The Ball Joint, cataloged under National Stock Number 3040-01-358-2102, is classified within Federal Supply Class 3040 (No Item Name Available) of the Mechanical Power Transmission Equipment group. The primary manufacturer of record is U S Army Tank Automotive Command Amsta-Im-Mm. Government technical data includes 7 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 5 commercial cross-references from 4 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 2 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| NSN | 3040-01-358-2102 |
| Primary Part Number | 12342645 |
| Item Name | Ball Joint |
| FSC / FSG | 3040 / 30 — No Item Name Available |
| Manufacturer | U S Army Tank Automotive Command Amsta-Im-Mm |
| Status | CANCELLED |
| Ball End Connection Thread Provision | THREADED |
| Ball End Thread Location | EXTERNAL |
| Socket End Connection Thread Provision | UNTHREADED |
| Ball End Thread Size and Series/type Designator | 5/8-18 UNF |
| Material | STEEL |
| Ball End Thread Direction | RIGHT |
| Height | 2.950 INCHES NOMINAL IN |
| Acquisition Status | CANCELLED |
| HAZMAT | No |
| Part Number | Manufacturer |
|---|---|
| 5598497 | Am General Llc (USA) |
| 3040013582102 | E.c.a Etablissement Central Des Approvisionnements Des Forces Armees Royales |
| SK-5611 | Krizman Intl Inc (USA) |
| 5598497 | Am General Llc (USA) |
| 12342645 PRIMARY | U S Army Tank Automotive Command Amsta-Im-Mm (USA) |
NSN 3040-01-358-2102 is a Ball Joint, manufactured by U S Army Tank Automotive Command Amsta-Im-Mm, classified under FSC 3040 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.
NSN 3040-01-358-2102 has 5 cross-referenced part numbers: 5598497 (Am General Llc), 3040013582102 (E.c.a Etablissement Central Des Approvisionnements Des Forces Armees Royales), SK-5611 (Krizman Intl Inc), 5598497 (Am General Llc), 12342645 (U S Army Tank Automotive Command Amsta-Im-Mm).
There are 2 known substitutes for 3040-01-358-2102: 2530-01-188-3684, 2530-01-422-9390. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.
Key specifications for 12342645: Ball End Connection Thread Provision: THREADED; End Item Identification: 2320-01-346-9317; Ball End Thread Location: EXTERNAL; Special Features: SPRING-NOT INCL.;NONADJUSTABLE;UNTHD SOCKET END TYPE-FEMALE;UNTHD SOCKET END ID 2.120 IN.;SOCKET HAS 4 MTG HOLES 0.469 IN. DIA,ON A FLANGE AROUND SOCKET;SURFACE TREAT.-OXIDE OR ZINC PLATE IN. 9 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.
NSN 3040-01-358-2102 is currently cancelled. Check with the Defense Logistics Agency for current availability and authorized substitutes.