NSN 3040-01-551-1978 · NIIN 015511978 · Part number 183-8459
Caterpillar Inc Div Caterpillar Defense · FSC 3040 — Miscellaneous Power Transmission Equipment · FSG 30 — Mechanical Power Transmission Equipment · CAGE 11083
Government record, cited
NSN 3040-01-551-1978 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 3040-01-551-1978. Manufacturer of record part number: 183-8459.
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NIIN 015511978 ·
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FSC 3040 Miscellaneous Power Transmission Equipment · CAGE 11083 · 183-8459
Nearby stock numbers← 3040-01-551-1975 Cylinder, Actuating, Linear
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3040-01-551-1979 Cylinder, Actuating, Linear →
Features
Cylinder,actuating,linear — FSC 3040
Bore Diameter: 3.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN
1 manufacturer part number on file
Manufacturer of record: Caterpillar Inc Div Caterpillar Defense
Identification
NSN: 3040-01-551-1978
NIIN: 015511978
FSC: 3040 — Miscellaneous Power Transmission Equipment
FSG: 30 — Mechanical Power Transmission Equipment
Primary part number: 183-8459
Manufacturer: Caterpillar Inc Div Caterpillar Defense
General Description
The Cylinder,actuating,linear, cataloged under National Stock Number 3040-01-551-1978, is classified within Federal Supply Class 3040 (Miscellaneous Power Transmission Equipment) of the Mechanical Power Transmission Equipment group. The manufacturer of record is Caterpillar Inc Div Caterpillar Defense. Government technical data includes 1 specification, cited from the U.S. Government catalog. The record lists 1 manufacturer part number for this item, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 1 additional reference document (drawings, advisory and superseded references) is recorded in the U.S. Government catalog. Current acquisition status: Active.
Technical Specifications
Parameter
Value
NSN
3040-01-551-1978
Primary Part Number
183-8459
Item Name
Cylinder,actuating,linear
FSC / FSG
3040 / 30 — Miscellaneous Power Transmission Equipment
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is NSN 3040-01-551-1978?
NSN 3040-01-551-1978 is a Cylinder,actuating,linear, manufactured by Caterpillar Inc Div Caterpillar Defense, classified under FSC 3040, Miscellaneous Power Transmission Equipment. Status: active.
What part numbers are listed for NSN 3040-01-551-1978?
NSN 3040-01-551-1978 has 1 manufacturer part number on file: 183-8459 (Caterpillar Inc Div Caterpillar Defense).
What are the specifications of 183-8459?
Key specifications for 183-8459: Special Features: STROKE 5.830 IN. IN; Part Name Assigned by Controlling Agency: CYLINDER TILT HYDRAULIC SYSTEM; Bore Diameter: 3.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN. 1 specification is documented in the U.S. Government catalog.
Is NSN 3040-01-551-1978 hazardous material?
No hazard code in the DLA record (HMIC N). Hazard information on this page is shown exactly as it appears in the DLA record.
Sources
U.S. Government catalog: edition PUBLOGDVD v12.0.0 (OCT 2026), edition date 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-10-16.
U.S. Government catalog: edition PUBLOGDVD v12.0.0 (OCT 2026), edition date 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-10-18.
✓ Data cited from the U.S. Government catalog; commercial cross-references from OEM and certified industry sources.