Can RX‑202 cassette tray fit RX‑505 deck?

[lioraclev]

Hi everyone,

I'm working on restoring a Nakamichi deck and came across a cassette tray listed as being for the RX‑202. I'm considering whether it might also be compatible with the RX‑505.

I understand that both decks use Nakamichi's UDAR (Unidirectional Auto Reverse) mechanism :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}, but I also know that their transport systems differ significantly — the RX‑505 is a top‑of‑the‑line model with discrete 3‑head classic transport, whereas the RX‑202 uses a Sankyo transport with a combined record/play head

Has anyone tried swapping an RX‑202 tray into an RX‑505? Did it fit mechanically? Were there any issues with alignment, latch engagement, or mechanical compatibility?

Thank you for any insights or experiences.

 

[zedex]

Completely different tray on the 505. A 303 tray would fit a 505. 202 uses the sankyo transport and tray is not similar other than sliding in/out.

 

[nakmandan]

I thought they were the same, but zedex is right. Checking the service manuals for both machines, they have different part numbers. The 303 and 505 use the same tray and taller window. The 202 has a shorter window.