Industrial 12460468 Pitman Arm Steering Component

Description:

The Humvee M998 A2 Steering Pitman Arm 12460468 is a steering linkage component used in military vehicle steering systems to transfer motion from the steering gear to the center link for precise directional control. Commonly installed in AM General HMMWV M998A2, M1114, and Hummer H1 vehicles where heavy-duty steering performance and off-road durability are required. Maintenance teams, military vehicle restorers, and fleet operators use this pitman arm for steering system repairs, replacement of worn linkage components, suspension upgrades, and restoration of tactical vehicles.

Applications:

The Humvee M998 A2 Steering Pitman Arm 12460468 is commonly used in AM General HMMWV M998A2, M1025A2, M1038A2, M1097A2, M1114, and Hummer H1 vehicles. The A2 steering configuration utilizes the pitman arm to convert rotational motion from the steering gearbox into linear movement of the steering linkage, ensuring accurate steering response during military operations, off-road driving, and heavy-duty service.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: AM General
• Model / Part Number: 12460468
• Alternate Part Number: 6004838
• NSN: 2530-01-420-5180
• Product Type: Steering Pitman Arm
• Steering System: A2 Heavy-Duty Steering System
• Function: Transfers steering force from steering gearbox to center link
• Construction: Forged Steel
• Finish: Corrosion-Resistant Coating
• Mounting: Splined Steering Gear Output Shaft Mount
• Position: Steering Gear Output Linkage
• Compatible Vehicles: HMMWV M998A2, M1025A2, M1038A2, M1097A2, M1114, and Hummer H1
• Operating Principle / Function: Converts rotary motion from the steering gear into linear motion of the steering linkage
• Application Environment: Military, tactical, and off-road vehicle steering systems

Common Replacements:

• AM General 6004838 Steering Pitman Arm
• Hummer H1 A2 Steering Pitman Arm
• MOOG Heavy-Duty Steering Pitman Arm for HMMWV/H1