SKF 47697 Wheel Seal - Rear or Rear Inner

SKF Rear Wheel Seal for Driveline Service

The SKF 47697 wheel seal is a rear wheel seal built for axle and hub sealing service where dependable grease and lubricant retention matter. It uses a nitrile sealing surface and precise dimensions to support a secure seal in rear wheel applications, including heavy-duty truck service where brake maintenance intervals depend on consistent sealing performance.

For technicians servicing rear axle hubs on Ford, Freightliner, and International applications, the SKF 47697 offers a direct-fit sealing solution with the dimensional accuracy needed for repeatable service work.

Key Features

• Part number 47697 rear wheel seal from SKF
• Nitrile sealing surface type for hub and axle sealing applications
• Width: 1.125 in.
• Outside diameter: 6.316 in.
• Shaft diameter: 4.766 in.
• Designed for rear wheel sealing service in driveline and axle systems
• Cross-reference: 296440C91

Product Details

SKF’s Wheel Scotseal - Rear Wheel line is built around the Scotseal Classic design, a long-running sealing platform used in trucking applications for dependable rear wheel service. The 47697 seal is specified with a 6.316-inch outside diameter, 4.766-inch shaft diameter, and 1.125-inch width, giving it the dimensional profile needed for proper hub fitment. The nitrile sealing surface supports sealing at the wheel end where contamination control and lubricant retention are critical.

This part number 47697 is a practical choice for rear wheel seal replacement on Ford, Freightliner, and International trucks when the original seal specification calls for this size and sealing style. SKF manufactures these components to controlled quality standards for consistent service life and safe operation in demanding driveline environments.

Common Problems This Seal Helps Address

• Gear oil or grease leakage at the rear wheel hub
• Contamination entering the wheel end during service intervals
• Seal wear that can lead to brake component contamination
• Loss of sealing integrity after hub or axle maintenance
• Repeat seal failure caused by incorrect size or sealing surface selection

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the seal dimensions against the hub and shaft before installation. Use SKF tools and procedures during installation to help prevent damage to the sealing lip and to support proper seating. Inspect the axle, hub bore, and sealing surface for wear, scoring, or contamination before installing the new seal. Clean mating surfaces thoroughly and confirm the seal is oriented correctly for rear wheel service.

For fitment-based searches, this part is commonly referenced for rear wheel seal service on Ford, Freightliner, and International truck applications. Confirm the OE specification before ordering, especially when matching a rear wheel seal by size and application.

Quality Assurance

SKF designs and manufactures its sealing products to controlled quality standards for long service life and safe operation. The Scotseal Classic platform has been used in trucking applications for decades, and SKF field experience supports its use in rear wheel sealing service when installed correctly.