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New Holland 265 Parts Catalog

You ordered a knotter arm for a 265 Hayliner last week. Got the wrong one. The part number on the box matched some aftermarket list, but it didn’t fit. That’s money down the drain and a baler sitting idle. I’m Mike Callahan, 28-year ASE Master. I’ve seen this crap too many times. When you need a replacement part for a New Holland 265, you need the factory Parts Catalog – not a reprint, not a third-party compilation. This is the real thing: 113 pages, issued by Sperry New Holland in 1975, with the exact group breakdowns and part numbers that came off the line.

Group 17-26: Knotter and Twine Systems

That knotter assembly – it’s the heart of a baler. This catalog breaks down groups 17 through 26 with figure numbers and old-to-new part number updates. Page 2 of the manual shows an erratum list: Group 19 figure 27, old part number replaced by 727563 for the stop. Group 23 figure 37, knotter frame assy. changed from 566738 to 576738. If you order off a generic list, you get the obsolete number and a headache. This catalog keeps you current.

Erratum Page: Why It Matters

Page 2 is a full erratum. Sperry New Holland printed it because they knew part numbers changed. The catalog includes those updates. You don’t get that from a scanned copy that skipped the errata. I’ve seen guys install the wrong twine disk because their PDF didn’t have the corrected figure. This one does. Period.

113 Pages of Grouped Illustrations

Groups 3-10 cover the bale chamber, pickup, and feeding. Groups 11-13 the tying mechanism. 14-16 the ejector. 17-26 the knotter and twine. 27-28 the PTO and drive. 29-34 the frame and wheels. Each group has its own figure index. You find the part, you see the illustration, you get the OEM number. That’s what saves you a second trip to the dealer.

Who Needs This Catalog?

Anyone wrenching on a 265 Hayliner Baler. Doesn’t matter if you’re a full-time farmer or a weekend mechanic who bought a used baler. The parts diagram is your map. Without it, you’re guessing which needle assembly fits. I’ve had beginners call me because they ordered the wrong plunger head – they didn’t have the catalog. Save yourself that call. Get the factory breakdown before you open a wrench.

OEM vs. Aftermarket Documentation

Aftermarket parts lists are compiled from memory or copied from older editions. They drop figures, skip erratum, and sometimes list parts for a different model year – a 265 from 1973 is not the same as a 1975. This catalog is the actual factory issue 496983 from Sperry New Holland. You get the exact group numbers, figure numbers, and part descriptions printed by the division that built the machine. No guesswork. And if you want to cross-reference with modern agricultural standards, here’s a baseline: Automotive Industry Overview – but that’s background. The meat is in this catalog.

Related Manuals on This Site

If you’re working on the same machine but need a service manual for repairs, New Holland 265 Parts Catalog – Factory OEM Breakdown (81 Pages) is a related resource. For other baler models, check Ford New Holland 853 1993 Parts Catalog – OEM Baler Manual and Ford New Holland 568 1991 Parts Catalog – Factory OEM Manual.

FAQ

Does this parts catalog include torque specifications?

No. This is a parts catalog, not a service manual. You get part numbers and illustrations, not bolt torque values.

How do I use the group numbers to find a part?

Look at the group table on pages 4-5. For example, group 17-26 covers the knotter and twine system. Find your figure number in that group, then read the corresponding part number and description. The erratum on page 2 updates any old part numbers to current replacements. If you still can’t locate a part, the catalog includes the full Sperry New Holland contact from Aylesbury, England – but by now you’ll want to cross-reference with a dealer. The group structure is logical: start with the larger assembly (group) and drill down to the component (figure). I’ve used this exact same layout on hundreds of repairs – it works once you know the group your part falls under.

I’ve torqued bolts on equipment newer than this baler, but when it comes to ordering parts, the factory catalog is the only source I trust. Not a third-party DVD, not a knock-off scan. Original OEM print, 113 pages, direct from Sperry New Holland. Access the Factory Manual from AutoRepairManuals and get the part number right the first time.