Mahle Alternator 12V 65A MG288

This MAHLE alternator is a 12V, 65A unit identified as part number MG288 and sold as a new replacement component. It is described as a twin leg alternator with an external regulator, without an integrated regulator and without a belt pulley.

Key physical details include an inside mounting leg spacing of 67mm, a pivot hole diameter of 12mm, an adjusting hole diameter of 11mm, and a shaft diameter of 17mm. The mounting points diameter is listed as 85.0, which is useful when checking the alternator against the existing installation before ordering.

The unit is noted as suitable for Mahle applications and carries the note AAK, Cabin Heat Alternator. It is also marked heating/cooling excl. radiator fan, so the stated application should be checked carefully against the vehicle’s electrical and accessory setup.

Key Features

• 12V alternator with 65A charge current
• External regulator type
• Without integrated regulator
• Twin leg alternator mount
• Without belt pulley
• New unit

Specifications

• Brand: MAHLE
• Part No.: MG288
• Product type: Alternator
• Voltage: 12V
• Power rating: 65A
• Alternator charge current: 65A
• Regulator type: External
• Alternator type: Regulator mounted outside of alternator

Fitment guidance

• Listed application families include SAME ASTER, SAME COMPATTO, SAME DELFINO, SAME EXPLORER, SAME FRUTTETO, SAME FRUTTETO 2, SAME GALAXY, SAME HERCULES, SAME JAGUAR, SAME LASER, SAME LEOPARD, SAME SILVER, SAME SOLAR, SAME TAURUS, SAME TIGER, SAME TIGER SIX, SAME TITAN, and SAME TRANSPORTER.
• Sample application references include SAME ASTER 1997 and SAME COMPATTO 1997.
• The application list also shows multiple SAME DELFINO year references, beginning with 1972 and continuing through later years in the supplied data.
• Fitment should still be checked against the existing alternator mount, regulator arrangement, pulley setup, and part number before purchase.

Application and Buying Notes

When comparing this alternator to the unit already fitted, the most important checkpoints are the 12V system, 65A output, external regulator arrangement, and the MG288 part number. The supplied dimensions are also important: 67mm inside mounting legs, 12mm pivot hole diameter, 11mm adjusting hole diameter, and 17mm shaft diameter.

The alternator is listed without an integrated regulator and without a belt pulley, so it is not a universal replacement for every 12V MAHLE application. Confirm whether your vehicle uses an external regulator and whether the pulley and mounting layout match the existing component before ordering.

This unit is noted for AAK, Cabin Heat Alternator use and for heating/cooling excl. radiator fan. Those notes matter because electrical accessories and mounting arrangements can differ even within the same vehicle family. Matching the application family alone is not enough if the physical mounting or regulator style is different.

The one year warranty applies to the replacement part as supplied. As with any alternator purchase, keep the old unit available until the new one has been compared for mount spacing, hole sizes, shaft diameter, and regulator type so there is no ambiguity at installation.

Before supply, the safest approach is to confirm the original unit details against the listed part number, voltage, output rating, mounting arrangement, and pulley configuration. That checking process is standard practice in the parts trade because visually similar units can still differ in service-critical ways.

For workshop, fleet, and equipment applications, accurate identification of part number MG288 helps avoid unnecessary freight, additional labour, and vehicle or machine downtime. Where the application is not straightforward, the original unit, OEM reference, or workshop records should be used as the primary confirmation point.

Relevant published details for this unit include Type ALTERNATOR, Unit of Measure EACH, Warranty One Year, Inside Mounting Legs 67mm, Pivot Hole Diameter 12, Regulator Type External, Suits Unit Make Mahle, Note AAK, Cabin Heat Alternator, New / Reman. New, Heating/Cooling excl. radiator fan.

Additional published details for cross-checking include Supplementary Article/Supplementary Info without integrated regulator, Mounting Bores Distance 67.0, Packaging length 20.8, Packaging height 15.50, Product Group 2 ALTERNATORS, Part No. MG288, Brand MAHLE, Description Mahle Alternator 12V 65A, Adjusting Hole Diameter 11.

Mahle Alternator 12V 65A. Part number MG288 should be checked first. Listed voltage is 12. Listed output rating is 65. These details form the core reference points used by parts interpreters when confirming the correct replacement.

Mount style is Twin Leg. Regulator type is External. Those physical and electrical details should line up with the original unit before the replacement is approved for fitment.

For part number MG288, the normal identification sequence is part number, electrical rating, mounting arrangement, connector or terminal style, and pulley or drive details. Using those checkpoints helps confirm that the listed unit matches the service requirement rather than only looking similar.

For a alternator in workshop, fleet, trade, agricultural, or construction service, the listed voltage 12 and output 65 should be checked carefully. Incorrect selection can affect installation time, return freight, and equipment availability.

Available application references include SAME ASTER, SAME ASTER 1997, SAME COMPATTO, SAME COMPATTO 1997. Even with application listings, final confirmation should still be based on the exact unit being replaced and the service requirements of the vehicle or machine.

Compatibility note: Please confirm compatibility using the MG288 part number, the 12V 65A specification, the external regulator arrangement, and the mounting measurements before ordering. Fitment should be checked against the vehicle application and the existing alternator, as the pulley is not included and the unit is not described as having an integrated regulator.

FAQ

What is the part number for this alternator?

The part number listed is MG288.

What voltage and output does it have?

It is a 12V alternator with a 65A charge current and 65A power rating.

Does it have an internal regulator?

No. It is listed as an external regulator type and as without integrated regulator.

Is a belt pulley included?

No. The alternator is listed as without belt pulley.

What mounting details should I check before buying?

Check the twin leg mount, 67mm inside mounting legs, 67.0 mounting bores distance, 12mm pivot hole diameter, 11mm adjusting hole diameter, and 17mm shaft diameter.

What warranty is supplied?

The listed warranty is one year.