33895-33822 bearing: complete specifications & equivalents

The 33895-33822 is a ISO 355 radial bearing sized 53.975 x 95.25 x 27.783 mm (bore x OD x width). Verify dimensions against the official catalog before ordering.

Bearing dimension schematic Front view shows outer diameter D and bore d; side section shows width B. D = 95.25 mm d = 53.975 B = 27.783 mm side section front view
Principal dimensions: bore d 53.975 mm, outer diameter D 95.25 mm, width B 27.783 mm. Schematic, not to scale.

Specification table

ParameterValue
Brand SKF
Bore diameter d 53.975 mm
Outer diameter D 95.25 mm
Width B 27.783 mm
Material GCr15
Seal / shield open
Internal clearance CN
Tolerance class P0
Cage steel, stamped ribbon (J-type)
Basic dynamic load rating C 129 kN
Basic static load rating C0 137 kN
Fatigue load limit Pu 16 kN
Reference speed (thermal) 5600 rpm
Limiting speed (mechanical) 7000 rpm
Operating temperature -40 to +120 °C
Mass 810 g
Manufacturer designation SKF 33895/33822
Standard ISO 355
Catalog version SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018), ch. 8.2 inch single-row TRB
Last verified 2026-09-28

Source: catalog reference (SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018), ch. 8.2 inch single-row TRB) · extracted 2026-09-28

Parameters extracted from the official SKF Rolling Bearings catalogue (SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018), ch. 8.2 inch single-row TRB); 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 & 33800-series range

Bore d 2.125 in
Outer diameter D 3.75 in
Width B 1.094 in
ISO bore code —
Radial section height (D−d)/2 20.6 mm
Smallest bore in 33800-series 53.975 mm
Largest outer diameter in 33800-series 95.25 mm
Width range across 33800-series 27.783–27.783 mm
Bore position in 33800-series (smallest first) 1 of 1
Bore above smallest 33800-series size 0 mm

Cross references & equivalents

Equivalent modelBrandMatch levelNote
33895-33822-NTN NTN full
Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange.
Identical ISO 15 envelope, seal and ratings band — standard interchange; re-verify precision class and clearance per supplier.
33895-33822 Timken full
Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange.
Same inch-series cone/cup boundary envelope (d/D/T); load ratings and speed limits are brand-specific and may differ.

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 33895-33822 model number is decoded

For a 53.975 mm shaft the usual cone seat is k5 with an H7 housing when the inner ring rotates; arrange two 33895 bearings as a set for two-direction location and set clearance from the load diagram, never from assembly feel. Load system: the 129 kN basic dynamic rating C and 137 kN static rating C0 give a C0/C balance of 1.06, and dividing C by the 53.975 mm bore yields 2.39 kN per millimetre of journal — a density metric that compares across families; the 16 kN fatigue limit Pu is the floor beneath which the adjusted-life calculation drops below acceptable L10 hours for a 53.975 mm shaft carrying variable duty. Why the cup reference matters here: in the 33800-series tables the 33895 cone appears against several cup options. 33895 is the pairing with 33822, and that choice — not the cone — fixes the 95.25 mm OD, the raceway track position and the 27.783 mm assembled width.33895 is a single-row tapered roller bearing in the 33800-series inch series: a separable cone-and-cup design for combined radial and one-direction axial load, listed by SKF in SKF catalogue PUB BU/P1 17000.Reading the designation: 33895 follows the Timken-style inch convention — the cone (inner ring with rollers) and cup (outer ring) are quoted as a pair separated by a slash, and the 33800-series code identifies the dimensional series. The 53.975 mm bore, 95.25 mm OD and 27.783 mm width are the metric equivalents of the inch boundary dimensions. In SKF suffix language a bare 33895 is the standard execution; B marks a larger contact angle and Q or J2 mark clearance/cage variants, all quoted separately. At 5,600 r/min reference speed the 20.6 mm-section 33895 is governed thermally by preload and lubricant flow; grease or oil selection should be made against that value, with 7,000 r/min as the mechanical ceiling.

Typical equipment & failure modes

Common applications

  • differential and pinion drives
  • pump and compressor shafts
  • machine-tool spindles
  • pump and compressor shafts

Known failure patterns

  • cup or cone misalignment when the separable rings are not seated square during mounting
  • loose cup rotation in the housing when the specified press fit is not achieved
  • preload loss as the mounted pair relaxes, letting rollers skid and smear the raceways
  • preload loss as the mounted pair relaxes, letting rollers skid and smear the raceways
  • pressed-steel cage wear or fracture after prolonged running above the limiting speed
  • brinelling from pressing the cone or cup home through the rollers

Selection pitfalls — read before you substitute

  • On this 53.975 mm bore, interference and temperature rise consume clearance inside a preloaded pair; calculate the residual clearance after mounting and at operating temperature — an over-tight 33895 pair heats, loses setting control and smears the roller-rib contact.
  • The 320 series at 53.975 mm bore (95.25×27.783 mm) is the low-friction, higher-speed section; it carries less thrust than a 302 of the same bore, so verify the axial load share before swapping.
  • A single 33895 cannot locate the shaft axially in both directions; mounting it singly on a reversing-thrust shaft leaves one direction uncontrolled — always use an O or X matched pair for bidirectional location.
  • At the 129 kN rating of 33895, preload class changes stiffness by tens of percent but also heat generation; select light preload for the 7,000 r/min speed end and heavier preload only where moment stiffness dominates.
  • Open 33895 units need application-supplied sealing and a defined EP lubricant supply; the roller-rib contact is the first to fail when the additive film breaks down.
  • The 129/137 kN ratings are SKF catalogue 17000 values for the basic execution; SKF can revise internal geometry without changing the order number, so keep the catalogue version (PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN, 2018) with the specification and re-verify for critical drives.
  • SKF lists several executions of 33895 (basic, B steeper angle, Q/J2 clearance variants); they are not interchangeable order numbers — quote the full SKF 33895/33822 designation when purchasing and match the execution to the mounting arrangement.

Frequently asked questions

How does 33895 compare with a ball bearing of the same bore?

A tapered roller bearing has line contact and a steep contact angle: much higher combined axial-plus-radial capacity and shock resistance than a ball bearing of the same bore, at the cost of speed, one-direction thrust, mandatory pairing for reversing loads and a minimum axial load requirement. A ball bearing cannot be dropped into a combined-load 33895 position and vice versa — verify load direction, Fa/Fr ratio and speed before substituting.

What shaft and housing fits suit 33895?

For a rotating shaft under normal load, seat the cone on a k5 shaft fit; the cup is usually a loose-to-transition fit in the housing so it can creep slightly and distribute wear. Chamfer and shoulder diameters must clear the bearing rings so the 27.783 mm-wide cup seats square; the mounting setting (end play or preload) is set by the axial position of the cup relative to the cone.

Is 33895 interchangeable with other brands?

Inch-series tapered roller bearings follow a long-standing industry boundary plan, so cones and cups of the same basic number are generally dimensionally interchangeable across manufacturers. However, internal geometry, cage design and load ratings differ by brand, so for paired or precision applications keep both halves of the set from one manufacturer — or re-verify ratings and setting when mixing.

What are the dimensions and catalogue data of 33895?

The SKF 33895/33822 is a single-row tapered roller bearing with 53.975 mm bore, 95.25 mm outer diameter and 27.783 mm width (2.125 × 3.75 × 1.094 in). From SKF catalogue PUB BU/P1 17000: basic dynamic load rating C 129 kN, C0 137 kN, fatigue load limit Pu 16 kN, reference speed 5,600 r/min, limiting speed 7,000 r/min, mass about 810 g. It is an open, separable bearing with a pressed-steel cage.

How does the 33895 inch-series designation work?

Inch-series tapered roller bearings use a Timken-style cone/cup convention: the number before the slash identifies the cone (inner ring with roller and cage assembly), the number after the slash identifies the cup (outer ring), and the 33800-series code marks the dimensional series. The metric dimensions 53.975×95.25×27.783 mm are the converted equivalents of the original inch boundary dimensions.

Reviewed & verified by the MPN Base engineering desk against source catalog SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018), ch. 8.2 inch single-row TRB on 2026-09-28. Read our editorial & correction policy.