Mahle Alternator 12V 65A MG279

The Mahle Alternator 12V 65A MG279 is a new alternator supplied as a single unit and intended for 12-volt charging systems. It carries a 65 amp power rating, uses an internal regulator, and is supplied without a belt pulley, so the existing pulley arrangement and belt setup need to match the vehicle application.

This alternator is identified with OEM number 11201935 and part number MG279. The unit is marked for clockwise rotation, has a single leg alternator mount, and uses connector / clamp W with pin code IR165. Those identifiers are the most useful checks when comparing against the original unit.

Physical mounting details are also important on this part. Listed dimensions include a 51 mm mount leg thickness, 10 mm pivot hole diameter, M8 x 1.25 adjusting hole diameter, 50.8 mounting bores distance, and 86.0 mounting points diameter. These measurements should be checked against the removed alternator before ordering.

Key Features

• 12V alternator with 65A output
• Internal regulator
• New unit, supplied each
• Clockwise rotation
• Without belt pulley
• Single leg alternator mount

Specifications

• Brand: Mahle
• Type: Alternator
• Voltage: 12V
• Power rating: 65A
• Charge current: 65A
• Condition: New
• Warranty: One Year
• OEM number: 11201935

Known application groups

• CASE IH, including 2096 and selected MAXXUM applications
• CATERPILLAR 416, 426, 428 and 436 series applications
• DAEWOO INDUSTRIAL G20S/GC20S, G25S/GC25S, G30S/GC30S and G35S/GC35S applications
• INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER MAXXUM applications
• JOHN DEERE 240, 250 and 260 applications including selected year listings
• LIEBHERR L514 applications including 2010 listing
• THERMO KING SB-III and SUPER II applications
• VERMEER P185, V4150 and V4150A applications

Application and Buying Notes

Before ordering, compare the original alternator’s part number, mounting layout and electrical connector against MG279 and OEM number 11201935. The key points on this unit are 12V, 65A, internal regulator, clockwise rotation, single leg mount, and connector / clamp W, so those details need to align with the vehicle or machine already in service.

The pulley arrangement matters because this alternator is supplied without a belt pulley and the pulley section is listed as not applicable. If the original alternator used a different pulley setup, or if the belt and accessory drive arrangement has been changed over time, confirm the correct belt drive arrangement before purchase.

Mounting dimensions are just as important as electrical specs. Check the 51 mm mount leg thickness, 10 mm pivot hole diameter, M8 x 1.25 adjusting hole diameter, 50.8 mounting bores distance, and 86.0 mounting points diameter against the removed unit. A close match here helps avoid installation issues and unnecessary downtime.

If you are matching by application, use the listed make and model group only as a guide and confirm the exact build variant. The fitment list includes CASE IH, CATERPILLAR, DAEWOO INDUSTRIAL, INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER, JOHN DEERE, LIEBHERR, THERMO KING and VERMEER applications, but the safest check remains the alternator part number and the physical dimensions on the machine.

For equipment that has had previous repairs or non-original parts fitted, rely on the existing unit rather than the model badge alone. Alternators can vary by connector type, mounting ear spacing and pulley arrangement even within the same model family, so matching the electrical and mechanical identifiers is the most reliable approach.

This is a new Mahle alternator with a one year warranty, supplied as each. If the charging system problem is not confirmed, it is worth checking the condition of the battery, wiring, regulator circuit and drive belt before installation so the replacement part is assessed in the correct context.

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 MG279 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, Mount Leg Thickness 51mm, Pivot Hole Diameter 10, Pulley Section Not Applicable, Rotation CW, Voltage 12, Item Type Alternator, OEM Number 11201935.

Additional published details for cross-checking include Pulleys without belt pulley, Mounting Bores Distance 50.8, Packaging length 24.8, Packaging height 17.50, Product Group 2 ALTERNATORS, Part No. MG279, Brand MAHLE, Description Mahle Alternator 12V 65A, Adjusting Hole Diameter M8X1.25.

Mahle Alternator 12V 65A. Part number MG279 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 Single Leg. Regulator type is Internal. Pulley configuration is Not Applicable. Those physical and electrical details should line up with the original unit before the replacement is approved for fitment.

Compatibility note: Confirm fitment by comparing part number MG279 and OEM number 11201935 with the existing alternator, along with the 12V 65A rating, clockwise rotation, single leg mount, connector / clamp W, and the listed mounting measurements before ordering.

FAQ

What is the part number for this alternator?

The part number is MG279. The OEM number listed is 11201935.

Is this a 12V or 24V alternator?

It is a 12V alternator with a 65A output.

Does this alternator have an internal regulator?

Yes. The regulator type is listed as internal.

Is a pulley included with this alternator?

No. It is listed as without belt pulley, and the pulley section is not applicable.

What mounting style does it use?

It uses a single leg alternator mount. Listed mounting details include a 51 mm mount leg thickness, 10 mm pivot hole diameter, M8 x 1.25 adjusting hole diameter, 50.8 mounting bores distance, and 86.0 mounting points diameter.

Which applications are listed for this alternator?

Listed application groups include CASE IH, CATERPILLAR, DAEWOO INDUSTRIAL, INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER, JOHN DEERE, LIEBHERR, THERMO KING and VERMEER. Exact fitment should still be confirmed against the part number and mounting details before purchase.