Caterpillar 3S-1262 Retainer

Caterpillar 3S-1262 Retainer (Cat part number 308-9915, also listed as 3S1262) is an OEM retaining component used in Caterpillar equipment assemblies. Documented in Caterpillar's Classic Parts Product Book as 3S-1262 with internal reference 308-9915, the part is indexed under NSN 5340-01-068-7154, confirming its status as a standard hardware retainer across Cat platforms. The designation 3S-1262/3S1262 identifies this item in Cat's procurement and service catalogs as a dedicated retainer, interchangeable within the Cat parts system where the 3S-1262 family is specified. Across reseller catalogs, this same part is listed for Caterpillar machinery, reinforcing its role as a genuine Cat component rather than a generic substitute. As a retainer, its function is to secure or hold other components within a Cat assembly, with exact fitment governed by the machine model and subsystem configuration. The part designation is used by technicians and parts departments to reference the exact retaining piece needed for service and maintenance, ensuring compatibility with Caterpillar service literature and replacement schedules.