correct restoration and a mess. The counterweight parts list includes the bolts and brackets – none of which are standard hardware store items. They are HMF-specific.

Source Authenticity – OEM vs Aftermarket

This is a first-issue OEM parts catalog printed in June 1968 by Massey Ferguson (Publication No. 1431 710 M1). The binding is original, the drawings are photographic reproductions, and the part numbers are the same ones that show up on HMF’s dealer network. Aftermarket parts catalogs often combine multiple models, renumber parts, or skip obscure items like the cold starting group (plate 16). With this factory book, you get every part for the MF 500 tractor loader as designed. There is no substitute when you need a part number for that obscure fuel injection pump line or the cross bar bushing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use this catalog to find parts for other MF models?

No. This catalog is specific to the MF 500 loader only.

What if I don’t read Italian? The catalog is bilingual.

The table of contents on page 4 shows both Italian and English side by side. Each sub-section has a plate number (e.g., ’67 Track’) that corresponds to the illustrations. Even if you don’t understand Italian, the part numbers are numeric and the diagrams are visual. You can cross-reference with the English group description starting on page 5. The catalog is designed for international use, so you’ll be able to navigate it. The drawings use standard engineering symbols, and each part is labeled with its number. You’ll have no trouble finding what you need.

That’s the factory parts book. No aftermarket compilation. No re-labeled diagrams. 260 pages of OEM part numbers for the HMF MF 500 from 1968. Access the Factory Manual and get the right part the first time.