5501800106 Idler Gear. Listed in MTU 396 catalog references; confirm installation and current availability before ordering.
Check 5501800106 availability: Start with 5501800106 and the quantity. Add an engine serial number or a photo of the old Idler Gear if available; we will follow up on any missing details.
5501800106 Specification
About 5501800106 - Idler Gear
Published catalog details are identification references. They do not establish current stock, supplied condition, or confirmed fitment for your engine.
5501800106 is an idler gear catalogued for MTU 396 engines. The catalog unit weight is 2.850 kg, which we use to estimate freight before quoting.
Technical Notes: Drive components
Gears, shafts, couplings, belts, fasteners, and locking parts transmit drive to pumps, camshafts, and auxiliaries and hold assemblies together. Many of these items are inexpensive but critical: a missing tab washer or a reused stretch bolt can cause a far larger failure.
When This Type of Part Is Usually Replaced
- locking elements such as tab washers or self-locking nuts have been removed
- gear teeth, splines, or keyways show wear or pitting
- belts show cracks, glazing, or incorrect tension after adjustment
Checks Before Ordering
- Use new fasteners where the maintenance documentation specifies single use
- Order belts as matched sets on multi-belt drives
- Check slotted nuts, washers, and pins together with the component they secure
Engine Catalog References
5501800106 is listed for 8 engine models in the catalog references. The specification table decodes each model code from the fitment list; it does not confirm every installation.
| Model | Cylinders | Arrangement | Application | Group / build |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12V 396 TC54 | 12 | V | marine | build 4 |
| 12V 396 TC64 | 12 | V | marine | build 4 |
| 12V 396 TE64 | 12 | V | marine | build 4 |
| 12V 396 TE74 | 12 | V | marine | build 4 |
| 12V 396 TE74L | 12 | V | marine | build 4 |
| 12V 396 TE84 | 12 | V | — | build 4 |
| 12V 396 TE94 | 12 | V | marine | build 4 |
| 12V 396 TB94 | 12 | V | marine | build 4 |
How Each Model Code Reads
- 12V 396 TC54: 12 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 396, turbocharged, charge-air code TC, application group 5 (marine), build 4
- 12V 396 TC64: 12 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 396, turbocharged, charge-air code TC, application group 6 (marine), build 4
- 12V 396 TE64: 12 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 396, turbocharged, charge-air code TE, application group 6 (marine), build 4
- 12V 396 TE74: 12 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 396, turbocharged, charge-air code TE, application group 7 (marine), build 4
- 12V 396 TE74L: 12 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 396, turbocharged, charge-air code TE, application group 7 (marine), build 4, increased rating (L)
- 12V 396 TE84: 12 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 396, turbocharged, charge-air code TE, application group 8, build 4
- 12V 396 TE94: 12 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 396, turbocharged, charge-air code TE, application group 9 (marine), build 4
- 12V 396 TB94: 12 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 396, turbocharged, charge-air code TB, application group 9 (marine), build 4
Full parts list for this model family: MTU 12V 396 TB94 to TE94 Parts List
Engine-series references do not confirm every installation. Final fitment of 5501800106 depends on the full engine serial number and assembly position.
Common Replacement Scenarios
This part is commonly replaced when:
- bolts, clamps, washers, couplings, or small hardware are replaced during assembly
- single-use fasteners need confirmation by assembly position
- service teams need small parts included with the main overhaul shipment
Cross-Reference and Superseded Part Numbers
Catalog history distinguishes earlier and later numbers where documented. Reference-only entries do not establish replacement direction or interchangeability. Confirm the offered number against the engine serial number and installation.
| Part number | Catalog relationship |
|---|---|
| 5501800006 | Reference only; direction unconfirmed |
Common Applications
- Engine assembly
- Marine propulsion
- Industrial drives
- Generator sets
Information to Send for Quotation
- Exact part number: 5501800106
- Part name or assembly position: Idler Gear
- Engine model / series: MTU 396
- Engine serial number from nameplate
- Old-part photo showing number, connector, port, or size marking
- Required quantity and whether partial shipment is acceptable
- Destination country, delivery deadline, and preferred shipping method
The quotation confirms the offered part number, supply condition, price, lead time, and shipping options.
Ordering Notes
For 5501800106, send the engine model, serial number, quantity, old-part photo, and destination country. We will confirm whether the item is OEM, OEM-alternative, reman, or superseded before quotation.
5501800106 FAQ
Does 5501800106 fit MTU 396?
5501800106 Idler Gear is checked against MTU 396. Final fitment depends on the engine serial number, rating, and installation position.
What information is needed to quote 5501800106?
Send the part number, engine model, engine serial number, old-part photo, quantity, destination country, and required delivery date. This lets us confirm stock route, packing, and shipping options.
Can you check alternatives or superseded numbers for 5501800106?
5501800106 may relate to 5501800006. Final replacement status is checked against the engine serial number before quote.
When is 5501800106 usually replaced?
bolts, clamps, washers, couplings, or small hardware are replaced during assembly; single-use fasteners need confirmation by assembly position; service teams need small parts included with the main overhaul shipment.
Verification Notes
- Confirm engine model, serial number, required quantity, and destination before ordering.
- Send old part photos or nameplate details when markings or replacement status are unclear.
- Priority item: part number, supersession, and export packing details are checked before quote.
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