National 462 Wheel Bearing - Rear Outer

National 462 Taper Bearing Cone

The National 462 taper bearing cone is built for driveline and axle service where consistent load handling matters. It uses premium-grade steel with crowned raceways and rollers to promote even load distribution in wheel bearing applications.

Key Features

• Part number: 462
• Taper bearing cone for wheel bearing service
• Premium-grade steel construction
• Crowned raceways and rollers for even load distribution
• Cone bore: 2.2500 in. / 57.1500 mm
• Cone length: 1.1542 in. / 29.3170 mm
• Cone radius: 0.0930 in. / 2.3620 mm

Detailed Description

National 462 is a taper bearing cone used in wheel bearing assemblies where precise roller contact and stable load support are required. The crowned raceway design helps distribute forces more evenly across the bearing surface, while the premium steel construction supports durability in demanding driveline and axle environments. This part number 462 is also referenced in cross applications such as SKF BR462 and Carlson 13312.

For fitment-based searches, this bearing cone is commonly researched for wheel bearing replacement on National 462 applications and related axle service jobs. It is a direct-fit style component for applications that call for the specified cone dimensions and taper bearing design.

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
• Load distribution issues in bearing assemblies
• Replacement needs during driveline and axle maintenance

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify cone bore, length, and radius against the original bearing before installation. Clean and inspect the mating components, races, and spindle surfaces for wear or scoring. Proper bearing preload and lubrication are critical for long service life, so follow the vehicle service procedure for the specific make/model application. Fits 2006-2011 Honda Civic, front right only when the application calls for this bearing specification.

Quality Assurance

National manufactures this taper bearing cone with premium-grade steel and crowned raceways and rollers to support even load distribution. Confirm part number 462 and dimensional match before installation to ensure the correct wheel bearing service part is selected for the vehicle.