3868586 Drive | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

🔧 Product Description

Genuine Volvo Penta SX-CT2 sterndrive with the 1.97:1 gear ratio, weighing about 60 kg and listed for 6 applications on the SX series. It supersedes part number 3868397, catalogued earlier 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-CT2, 1.97:1 ratio
• About 60 kg
• 6 applications on the SX series
• Supersedes 3868397

🔌 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

• This is an SX-CT2, not an SX-C2 - the CT2 and C2 sit side by side in the range, so read the full 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

• 3868586 → Supersedes 3868397

OEM / Related Numbers

• 3868397 earlier number superseded by this part

📦 Condition

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