# 3868583 Drive | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

## 🔧 Product Description

Genuine Volvo Penta SX-C2 sterndrive with the 1.66:1 gear ratio, weighing about 66.5 kg and listed for 6 applications on the SX series. It consolidates two earlier numbers, 1146231 and 3868395, one of which was catalogued as an Aquamatic drive.

## 🚤 Compatibility

Typically suits:

-   Volvo Penta SX-C
-   Volvo Penta SX-C1
-   Volvo Penta SX-C2
-   Volvo Penta SX-CT
-   Volvo Penta SX-CT1
-   Volvo Penta SX-CT2

-   **Engine Family:** SX

## ⚙️ Key Features

-   SX-C2, 1.66:1 ratio
-   About 66.5 kg
-   6 applications on the SX series
-   Consolidates 1146231 and 3868395
-   Also supersedes Volvo part number 3868160

## 🔌 Function

Complete sterndrive unit that turns the engine output through the upper and lower bevel gears to the propeller shaft, and carries the steering and trim movement.

## ⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

-   Oil weeping from the seals or an oily film on the leg
-   Drive oil milky or emulsified, showing water ingress
-   Whine or growl from the gears that changes with load
-   Vibration or a knock when engaging gear
-   Corrosion and paint blistering on the castings

## 🛠️ Service Notes

-   The SX-RT2 unit 3868587 shares this 1.66:1 ratio but is a different drive type, so check the drive designation as well as the ratio
-   Heavy unit - plan for lifting gear and freight handling
-   Renew the transom seals, bellows and gimbal bearing while the drive is off, and match the propeller to the ratio

## 🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference

### OEM Supersession Chain

-   3868583 → Supersedes 1146231

### OEM / Related Numbers

-   3868395 earlier number superseded by this part
-   1146231 earlier number superseded by this part

## 📦 Condition

-   Genuine Volvo Penta part
-   Brand new
-   Supplied in original or equivalent packaging

## Details

- **Price:** 17917.03 AUD
- **Vendor:** Volvo Penta
- **Type:** Drives & Propulsion
- **Tags:** Volvo Penta

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 17917.03 AUD | In stock |

## Images

- 3868583 Drive | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

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> Source: [Sawley's Auto and Marine](https://www.sawleysautoandmarine.com.au/products/3868583-drive-genuine-volvo-penta)
> Updated: 2026-09-06