207 bearing: complete specifications & equivalents
The 207 is a ISO 15 radial bearing sized 35 x 72 x 17 mm (bore x OD x width). Verify dimensions against the official catalog before ordering.
Specification table
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | SKF |
| Bore diameter d | 35 mm |
| Outer diameter D | 72 mm |
| Width B | 17 mm |
| Material | GCr15 |
| Seal / shield | open |
| Internal clearance | CN |
| Tolerance class | P0 |
| Cage | steel, stamped ribbon (J-type) |
| Basic dynamic load rating C | 27.5 kN |
| Basic static load rating C0 | 22 kN |
| Fatigue load limit Pu | 0.93 kN |
| Reference speed (thermal) | 17000 rpm |
| Limiting speed (mechanical) | 10000 rpm |
| Operating temperature | -40 to +120 °C |
| Mass | 310 g |
| Manufacturer designation | 207 |
| Standard | ISO 15 |
| Catalog version | SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018) |
| Last verified | 2026-09-27 |
Source: catalog reference (SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018)) · extracted 2026-09-27
Parameters extracted from the official SKF Rolling Bearings catalogue (SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018)); SKF® and SKF Explorer® are trademarks of AB SKF, used here for identification only — mpnbase is not an authorized SKF distributor. Boundary dimensions are ISO 15 interchangeable; current production values may differ, verify at skf.com.
Dimensions in inches & 200-series range
| Bore d | 1.378 in |
|---|---|
| Outer diameter D | 2.835 in |
| Width B | 0.669 in |
| ISO bore code | 07 |
| Radial section height (D−d)/2 | 18.5 mm |
| Smallest bore in 200-series | 30 mm |
| Largest outer diameter in 200-series | 180 mm |
| Width range across 200-series | 16–34 mm |
| Bore position in 200-series (smallest first) | 2 of 15 |
| Bore above smallest 200-series size | 5 mm |
Cross references & equivalents
| Equivalent model | Brand | Match level | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6207-RSR | NSK | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | NSK bearing NSK 6207VV on the same 35×72×17 mm envelope, but catalogue C/C0 differ (27.5/22 kN vs 28.2/15.3 kN) — envelope interchange only after a load check. |
| W6207-2RS | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 35×72×17 mm envelope, but the stainless and chrome-steel executions carry different catalogue ratings (27.5/22 kN vs 22.1/15.3 kN) — envelope match, not a load-rating equivalent; choose by corrosion versus load duty. |
| W6207-ZZ | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 35×72×17 mm envelope, but the stainless and chrome-steel executions carry different catalogue ratings (27.5/22 kN vs 22.1/15.3 kN) — envelope match, not a load-rating equivalent; choose by corrosion versus load duty. |
| W6207 | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 35×72×17 mm envelope, but the stainless and chrome-steel executions carry different catalogue ratings (27.5/22 kN vs 22.1/15.3 kN) — envelope match, not a load-rating equivalent; choose by corrosion versus load duty. |
| 207-ZZ | SKF | full Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange. | Same 35×72×17 mm envelope and equivalent catalogue ratings; 207-2Z is the two non-contact shields execution of this size — boundary dimensions interchangeable, only the seal/shield/cage execution differs. |
| 6207 | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 6207 shares the 35×72×17 mm envelope but catalogue C/C0 differ (27.5/22 kN vs 27/15.3 kN) — envelope match, not a load-rating equivalent. |
| 6207-ZZ | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 6207-2Z shares the 35×72×17 mm envelope but catalogue C/C0 differ (27.5/22 kN vs 27/15.3 kN) — envelope match, not a load-rating equivalent. |
| 6207-2RS | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 6207-2RSH shares the 35×72×17 mm envelope but catalogue C/C0 differ (27.5/22 kN vs 27/15.3 kN) — envelope match, not a load-rating equivalent. |
Interchange levels: full standard interchange · partial verify parameters · verify manual confirmation required. Links resolve to the equivalent model's specification page where available.
How the 207 model number is decoded
207 is a filling-slot (notched-ring) deep-groove bearing in the legacy 200-series: the last two digits encode the bore: 207 carries code 07 = 35 mm (code × 5). The rings carry loading slots that allow extra balls during assembly, which is what gives the 35×72×17 mm envelope its C 27.5 kN and C0 22 kN ratings (Pu 0.93 kN). The open 207 carries no shields or seals and relies on application lubrication and external sealing. Limiting speed 10000 r/min, mass 310 g. These bearings are built for high purely-radial loads at moderate speeds.
Typical equipment & failure modes
Common applications
- farm machinery and harvesters
- construction equipment drives
- hoists and winch gear trains
- eccentric and vibratory conveyors
Known failure patterns
- spalling of the filling-slot edge when balls are hammered through the slot under heavy thrust loading
- dirt entering through the open slot area when external sealing is neglected
- electrical pitting in VFD-driven motors without shaft grounding
- edge loading from shaft deflection or housing misalignment
Selection pitfalls — read before you substitute
- 207 uses the legacy SKF 200/300 numbering (light/heavy filling-slot series), not the modern 6200/6300 spelling; quote 207 exactly when ordering replacements.
- Filling-slot bearings take heavy purely-radial load at moderate speed but little thrust; the 27.5/22 kN ratings assume radial loading — use deep-groove 6xxx where axial load matters.
- Shields on 207 retain grease but do not seal against water; for wet farm duty add external lip seals rather than trusting the shield.
- Limiting speed is just 10000 r/min: filling-slot cages and the slot geometry run cooler below that — overspeed drives cage wear and smearing.
- Shields on 207 retain grease but do not seal against water; for wet farm duty add external lip seals rather than trusting the shield.
- Do not preload 207 to silence it: a deep-groove ball bearing is not angular-contact, and axial preload only raises temperature and shortens grease life.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of 207?
Filling-slot bearing 207 measures 35×72×17 mm (1.378×2.835×0.669 in), about 310 g.
What does the designation 207 mean?
It is the legacy 200/300 filling-slot numbering: series 200 and bore code 07 = 35 mm. Filling-slot bearings predate the 6xxx deep-groove spelling.
Is 207 available sealed?
Shielded executions (-2Z, listed here as 207-ZZ) exist; contact-sealed versions are generally not produced for the filling-slot family.
What is a filling-slot bearing?
The inner and outer rings each have a loading slot; when aligned, extra balls can be inserted, raising radial rating (C 27.5 kN for 207). The slots also make the rings separable.
Reviewed & verified by the MPN Base engineering desk against source catalog SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018) on 2026-09-27. Read our editorial & correction policy.