National 18685 Wheel Bearing - Front Inner or Front Outer

Brand National 18685
Position Front Inner and Front Outer
Cone Bore (Inch) 1.7500
Cone Bore (MM) 44.4500
Cone Length (Inch) 0.6875
Cone Length (MM) 17.4630
Cone Radius (Inch) 0.1090
Cone Radius (MM) 2.7690
Part Description Taper bearing cone
Fits —115 vehicles

Premium steel construction. Crowned raceways and rollers promote even load distribution.

Taper bearing cone. A wheel bearing component built for smooth, reliable rotation.

Cross-references Gates 18685, 15A11586 and 95X18685 for the same application. See all 15.

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National 18685 Taper Bearing Cone

National 18685 is a taper bearing cone built for wheel bearing service in driveline and axle applications. It uses premium-grade steel with crowned raceways and rollers to promote even load distribution and consistent bearing contact.

For technicians and parts buyers searching wheel bearing cone replacement for National 18685, this component is a direct-fit style taper bearing cone for applications that specify the 1.7500 inch cone bore and 0.6875 inch cone length.

Key Features

  • Taper bearing cone for wheel bearing service
  • Premium-grade steel construction
  • Crowned raceways and rollers for even load distribution
  • Cone bore: 1.7500 in. / 44.4500 mm
  • Cone length: 0.6875 in. / 17.4630 mm
  • Cone radius: 0.1090 in. / 2.7690 mm
  • Part number: 18685

Detailed Description

National 18685 is engineered as a taper bearing cone for wheel bearing assemblies where the specified dimensions match the application. The crowned raceway and roller profile helps maintain uniform load distribution across the bearing surface, while the steel construction supports dependable operation in demanding driveline and axle environments. If you are sourcing a National wheel bearing cone for a wheel bearing repair, this part number 18685 is built to meet the dimensional requirements listed above.

This part cross-references Gates 18685 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

  • Wheel bearing noise caused by worn bearing surfaces
  • Excessive play from a deteriorated taper bearing cone
  • Rough rotation in axle or hub bearing service
  • Dimensional mismatch during wheel bearing replacement
  • Service needs on vehicles using National 18685 bearing specifications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify cone bore, cone length, and cone radius against the original bearing before installation. Clean and inspect the mating race, hub, and spindle surfaces for wear, scoring, or contamination. Proper bearing preload and lubrication are critical for long service life, so follow the vehicle service procedure for the specific make and model. For fitment-based searches such as wheel bearing cone replacement for Honda Civic or Ford F-150, confirm the application by dimensions and OE reference before assembly.

Quality Assurance

National manufactures this taper bearing cone with premium-grade steel and crowned raceways and rollers to support even load distribution. The part is listed under National 18685 and is intended for applications that call for this exact bearing cone specification.

This part fits 115 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelDrive TypeLitersCylindersPositionNotes
1975International2004WD5.0LV8Front Outerwith 63 Front Axle
1975International2004WD5.6LV8Front Outerwith 63 Front Axle
1974International200———Front Outerwith 4WD; with 63 Front Axle; Base Models
1970International1200D———Front Innerwith 4WD
1970International1200D———Front Outerwith 4WD
1969International1200D———Front Innerwith 4WD
1969International1200D———Front Outerwith 4WD
1968DodgeW100 Pickup———Front Outer—
1968DodgeW100 Pickup———Front Inner—
1968DodgeW200 Pickup———Front Outer—
1968DodgeW200 Pickup———Front Inner—
1968FargoW100 Pickup———Front Inner—
1968FargoW100 Pickup———Front Outer—
1968FargoW200 Pickup———Front Outer—
1968FargoW200 Pickup———Front Inner—
1968International1200C———Front Innerwith 4WD
1968International1200C———Front Outerwith 4WD
1967DodgeW100 Series———Front Inner—
1967DodgeW100 Series———Front Outer—
1967DodgeW200 Series———Front Outer—
1967DodgeW200 Series———Front Inner—
1967FargoW100 Panel Delivery———Front Inner—
1967FargoW100 Panel Delivery———Front Outer—
1967FargoW100 Pickup———Front Inner—
1967FargoW100 Pickup———Front Outer—
1967FargoW200 Pickup———Front Outer—
1967FargoW200 Pickup———Front Inner—
1966DodgeW100 Series———Front Inner—
1966DodgeW100 Series———Front Outer—
1966DodgeW200 Series———Front Outer—
1966DodgeW200 Series———Front Inner—
1966FargoW100 Panel Delivery———Front Inner—
1966FargoW100 Panel Delivery———Front Outer—
1966FargoW100 Pickup———Front Inner—
1966FargoW100 Pickup———Front Outer—
1966FargoW200 Pickup———Front Outer—
1966FargoW200 Pickup———Front Inner—
1965DodgeW100 Series———Front Inner—
1965DodgeW100 Series———Front Outer—
1965DodgeW200 Series———Front Outer—
1965DodgeW200 Series———Front Inner—
1965FargoFW100 Panel Delivery———Front Inner—
1965FargoFW100 Panel Delivery———Front Outer—
1965FargoFW100 Pickup———Front Inner—
1965FargoFW100 Pickup———Front Outer—
1964DodgeW100 Series———Front Inner—
1964DodgeW100 Series———Front Outer—
1964DodgeW200 Series———Front Outer—
1964DodgeW200 Series———Front Inner—
1964FargoFW100 Panel Delivery———Front Inner—
1964FargoFW100 Panel Delivery———Front Outer—
1964FargoFW100 Pickup———Front Inner—
1964FargoFW100 Pickup———Front Outer—
1963DodgeW100 Series———Front Inner—
1963DodgeW100 Series———Front Outer—
1963DodgeW200 Series———Front Outer—
1963DodgeW200 Series———Front Inner—
1963FargoFW100 Panel Delivery———Front Inner—
1963FargoFW100 Panel Delivery———Front Outer—
1963FargoFW100 Pickup———Front Inner—
1963FargoFW100 Pickup———Front Outer—
1962DodgeW100 Series———Front Inner—
1962DodgeW100 Series———Front Outer—
1962DodgeW200 Series———Front Outer—
1962DodgeW200 Series———Front Inner—
1962FargoFW100 Panel Delivery———Front Inner—
1962FargoFW100 Panel Delivery———Front Outer—
1962FargoFW100 Pickup———Front Inner—
1962FargoFW100 Pickup———Front Outer—
1961DodgeW100 Series———Front Inner—
1961DodgeW100 Series———Front Outer—
1961DodgeW200 Series———Front Outer—
1961DodgeW200 Series———Front Inner—
1961FargoFW100 Panel Delivery———Front Inner—
1961FargoFW100 Panel Delivery———Front Outer—
1961FargoFW100 Pickup———Front Inner—
1961FargoFW100 Pickup———Front Outer—
1960DodgeW100 Series———Front Inner—
1960DodgeW100 Series———Front Outer—
1960DodgeW200 Series———Front Outer—
1960DodgeW200 Series———Front Inner—
1960FargoFW100 Panel Delivery———Front Inner—
1960FargoFW100 Panel Delivery———Front Outer—
1960FargoFW100 Pickup———Front Inner—
1960FargoFW100 Pickup———Front Outer—
1959DodgeW200 Pickup———Front Outer—
1959DodgeW200 Pickup———Front Inner—
1959FargoFW100 Panel Delivery———Front Inner—
1959FargoFW100 Panel Delivery———Front Outer—
1959FargoFW100 Pickup———Front Inner—
1959FargoFW100 Pickup———Front Outer—
1958DodgeW100 Pickup———Front Outer—
1958DodgeW100 Pickup———Front Inner—
1958DodgeW200 Pickup———Front Outer—
1958DodgeW200 Pickup———Front Inner—
1957DodgeW100 Pickup———Front Outer—
1957DodgeW100 Pickup———Front Inner—
1957DodgeW200 Pickup———Front Outer—
1957DodgeW200 Pickup———Front Inner—
1957InternationalSA120———Front Outer—
1957InternationalSA120———Front Inner—
1957InternationalSA122———Front Outer—
1957InternationalSA122———Front Inner—
1957InternationalSM120———Front Outer—
1957InternationalSM120———Front Inner—
1957InternationalSM122———Front Outer—
1957InternationalSM122———Front Inner—
1956InternationalSA120———Front Outer—
1956InternationalSA120———Front Inner—
1956InternationalSA122———Front Outer—
1956InternationalSA122———Front Inner—
1956InternationalSM120———Front Outer—
1956InternationalSM120———Front Inner—
1956InternationalSM122———Front Outer—
1956InternationalSM122———Front Inner—
Directly replaces or cross-references 15 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Gates — 1868515A1158695X18685102860H390826C915503689922751791712179226742548619500861BR18685BT18685F18685Y18685