1186722 Compatible Twin Cylinder Compressor — Volvo

What does a twin cylinder compressor do?

This twin cylinder compressor serves as a critical component within the pneumatic braking system, utilizing two piston-cylinder assemblies to generate high-volume compressed air. Designed with a water-cooling configuration, it maintains thermal stability during sustained operation, ensuring consistent pressure delivery for heavy commercial vehicle applications. The unit features a 75.00 mm cylinder bore and a 50 mm stroke to meet demanding service requirements.

Vehicle and engine compatibility

This specific component is compatible with Volvo N12 trucks equipped with TD122 engines. The unit is engineered to match the specific mounting and drive requirements of the vehicle's engine system, ensuring reliable integration into the air brake circuit.

Installation and maintenance

Maintenance of this water-cooled unit involves monitoring the coolant flow through the M16x1.5 inlet and outlet ports and checking the integrity of the M26x1.5 air ports. Technicians should ensure that the gear drive interface is properly aligned during installation to prevent premature wear of the internal components.

Selection and troubleshooting

When replacing this unit, it is essential to verify that the water cooling connections and air port sizes match the existing installation to ensure proper system functionality.

OE cross-reference

1300 130 002 (Twin Cylinder Compressor) is the equivalent of the Volvo OE number. This part directly replaces Volvo OE number 1186722.