Category:

Z-Ajax C42 YKJTA 5″ X 3.75″

SKU: 4364277

Additional information

Compressor Manufacturer

Ajax

Compressor Model

C42

Year

1976

Condition

Used

Engine Serial Number

74228

Engine Manufacturer

Ajax

Cylinder 1

5

Cylinder 2

3.34

Stock Number

MC1138

Description

C42 Ajax Natural Gas Compressor – 2-Stage, 5″ x 3-3/4″ Cylinder

The C42 Ajax Natural Gas Compressor is a rugged, two-stage reciprocating compressor designed for reliable performance in natural gas gathering, processing, and transmission applications. Featuring a 5″ first-stage cylinder and a 3-3/4″ second-stage cylinder, this unit delivers efficient compression over a wide range of pressures and flow rates.

Built with a focus on durability and simplicity, the C42 utilizes a time-tested design with fewer moving parts, minimizing maintenance and maximizing uptime. Its slow-speed, balanced operation ensures long service life, even in remote or demanding field conditions.

Key Features:

  • Cylinder Configuration: 2-stage with 5″ (first stage) and 3-3/4″ (second stage) bore sizes

  • Fuel Type: Natural gas

  • Proven Ajax reliability: Decades of field-proven performance

  • Efficient gas handling: Optimized for stable flow and compression ratios

  • Low maintenance: Simple mechanics, easy service access, and robust components

  • Ideal for: Field gas compression, gas lift, vapor recovery, and low- to mid-pressure applications

Whether installed as part of a standalone compression station or integrated into a larger system, the C42 Ajax delivers dependable service that operators have trusted for generations.