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Volvo Trucks 85 III Parts Catalog

If you’ve ever ordered a part for an Volvo Trucks 85 III tractor shovel and got the wrong piece because some aftermarket catalog swapped illustration numbers, you know the pain. I’ve been that guy staring at a bucket cylinder that doesn’t match the mounting bracket. This Parts Catalog is the factory document – 164 pages of nothing but the real grids, illustration numbers, and write-up flags that tell you exactly which part goes where. No guesswork. No third-party redraws that shift a bolt hole by 3 mm.

Parts Breakdown: Engine Controls and Air Cleaner

Page 1 of this catalog lists the engine controls grid – grids like 1A5 (Engine Controls TP2315) and 1A6 (Engine Controls-Model 4022 TP2198). Each line also shows whether the illustration is included (Write Up column marked Yes or No). That matters because some aftermarket catalogs skip the illustration and give you a part number that doesn’t match. The original file name – Volvo_85_III_Parts_Catalog_en-81014020260.pdf – tells you this is the real factory release, not a scanned copy of a copy.

Why the Illustration Number Matters

Look at grid 1B1: Air Cleaner TP2143 with a Yes in Write Up. That means the page shows you the assembly drawing. Compare that to grid 1B10: Axle Assembly-Front TP2245 with a No – no illustration on that line, so you need to cross-reference to the detailed view on another grid. The catalog organizes everything by these illustration numbers. If you try to order a part from a generic list without the TP number, you’ll get a fifty-fifty chance of the right seal or line. Use the factory numbering system and you hit the part every time.

Axle and Differential Assemblies

Rear drive and front drive differentials are covered in grids 1C1 through 1C8. The catalog separates the carrier assemblies – front planet carrier (TP2049) and rear planet carrier (TP2050) – on page 1. That lets you order the correct ring gear set without pulling the whole axle. I’ve seen shops waste a day because they ordered the wrong carrier – this catalog would have saved them that.

Brake Systems and Torque Converter

Brake assemblies, wheel cylinders, and main brake lines are all here – grids 1D1 through 1D14. The torque converter assembly appears as grid 1F4 (TP3038) with a No write-up, but the following grids 1F5 and 1F6 fill in the illustration. Page 2 also includes the layover parking brake linkage (grid 1E2) and the power outlet assembly. If you need to rebuild the brake system on an 85 III, you’ve got every part callout in this catalog.

How to Use This 164-Page Document

This isn’t a repair manual – it’s a parts catalog. Use it to identify and order components. Pair it with a service manual for torque specs and assembly steps. For example, if you need the boom cylinder (grid 1F8 TP2153) or bucket cylinder (1F10 TP2241), the illustration shows the part breakdown. Then you check the part number and order the correct seal kit. Related manuals like Volvo Trucks L480 1990 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Specs or Volvo L270B Wheel Loader Parts Catalog Pub. 3767 follow the same factory format. Also see Volvo Trucks L140 1989 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Specs for other models.

Is This Manual Worth It for a Home Mechanic?

If you work on an 85 III tractor shovel in your own shop, absolutely. The alternative is reading aftermarket part catalogs that mix up grids. On page 2 you’ll see the fuel tank lines (2A7 through 2A13) with TP3006, TP3005, TP3077 – three different illustration numbers for three fuel line configurations. Without the factory catalog you’d order the wrong tank line and waste a week. For the price of one wrong part you’ve saved the cost of this manual.

Where to Get More Background

The truck and equipment industry relies on standardized part numbering systems. For a broader perspective on how these catalogs fit into the supply chain, check this Automotive Industry Overview. And if you’re curious about the diesel engines listed in this catalog (models 4022, 4023, 4024, 4072), a solid explanation of Internal Combustion Engine principles helps understand why certain gaskets and lines are specified.

Does this catalog include torque specifications?

No, this is a parts identification document, not a service manual.

Can I use this to order parts for a 1985 Volvo 85 III?

The catalog covers the 85 III model line, but year-specific variations exist. Check the illustration numbers against your machine’s serial plate. The grids are based on TP illustration codes that Volvo Trucks used across production runs. If your machine has a later engine model (e.g., 4072), the relevant grids appear on page 1 and 2. Cross-reference the TP number with your existing parts to confirm compatibility.

This factory parts catalog is the only way to get the exact component breakdown for your Volvo Trucks 85 III tractor shovel. No redrawn illustrations, no mixed-up grid numbers, no incorrect write-up flags. Access the Factory Manual now to start ordering the right parts on the first try.