Palfinger PK 4501 2008 Parts Catalog – OEM Parts Identification

Description

If you are rebuilding a PK 4501 and working from a third-party drawing or a photocopy of a photocopy, stop. You will order the wrong seal, the wrong bracket, and the wrong hose assembly. I have seen it happen in my shop more times than I want to count. The Palfinger PK 4501 2008 Parts Catalog is the only reference that gives you factory-issued part numbers, revision codes, and exploded views that actually match the crane on your lift. This is the same 274-page document the dealer uses when you call asking for a price on a stabilizer plate assembly.

PK 4501 Parts Catalog: What You Get

This is a genuine OEM spare parts list – the same one Palfinger issued in March 2008 for the PK 4501 hydraulic crane. The catalog covers every major assembly group. Section 010.0100, for example, shows the crane base (Kransockel R1,R2) with each bolt, shim, and weldment called out by Palfinger part number. Section 010.1700 covers the slewing system (Schwenkwerk) with the complete swivel, bearings, and seals. Every exploded diagram includes a table below it listing the item number, part number, description, quantity, and sometimes the superseded number. There is no guessing; you read the diagram, find the number, and order it.

Does This Manual Cover Every Bolt and Bracket?

Yes. The catalog is organized by functional groups: base mounts, extension boxes (Ausleger-R1, -R2, -R3X), pipework for slewing and stabilizers (Verrohrung), high-pressure filters, control consoles (Konsolen FL, H, RS 210, PVG 32), and the stabilizer cylinders (Abstützzylinder STZS3 and STZY3). Each group is broken down into individual subassemblies with their own exploded view and parts list. If you need the part number for the seal kit inside a STZS3 stabilizer ram, you will find it in the section covering those cylinders. The catalog also includes an index and abbreviation list (abkurzungen-symbole) to help you decode the German technical terms.

274 Pages of Exploded-View Diagrams

Two hundred and seventy-four pages of factory parts data. That is more than enough to cover every nut, washer, hose, and bracket on a PK 4501. Each page is a single high-resolution scan of the original Palfinger publication. The diagrams are clean, the part numbers are legible, and the callout lines actually point to the correct component – unlike some aftermarket reprints where the arrows float two inches off the part. Page 1 alone shows the full crane with callouts to every major assembly. From there you drill down into the detailed group sheets.

Order the Right Replacement Part the First Time

In my shop, we keep the OEM parts catalog open on a tablet next to the lift. When a customer brings in a PK 4501 with a leaky swing drive, we pull up the Schwenkwerk section, find the seal kit number, and have the new parts on order before the crane is even off the truck. The catalog saves you the back-and-forth of “is this the right part?” because you are looking at the exact drawing from Palfinger. No more measuring old seals with calipers and hoping the generic replacement fits. You get the factory spec.

Palfinger PK 4501: OEM Specs for Hydraulic Cranes

This catalog applies to PK 4501 cranes with serial numbers starting from 100076359 and above (valid from crane number listed on page 1). The crane is a hydraulic loader crane commonly mounted on trucks for material handling. If you are working on a crane built after March 2008, you need the revision that matches your production date. This 2008 edition includes all updates up to the print date. For earlier cranes, check the related manuals section below. The catalog uses Palfinger’s own numbering system – each part carries a 7-digit or longer factory code that ties directly to their supply chain.

Why a Factory Parts Catalog Beats Aftermarket Lists

I do not trust aftermarket parts catalogs for hydraulic cranes. Too many times I have seen a third-party drawing show an incorrect hose routing or omit a critical snap ring. The OEM catalog from Palfinger is the document their own assembly line uses. Every revision is tracked, every part number is verified against the actual production crane. When you see item 10 under section 010.1710, you know that part is what came on the crane from the factory. There is no approximation. If you are serious about keeping your PK 4501 in service – whether for a fleet or a single truck – this is the only parts list you should use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this catalog include torque specs or repair procedures?

No. This is a parts catalog, not a service manual. It lists part numbers, quantities, and exploded-view diagrams. For torque values and step-by-step disassembly, you need the matching service manual.

How do I read the exploded-view diagrams?

Each diagram has numbered callouts. Below the drawing is a table with item number, Palfinger part number, description (in German, English, and French), and quantity. Use the index at the front to find the section number for your crane component, then go to that page. The part number you need is the factory code – order it from any Palfinger dealer.

Can I print the PDF?

Yes. The file is a standard PDF without copy protection. You can print individual pages or the entire 274-page document. We recommend printing only the sections you need – the stabilizer group or the extension box – to keep your workbench clean.

What if my crane serial is older than the range listed?

This catalog applies to PK 4501 cranes with serial numbers from 100076359 onward. For earlier cranes, you need a different edition. Check the related manuals below for older Palfinger parts catalogs, or contact Palfinger with your crane serial number to get the correct publication.

Related Manuals

• PALFINGER CRANE PK 4501 Table of Contents 2006/09
• Palfinger PK 7501, PK 8501 2005 Parts Catalog | OEM Manual
• Palfinger PK19000 1996 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Manual

For a broader perspective on heavy equipment documentation, see this Automotive Industry Overview and also the Automotive Industry Overview.

If you need to repair or rebuild a PK 4501, start with the right parts data. This 2008 factory catalog gives you every part number, every revision, and every diagram you need to order correctly. Stop wasting money on wrong parts and return shipping. Access the Factory Manual now and get the OEM parts list on your screen.