Part-number relationships
| Relationship | Reference family | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Equipment Part Number | Official engine-cylinder-head reference | 397-1559 |
| Same-number Formatting Alias | Search alias only; not a separate interchange | 3971559 |
Excavator Engine Parts
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Engine cylinder head identified by reference 397-1559. The official Cat parts page confirms the exact cylinder-head identity, C4.4 engine application and compatible excavators including 313D2, 318D2, 320D2, 320D2 GC and 320GX, together with additional industrial-equipment applications. Seven exact owned photographs show the same complete head casting, valve train, combustion face, ports and mounting surfaces. The formatting alias 3971559 is retained only for search. Confirm 397-1559, engine arrangement, machine serial range, valve configuration and supplied assembly contents before ordering.
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| Relationship | Reference family | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Equipment Part Number | Official engine-cylinder-head reference | 397-1559 |
| Same-number Formatting Alias | Search alias only; not a separate interchange | 3971559 |
Product fitment guide
Quickly compare the reference number and recorded machine applications. Use the original photos and the checklist before ordering.
Part identification
Formatting aliases are the same number written differently. Related assemblies and remanufactured numbers are not presented as direct interchanges.
Product summary
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Machine fitment
4 model references
Compatibility lists identify searchable model families, not every production serial range. Confirm the original part number and machine serial number before purchase.
Quick fitment answers
Recorded compatible model references include Engine: C4.4, Published excavators: 313D2 / 313D2 GC / 318D2 / 318D2 L / 320D2 / 320D2 GC / 320GX, Published wheeled excavators: M315D2 / M317D2; verify serial and arrangement, Fitment limitation: Confirm engine arrangement, machine serial, valves and supplied assembly contents. Confirm the complete part number and machine serial range before ordering.
Formatting aliases for the same number: 3971559.
Match the complete part number on the original component. Compare connectors, mounting points and visible dimensions with the product photos. Confirm the exact machine or engine model and serial range before ordering. Send clear photos of the original unit and connector layout when requesting a quote.
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