4V7080, 4V7080 BOLT CATERPILLAR

Premium High-Strength Fastening Bolt for Caterpillar Heavy Machinery

The 4V-7080 BOLT CATERPILLAR (also referenced as 4V7080) is a precision-engineered, heavy-duty fastening component designed to secure critical assemblies in Caterpillar construction, earthmoving, and mining machinery. Manufactured from high-grade alloy steel and treated with advanced heat-hardening processes, this bolt delivers exceptional tensile strength, impact resistance, and long-term durability under extreme mechanical loads.

Designed for high-vibration and high-pressure environments, the 4V-7080 BOLT CATERPILLAR features a wide flange head, deep-cut star drive pattern, anti-slip geometry, and corrosion-resistant coating, ensuring stable fastening performance even in the harshest working conditions. Whether used in hydraulic systems, engine housings, track frames, drivetrain assemblies, or structural components, it provides secure and reliable fastening, preventing loosening, fatigue failures, and structural misalignment.

As part of 3GEN Export’s OEM-quality fastener line, this bolt is produced to Caterpillar specifications with strict dimensional accuracy, meeting the exact strength, hardness, and safety standards demanded by heavy equipment operators worldwide. With global delivery available in just 5 working days, 3GEN Export helps ensure your machines remain fully operational, safe, and ready for continuous heavy-duty use.

Function and Purpose of the 4V-7080 BOLT CATERPILLAR

Fasteners play a critical role in maintaining structural integrity across all Caterpillar machinery. The 4V-7080 BOLT CATERPILLAR is engineered to secure mating components that endure mechanical stress, cyclical vibration, torque loads, and environmental exposure. Its primary roles include:

• Providing high-strength clamping force between assemblies
• Preventing loosening due to vibration or thermal expansion
• Maintaining alignment of rotating or mobile components
• Ensuring leak-free connections in engines and hydraulic systems
• Withstanding shock loads and repetitive mechanical cycling
• Preserving equipment safety by resisting shear and tensile failure

The 4V-7080 bolt is used extensively in engine assemblies, transmission housings, undercarriage components, track roller frames, hydraulic manifolds, and structural brackets. Thanks to precision threading and a torque-optimized head design, it delivers superior stability, long-term fastening reliability, and excellent resistance to loosening under dynamic load.

Key Features and Benefits

1. OEM-Level Precision Fit

Each 4V-7080 BOLT CATERPILLAR is produced according to Caterpillar’s OEM dimensional tolerances. The threads, flange diameter, head geometry, and length are CNC-machined to exact factory parameters, ensuring a perfect, modification-free fit in all compatible models.

2. High-Strength Alloy Steel

Engineered from alloy steel with premium carbon-manganese-chromium composition, this bolt delivers exceptional mechanical performance, including high tensile strength, high yield strength, and outstanding fatigue resistance.

3. Heat-Treated for Maximum Durability

The bolt undergoes multi-stage heat treatment—including quenching, tempering, and stress relieving—resulting in enhanced hardness, improved grain structure, and superior resistance to wear and deformation.

4. Anti-Slip Star Drive Head

The deep-cut star-pattern head provides maximum engagement surface for the tool, reducing the risk of rounding or cam-out under high torque loads. This ensures secure tightening and safer maintenance operations.

5. Wide Flange for Better Load Distribution

The integrated flange base spreads clamping force over a wider surface area, improving stability and reducing localized stress on the assembly.

6. Anti-Corrosion Black Oxide Coating

A high-resistance black oxide finish protects the bolt from oxidation, mud, water, and hydraulic fluid exposure. This coating also enhances surface hardness and reduces the risk of seizure.

7. Superior Vibration Resistance

With optimized thread pitch and hardened steel structure, the 4V-7080 bolt prevents loosening and thread fatigue even in high-vibration environments such as track frames, engine housings, and hydraulic systems.

8. Maintenance-Free Long-Term Performance

Once installed and torqued correctly, this bolt requires no routine adjustments. The component is designed for multi-season heavy-duty operation without performance degradation.

Technical Specifications

Compatible Caterpillar Models

The 4V-7080 BOLT CATERPILLAR is used across numerous Caterpillar machines, including:

• Caterpillar D series bulldozers
• Caterpillar 320, 325, 330, 336 hydraulic excavators
• Caterpillar 950, 962, 966 wheel loaders
• Caterpillar 773, 775 haul trucks
• Caterpillar 140H and M-Series motor graders
• Caterpillar industrial diesel engines (3306, 3406, C7, C9)
• Caterpillar track-type tractors and undercarriage systems
• Caterpillar hydraulic pump and manifold housings
• Caterpillar transmission and differential housings

Usage varies by assembly location, such as:

• Engine block side covers
• Transmission case mounts
• Track frame supports
• Final drive brackets
• Hydraulic valve modules
• Powertrain stabilizers
• Frame reinforcement structures

3GEN Export supplies full compatibility support to ensure correct placement and torque specifications for all equipment types.

Engineering and Manufacturing Excellence

Precision Machining

Cut using high-accuracy CNC thread rolling and head-forming equipment, each bolt meets uniform tolerances and surface finish quality required for high-stress assemblies.

Advanced Heat Treatment

The steel is transformed through controlled heating and quenching to enhance mechanical strength, creating a hardened outer layer while maintaining core toughness.

Non-Destructive Testing

Each production batch undergoes:

• Magnetic particle inspection
• Ultrasonic flaw detection
• Dimensional inspection
• Torque verification testing
• Coating adhesion evaluation

Corrosion and Impact Testing

The bolt is certified to withstand long-term exposure to:

• Water
• Mud
• Hydraulic fluid
• High vibrations
• Repeated shock loads

This ensures long-term reliability in real operating conditions.

Functional Advantages

1. Reduced Equipment Downtime

Strong fastening prevents failures that typically lead to system leaks, misalignment, or structural loosening — lowering repair frequency.

2. Enhanced Operator Safety

Secure assemblies reduce the risk of component detachment or malfunction during operation.

3. High Torque Tolerance

The bolt head geometry allows efficient application of installation torque without slippage or rounding.

4. Long Service Life

Optimized hardness and anti-corrosion finish significantly extend the bolt’s lifespan.

5. Perfect Fit with OEM Assemblies

The 4V-7080 BOLT CATERPILLAR integrates flawlessly with Caterpillar’s factory housings and frames.

Installation and Maintenance

Installation Steps

1. Clean all mating surfaces and threads.

2. Align bolt with the mounting hole and hand-thread to avoid cross-threading.

3. Apply required torque using values from the Caterpillar service manual.

4. Inspect for uniform seating on the flange surface.

5. Recheck torque after initial warm-up cycle.

Maintenance Recommendations

• Inspect every 1,000 operating hours
• Replace bolts showing rounding, stretch, or corrosion
• Ensure proper torque on reassembly
• Never reuse bolts in high-stress assemblies if elongated

Quality Standards and Compliance

3GEN Export supplies bolts produced under:

• ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management
• ISO 14001 Environmental Standards
• OEM Fastener Safety Requirements
• SAE J429 Mechanical Fasteners Standard

Additional testing includes:

• Vibration fatigue
• Shear resistance evaluation
• Salt spray corrosion test
• Dimensional consistency checks

Packaging and Worldwide Delivery

Each 4V-7080 BOLT CATERPILLAR is prepared with:

• Anti-rust protective coating
• Bubble-wrap and foam lining
• Barcode-labeled packaging for inventory sorting

Bulk orders ship in reinforced crates for secure handling.

3GEN Export provides worldwide delivery within 5 working days, supported by global logistics partners.

Why Choose 3GEN Export

• OEM-quality guaranteed
• Worldwide 5-day delivery
• 20,000+ heavy machinery parts available
• Expert support team
• Environmentally responsible packaging

3GEN Export ensures the highest reliability and fastest supply chain for heavy equipment owners worldwide.

Summary

The 4V-7080 BOLT CATERPILLAR is a premium-grade fastening solution for heavy-duty machinery. With exceptional strength, heat resistance, corrosion protection, and vibration durability, it ensures safe and stable operation across Caterpillar equipment.

Backed by 3GEN Export’s OEM-standard manufacturing and 5-day global delivery, this bolt is the ideal replacement for maintaining your machinery’s performance and reliability.

Manufactured in Turkey, these products are made using the latest technologies and built to meet the highest international standards. Each machine is a high-quality copy of the original, ensuring durability, precision, and performance that you can rely on for modern construction and metalworking projects.