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Manitou M30, M40, M50 2007 Parts Catalog

If you have ever ordered a part for a Manitou forklift and ended up with the wrong one, you know the frustration. That waste of time and money comes from trusting aftermarket parts lists or guessing based on a photo. This is the actual factory Manitou M30, M40, M50 2007 Parts Catalog – the same document a dealership parts counter uses. 368 pages, OEM print, no reprints. It covers the M30, M40, and M50 models with hydrostatic and 4-speed transmissions, Tier II engines, and serial numbers 750819 and above including poultry truck variants. If you work on these forklifts in North America, this is the reference you need anchored to your workbench.

Pictorial Contents: Find Parts by Sight

The catalog opens with a pictorial index – page 1 starts with a full diagram of every major assembly. You don’t need to know the part name. You look at the picture, find the component, and get the item number. This is faster than digging through text indexes when you have a greasy part in your hand. The pictorial sections cover the entire machine: engine, transmission, drivetrain, mast, hydraulics, cab options. Each illustration has an item number that maps directly to a parts list with the OEM part number and quantity. No guesswork.

Alphabetical Contents and Parts Index: Two Ways to Locate Any Part

The alphabetical contents list every component by name – from “Accelerator Pedal” to “Wheel Stud.” If you know the English name, you can go straight to the page. The parts index at the back cross-references every part number across the entire catalog. Need to find where a specific hydraulic fitting appears? One lookup in the index shows every illustration page that uses that part. This is the kind of cross-referencing that third-party manuals skip because it costs too much to compile. Manitou did it right.

What Does the Forklift Model Description Tell You?

Page 3 of the catalog explains the model code. M30-2HL 100 means 6,000 lb capacity, 2WD, hydrostatic transmission, frame leveling, 100-inch cab height. M50-4 means 10,000 lb, 4WD, 4-speed transmission. If you order parts for a 4-speed transmission on a hydrostatic model, you will get the wrong clutch pack. The model description table takes the guesswork out of verifying what you have. Check the serial number plate inside the cab and the transmission ID plate on the left side of the transmission – both are shown on page 4. This catalog also tells you to look for silver wheels and black axles on Tier II models. That kind of visual clue saves hours when you are looking at a used machine.

Powertrain Component Identification – Serial Numbers and Plates

Page 4 is a full-page diagram of every identification plate location on the M-Series Tier II: engine serial number (right side of block), hydrostatic pump plate (bottom of pump), front drive axle plate, rear steer axle plate, mast serial number. If you need to order a replacement axle, you must have the axle serial number, not just the forklift serial number. This catalog shows you exactly where to find each one. The Turner 4-speed transmission identification plate location is also shown. Without this page, you might order a part based on the forklift model only to discover the axle was swapped years ago. Now you can verify.

General Information: How This Catalog Works

The general information section on page 5 states the purpose: provide illustrations for identifying and ordering parts. It also warns that the illustrations may not show the exact shape – you are expected to verify by part number and description. Each parts page has an “Items” column with item number, part number, description, and quantity. If you need more detail about engine internals, the Manitou M30 M40 M50 Forklift Operators Service Manual covers repair procedures and torque specs. For a newer model year, check the Manitou M30 M40 M50 2010 Service Manual – OEM Factory Repair. And if you want the same parts catalog for a different serial range, the Manitou M30, M40, M50 Parts Catalog – 336-Page OEM Reference is also available. For a technical overview of the Tier II diesel engine used in these models, see this Wikipedia article on diesel engines or this Wikipedia article on diesel engines.

One thing I want you to understand: this is not a repair manual. It does not have torque values or step-by-step removal procedures. It is a parts catalog – the document you use to order the correct clutch, hydraulic line, seal, or bracket. Pair it with a service manual and you have everything you need to keep a Manitou running. The catalog covers both hydrostatic and 4-speed transmissions, all cab heights (77, 81, 100 inch), and frame leveling options. If your forklift serial number falls outside the range listed, contact Manitou North America – the page 1 note tells you exactly how.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this catalog cover the M30, M40, and M50 models only?

Yes. It covers the M30, M40, and M50 forklifts with Tier II engines, serial number 750819 and above. Poultry truck variants are included up to serial 752092.

Can I use this to repair my engine?

No. This is a parts catalog. It shows exploded views and part numbers. For repair procedures and torque specs, you need the separate service manual for the M30 M40 M50 series.

What transmission types are included?

Both hydrostatic and 4-speed/converter transmissions are covered. The model code tells you which you have. Page 3 has the full explanation.

How do I find the correct part number if I don’t know the name?

Use the pictorial contents at the front. Flip through the illustrations until you see the part. Note the item number, then go to the corresponding parts page. The index also works if you know a partial number.

I have been turning wrenches since before electronic parts catalogs existed. I trust a paper factory catalog over a PDF from an aftermarket site any day. This 368-page OEM document from 2007 is the real thing. Every part number was verified by Manitou engineers. If you maintain or repair these forklifts, stop relying on aftermarket parts lists and get the factory reference. Access the Factory Manual and keep it in your shop – you will save time and avoid ordering the wrong parts.