Bearing Shells

Reinforced Rod Bearings – ACL & King Bearings

Our reinforced rod bearings from ACL and King Bearings deliver outstanding strength, precision, and reliability for high-performance and racing engines. Engineered for extreme RPM and long service life, they provide optimal lubrication, even load distribution, and minimal wear under the toughest thermal and mechanical loads.

With advanced manufacturing, dedicated alloys, and tight tolerances, these bearings ensure an accurate fit and excellent oil-film stability. Friction is reduced, durability increases, and overall performance improves – ideal for turbocharged, supercharged, and naturally aspirated builds in tuning and motorsport.

• High load capacity and stability at high RPM
• Optimized oil grooves and surfaces for a secure oil film
• Tight tolerances for perfect fit and reduced clearance wear
• Proven in ACL Race and King XP applications

Explore our range of reinforced rod bearings to boost reliability, endurance, and performance — on the street and on the track.

Reinforced Rod Bearings | ACL & King Bearings

ACL Pleuellagerschalen Race VW VR6 2.8 2.9 R32 Turbo

ACL Lager ACL Pleuellagerschalen Race VW VR6 2.8 2.9 R32 Turbo

Race-grade rod bearings for VW VR6 / R32 (Golf, Passat, Corrado)
Ideal for turbo, supercharged, and high-performance builds
Hardened steel backing for superior housing support
Enlarged ID chamfers for improved oil flow
With locating lug – designed for steel connecting rods
Standard size (STD), bearing thickness: 1.405 mm
Motorsport part – no returns accepted

€119.90

KING BEARINGS VW R32 VR6 Turbo Pleuellager CR6764XP

King Bearing KING BEARINGS VW R32 VR6 Turbo Pleuellager CR6764XP

King Bearings CR6764XP – XP Race Series
For VW/Audi 2.8 & 3.2L VR6 engines
High-performance rod bearings with locating tangs
Hardened steel backing for maximum load resistance
Flashless design for improved heat transfer
Ideal for turbocharged and high-power engines
6-cylinder set – compatible with forged steel rods

€99.90

KING BEARINGS VW AUDI 1.8T Race Pleuellager CR4104XP

King Bearing KING BEARINGS VW AUDI 1.8T Race Pleuellager CR4104XP

XP Race Series for motorsport use
Standard size (STD) – OEM compatible
Suitable for 1.8T & 16V VW engines
Hardened steel backing shell
No flash-plating – improved heat transfer
Enlarged ID chamfers for better oil flow
With locating lug – ideal for steel rods
Identical top and bottom shells
Designed for turbo and performance builds
Fits many VW engine codes (1984–2008)

€64.90

ACL Pleuellagerschalen Race 1.8T 20V Turbo 4B1606H STD

ACL Lager ACL Pleuellagerschalen Race 1.8T 20V Turbo 4B1606H STD

ACL Race Series for 1.8T performance engines
Standard size (STD), OEM compatible
No flash-plating – improved heat transfer
Hardened steel backing for maximum support
Enlarged ID chamfers for better oil flow
With locating lug – suitable for steel rods
Identical top and bottom shells
Fits many 1.8T VW/Audi/Seat/Skoda engines
Motorsport part – not approved for road use

€75.00

ACL Pleuellager 2.0 TFSI AXX BWA EA113 4B1606H

ACL Lager ACL Pleuellager 2.0 TFSI AXX BWA EA113 4B1606H

ACL Race Series – built for high RPM and stress
Standard size (STD), OEM compatible
Hardened steel backing for added strength
No flash-plating – enhanced heat dissipation
Enlarged ID chamfers for improved oil flow
With locating lug – ideal for steel rods
Identical top and bottom shells
Fits EA113 2.0 TFSI engines (e.g., AXX, BWA, BHZ etc.)
Compatible with VW, Audi, Seat, Skoda
Motorsport part – not road legal

€84.90