Overview
The ZF 4660.339.012 GEAR SHIFT FORK is a precision-machined component designed to engage and disengage gear synchronizers within the WG200 and WG92 transmission series. This OEM genuine part, identified by SKU 4660.339.012, slides along a shift rail to physically move the synchronizer sleeve, directing power flow through the selected gear set. Located inside the transmission housing, it interfaces directly with the shift mechanism and the 4660198001 PERIPHERALS assembly to ensure crisp, reliable gear changes under heavy-duty industrial loads.
Symptoms of Failure
- Hard shifting or gear clash: When the fork’s contact pads wear unevenly, the synchronizer cannot align properly, causing grinding noises during engagement.
- Gear slipping under load: A bent or worn shift fork fails to hold the synchronizer in position, allowing the transmission to pop out of gear during acceleration.
- Excessive shift lever play: Worn fork pads or a cracked fork body create slop in the shift linkage, making it difficult to find gears accurately.
- Metallic debris in transmission oil: Abrasion from a failing fork sheds fine metal particles, which can contaminate the 4660221012 SUCTION TUBE and accelerate wear on other internal components.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 4660.339.012 |
| Material | Forged steel with hardened contact surfaces |
| Weight | 0.85 kg (1.87 lbs) |
| Length | 185 mm |
| Width | 42 mm |
| Height | 28 mm |
| OEM Reference | ZF 4660 339 012 |
| Compatible Rail Diameter | 16 mm |
Compatibility
This shift fork is engineered for ZF’s WG series powershift transmissions, specifically the WG200 and WG92 models. It also fits the WG180 and WG210 variants when used with the correct shift rail assembly. The fork works in concert with the 0501209818 RANGE SELECTOR to manage high- and low-range gear engagement. For proper installation, ensure the 4660101011 TRANSMISSION HOUSING and 4660301018 HOUSING are free of cracks or distortion, as misalignment will accelerate fork wear.
Related Components
| Part Number | Name | Function |
|---|---|---|
| 4660198001 | PERIPHERALS | Shift mechanism interface assembly |
| 0501209818 | RANGE SELECTOR | High/low range shift control |
| 4660101011 | TRANSMISSION HOUSING | Main structural casing |
| 4660301018 | HOUSING | Rear housing section |
| 0631306174 | CYLINDRICAL PIN | Fork pivot alignment pin |
| 0769123894 | TYPE PLATE | Identification label |
| 4660221012 | SUCTION TUBE | Oil pickup tube |
| 0634100317 | O-RING | Seal for hydraulic passages |
| 0636103273 | CAP SCREW | Fastener for fork rail |
| 0750100022 | SCREW PLUG | Oil gallery plug |
ZF 4660.339.012 GEAR SHIFT FORK – Gear RFQ Support
Use ZF 4660.339.012 GEAR SHIFT FORK as the reference when requesting gear support. Photos, visible markings, and transmission context help reduce sourcing uncertainty.
Part-Number Summary
Use ZF number 4660.339.012 when sending your RFQ. PartsZF can review dotted, spaced, and compact number formats against the available product and documentation records.
Application Context
- Illustration section: SHIFT SYSTEM
Cross Reference Support
If you have an OEM number, old supplier number, or visible marking, include it with your RFQ so PartsZF can compare it with the available records.
Specification Snapshot
| ZF part number | 4660.339.012 |
|---|---|
| Normalized SKU | 4660339012 |
| Part name | GEAR SHIFT FORK |
| Product category | gear |
| RFQ support | Part-number lookup and documentation review |
| Media support | Product photo or diagram review when available |
Image and Documentation Notes
Current product media status: diagram. Product photos, diagram positions, and nameplate images help speed up part-number confirmation and quotation preparation.
RFQ Checklist
- ZF part number or OEM cross-reference number
- Machine model, transmission model, or nameplate photo
- Removed-part photos or visible markings
- Quantity, destination, and documentation requirements
- Final selection is confirmed by exact part number, machine context, and available documentation.
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