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Bulldozer Bearings: Components and Bearings

Bulldozers use a metal plate to push soil, sand and other materials around construction sites, industrial factories, engineering projects, military bases, quarries, mines and other project sites. This equipment is an important part of construction and infrastructure development. Bearings keep these machines operational, so choosing high-quality options is vital for superior performance.

WD Bearings has heavy-duty bearings for bulldozers. We design our components for reliable, long-lasting performance in this important equipment.

bulldozer is moving dirt on a construction site

What Is a Bulldozer Bearing? 

Bearings in bulldozers enable rotation and linear motion while reducing friction between two moving parts. These precision-made components allow bulldozers to move at high speeds and carry heavy loads without compromising efficiency.

For bulldozers, bearings need to be precise, reliable and durable with minimal noise and vibration. Bearings from WD Bearings meet these specifications. Our components are designed for specific applications, so you can be sure the bearings will last.

The Physical Influence of Bearings in Bulldozers

When selecting bulldozer roller bearings, consider these factors to make sure you're getting the best part:

  • Noise level
  • Corrosion resistance
  • Rate of speed
  • Material standards and specifications

Overall Bearing Life

Bulldozer bearings from WD Bearings have a long life span when properly installed in equipment. You can expect your bearings to offer impressive performance for a while before they need to be replaced. Managing the load placed on the bearings and ensuring ideal lubrication, operating conditions and speed maximize overall bearing life.

Product Consistency

Bearings for bulldozers must be uniform, so you can expect the same quality, performance, reliability and specifications from each part. WD Bearings values product consistency to support your bulldozer's operation and performance. With our uniformly made bearings, you can produce equipment that avoids issues stemming from friction and uneven wear.

Fracture Resistance

Bulldozer bearings need to withstand high force and pressure. Products from WD Bearings are designed to maintain their integrity through vibrations, impacts, significant loads and more.

Common Bearing Types

WD Bearings has many distinct bearings for bulldozers, including:

Tapered Roller Bearings

Bulldozer roller bearings have a cup and cone assembly with a tapered cylinder to support combined loads. Their rolling function allows the bearings to facilitate axial and radial loading with minimal friction. In a bulldozer, you can use a tapered roller bearing in the transmission or gearbox.

Deep Groove Ball Bearings

Deep groove ball bearings have grooves in their inner and outer rings to support radial and axial loads in both directions. Since deep groove ball bearings are some of the most common bearing types, they are used in low-noise and vibration applications.

Needle Roller Bearings

Needle roller bearings have a cylinder to provide the rolling function that facilitates medium to heavy radial loading and low friction. With a needle roller bearing , the length is greater than the diameter, and this component is commonly used for bulldozer gearboxes and transmissions.

Take Advantage of High-Quality Bearings for Bulldozers

WD Bearings is a trusted source for quality-made, reliable bulldozer bearing components. Contact us today to order our products or request more information.

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Success Testimonials

They listened to my requirements and preferences for the design of my application and were able to offer lots of ideas to meet my needs. One year later, I am confident I have more seasons of use remaining in the bearings.

U.S. Agriculture OEM

WD listened to our requirements when we needed to refresh an aging design following a change in direction. They presented several options with a patiently designed hybrid solution.

European Gearbox OEM

The documentation at WD is clear and precise and the combination of hands on experience there is obviously of a professional nature. I would recommend WD to anyone.

Forklift OEM

WD listened to our needs and accurately provided high-quality bearing products that fully met our requirements. These ensure that our customers have a high level of trust in the quality of our products.

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