• How to identify an Eaton transmission

    Eaton transmissions come in all shapes and sizes. Use this handy guide if you need help identifying a transmission.

Locating the transmission tag and identifying the model designation

Transmission model designation (i.e. RT-12609A), and other transmission identification information, are stamped on the transmission tag which is attached to the side of the transmission.  To identify the transmission model designation or nomenclature, locate the tag on the transmission and then locate the model designation number as shown.

Eaton transmission tag locations:

Using the model designation or nomenclature

The model designation or nomenclature assigned to a transmission model provides information concerning transmission torque capacity, forward speeds, ratio set, shift bar housing, and other provisions and options. Use the following guidelines to identify your transmission model designation.

Heavy-duty manual transmission nomenclature

Heavy-duty automated transmission nomenclature

Medium-duty manual transmission nomenclature

Medium-duty automated transmission nomenclature

Medium-duty automatic transmission nomenclature

Electric vehicle power systems nomenclature