Radial Needle Roller

The BERT Transmissions Radial Needle Roller (Part Number 20) is a precision transmission bearing engineered for late-model and modified drag racing and high-performance applications. This needle roller bearing is built to handle the extreme load cycles and shock loads common in counter-shaft designs where reliability directly impacts race results and vehicle longevity.

With an inner diameter of 1.045 inches and outer diameter of 1.300 inches, this bearing is sized to fit BERT transmission counter-shaft applications where needle roller geometry provides superior radial load capacity in a compact envelope compared to ball bearings. Needle rollers distribute loads across a larger contact area, reducing stress concentration and extending bearing life under the repetitive, high-velocity gear mesh conditions typical of manual transmissions in modified vehicles. The compact 0.08 lbs weight and 2.9 x 0.9 x 3-inch footprint ensure integration without altering transmission geometry or mass balance.

This bearing is essential for builders and restorers working with BERT late-model and modified transmissions, particularly in drag racing, street-strip, and competition environments where transmission reliability is non-negotiable. Proper bearing selection and installation are critical to transmission durability; OEM-equivalent or manufacturer-specified bearings like this part prevent premature wear, gear whine, and catastrophic failure during full-throttle acceleration and high-RPM operation. Whether you're rebuilding a BERT transmission or replacing a worn counter-shaft bearing, this genuine part ensures your transmission maintains proper geometry and load distribution.