RE23861 John Deere OEM Drive Coupler | Genuine John Deere Flexible Coupling

The RE23861 John Deere OEM Drive Coupler is an original equipment coupling engineered and supplied by John Deere for use in its machinery and power systems. This component is designed to connect rotating shafts within the drive system, allowing torque to be transmitted efficiently while isolating vibration and compensating for minor misalignment between components.

Unlike aftermarket or OEM-style replacements, the RE23861 is manufactured to John Deere’s exact material, dimensional, and performance specifications. This ensures correct elastomer stiffness, precise hub geometry, and proper balance, all of which are critical to maintaining original equipment performance and reliability.

In John Deere equipment, drive couplers play a vital role in protecting engines, gearboxes, pumps, and driven accessories from torsional shock. The RE23861 is engineered to perform consistently under variable loads, temperature changes, and continuous-duty operating conditions.

Key Features and Benefits

• Genuine John Deere OEM Part – Manufactured and supplied by John Deere, not aftermarket or aftermarket-equivalent.

• Exact Fit and Function – Designed specifically for John Deere equipment with no modifications required.

• Flexible Elastomeric Design – Absorbs torsional vibration and dampens shock loads during operation.

• Smooth Torque Transmission – Maintains consistent, backlash-free power transfer between shafts.

• Misalignment Compensation – Accommodates angular, axial, and parallel shaft misalignment.

• Heavy-Duty Construction – Built for agricultural, industrial, and power equipment environments.

• OEM Reliability – Preserves original equipment performance and service life.

Functional Design and Performance

The RE23861 OEM drive coupler uses a resilient elastomer element bonded to precision-machined metal components. This configuration allows the coupling to act as a torsional buffer, reducing vibration and load spikes that would otherwise be transmitted directly through the drive train.

In agricultural and industrial machinery, torsional vibration is a leading cause of bearing wear, shaft fatigue, and alignment drift. The elastomer element in the RE23861 absorbs these forces, protecting adjacent components and helping maintain mechanical stability over long operating cycles.

Because this is a genuine OEM component, the elastomer hardness, bonding process, and internal geometry are matched exactly to John Deere’s design requirements. This ensures predictable damping behavior and eliminates the risks associated with mismatched aftermarket materials.

Applications and Compatibility

The RE23861 John Deere OEM Drive Coupler is used in a variety of John Deere equipment and systems, including:

• Agricultural machinery and implements

• Engine-driven auxiliary systems

• Power transmission assemblies

• Pump and accessory drive systems

• Scheduled maintenance and equipment rebuilds

This coupler is intended as a direct OEM replacement for original factory-installed units. Using the correct OEM part helps ensure proper alignment, vibration control, and long-term equipment reliability.

Technical Specifications

• OEM Part Number: RE23861

• Manufacturer: John Deere

• Component Type: Flexible elastomeric drive coupler

• Material: Steel hubs with bonded elastomer element

• Function: Torque transmission with vibration damping

• Misalignment Capability: Designed to accommodate angular, axial, and parallel misalignment

• Operating Environment: Agricultural and industrial equipment

• Maintenance: Lubrication-free; inspect during routine service intervals

Performance Advantages of Using OEM

Using the RE23861 genuine John Deere OEM coupler ensures that your equipment operates exactly as designed. Aftermarket couplers may appear similar but often differ in elastomer stiffness, balance, or dimensional tolerances, which can lead to increased vibration, accelerated wear, or premature failure.

This OEM coupler provides consistent performance under load, reduces mechanical stress on connected components, and helps extend the overall service life of the machine. For critical applications, using genuine John Deere parts is essential for maintaining reliability and protecting your investment.

Why Choose Stark Industrial Products

Stark Industrial Products supplies verified genuine OEM industrial components, including original John Deere parts. We do not substitute aftermarket equivalents when OEM parts are specified.

• Genuine OEM parts only

• Fast order processing and secure packaging

• Knowledgeable technical support

• Trusted supplier for agricultural and industrial power transmission components

If you need help confirming compatibility with your specific John Deere equipment or serial range, our team is ready to assist.