FRC8285 | Reverse Gear - Layshaft - LT77 Manual Transmission | Defender, Discovery
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Land Rover Part Number: FRC8285 - Reverse Gear - Layshaft - LT77 Transmission
FRC8285 is a reverse gear for the layshaft of LT77 5-speed manual transmissions. Fitted to the layshaft, this component engages the reverse idler to transmit drive in the reverse direction; it features profiled, hardened teeth to withstand reversing loads and occasional shock loads. Where teeth are chipped, worn or misaligned, selection noise or failure to engage reverse can occur, and the gear should be replaced to restore correct meshing and smooth reverse selection when rebuilding or servicing the LT77 gearbox.
Use the compatibility data below to confirm fitment against your V.I.N.
Compatibility
- Defender (1987-2006)
- Discovery 1 (1989-1998) - From VIN FA393361 to WA799999
- Range Rover Classic (1986-1991) - To VIN HA610293
- Range Rover Classic (1992-1994) - From VIN JA610294
Frequently Asked Questions
FRC8285 meshes with the reverse idler and adjacent layshaft gears inside the LT77 gearbox to deliver reverse motion. Its hardened, profiled teeth resist reversing and shock loads; common failure modes are chipped or worn teeth and misalignment, which can cause selection noise or prevent engagement. Inspect the gear when rebuilding the gearbox or if reverse selection is noisy or intermittent.
| Model | Variant |
|---|---|
| Land Rover Defender (1987-2006) | Layshaft - From Suffix F (5 Speed Manual Transmission) |
| Land Rover Defender (1987-2006) | Layshaft - To Suffix E Inclusive (5 Speed Manual Transmission) |
| Land Rover Range Rover Classic (1986-1991) | Layshaft & Reverse Idler - To VIN HA610293 (Manual Transmission) |
| Land Rover Range Rover Classic (1992-1994) | Layshaft - Reverse Idler - From VIN JA610294 (Manual Transmission) |
| Land Rover Discovery 1 (1989-1998) | 4 Cylinder (L318) Layshaft - From VIN FA393361 to WA799999 (Manual Transmission) |
If you are unsure of compatibility with your vehicle, you can also confirm by checking against your V.I.N. Simply reach out to us with your V.I.N and desired part number via our Contact page or use our Finding Part Numbers page.
Replace the reverse gear if teeth are chipped, excessively worn or if reverse selection is noisy or fails to engage; it is also advisable to replace worn layshaft reverse gears when rebuilding the LT77 gearbox to restore correct gear engagement geometry.
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