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Sperry New Holland 295 Parts Catalog – 113 Pages of Factory Parts Data

If you’re wrenching on a Sperry New Holland 295 baler and you’ve ever ordered the wrong bearing or needle because the aftermarket listing looked close, you know the pain. That’s a machine that sits until you get the right part. This Parts Catalog — 113 pages, issue 497018, printed in 1980 — is what the dealer used. It lists every nut, bolt, spring, and seal with the original Sperry New Holland number. No translations, no “compatible with” nonsense. You get the factory exploded view and the part number that matches the casting. That saves you a return trip and keeps the baler running.

Parts Breakdown for the Sperry New Holland 295

This catalog covers the entire machine from the pickup to the knotter. The pages are grouped by section — you’ll find assemblies labeled with reference letters and numbers. For example, the pickup tine assembly shows each tine arm, the cam track, and the roller bearings. Every part has a line number and a corresponding note in French, German, Spanish, Italian, and Dutch. Sperry New Holland printed this as a multilingual service parts catalogue because these balers worked all over Europe. That means you get the same part number whether you’re reading the English column or the German one. No guesswork.

What Does a Parts Catalog Do for You?

A service repair manual tells you how to take something apart. A parts catalog tells you what to put back in. If you’re rebuilding the pick-up head and you need the correct needle bearing, you flip to the pick-up section, find the exploded view, and read the part number. Then you order that number. That’s it. No measuring, no “will this fit?”. The catalog also includes important ordering instructions: machine type, serial number, tire dimensions, and the exact part number and quantity. Ignore those and you’ll get the wrong parts. Sperry New Holland put those instructions on page 5 — read them.

113 Pages of Factory Part Numbers

113 pages doesn’t sound like much, but each page is dense with exploded diagrams and parts tables. The sections are numbered with prefixes: A3, A4, A5, B1, etc. You’ll find everything from the main drive chain to the hydraulic cylinder seals. The catalog replaces earlier issue 496894, so if you have an older copy, this one supersedes it. Sperry New Holland updated the part numbers for the 295 baler. Don’t rely on a photocopy of a photocopy — get the official issue.

Order the Right Parts Every Time

When you call a dealer or search online, you need the Sperry New Holland 295 part number. Aftermarket catalogs list cross-references, but they can be wrong. I’ve seen a “same as” part that was two millimeters too short on the shoulder. That’s a day lost. This factory catalog gives you the exact original number. Use that number to order. If you’re buying used parts, the number tells you what you need. Also check the note column — sometimes (B) means a modification applies, and the footnote explains it. Skip that footnote and you might get the old part that doesn’t fit. Page 3 shows the page index; use it.

Sperry New Holland 295: Why OEM Documentation Matters

Aftermarket parts catalogs are compiled from guesswork and old data. Sperry New Holland printed this catalog from their own drawings and engineering releases. The division was in Longvic, France, and they built the 295 baler to a spec. The OEM document is the only one that guarantees the part number matches the machine as it left the factory. If you’re restoring a 295 or keeping one in the field, this is the reference. The current Automotive Industry Overview covers similar principles: the closer you stick to original specs, the less down time. For the baler, that means using factory part numbers.

Can I use this parts catalog to repair the baler?

No. This is a parts catalog, not a service manual. It lists part numbers and exploded views. You’ll still need a repair manual for removal and installation procedures.

Do the exploded diagrams show torque values or adjustment specs?

No. The diagrams are for part identification only. Torque values and adjustments are in the service repair manual. The catalog does include important notes about modifications and superseded parts — those are in the “N.B.” column on each page. For example, if a part has been replaced by a different design, the footnote will tell you. Ignoring that note means you might order a part that no longer fits. I’ve seen guys order a flywheel key from the old listing and wonder why it wobbled. The catalog also tells you how to read the page numbers: they use a letter-number system (e.g., B1, C10) that corresponds to the sections. Page 2 of the catalog has a key to those codes. Spend five minutes learning the layout and you’ll save an hour flipping pages. The catalog is printed in four languages, but the part numbers are the same — just read the number. If you’re looking for a specific assembly, the index at the front (pages 2-3) lists the sections. The baler has sections for the pick-up, feeder, plunger, knotter, and more. Each section starts with a letter prefix. For example, the knotter section is around pages 56-73. That’s where you’ll find the needles, twine disc, and wiper arm parts. The catalog also includes a list of changes between issue 496894 and this issue 497018. If your baler is older, check that list — some part numbers were updated to improve durability.

If you work on older equipment, check the related parts catalogs: Sperry New Holland OM 352 Parts Catalog – 48 Pages of Factory Parts Data and Sperry New Holland OM 352 Parts Catalog – 66 Pages and Sperry New Holland OM 401 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Parts Data. Each one is specific to its model and built from the same factory source. And for broader context on why OEM documentation beats aftermarket, see Automotive Industry Overview. Now stop guessing and stop ordering wrong parts. Access the Factory Manual and get the right part numbers tonight.