The Wacker Neuson Needle Bearing is a genuine OEM needle bearing designed for the BL744ch, BL744h, BL744c, and BL744 EX backhoe loaders. As a factory-sourced component, it is manufactured to the exact tolerances required by Wacker Neuson, ensuring a correct drop-in fit within the affected assembly. This bearing supports smooth rotational movement in the loader's mechanical linkage, making it a critical part for maintaining operational accuracy and longevity. If you're sourcing, confirm your model number before ordering to ensure this is the correct application.
Key Features
- OEM-Precision Tolerancing — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's exact dimensional specifications for needle bearings, ensuring consistent radial load capacity and minimal play in the bore.
- Direct-Fit Replacement — Seats into the original bearing housing without alteration, maintaining the correct shaft-to-housing clearance as intended by the OEM design.
- Broad BL744 Series Coverage — Confirmed fitment across BL744ch, BL744h, BL744c, and BL744 EX backhoe loader configurations.
- Smooth Load Transfer — A correctly functioning needle bearing allows the mechanical linkage to rotate freely under load; a worn bearing introduces play, vibration, and accelerated wear to surrounding components.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson Part — Sourced directly through the Wacker Neuson OEM supply chain, so you get the same component installed at the factory — not an interpretation of it.
A needle bearing uses a set of thin, cylindrical rollers arranged around a shaft to support radial loads while occupying minimal space. In a backhoe loader, needle bearings are commonly found in pivot points, linkage joints, and drive assemblies where compact bearing packages are required to handle heavy cyclical loads. When a needle bearing wears or fails, the resulting slop in the joint accelerates wear on the shaft and housing, causes imprecise boom or bucket control, and can lead to more costly structural damage if left unaddressed.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100032449 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Needle Bearing |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| BL744ch Backhoe Loader | BL744ch | 5100031800 |
| BL744h Backhoe Loader | BL744h | 5100031801 |
| BL744c Backhoe Loader | BL744c EX | 5100031803 |
| BL744 EX Backhoe Loader | BL744 EX | 5100031804 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
Why Buy From DHS Equipment
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