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Massey Ferguson MF 8470, MF 8480 Parts Catalog – 641 Pages of Factory Specs

You’ve been there. Halfway through a top-end rebuild on a Massey Ferguson MF 8470 and the part you need has a worn-out casting number. Or you’re ordering a fan for an MF 8480 and the aftermarket catalog gives you a dimension that’s off by 10 mm. That’s lost time, lost money, and a tractor that sits. This Parts Catalog fixes that. It’s the same book the dealer parts counter uses – 641 pages of factory exploded diagrams and OEM part numbers. No guessing, no aftermarket interpretation.

Engine and Equipment Coverage – Page 010-0005

Turn to page 010-0005 and you’re looking at the engine assembly breakdown for both tractors. The MF 8470 uses engine part number V832961162; the MF 8480 uses V832961163. You get the starter motor 3823621M91, the belt 4275545M3 at 1950 mm, the fan 4274233M1 at 715 mm diameter. Every nut, washer, and stud is listed with the exact fastener specification – M8 x 35 hex socket screw, M10 nuts, locknuts. This is the level of detail you need when the parts counter clerk asks for the part number and you pull it straight from the catalog.

Alternator and Charging System – Page 010-0010

The alternator section starts on page 010-0010. It covers the mounting hardware, wiring harness, and pulley arrangement. You’ll find the correct alternator part number for both models, and the tensioner supports. No more swapping brackets from a different model year and hoping it lines up. The diagram shows every support bracket and the exact length of the adjusting strap.

Why a Factory OEM Catalog Beats Aftermarket

Aftermarket parts catalogs sometimes renumber parts or leave out superseded revisions. This is the original Massey Ferguson document – the one the factory printed. The part numbers here are the ones stamped on the casting. Cross-reference a 339402X1 nut (M10) and you know it’s the exact nut the assembly line used. When you’re ordering a clutch (3789258M1) for an MF 8470, you don’t want a generic substitute that slips under load.

Who Needs This Catalog

You’re a farm mechanic, a diesel tech, or a serious owner-operator. You’ve got a MF 8470 or MF 8480 in the shop, and you need the correct part number the first time. This catalog saves you the trip back to the dealership. It’s also useful for pre-purchase inspection – check that the engine serial number matches the parts listed for the correct ETA code.

Real-World Use Case: Ordering a Hydraulic Pump

Suppose your MF 8480 loses lift capacity. The service manual will guide you through diagnosis, but when you find a leaking seal, you need the part number for the pump assembly. This catalog shows the pump group, the O-ring kit, and the mounting hardware. You order once, it arrives right, and you’re back in the field.

Source Authenticity – Factory Print, Not a Copy

This is an official Massey Ferguson publication, not a scanned reprint from a third-party website. The page headers clearly state “Massey Ferguson MF 8470/8480 Tractor – 1637446” and reference drawing numbers like 1-WA06-022-B. The document carries the same drawing and part number continuity that the OEM service network relies on. When you see a part number like 4276881M3 for a support bracket, you can trust that it hasn’t been changed or renumbered.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this catalog include part numbers for the MF 8470’s hydraulic system?

Yes. The catalog covers the entire tractor – engine, transmission, hydraulics, PTO, steering, and electrical. Each section starts with an exploded diagram and a parts list with quantities and notes.

Can I use this catalog to order parts for the MF 8480?

Yes, the catalog covers both the MF 8470 and MF 8480. Where parts differ (for example, the engine part number), both are listed.

Related Manuals

• Massey-ferguson MF300 Parts Catalog – 607 Pages – Factory OEM
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