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New Holland 1890, 1895, 1890S, 1890E3, 1890EN3 1979 Parts Catalog

I’ve been turning wrenches for 28 years, and I’ve seen more parts orders screwed up by aftermarket catalogs than I care to count. If you’re working on a New Holland 1890, 1895, 1890S, 1890E3, or 1890EN3 forage harvester from the 1979 era, you need the OEM parts catalog, not some scrambled third-party list. This is the real factory issue 11-79, 306 pages of the exact part numbers New Holland used on the line. No guessing, no cross-referencing with a dealer who doesn’t care. You get the exploded diagrams, the hardware listings, and the ordering codes straight from Sperry New Holland.

Let me tell you what’s inside: every group is broken down by section. Need the Brake group? Pages 100 through 106 cover the brake group, front and rear axles, final drive, and drive wheels. But you don’t just get a page number; you get the part numbers for brake linings, springs, and the hydraulic linkage. I’ve had too many guys try to fit a generic brake shoe and wonder why the stopping distance went to hell. This catalog gives you the factory spec, so you order the right part the first time.

Brake Group: Finding the Right Shoes

The brake group in this catalog covers models 1890 and 1895 base units. On page 100 you’ll find the front axle group combined with the brake components. The catalog lists the service part numbers for each component, including the hardware that mounts them. Here’s something most aftermarket catalogs skip: they separate hardware from the assembly, but this OEM catalog tells you exactly which bolts and washers go with each part. That matters when you’re rebuilding a brake actuator on a 1979 machine and you can’t afford a callback.

Engine Group Coverage: 1890 vs 1895

The Engine group is split by model. For the 1890, pages 192 through 195 cover the engine group, air cleaner, muffler, and radiator. For the 1895, it’s pages 196 through 200. Both include fuel lines, fuel tanks, and engine shielding. If you’re trying to find the correct water pump for a 1890 with a Wisconsin engine, you’ll see the part number right alongside the gasket set number. This catalog doesn’t dance around—it gives you the list of parts in numerical sequence as New Holland intended.

306 Pages of Factory Part Numbers

This isn’t a condensed version. It’s 306 pages covering everything from the cutterhead group (pages 16-19) to the hydrostatic drive group (pages 134-137). You get the inch and metric conversion chart on page 6, the length of cut chart on page 41, and the recommended parts guide on pages 286-288. That’s a lifetime of reference if you maintain a fleet of these harvesters. And because it’s the original 1979 issue, you see the part numbers that were used before any supersessions—critical for older machines where the modern replacements may not fit without modifications.

What Does This Parts Catalog Cover?

A lot of people confuse a parts catalog with a service manual. This is not a step-by-step repair guide. You don’t get torque specs or disassembly procedures. What you get is the absolute authority for part numbers: the exact bolts, bearings, seals, and assemblies that fit your machine. The catalog includes complete lists for the 1890S twelve-foot sickle bar unit, the 1890E3 and 1890EN3 corn snappers, and the base 1890/1895 forage harvesters. If you need to find a hydrostatic charge pump for a model 1890 (part #708642) or a steering cylinder (#126593), it’s in here. No generic interchange—these are the numbers that match the casting codes on your old parts.

Order the Correct Part Number Every Time

One of the most irritating things in this trade is ordering a part that doesn’t match. This catalog forces you to slow down and read the line. For example, the feed roll ejector group is split by serial number: on and below serial number for pages 62-63, on and above for pages 64-65. That’s the kind of specificity that keeps a job from turning into a half-day wait at the dealer counter. At the back, there’s a recommended parts guide for fast-moving items like knives and shear bars—saves you from flipping through every page when you already know what you need.

Why OEM Documentation Beats Aftermarket Reprints

I’ve tested aftermarket parts catalogs against this OEM document. The aftermarket ones frequently truncate pages, merge groups incorrectly, or leave out the hardware listing. This catalog was printed by Sperry New Holland in 1979 (issue 11-79) and it replaces all previous issues. That means every revision up to that date is baked in. If you’re restoring a machine that’s been cobbled together with mismatched parts, this is the Rosetta Stone. You can see the exact configuration New Holland shipped. It’s also invaluable when you’re ordering from a dealer who needs to verify supersessions—you bring the old part number, and they can cross it against the factory book.

Another thing: many online “reproduction” catalogs are just scanned PDFs with missing pages. The file we offer is clean—every page from 1 to 306 is present. You get the cover, the general information on ordering parts (including the note that left/right is from the operator’s seat facing forward), and the full table of contents. If you ever need to look up Automotive Industry Overview to understand how these harvesters fit into the broader equipment world, that’s fine, but for actual parts, stick with this catalog.

Related Manuals for Your New Holland Fleet

If you need additional reference materials, check out these OEM documents: New Holland 1890, 770, 890, 892, 1880 1976 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Specs. That covers earlier models with similar drivetrains. For the actual service procedures, see New Holland 1890S, 890, 1880, 880, 1880S Service Manual – 186 Pages. And if you work on balers too, Ford New Holland 853 1993 Parts Catalog – OEM Baler Manual is a solid addition.

For a broader context of why factory documentation matters in agricultural equipment, you can read Automotive Industry Overview on Wikipedia—but the real knowledge is in these pages. Don’t waste time hunting for part numbers on forums. Get the factory catalog.

Now, let’s be clear: I trust this manual because it’s the original OEM file, not a copy of a copy. If you want to keep your 1890 or 1895 running without fighting ill-fitting parts, this is the document to have open on your tablet next to the toolbox. You won’t find a more accurate source for 1979 New Holland forage harvester parts. Stop chasing aftermarket listings that don’t match. Access the Factory Manual and get the exact numbers you need.

Does this parts catalog include torque specs for the brake calipers?

No. This is a parts catalog, not a service manual. Torque specs are not listed anywhere in this 306-page document. You need the separate service manual for assembly torque values.

Will this catalog help me identify my 1890E3 corn snapper serial number range?

Yes. The catalog covers 1890E3 and 1890EN3 models and uses serial number splits for several groups (e.g., feed roll ejector, power sharpener). Look for the “on and below serial no.” notations throughout.

Can I use this to order parts for a 1895 with a different engine?

If your engine is the factory option covered in pages 196-200 (air cleaner, muffler, radiator, fuel lines), then yes. But if someone swapped a non-New Holland engine, this catalog won’t have those parts.

How do I interpret the hardware listings that aren’t illustrated?

Read page 2 of the catalog. It explains that common hardware not shown in the diagrams is listed in the description column, and the service part immediately preceding that hardware uses those items for mounting. The hardware is not included with the service part when ordered as a replacement.