The Genie 7-229-683GT Planet Gear Carrier Assembly is a genuine OEM component built for Genie GTH series telehandlers, including the GTH-636, GTH-644, GTH-842, and GTH-844. As a direct OEM replacement, this assembly is manufactured to the same specifications as the original part, ensuring correct fit and dimensional conformity right out of the box. Cross-reference part number 7-229-683GT against your machine's parts manual to confirm this is the correct assembly for your unit before ordering.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction — Manufactured to original Genie specifications, delivering the dimensional accuracy and material grade required for a carrier assembly operating under load in a planetary gear set.
- Direct OEM Replacement — Engineered to install in place of the original assembly with no adaptation, maintaining correct gear alignment and carrier geometry.
- Broad GTH Telehandler Fitment — Confirmed fit for Genie GTH-636, GTH-644, GTH-842, and GTH-844 telehandlers; verify against your serial number and parts manual before ordering.
- Structural Integrity Under Demand — A sound planet gear carrier keeps the planetary gear set assembled and correctly phased, enabling smooth, consistent power transfer through the drivetrain. A worn or damaged carrier causes gear misalignment, noise, and accelerated wear to the surrounding components.
- Trusted OEM Sourcing — Supplied by DHS Equipment as a genuine Genie part, giving you confidence that the assembly matches the original specification for your GTH telehandler.
A planet gear carrier assembly is the structural hub that houses and positions the planet gears within a planetary gear set. It holds the planet gears at equal spacing around the sun gear, allowing them to rotate on their own axes while orbiting together as a unit — this coordinated motion is what multiplies torque or reduces speed depending on which element is driven. When the carrier develops cracks, worn gear bores, or damaged retaining features, the planet gears lose their precise positioning, leading to uneven loading, gear noise, and eventual failure of the entire planetary assembly. Replacing a worn carrier with a correct OEM unit restores proper gear geometry and protects the surrounding components from secondary damage.
Part Details
| Part Number | 7-229-683GT |
|---|---|
| Brand | Genie |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Planet Gear Carrier Assembly |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| GTH-644 | GTH-644 |
| GTH-844 | GTH-844 |
| GTH-842 | GTH-842 |
| GTH-636 | GTH-636 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
Why Buy From DHS Equipment
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