The Timken Company announced an expanded portfolio of Timken tapered roller bearing sets, hub units, and seals for medium-duty vehicles.
Until recently, access to replacement bearings and hubs for vehicles in weight Classes 4-6 was limited, according to the manufacturer. With the expanded product portfolio, Timken has made it easier for fleet owners and operators to purchase long-lasting, premium bearings with precision profiles, tight tolerances and enhanced surface finishes. The company noted that tests show Timken bearings last more than four times longer than popular original equipment bearings, a difference that can increase productivity for medium-duty vehicles.
Recent research indicates the medium-duty vehicle market sector is growing at a faster pace than the global gross domestic product, due to rising demand for freight mobility and more efficient in-city deliveries, according to the company.