31415261 camshaft for Perkins AD3.152. Fits Massey Ferguson 240 and Landini 4500. Chilled cast iron resists pitting. Get bulk pricing on this unit
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This 31415261 chilled cast iron camshaft is a premium direct-fit core engineered for the naturally aspirated 3-cylinder Perkins AD3.152 (2.5L) diesel engine. Manufactured from hardened chilled iron with a solid wear-resistant martensitic face, it fits perfectly on Perkins camshaft applications like the Massey Ferguson 240 and Landini 4500.
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Our premium aftermarket Perkins AD3.152 camshaft delivers the exact valve timing precision and structural wear resistance required by classic agricultural tractors and heavy industrial pumping systems. Engineered in strict alignment with Perkins’ legendary off-highway standards—trusted worldwide as the heart of every great machine for agricultural tractor parts and industrial power applications—our camshafts restore original engine torque. Optimized for the 2.5L naturally aspirated 3-cylinder engine, this shaft directly replaces the OEM Massey Ferguson 240 block and Massey Ferguson 135 late series engines (MF 240 camshaft). Whether overhauling an MF 230, restoring a vintage Massey Ferguson 148, or servicing Landini 4500 machinery, our camshaft preserves factory alignment.
Continuous agricultural operation under high-load cycles subjects the valvetrain to immense sliding friction, increasing the risks of mechanical lift pump lobe wear and tappet face pitting. Furthermore, rotational play inside a worn timing gear train can cause catastrophic timing keyway damage. To resolve these classic field failures, our Perkins camshaft wholesale selection features high-strength chilled cast iron camshaft metallurgy. Finished with computer-controlled CNC profile grinding and selective induction hardened lobes HRC 50, our shafts are built to resist wear and prevent lobe profile flattening. Critical Technical Note: When installing a new camshaft, always replace the valve lifters (tappets). Re-using worn, concave lifters will destroy the new camshaft lobes via scuffing within the first 20 minutes of engine operation.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Perkins AD3.152 (3 cylinder direct injection) |
| Material Composition | Chilled cast iron camshaft (martensitic carbide face) |
| Profile Grinding | CNC profile grinding with induction hardened lobes HRC 50 |
| Lobe Hardness | HRC 50-55 on nose profiles |
| Primary OEM Part Number | 31415261 |
| Cross References | 3141526A/4 cross reference, 31415262, U5MK00XX |
| Special Lobe | Hardened mechanical fuel lift pump drive eccentric lobe |
Our manufacturing facilities support a complete range of low-wear Perkins camshafts and valvetrain spares. Browse our Perkins camshaft range to find additional components, replacement valve lifters, pushrods, timing gears, and complete tractor valve train parts.
| Primary Part Number | Cross Ref Part Numbers | Compatible Engine Model | Compatible Machine Model |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31415261 | 3141526A/4, U5MK00XX | AD3.152 | Massey Ferguson 240 |
| 314D6307 | 314D6307, U5MK0012 | 4.108 | Marine & Generator |
| 31415321 | 31415321, 31415281 | 4.236 / 4.248 | Massey Ferguson 265, 375 |
| 31415363 | 31415363, U5MK0298 | 1004-4T / Phaser | Massey Ferguson 390T, JCB 3CX |
This 31415261 Perkins AD3.152 camshaft is a direct-fit component calibrated for various classic high-torque agricultural tractors and industrial power units:
| Make | Machine Model | Year Range | Engine Model | Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massey Ferguson | MF240, MF230, MF148, MF250 | 1975–1999 | Perkins AD3.152 (MF 240 camshaft) | Agricultural Tractor General Farming |
| Massey Ferguson | MF135 (Late builds with direct injection) | 1970–1975 | Perkins AD3.152 (Massey Ferguson 135 late) | Classic Utility Tractor Operations |
| Landini | Landini 4500 Orchard Tractors | 1972–1985 | Perkins AD3.152 (Landini 4500) | Fruit Orchard Low-Profile Agriculture |
| Lincoln Electric | Classic 300D, SA-250 Stationary Welders | 1980–2000 | Perkins D3.152 Engine | Industrial Pipe Welding & Utility Power |
As a premier industrial engine valvetrain manufacturer and direct alternative to a regional UK Perkins parts supplier, we provide micro-polished chill-cast components built to extend classic tractor parts durability:
During engine service, valve lifters (tappets) develop a microscopic concave wear pattern that perfectly matches the worn camshaft lobes. If you install a brand-new camshaft but reuse these old lifters, the uneven edge of the worn lifter will scrape across the fresh, convex cam lobe. This localized friction triggers rapid scuffing and tappet face pitting, destroying the new lobe profile within 20 minutes of startup. Our chilled cast iron camshaft is manufactured with a martensitic carbide microstructure and induction hardened lobes HRC 50, providing high scuff resistance. However, installing new lifters remains mandatory to ensure maximum service life.
Heavy agricultural operations subject tractor valve train parts to continuous, high-stress sliding friction. Standard grey cast iron is highly susceptible to wear and profile flattening. Our camshafts utilize chilled cast iron metallurgy, which creates a highly wear-resistant white-iron carbide layer on the lobe noses while retaining a ductile grey iron core for shock absorption. Combined with high-precision CNC profile grinding, we guarantee exact lobe lift and duration profiles, ensuring perfect valve timing calibration, reducing valvetrain noise, and maximizing fuel combustion efficiency.
Yes, the 31415261 and 3141526A/4 cross reference camshafts are directly interchangeable. They represent the same 3-cylinder chilled cast iron camshaft design configured for the Perkins AD3.152 Phaser/1000 series direct-injection engines. Both share the exact same bearing journal diameters, lobe lift profiles, and the integrated eccentric fuel pump drive lobe. Rebuilders can perform a seamless drop-in replacement across later Massey Ferguson 240 and Landini 4500 fleets.
Timing keyway damage typically occurs due to insufficient torque on the camshaft gear retention bolt, or from severe torsional backlash shocks in the gear train. Once the keyway gets loose, the woodruff key beats against the keyway slot, widening the gap and shifting valve timing out of calibration. This results in hard starting, backfiring, and low engine power. Rebuilders can diagnose keyway wear via visual inspection during timing cover disassembly; if any play or rotational slot wear is detected, the camshaft must be replaced.
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