Rolex 3000

Last updated: August 3, 2025
Close-up of a Rolex watch movement showing gears, metal parts, and engraved text.

Brand

Caliber Number

3000

Production Period

1990-2001

Lignes

12.5”’

Diameter

28.5 mm

Height

5.8 mm

Power Reserve

Unconfirmed

Frequency

28,800 bph (4 Hz)

Jewels

27

Escapement

Swiss lever

Anti-Shock Device

KIF

Hand Count

3

Manufacture Region

Unconfirmed

Functions

Hours, Minutes, Seconds

Rolex 3000 Description

A robust, time-only “workhorse” movement that powered iconic no-date models like the Submariner (14060) and Air-King (14000) from the early 90s to early 2000s. Based on the 3035 but without the date, it brought a modern high-beat rate (28,800 bph) to Rolex’s entry-level automatics. It was a solid performer, later succeeded by the improved Caliber 3130.

Watches Using The Rolex 3000 Caliber

A Rolex Oyster Perpetual 14233 watch featuring a black dial, gold bezel, and an elegant two-tone gold and silver metal bracelet.
Oyster Perpetual

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 14233

1995–2001
34mm
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 14203 watch with a silver and gold band, silver dial, and gold hour markers and hands.
Oyster Perpetual

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 14203

1995–2001
34mm
A stainless steel Rolex Air-King 14010 watch featuring a black dial and silver hour markers.
Air-King

Rolex Air-King 14010

1990–2007
34mm
A gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual watch, model 14208, with a brown leather strap and a gray dial, elegantly displays the time at 10:09.
Oyster Perpetual

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 14208

1995–2001
34mm
A silver Rolex Air-King 14000 with a sleek black dial and metal bracelet.
Air-King

Rolex Air-King 14000

1989–2000
34mm
A gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual 14238 wristwatch with a white dial and gold hour markers on a classic gold link bracelet.
Oyster Perpetual

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 14238

1995–2001
34mm
A stainless steel Rolex Explorer 14270 watch with a black dial and silver hour markers, shown on a plain background.
Explorer

Rolex Explorer 14270

1989–2001
36mm