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New Holland 268 Parts Catalog – Factory OEM Baler Manual

If you are ordering parts for a New Holland 268 baler and relying on aftermarket parts catalogs, you are burning money and time. I have seen guys order a plunger head from a cross-reference list and end up with the wrong casting because the aftermarket drawing skipped the revision letter. This is the factory Parts Catalog – 78 pages of OEM part numbers, exploded group drawings, and a hardware index that tells you exactly which bolt goes where. No guesswork, no second-guessing. You get the same document the dealer parts counter uses.

Tongue Hitch to Hardware Index: 78 Pages of OEM Parts Data

This manual covers every group on the baler, from the tongue hitch and jack assembly (pages 4-5) all the way through the hardware index (pages 68-70). The TOC lists 22 major groups: Flywheel and Gearbox (page 6-7), Plunger Group (10-12), Knotter Group for twine-tie models (16-19), Pick-up Drive (22-23), Feeder Group (28-30), and the Twister Group for wire-tie models (50-54). Each group comes with an exploded view and a table of part numbers. If you need the pin for the knotter latch, the reference number and OEM part number are right there. No flipping between sections.

Flywheel, Gearbox, and Connecting Rod Group: Part Numbers You Can Trust

Page 6-7 covers the flywheel and gearbox assembly. The aftermarket catalogs I have seen list a “flywheel key” that does not match the New Holland 268 spline profile. This catalog gives you the exact New Holland part number – no cross-reference, no “equivalent.” You get the factory locknut size, the correct bolt grade, and the washer thickness. The connecting rod group is tied directly to the plunger group (page 10-12). When you call the dealer with the OEM number from this manual, they will hand you the right part. End of story.

Plunger Group: What the Exploded View Shows

The plunger group covers pages 10 through 12. It is not just a list of parts – the exploded view shows how the plunger head, bearings, and knife section stack together. If you are rebuilding the plunger after a broken shear pin incident, you need to know which thrust washer goes where. The catalog provides the reference numbers, part numbers, and quantities. For example, item 14 on the plunger group drawing is the knife section; the part number is listed with the required number of bolts, lockwashers, and nuts. That kind of detail saves you from ordering a partial kit.

OEM vs Aftermarket: Why Factory Specs Matter

I have seen aftermarket parts catalogs that list the same part number for both the wide-tine pick-up (page 24-26) and the close-set tine pick-up (page 24A-26A). New Holland made two different pick-up assemblies – the wide tine uses a different reel arm and cam track. The OEM catalog separates them clearly with dedicated pages. The Hardware Index (page 68-70) lists every bolt, nut, washer, and cotter pin used on the baler. It is organized by part number, so you can look up any bolt and see exactly where it goes. Aftermarket catalogs skip the hardware index. That is why you end up with a 3/4-inch bolt when you needed a grade-8 shoulder bolt. This manual eliminates that headache.

3 Reasons to Use the Numerical Index and Hardware Index

First, the Numerical Index on pages 61-67 lists every part number in the catalog with its page reference. If you have a part number from an old receipt but cannot remember which group it belongs to, look it up in the index. Second, the Hardware Index on pages 68-70 groups all common hardware (bolts, nuts, washers) by part number, giving you the size and usage. Third, when you are cross-referencing a part from another machine – say a Ford New Holland 853 1993 Parts Catalog – OEM Baler Manual or a Ford New Holland 568 1991 Parts Catalog – Factory OEM Manual – you can quickly check whether the bolt is shared. The index saves hours of digging through bins.

Who Needs This Parts Catalog?

If you own a New Holland 268 Super Hayliner baler, you need this catalog. It targets owners, farm mechanics, and dealer parts departments. The content is purely parts identification – not service procedures. You pair it with the service manual for torque specs and adjustment steps. But for ordering the right bearing, chain, or knife section, this is your reference. The audience is anyone who has ever received the wrong part and spent a whole afternoon returning it. That includes DIY baler owners who rebuild their own knotter assemblies and farmers who maintain a fleet of New Holland equipment.

Source Validity: This Is the Factory Document

This is a direct scan of the official New Holland Parts Catalog, not a third-party compilation. The part numbers match what you will get from a New Holland dealer. Every exploded view is the original factory artwork, not a redrawn version prone to errors. I have seen aftermarket catalogs that omit the note about serial number breaks (see page 2: asterisks for serial number changes on items like the jack assembly). This catalog preserves those details. If you want to verify, cross-check a part number from the catalog against your baler’s serial number. It will match. Automotive Industry Overview gives background on why OEM documentation matters, but this manual is the real deal.

FAQ

Does this catalog include torque specifications or repair procedures?

No. This is a parts catalog, not a service manual. Order the separate New Holland 268 service manual for torque values and troubleshooting.

How do I locate a specific part number in this 78-page document?

Use the Numerical Index starting on page 61. It lists every OEM part number alphabetically/numerically with the page where the part appears. For example, if you need the part number for a cable clamp (item 15 on page 2), you can find it in the index under “Cable Clamp” or by its reference number. The Hardware Index on page 68 then gives you the size and grade for bolts and nuts. I recommend printing the index pages and taping them to your toolbox.

Stop wasting paychecks on wrong parts and return shipping. Access the Factory Manual now and get the exact OEM part numbers for your New Holland 268 baler. Pair it with the Ford New Holland 1915 Tractor 1993 Parts Catalog – Section: Supplement for cross-machine parts. This is the only catalog that belongs on your workbench.