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SAME Deutz FAHR 26.6, 30.7 Workshop Manual – Factory Axle Overhaul Data

Working on Italian agricultural machinery without the factory documentation means you’re guessing on axle shims, backlash, and bolt torque. That costs you time and can wreck a 26.6 or 30.7 front axle. This is the original OEM SAME Deutz FAHR 26.6, 30.7 Workshop Manual – 413 pages of Italian factory procedures, not a third-party rewrite. You get the same print that SAME Deutz FAHR supplied to their authorized dealers. No translation errors, no aftermarket shortcuts.

Front Axle and Rear Axle: Two Core Chapters

Page 4 of the Manuale d’Officina lists the exact Carraro axle models for each tractor. The 26.6 uses a CA141154 front axle with a 29.05:1 reduction ratio and a CA141155 rear axle at 14.308:1. The 30.7 gets CA139970 front and CA141247 rear, same ratios. That kind of specificity is what you need when ordering bearings or setting pinion depth. The manual walks you through disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of both axles. You get shim selection data, seal installation depths, and the factory tightening sequences – not a generic procedure that skips the Italian-made Carraro differences.

What Axle Ratios Are Listed?

Exactly two ratios: front 29.05:1, rear 14.308:1. Those numbers come straight from the index on page 4. If your tractor has a different ratio, you either have a non-standard axle or an aftermarket swap. The manual doesn’t cover every possible configuration – it’s built for the production 26.6 and 30.7 models as shipped from the factory. Use that data to verify your ring-and-pinion set before you pull the carrier.

413 Pages of Factory Procedures

Thick enough to double as a doorstop, but every page is worth its weight in reference data. The preface explains that this publication is intended for technicians trained at the SAME Deutz FAHR mechanics school. That means the content assumes you know how to use a dial indicator and a torque wrench. You won’t find fluff explanations of basic tool use. Instead, you get step‑by‑step removal and installation sequences, wear limits, and hydraulic circuit checks for the power shuttle – all in Italian. If you can read technical Italian or rely on diagrams, you’ll be fine. The parts callouts are universal.

Understand the Carraro Axle Models

Carraro axles are common on European tractors but have specific quirks. The manual covers the front axle (ASSALE ANTERIORE) as a separate section and the rear axle (ASSALE POSTERIORE) as another. Each section includes exploded views and tightening torque tables. For example, the rear axle differential lock linkage adjustment is covered with a specific gap measurement. You don’t get that level of detail from a Chilton book. Stick with the OEM source for these components. The clutch preload and brake band adjustment also follow factory-only specs – page references are in the index, so you can find them fast.

Workshop Manual Scope

This manual covers the complete tractor, but the axle chapters are where it shines. You’ll also find engine removal procedures, fuel system data, and electrical schematics. However, the 413 pages focus heavily on the driveline because the 26.6 and 30.7 share the same Manual Transmission type and hydraulic shuttle. The wiring diagrams are factory-original, not redrawn by a third party. If you’re rebuilding a 30.7 transmission, cross-reference the Manual Transmission section with the axle chapter for clearance specs. The manual’s value is in the integration of all systems – you can trace a power loss from engine through clutch to axles without switching documents.

Why OEM Documentation Matters Here

I’ve seen aftermarket manuals claim to cover SAME Deutz FAHR tractors but copy the wrong axle ratio or skip the preload procedure. That leads to axle seal leaks within 50 hours. This is the original PDF scan from SAME Deutz FAHR Italia GmbH. The part numbers for Carraro seals and bearings are exactly what you’d get from a dealer. No guesswork. If you’re a technician or a serious owner, this is the reference you keep in the toolbox, not on a shelf. For related OEM tractor manuals, check the other factory sets:

• SAME Deutz-fahr 110, 130 Workshop Manual – OEM Factory Specs
• SAME Deutz-fahr 80, 105 Workshop Manual – Hydraulic Inversor Specs
• SAME Deutz-fahr 1000 Workshop Manual – Factory OEM Engine Specs

Is this manual in English?

The manual is the original Italian Manuale d’Officina. No English translation is included. Diagrams and torque values are universal.

Can I use this manual to rebuild the entire tractor?

Yes – the 413 pages cover engine, clutch, transmission, hydraulics, front and rear axles, and electrical systems. The axle sections are the most detailed because the Carraro units are unique to these models. You will need to read Italian or use a translation app for the text, but the exploded views and numerical data (torque in Nm, clearances in mm) are language-independent. For a full rebuild, this is the single source you need.

You’ve got the specs, the ratios, and the factory lineage. Access the Factory Manual and put it on your tablet or print the axle chapters for your bench. That’s the difference between a rebuild that lasts and one that comes back with a leak.