{"product_id":"286554x-tf-501-air-compressor-bendix-replacement","title":"286554X TF 501 Air Compressor Bendix Replacement","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e \u003ch2\u003e286554X TF-501 Air Compressor – Bendix Replacement for Cummins Diesel Engines\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e286554X TF-501 air compressor\u003c\/strong\u003e is a heavy-duty replacement compressor designed for Cummins diesel-powered commercial trucks and trailers. \u003cstrong\u003eThis compressor is available from Ace Motor Parts and is engineered to provide reliable air supply for heavy-duty air brake systems.\u003c\/strong\u003e Engine-driven compressors generate the compressed air required to operate service brakes, parking brakes, and other pneumatic systems used on commercial vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis TF-501 configuration is commonly installed on Cummins engines used in International Harvester and White truck platforms. The compressor uses a durable two-cylinder piston design and features a flange-mounted engine drive system with an installed drive gear for compatibility with Cummins accessory drives.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCummins Engine Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e286554X compressor\u003c\/strong\u003e is typically used on trucks equipped with Cummins NH, NTC, KT, and KTA diesel engines. These compressors are commonly found on heavy-duty trucks, highway tractors, and vocational vehicles that rely on air brake systems for safe and reliable operation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe unit uses a \u003cstrong\u003eflange-mounted engine-driven configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e and features a left-side air inlet and discharge orientation when viewed from the rear. This layout allows the compressor to integrate with many Cummins accessory drive configurations used on legacy heavy truck platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eTF-501 Compressor Design\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe TF-501 compressor utilizes a \u003cstrong\u003etwo-cylinder reciprocating piston design\u003c\/strong\u003e that compresses air through a single-stage process. With an airflow rating of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e12 cubic feet per minute at 1250 RPM\u003c\/strong\u003e, the compressor provides dependable airflow for commercial vehicle air brake systems.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis configuration uses a \u003cstrong\u003ecombined air and water cooling system\u003c\/strong\u003e to help regulate operating temperatures during extended operation. Engine-supplied lubrication ensures the compressor receives proper lubrication during heavy-duty service conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.8; margin-left: 18px;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect replacement for Bendix TF-501 air compressors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesigned for \u003cstrong\u003eCummins diesel engine applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine-driven flange mount configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrive gear included and installed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty \u003cstrong\u003etwo-cylinder reciprocating piston compressor\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and air cooled compressor design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeft-side air inlet and discharge ports\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlange discharge connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesigned for \u003cstrong\u003ecommercial truck air brake systems\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes installation gaskets\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; font-size: 14px;\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"10\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e286554X\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompressor Model\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eTF-501\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eEngine Flange Mount\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrive Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eEngine Driven (Drive Gear Installed)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCylinder Quantity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBore x Stroke\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e2.625 in x 1.50 in\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated Displacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e12 CFM @ 1250 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplacement per Revolution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e16.5 cu in\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooling Method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eWater \/ Air Cooled\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAir Inlet Location\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eLeft\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAir Outlet Location\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eLeft\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum RPM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e3000 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHorsepower @3000 RPM \/100 PSI\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e4.9 HP\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Coolant Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e2.5 GPM\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Unload Pressure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e60 PSI\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Inlet Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e250°F\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Discharge Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e400°F\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e43 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eHeavy-Duty Truck Air Brake Systems\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003e286554X Compressor Cross Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; font-size: 14px;\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e101556\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e272CC\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e285977\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e285978\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e286037\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e286103\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e286554\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e286970\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e287108\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e3018543X\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e3049186X\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e586041\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBEN286554\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBW-286554X\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBXX286554\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eE-BN286554X\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eR955286554X\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eR9553049186X\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eWBW286554\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePart Number Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 286554X air compressor replaces several TF-501 compressor numbers used in Cummins diesel truck applications. Common interchange numbers include 101556, 286037, 286103, 286970, and 287108 as well as aftermarket replacements such as BEN286554 and BW-286554X. These compressors are designed for trucks using Cummins NH, NTC, KT, and KTA diesel engines that require a flange-mounted TF-501 air compressor.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat Trucks Use the 286554X Air Compressor?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 286554X TF-501 compressor is commonly installed on heavy-duty trucks powered by Cummins diesel engines including NH, NTC, KT, and KTA series engines. These compressors are often used on International Harvester and White truck platforms where a gear-driven engine flange mounted compressor is required.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDepending on the engine configuration, the \u003cstrong\u003eEL13040X compressor\u003c\/strong\u003e may also be used as an alternate replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eThe Role of the Air Compressor in Commercial Brake Systems\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe air compressor is one of the most critical components in a commercial vehicle braking system. It continuously pumps compressed air into the truck’s air tanks so that the braking system maintains proper operating pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf the compressor begins to wear internally, the air system may take longer to build pressure or struggle to maintain proper pressure during braking. Replacing a worn compressor helps restore proper air system operation and ensures reliable braking performance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse our full selection of \u003ca href=\"..\/..\/..\/..\/air-brake-compressors\/\"\u003eair brake compressors\u003c\/a\u003e or explore our inventory of \u003ca href=\"..\/..\/..\/..\/surplus-air-brake-compressors-for-heavy-duty-trucks\/\"\u003esurplus air brake compressors for heavy duty trucks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"AMP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48588360253689,"sku":"RMX286554X","price":501.23,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/9290\/9049\/files\/286554x-bendix-compressor__11077.jpg?v=1782245813","url":"https:\/\/acemotorparts.com\/products\/286554x-tf-501-air-compressor-bendix-replacement","provider":"Ace Motor Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}