Description

Palfinger PC 2300 1998 Parts Catalog

Nothing kills a job faster than ordering the wrong seal or cylinder kit for a crane. I’ve seen guys tear down a whole boom section only to find out the part they ordered was for a different revision of the PC 2300. That’s billable hours down the drain. This Palfinger PC 2300 1998 Parts Catalog is the exact same 110-page factory document the dealer uses. It’s not a reprint or a third-party compilation. It’s the OEM file, originally issued in January 1999 (valid from crane number DE 644), with part numbers in German, English, and French. If you’re maintaining one of these hydraulic cranes, this is the only source you should trust for ordering.

What This 110-Page Catalog Covers

The table of contents is laid out by sub-assembly groups, not by generic categories. Each section starts with an index page then breaks into detailed exploded views with corresponding part numbers. Groups include:

• Kransockel (crane base) – 0230-010.0100 through 010.0300
• Verrohrung-Schwenkantrieb (piping/slewing drive) – 0230-020.0100 to 020.0801
• Öltank (oil tank) – 0230-030.0100 to 030.0400
• Steuerventil (control valve) – multiple variants including MH, EH, OS, Hydrocontrol
• Steuerung (control) – 0230-070.0100 to 070.0501
• Kransäule (crane column) – 0230-080.0100 to 080.0101
• Hubzylinder (lifting cylinder) – 0230-090.0100
• Hauptarm (main boom) – 0230-100.0100 to 100.0401
• Schubarme (boom extensions) and Schubzylinder (extension cylinders) – multiple sub-sections
• O-ring table at the very end

Each section has its own page range. The index on page 2 gives a quick overview of the entire structure. When you need a part for the control valve block, go directly to 0230-040 group.

Index and Part Number Structure

Palfinger uses a numeric system tied to the crane model. The prefixes like 0230-020.0600 tell you exactly which assembly you’re in. This catalog matches those numbers to the factory drawings. The vorwort (foreword) explains abbreviations and symbols – don’t skip that page. It clarifies how to read the part callouts and whether a part is sold as a kit or individually. The section f.ersatzteilbestellung (spare parts ordering) gives official instructions for placing an order. If you’ve ever been told “that part number doesn’t exist” by a parts counter, it’s because they were looking at a generic list. Use the factory cross-reference and you’ll get the right piece.

O-Ring Table and Seal Sizing

One of the most valuable pages in this catalog is the o-ring table at the back. On hydraulic cranes, a leaky o-ring can bring the whole boom down. This table lists dimensions and part numbers for every o-ring used in the PC 2300. It’s not a generic o-ring chart – it’s specific to this crane. Match the ID and cross-section with the drawing, and you order the exact seal. That alone has saved me a return trip to the parts store more times than I can count.

Why an OEM Palfinger Parts Catalog Beats Aftermarket

Aftermarket parts catalogs for the PC 2300 often use photos of different crane years or combine multiple models. The result? You end up with a part that looks right but has a different bolt pattern or thread pitch. This is a factory 1998 release – it covers the PC 2300 from crane number DE 644 onward. The drawings are exact, the part numbers match the production runs of that era. I’ve seen too many guys order a boom extension cylinder based on an aftermarket listing and then find out the port orientation is reversed. Don’t risk it. This document is the factory standard.

Audience Fit: Who Needs This Catalog

If you own, operate, or maintain a Palfinger PC 2300 hydraulic loader crane, this catalog is for you. It’s especially useful for fleet maintenance shops, heavy-equipment rebuilders, and mobile crane techs who need to source parts fast. Home-shop guys tackling a crane refurbishment will also benefit – the exploded views show how every assembly goes together, even if you’re not fluent in German. The diagrams are clear enough to identify fastener positions and seal orientations. Pair this with the corresponding service manual for torque specs and repair procedures, and you have a complete workshop solution.

Other Palfinger catalogs you might need:

• Palfinger PK 7501, PK 8501 2005 Parts Catalog | OEM Manual
• Palfinger PK19000 1996 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Manual
• Palfinger PK 18002 EH 2009 Parts Catalog – Factory OEM Spare Parts

For context on why factory documentation is critical in the Automotive Industry Overview, the same principles apply to construction equipment: exact specifications prevent costly errors. Automotive Industry Overview provides background on manufacturing standards that guide OEM parts numbering.

FAQ

Does this catalog cover all PC 2300 cranes regardless of year?

The catalog is valid from crane number DE 644 onward, issued in 1999 for 1998 model. Earlier cranes may have different part numbers. Check your crane serial number against the validity note on page 1.

Is the o-ring table detailed enough to order from?

Yes. It includes inner diameter, cross-section, and the official Palfinger part number. You can order directly from that table.

Can I use this catalog for a PC 2300 with MH control vs EH?

The catalog includes separate sections for MH (mechanical hydraulic) and EH (electric hydraulic) control valves, plus OS and OM overload protection variants. Your specific configuration is covered as long as it falls within the valid crane number range.

What language is the catalog in?

It is trilingual: German, English, and French. The part descriptions are in all three languages; the drawings use universal callout numbers.

Don’t let a wrong seal or cylinder hold up your job. This OEM parts catalog for the Palfinger PC 2300 gives you the exact factory part numbers from 1998. Access the Factory Manual now and get your crane back in service.