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Massey Ferguson MF-350 1968 Parts Catalog – Factory OEM Part Numbers & Diagrams

Ever order a part for a vintage MF-350 and get the wrong one because you trusted a third-party parts listing? I’ve been there. That’s why you need the original 1968 Massey Ferguson MF-350 1968 Parts Catalog – not a photocopy, not a scanned reprint, but the factory-issued document with all 287 pages of OEM part numbers and exploded diagrams. This is the same book dealers used in 1968 to order cylinders, seals, tracks, and electrical components. If you’re restoring a track excavator and want the part to fit the first time, this is the only source you can trust.

Engine Group: Motore Completo

The manual breaks the engine into six subsections: complete motor, crankcase, cylinder head, crankshaft, connecting rods and pistons, and valve timing. Each section shows the assembly in exploded view with every bolt, nut, and gasket called out by factory number. You’ll find the correct part for the injection pump, fuel filter, and oil pan gasket without guessing. On page 26 you get the full breakdown for the cylinder head assembly – valve guides, springs, retainers – all with OEM numbers that cross-reference to the Massey-Ferguson system.

Hydraulic Motor Assembly (Motore Idraulico)

Two pages cover the hydraulic motor casing and gearset. If your swing or travel motor leaks down, you need the exact seal kit and wear plate. Aftermarket catalogs often skip the internal thrust washers or list the wrong number. This factory catalog gives you the original part numbers for the motor gears and housing – no guesswork allowed.

Undercarriage Components (Cingolatura)

Track chains, sprockets, idlers, rollers – the undercarriage sections (60–67) cover everything from the track tensioner to the final drive reduction gears. If you’ve ever held up a track pin because the manual had the wrong pitch, you’ll appreciate that this catalog lists chain pitch and roller dimensions in millimeters as-factory. The decalcomania page (section 100) even shows the correct placement of warning decals.

7 Systems Covered in the MF-350 Parts Catalog

• Engine (Motore) – complete, block, head, crank, rods, timing
• Fuel system (Alimentazione) – injection pump, filters, tanks
• Lubrication (Lubrificazione) – oil pan, pump, filter
• Cooling (Raffreddamento) – water pump, radiator, thermostat
• Frame and swing circle (Telaio) – chassis, rotating table, center distributor
• Transmission (Trasmissione) – final reduction, swing reduction, shift controls
• Electrical (Impianto Elettrico) – batteries, wiring diagram, starter, alternator, lights

Factory OEM vs. Aftermarket Catalogs

Aftermarket parts books often reuse scanned images from later models, swap part numbers, or omit important revisions. This catalog was printed in October 1969 (3C-10/69) by Massey-Ferguson, issue 1431751 MI – Issue I – 9/68. Every illustration matches the original MF-350 Track Excavator. You’re not getting a generic reprint labeled for multiple models; you’re getting the exact document the factory used to support this machine. I’ve seen too many DIY guys order a seal that looked right in a third-party book but leaked because the cross-reference was off. Stick with the source.

Does This Parts Catalog Cover the Hydraulic Cylinders?

Yes. Sections 85 through 88 give you the full breakdown for the bucket cylinder, lift cylinder, tilt cylinder, and arm adjustment cylinder. Section 89 covers the cold oil reservoir, section 90 the hydraulic pump, and section 91 the main control valve. The tubing runs from pump to distributors and from distributors to cylinders are diagrammed in sections 95–97. If you’re rebuilding a cylinder, you need the correct piston seal and rod wiper – this catalog lists them.

Who Needs This 287-Page Parts Catalog?

If you’re a DIY owner working on a vintage MF-350 in your home garage, this catalog saves you the runaround of calling dealerships that no longer stock these parts. It gives you the OEM number you can search online or use at a salvage yard. Professional mechanics restoring a track excavator for a customer will bill more accurately when they can identify every component down to the snap ring. Beginners who are learning how to order parts for old equipment need the structure this book provides – a clear, numbered diagram with a corresponding parts list. The manual is bilingual (English/Italian) but the part numbers are universal.

Need a second source? Check the Massey-ferguson MF300 Parts Catalog – 607 Pages – Factory OEM for the smaller model, or the Massey-Ferguson MF500 Tractor Loader & Dozer Parts Book for heavier equipment. The Massey-Ferguson MF 450 S Parts Catalog 1978 covers later machines. For industry background on how these catalogs were developed, see the Automotive Industry Overview and the Automotive Industry Overview.

Q: Does this manual cover the MF-350 only?

A: Yes, it’s specific to the MF-350 Track Excavator.

Q: How do I use the part numbers in this catalog?

A: Each page shows an exploded diagram with reference numbers. Cross-reference to the part number list in the same section. Always quote the tractor identification number and the Massey-Ferguson cross reference part number when ordering, as stated on page 3 of the original manual. For example, if you need a hydraulic cylinder seal, find the cylinder group (section 85), locate the reference number for the seal in the diagram, then match it to the part number in the adjacent list. This is how dealers ordered parts in 1968 and it still works today. Don’t guess – use the factory system.

If you’re serious about getting the right parts for your MF-350 without the runaround, stop using aftermarket lists that waste your time. Access the Factory Manual and get the full 287-page catalog with every OEM part number and diagram for your machine.