Heavy-Duty Turbochargers Now Available from General Truck Parts

At General Truck Parts, we’re expanding our engine component offering with a full line of heavy-duty truck turbochargers from trusted manufacturers like AFA Industries and PAI Industries—available in both new and remanufactured options to fit a wide range of diesel applications.

Whether you’re rebuilding an engine, replacing a failed turbo or upgrading performance, we now stock high-demand models including:

AFA Turbochargers:
A3792328R, A5354472, A4045934, M85020014R, A3527046, D23515635, A5455956R, A5606424, A4352526, A3792786, A5325937, 4W5188, D23522188, 1906210, D23528047, DA4720901880HP, 2395581R, 2900508R, HN-A2882112HP

PAI Turbochargers:
9304, 9279, 9276, 9277, 92760, 92530, 831122OEM, 831121, 681213, 681212, 681203X, 381209

…and many more available through our online catalog of turbochargers and components.

What Does a Turbocharger Do?

A turbocharger is a forced induction device that increases engine efficiency and power by forcing more air into the combustion chamber:

• Exhaust gases spin a turbine
• The turbine drives a compressor
• The compressor pushes more air into the engine
• More air and fuel equals more power and better efficiency

Modern diesel engines rely heavily on turbochargers to:

• Improve horsepower and torque
• Increase fuel efficiency
• Reduce emissions
• Maintain performance at altitude

A Brief History of Turbocharging in Heavy-Duty Engines

Turbocharging has evolved alongside diesel engine innovation from major OEMs like:

• Cummins
• Caterpillar
• Detroit Diesel
• Mack Trucks
• Volvo Trucks
• PACCAR

Key milestones:

• 1950s–1970s: Early adoption in heavy-duty diesel engines
• 1980s–1990s: Widespread use in on-highway trucks
• 2000s–Present: Advanced VGT (Variable Geometry Turbo) systems for emissions and efficiency

Companies like Cummins and Caterpillar pioneered turbo integration, while modern platforms from Volvo, Detroit, and Paccar rely on electronically controlled turbo systems for precise performance.

Cross-Reference Coverage

Our turbochargers cross to major OEM and aftermarket brands, including:

• Holset (Cummins Turbo Technologies)
• BorgWarner / Schwitzer
• Garrett / Honeywell
• OEM numbers from Cummins, CAT, Detroit, Volvo, Mack, and Paccar

This makes it easy to replace OEM turbos, reman units and legacy part numbers.

Complete Turbo Installation Support

We don’t just stock turbochargers—we carry all the supporting components you need for a proper install:

• Turbo gaskets and gasket kits
• Mounting kits and hardware
• Installation kits (oil lines, fittings, seals)
• Cartridges / CHRAs (center housing rotating assemblies)
• VGT actuators and electronic components
• Oil feed and drain components

Replacing these parts during installation is critical to prevent premature turbo failure, ensure proper lubrication and sealing and maintain warranty compliance.

New vs. Remanufactured Turbochargers

We offer both options to fit your needs:

New Turbochargers

• Brand-new components
• Latest revisions and materials
• Maximum lifespan

Remanufactured Turbochargers

• Cost-effective alternative
• Fully rebuilt and tested
• Ideal for budget-conscious repairs

Both AFA and PAI units are built to meet or exceed OEM specifications.

Why Choose General Truck Parts?

• Extensive inventory of hard-to-find turbochargers
• Coverage across all major diesel platforms
• Competitive pricing on new and reman units
• Deep expertise in heavy-duty truck components

Turbochargers are essential to modern diesel engine performance, and having the right unit—along with the correct supporting components—makes all the difference in reliability and efficiency.

With our expanded lineup from AFA and PAI, General Truck Parts is your go-to source for heavy-duty turbocharger solutions across Cummins, Caterpillar, Detroit Diesel, Mack, Volvo, and Paccar applications. Explore our extensive turbocharger inventory or contact us for a quote today.