What transmission fluid for a Catalina 270 Perkins 18hp m20

[eusjim1]

It is not in the owners manual. Any help much appreciated

 

[jssailem]

From the Marine Diesel Perkins manual you would use ATF TYPE "A" transmission fluid.

Then there is this info about Type A and other fluid options.

Tech 101: Type A Automatic Transmission Fluid | Rx Mechanic

Here, we shall learn more about Type A Automatic Transmission Fluid, have a glimpse of other types, and how to choose proper oil.

rxmechanic.com

 

[captcoho]

From the Marine Diesel Perkins manual you would use ATF TYPE "A" transmission fluid.
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Then there is this info about Type A and other fluid options.

Tech 101: Type A Automatic Transmission Fluid | Rx Mechanic

Here, we shall learn more about Type A Automatic Transmission Fluid, have a glimpse of other types, and how to choose proper oil.

rxmechanic.com

After reading through the Tech 101..... It would seem to be clear as mud.
The HWB-50 in 1988 called for Dexron lll