SKF Low Weight Hub Bearing Unit

Hub units must cope with high speeds and massive forces under precise environmental conditions as they are the only structural link between the rotating wheels of the vehicle and its static body. By using a revolutionary material combination and design SKF can help maintain stiffness, endurance and structural integrity in the corrosive and thermal conditions experienced in operation.

A lighter hub bearing unit contributes to lower fuel consumption and related CO2 emissions as well as provides a positive influence on the vehicle dynamics.
The SKF Low Weight Hub Bearing Unit design offers advantages not achieved by competitors in the marketplace, for instance a weight reduction in the range of 20% to 40%, based on the specific design.

Main applications of this innovative product could be premium cars, light commercial vehicles and electric vehicles:

  • Driven and non-driven wheel solutions

SKF develops the most advanced designs using cutting edge technology and "state-of-the-art" manufacturing processes. The design features are:

  • Composite light alloy structural elements
  • Steel raceways
  • Integrated flanges for easy mounting and service
  • High efficiency seals and low drag without sacrificing performance
  • Custom designed stiffness and strength

The SKF Low Weight Hub Bearing Units add value by delivering the following advantages:

  • Light weight solution
  • Reduced CO2 emission
  • Improved fuel economy
  • Improved vehicle dynamics through reduced un-sprung rotating mass

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