OEM 144-0725 Connecting Rod Assembly for 3508 3512 3516 Engine | Ref 161-2500 1W-5030

OEM 144-0725 Connecting Rod Assembly for 3508 3512 3516 Engine | Ref 161-2500 1W-5030

$429.00
Sale price  $429.00 Regular price 
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OEM 144-0725 Connecting Rod Assembly for 3508 3512 3516 Engine | Ref 161-2500 1W-5030

OEM 144-0725 Connecting Rod Assembly for 3508 3512 3516 Engine | Ref 161-2500 1W-5030

$429.00
Sale price  $429.00 Regular price 
[Product Overview]
The 
144-0725 Connecting Rod Assembly
 is a heavy-duty engine component designed for the Caterpillar 3500 series diesel and gas engines. As a critical link between the piston and the crankshaft, it is engineered to transfer high-combustion forces with maximum reliability. This rod assembly is manufactured to precise 380mm center-distance specifications, ensuring optimal engine balance and performance in extreme industrial environments.
[Part Numbers and Cross-Reference]
This part is the current primary number and is a direct replacement for the following Caterpillar (CAT) part numbers:
  • Main Part Number: 
    144-0725
    , 1440725
  • Interchangeable / Superseded Numbers:
    • 161-2500 (1612500)
    • 101-3281 (1013281)
    • 1W-5030 (1W5030)
    • 7C-8608 (7C8608)
    • 8N-6020 (8N6020)
    • 7N-2396 (7N2396)
  • Reman Number: 0R-9200 (0R9200)
  • Condition: Brand New Aftermarket Replacement
[Technical Specifications]
  • Part Name: 
    Connecting Rod Assembly (Rod As)
  • Center Distance: 380 mm
  • Material: High-Strength Forged Alloy Steel
  • Weight: Approx. 25.9 - 26.5 lbs (11.7 - 12.0 kg)
  • Dimensions: Length approx. 22.3 in (566 mm); Width approx. 9 in (229 mm)
  • Feature: Precisely balanced weight sets for smooth engine operation and reduced vibration.
[Applications and Engine Compatibility]
Extensively used in Caterpillar’s 3500 series large-scale equipment:
  • Compatible Engine Models: CAT 3508, 3508B, 3512, 3512B, 3512C, 3516, 3516B, 3516C
  • Compatible Gas Engines: G3508, G3512, G3516, G3520B/C/E
  • Common Equipment Fitment:
    • Mining & Earthmoving: 777, 785, 789, 793 Dump Trucks; 992, 994 Wheel Loaders; 5130, 5230 Mining Shovels.
    • Power Generation: 3500B/C series Generator Sets and Power Modules.
    • Marine & Industrial: Commercial vessel propulsion and heavy-duty pumping units.
[B2B Export Advantage]
  • High-Performance Standards: Fully compliant with US OEM dimensional and metallurgical specifications.
  • Quality Assurance: Each rod undergoes rigorous magnetic particle inspection (MPI) and dimensional verification.
  • Global Logistics: Securely packed in reinforced crates for safe international shipping via air (DHL/FedEx) or sea freight.
  • Professional Support: Wholesale pricing available for fleet maintenance providers and international engine rebuild centers.

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