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New Holland 855 1993 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Specs

I’ve been turning wrenches on ag equipment for 28 years. If you’re trying to rebuild a 855 round baler without the factory parts catalog, you’re burning cash and daylight. This isn’t a reprint or a third-party compilation – it’s the genuine 1993 New Holland 855 1993 Parts Catalog, 265 pages of OEM diagrams, exploded views, and part numbers that Ford New Holland put together. Skip the aftermarket junk that swaps a cylinder part number or mislabels a seal. This is the real deal.

CYLINDER ASSEMBLY: Page 1-117 and Beyond

Hydraulic cylinders on the 855 baler are not universal. The CYLINDER ASSEMBLY (page 1-117) covers the main hydraulic ram used in the tailgate and the twine wrapper groups. If you’re ordering a replacement, the catalog gives you the exact Ford New Holland number – not a cross-reference from some aftermarket house that guesses. I’ve seen too many guys install the wrong rod-end cylinder because they trusted a generic listing. You want the factory diagram. Page 1-117 shows it exploded with every seal and fitting.

Ordering Parts: The Factory Procedure

The manual opens with a section titled ORDERING PARTS (page 1-3). Ford New Holland was clear: use the Standard Dealer Order Form, telephone orders only for emergencies. That’s because a spoken part number gets misheard. You need the written diagram in front of you. Also note the GENERAL INFORMATION section – left and right are from facing direction of travel. Don’t screw that up on the pick-up group or you’ll order a mirror-image assembly.

Drive Groups: Why ASN and BSN Matter

Your 855 baler has a serial number break that decides which drive group you need. If the serial is ASN 680740, you want the drive group spread across pages 1-35, 1-37, 1-39, 1-41, and 1-43. If it’s BSN 680739, you need pages 1-27 through 1-33. The chain routes and idler pulley locations differ. Order the wrong one and you’ll spend a Saturday fighting a chain that’s too short or a sprocket that doesn’t line up with the gearbox. Pages 1-21 and 1-23 cover the 540 RPM gearbox assemblies – note the silicone rubber seal callout on those pages.

265 Pages: What’s Actually Inside

This isn’t a lightweight PDF. The TOC lists over 40 group sections: from JACK ASSEMBLY (page 1-9) to SPARE NET BOX BUNDLE (page 1-207). You get the PICK-UP GROUP (pages 1-49 through 1-59), TAILGATE GROUP (1-85 through 1-91), and the HYDRAULIC SYSTEM (1-71, 1-73). The electric and hydraulic twine wrapper options are covered in detail. There’s even an EPROM KIT (1-183) and a FULL BALE ALARM ATTACHMENT (1-163, 1-165). If you’re retrofitting a net wrap attachment, the NET WRAP ATTACHMENT section (1-103 to 1-109) gives you the roll, black, GT net wrap part number. Ford New Holland 853 1993 Parts Catalog and Ford New Holland 568 1991 Parts Catalog cover other models, but for the 855 this is the only factory source.

Why the 1993 Print Beats Aftermarket Copies

Aftermarket parts catalogs often redraw diagrams or omit hardware callouts. This manual was printed by Ford New Holland Inc. in February 1993. The diagrams are crisp, the part numbers are the original alphanumerics, and the “common hardware not illustrated” rule (page 1-3) is explained so you know what bolts come with which assembly. No reprint shop tells you that. If you’re a home garage mechanic or a shop owner, you need the exact same document the dealer used. Ford New Holland 1915 Tractor 1993 Parts Catalog – Section: Supplement is a related supplement, but for the baler, this catalog stands alone. Understanding how OEM documentation works in the Automotive Industry Overview context helps, but factory parts catalogs are built for one thing: getting you the right part the first time. Automotive Industry Overview principles apply, but here you have the actual spec.

FAQ

Does this catalog include the hydraulic system?

Yes. Pages 1-71 and 1-73 cover the main hydraulic system.

What’s the difference between ASN and BSN in the drive groups?

ASN 680740 and BSN 680739 are serial number prefixes that determine which drive group your baler uses. The manual separates them into different page ranges because the chain routing and pulley positions are not interchangeable. If you order parts for the wrong serial break, you’ll end up with a drive that doesn’t mesh with the gearbox. Always check your machine’s serial tag before referencing the drive group pages. The catalog lists both, but you have to pick the correct one based on your baler’s build number.

Can I use this to order parts for my 855 baler today?

Yes. The part numbers are the original Ford New Holland numbers. Some may have been superseded, but the manual gives you the starting point. Always check the Historical Reference List before ordering.

Is this a reprint?

No. It’s the original 1993 factory manual, not a copy or scan from a third party.

If you’re serious about keeping that 855 in the field, buy the manual. Don’t waste time hunting for part numbers on forums or trusting aftermarket catalogs that swap cylinder specs. Access the Factory Manual – it’s the only reference that matches the baler Ford New Holland built.