Product Overview

The universal joint, size 48mm x 161mm (Scania P400/P420, Volvo application), connects sections of a driveshaft while allowing power to transmit smoothly through changing angles as the suspension moves and the drivetrain operates. It works under constant torque and angular movement, and its cross bearings wear over time, which makes it a steady replacement item in the driveshaft category for heavy trucks.

A worn or failed universal joint can cause vibration, noise, and, if left too long, a driveshaft failure, so a precisely made replacement matters. GSK Auto manufactures this universal joint to OEM specification at our Ningbo, China facility, with every unit tested before packing. We supply at wholesale volume with low MOQ and support private label packaging, with our team available to confirm the size and fitment before shipping.

Replacement OEM Numbers

Cross-Reference OE Number

Volvo 6885565; Scania 1765829, 1879538, 2204664, 1766466, 1797424, 294269, 294383, 1541070, 304730, 337059, 337080, 338787, 345807

What Is a Universal Joint?

Function: The universal joint (U-joint) links two rotating shaft sections in a driveshaft, allowing torque to transfer between them even as the angle between the shafts changes with suspension and drivetrain movement.

Working Principle: A cross-shaped spider sits between two yokes, one on each shaft section, with a bearing cap at each of the spider's four arms. As the driveshaft rotates and its angle shifts, the cross pivots within the bearing caps, letting the two shaft sections keep transmitting rotational power smoothly through the changing angle.

Importance: The universal joint is essential to keeping power flowing evenly through the driveshaft under changing operating angles. A worn joint can create vibration and driveline noise, and if it fails completely, it can cause a loss of drive or damage to surrounding components.

Common Failures & Signs: Vibration that increases with vehicle speed. Clunking or knocking noise when shifting between drive and reverse. Squeaking noise from a dry or worn bearing cap. Visible rust stains or grease leakage around the bearing caps. Play or looseness when checking the joint by hand. Driveshaft failure in severe cases.

Key Features

OEM-standard sizing - matches the factory 48mm x 161mm dimension for the Scania P400/P420 and Volvo application.

Greasable design - built with a central grease nipple for ongoing lubrication.

Durable bearing caps - built to handle sustained torque and angular movement.

Direct replacement - installs in place of the original universal joint, matched by size and application.

Tested before shipment - every unit checked before packing.

Benefits

Importers - covers universal joint demand from a single sourcing partner.

Wholesalers - a steady replacement item in the heavy truck driveshaft category.

Repair Shops - tested units reduce comeback risk on a common driveline repair.

Distributors - private label packaging available for building a branded catalog.

Packaging & Shipping

Standard export cartons. Customized packaging available for distributor branding. OEM-style and private label printing on request. Container loading handled directly, with mixed-SKU consolidation for smaller orders. Worldwide shipping to Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia.

Why Choose GSK Auto

GSK Auto manufactures factory-direct, keeping pricing tied to production cost. This universal joint is built to OEM specification and tested before packing. We support low MOQ, private label packaging, and worldwide shipping, with our technical team available to confirm the size and fitment before you order.

Call to Action

Sourcing universal joints by size or OEM number? Contact GSK Auto for a wholesale quote, catalog, or OEM/private label cooperation.