{"id":1006,"date":"2026-06-02T03:08:27","date_gmt":"2026-06-02T03:08:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/automatictransmissionpart.com\/?post_type=product&#038;p=1006"},"modified":"2026-06-02T03:08:27","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T03:08:27","slug":"ep-hs-series-scania-universal-joint","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/automatictransmissionpart.com\/nb\/produkt\/ep-hs-series-scania-universal-joint\/","title":{"rendered":"EP-HS Series SCANIA Universal Joint"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; min-width: 100%; font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif; color: #1a2340; line-height: 1.75;\">\n<div style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; min-width: 100%; background: linear-gradient(135deg,#0a2a6e 0%,#1565c0 50%,#0288d1 100%); padding: 48px 5% 52px 5%; box-sizing: border-box; text-align: center;\">\n<p style=\"color: #90caf9; letter-spacing: 3px; text-transform: uppercase; margin: 0 0 10px 0;\">EP-HS Series \u2014 Heavy-Duty Driveline Components<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"color: #ffffff; margin: 0 0 16px 0; line-height: 1.2;\">EP-SCANIA Universal Joint<\/h1>\n<p style=\"color: #e3f2fd; margin: 0 auto 24px auto;\">Engineered for demanding SCANIA truck and bus driveline applications \u2014 precision-forged, dynamically balanced, and built to last across the toughest routes in Latin America and beyond.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"color: #0a2a6e; text-align: center; margin-top: 0;\">1. EP-HS Series SCANIA Universal Joint \u2014 Part Number Reference &amp; Dimensions<\/h2>\n<p style=\"color: #546e7a; margin-bottom: 28px;\">Complete cross-reference for SCANIA HS universal joint replacement parts. Dimensions shown as Diameter (\u03c6) \u00d7 Overall Length (mm). FIG type describes yoke configuration (A = flange yoke, J = slip yoke).<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; min-width: 100%; overflow-x: auto; -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch; box-sizing: border-box;\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%; min-width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; table-layout: fixed; background: #ffffff; box-shadow: 0 2px 12px rgba(0,0,0,0.07);\">\n<colgroup>\n<col style=\"width: 14%;\" \/>\n<col style=\"width: 7%;\" \/>\n<col style=\"width: 20%;\" \/>\n<col style=\"width: 11%;\" \/>\n<col style=\"width: 14%;\" \/>\n<col style=\"width: 16%;\" \/>\n<col style=\"width: 18%;\" \/> <\/colgroup>\n<thead>\n<tr style=\"background: linear-gradient(90deg,#0a2a6e 0%,#1565c0 60%,#0288d1 100%);\">\n<th>GKN NO.<\/th>\n<th>FIG<\/th>\n<th>SIZE (\u03c6 mm \u00d7 mm)<\/th>\n<th>SERIES<\/th>\n<th>SCANIA OEM No.<\/th>\n<th>ORIGINAL NO.<\/th>\n<th>Max. Torque (Nm)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background: #ffffff;\">\n<td>HS239S<\/td>\n<td>J<\/td>\n<td>\u03c638\u00d7148<\/td>\n<td>\u2014<\/td>\n<td>294380<\/td>\n<td>\u2014<\/td>\n<td>1,800<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background: #eef2fb;\">\n<td>HS239T<\/td>\n<td>J<\/td>\n<td>\u03c638\u00d7148<\/td>\n<td>\u2014<\/td>\n<td>337058<\/td>\n<td>\u2014<\/td>\n<td>1,800<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background: #ffffff;\">\n<td>HS244<\/td>\n<td>EN<\/td>\n<td>\u03c639\u00d7127<\/td>\n<td>\u2014<\/td>\n<td>169144<\/td>\n<td>750614<\/td>\n<td>2,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background: #eef2fb;\">\n<td>HS176<\/td>\n<td>EN<\/td>\n<td>\u03c639.175\u00d7115.42<\/td>\n<td>1500<\/td>\n<td>750610<\/td>\n<td>77187<\/td>\n<td>2,100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background: #ffffff;\">\n<td>HS380<\/td>\n<td>EN<\/td>\n<td>\u03c644\u00d7126<\/td>\n<td>300<\/td>\n<td>550613<\/td>\n<td>750602<\/td>\n<td>2,800<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background: #eef2fb;\">\n<td>-178258<\/td>\n<td>EN<\/td>\n<td>\u03c644\u00d7149<\/td>\n<td>\u2014<\/td>\n<td>178258<\/td>\n<td>264043<\/td>\n<td>2,900<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background: #ffffff;\">\n<td>HS316<\/td>\n<td>EN<\/td>\n<td>\u03c647.62\u00d7134.9<\/td>\n<td>1600<\/td>\n<td>78060<\/td>\n<td>\u2014<\/td>\n<td>3,200<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background: #eef2fb;\">\n<td>HS268S<\/td>\n<td>J<\/td>\n<td>\u03c648\u00d7161<\/td>\n<td>\u2014<\/td>\n<td>294383<\/td>\n<td>365913<\/td>\n<td>3,600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background: #ffffff;\">\n<td>HS268T<\/td>\n<td>J<\/td>\n<td>\u03c648.05\u00d7161<\/td>\n<td>\u2014<\/td>\n<td>337059<\/td>\n<td>365901<\/td>\n<td>3,600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background: #eef2fb;\">\n<td>HS381<\/td>\n<td>EN<\/td>\n<td>\u03c650\u00d7152.6<\/td>\n<td>284.4<\/td>\n<td>550613<\/td>\n<td>750613<\/td>\n<td>4,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background: #ffffff;\">\n<td>HS280<\/td>\n<td>EN<\/td>\n<td>\u03c650\u00d7164<\/td>\n<td>\u2014<\/td>\n<td>207563<\/td>\n<td>264044<\/td>\n<td>4,200<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background: #eef2fb;\">\n<td>-294385<\/td>\n<td>EN<\/td>\n<td>\u03c657\u00d7161<\/td>\n<td>\u2014<\/td>\n<td>294385<\/td>\n<td>\u2014<\/td>\n<td>5,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background: #ffffff;\">\n<td>HS292S<\/td>\n<td>J<\/td>\n<td>\u03c657\u00d7164<\/td>\n<td>\u2014<\/td>\n<td>294385<\/td>\n<td>366441<\/td>\n<td>5,200<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background: #eef2fb;\">\n<td>HS292T (U954)<\/td>\n<td>J<\/td>\n<td>\u03c657\u00d7164<\/td>\n<td>\u2014<\/td>\n<td>337060<\/td>\n<td>366437<\/td>\n<td>5,200<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #78909c; margin-top: 14px; text-align: center;\"><em>\u03c6 = journal trunnion diameter. Overall length measured between bearing cup outer faces. Max. Torque values are indicative for standard operating angles (\u22646\u00b0) at rated temperature.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1009\" src=\"https:\/\/automatictransmissionpart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/automatictransmissionpart-products-EP-HS-Series-SCANIA-Universal-Joint-draft.webp\" alt=\"automatictransmissionpart-products-EP-HS Series SCANIA Universal Joint-draft\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/automatictransmissionpart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/automatictransmissionpart-products-EP-HS-Series-SCANIA-Universal-Joint-draft.webp 1000w, https:\/\/automatictransmissionpart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/automatictransmissionpart-products-EP-HS-Series-SCANIA-Universal-Joint-draft-980x490.webp 980w, https:\/\/automatictransmissionpart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/automatictransmissionpart-products-EP-HS-Series-SCANIA-Universal-Joint-draft-480x240.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1000px, 100vw\" \/><!-- Introduction Section --><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"color: #0a2a6e; border-left: 5px solid #1565c0; padding-left: 14px; margin-top: 0;\">2. What Is a SCANIA Universal Joint?<\/h2>\n<p>EN <strong>SCANIA Universal Joint<\/strong> \u2014 commonly called a U-joint or cardan joint \u2014 is a rigid mechanical coupling that connects two rotating shafts whose axes are not perfectly aligned. In heavy-duty trucks and coaches built on SCANIA platforms, the universal joint sits at critical transition points of the driveline: between the gearbox output and the propeller shaft, between shaft segments, and at the differential input. Without a reliable SCANIA universal joint, no amount of engine power can be transferred cleanly to the driven axle. Any wear, play, or fracture in the joint produces vibration, noise, and ultimately driveline failure \u2014 which is why choosing a replacement that matches OEM geometry and material grades is absolutely non-negotiable for fleet operators and independent workshops alike.<\/p>\n<p>Our EP-HS Series covers the complete range of SCANIA universal joint sizes used across SCANIA P, G, R, and S series trucks as well as Interlink and OmniExpress coach platforms. Each part number in the series has been dimensionally verified against original SCANIA specifications and stress-tested to confirm load ratings suitable for gross vehicle weights up to 40 tonnes on paved roads and the demanding unpaved corridors common throughout Colombia, Brazil, and other high-growth commercial-transport markets in Latin America.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- Key Advantages --><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"color: #0a2a6e; margin-top: 0px;\">3. Fem viktige produktfordeler<\/h2>\n<p style=\"color: #546e7a; margin-bottom: 36px;\">Why fleet engineers, spare-parts distributors, and workshop technicians across the Americas specify our EP-HS Series SCANIA Universal Joint.<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 20px; width: 100%; max-width: 100%; min-width: 100%; box-sizing: border-box;\">\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 260px; background: #ffffff; border-radius: 8px; padding: 26px 22px; box-shadow: 0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.07); border-top: 4px solid #1565c0;\">\n<div style=\"color: #1565c0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">\u25cf<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #0a2a6e;\">OEM-Matched Geometry<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #455a64;\">Every journal cross diameter, cup outer diameter, and overall length in our EP-HS SCANIA Universal joint range has been verified directly against original SCANIA engineering drawings. From the compact HS239S (\u03c638\u00d7148 mm) to the heavy-duty HS292T (\u03c657\u00d7164 mm), dimensional tolerances are held to \u00b10.02 mm so your driveshaft balances correctly out of the box, without shimming or secondary machining.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 260px; background: #ffffff; border-radius: 8px; padding: 26px 22px; box-shadow: 0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.07); border-top: 4px solid #0288d1;\">\n<div style=\"color: #0288d1; margin-bottom: 10px;\">\u25cf<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #0a2a6e;\">High-Grade Alloy Steel Construction<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #455a64;\">Journal crosses and bearing cups are machined from 20CrMnTi or 20CrNiMo case-hardening steel, vacuum degassed for purity. After precision machining, parts undergo carburizing and quenching to achieve a surface hardness of 58\u201362 HRC with a tough, fatigue-resistant core. This combination resists both the surface wear of boundary-lubrication starts and the subsurface fatigue that destroys lower-grade parts on high-torque SCANIA applications such as tipper trucks and off-road logistics vehicles.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 260px; background: #ffffff; border-radius: 8px; padding: 26px 22px; box-shadow: 0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.07); border-top: 4px solid #00897b;\">\n<div style=\"color: #00897b; margin-bottom: 10px;\">\u25cf<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #0a2a6e;\">Extended Lubrication Intervals<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #455a64;\">Bearing needles run inside precision-ground cups pre-packed with high-pressure, high-temperature NLGI 2 lithium-complex grease and sealed with lip-type seals rated to 150\u00b0C continuous service. For fleets operating in the high-altitude Andean corridors of Colombia or the humid coastal lowlands, a grease nipple variant is available so technicians can re-lubricate on schedule without disassembly, dramatically reducing unplanned downtime per vehicle.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 260px; background: #ffffff; border-radius: 8px; padding: 26px 22px; box-shadow: 0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.07); border-top: 4px solid #e65100;\">\n<div style=\"color: #e65100; margin-bottom: 10px;\">\u25cf<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #0a2a6e;\">Dynamic Balance Certification<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #455a64;\">Each EP-HS Series SCANIA universal joint assembly is dynamically balanced to G6.3 standard or better before leaving the production line, reducing residual imbalance to below 25 g\u00b7mm at rated RPM. This is particularly important for long propeller shafts on SCANIA intercity coaches and heavy haulage tractors where even minor imbalance translates into perceptible cabin vibration and accelerated driveshaft centre-bearing wear over transcontinental distances.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 260px; background: #ffffff; border-radius: 8px; padding: 26px 22px; box-shadow: 0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.07); border-top: 4px solid #6a1b9a;\">\n<div style=\"color: #6a1b9a; margin-bottom: 10px;\">\u25cf<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #0a2a6e;\">Full Cross-Reference Coverage<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #455a64;\">Our EP-HS Series SCANIA Universal joint is catalogued against GKN, SPICER, GMB, and original SCANIA part numbers simultaneously, making procurement straightforward for spare-parts managers who maintain mixed-brand inventories. Whether your purchasing system references GKN HS268S, SCANIA OEM 294383, or the original number 365913, a single lookup maps to the correct EP-HS part \u2014 eliminating costly errors and reducing the warehouse SKU count for common SCANIA universal joint applications.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- Working Principle --><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"color: #0a2a6e; border-left: 5px solid #1565c0; padding-left: 14px; margin-top: 0;\">4. Universal Joint Working Principle<\/h2>\n<p>Understanding the <strong>universal joint working principle<\/strong> is important for anyone specifying or servicing driveline components on SCANIA heavy commercial vehicles. At its core, the U-joint consists of a cross-shaped journal (the spider) whose four trunnions each fit into needle-roller-bearing cups. Two of these cups are locked into one yoke, and the other two into a second yoke rotated 90\u00b0 relative to the first. When one shaft rotates, the spider transmits torque to the other shaft even if the two shafts form an angle \u2014 the joint flexes about both pairs of trunnions simultaneously.<\/p>\n<p>In a SCANIA truck driveline, there is an important characteristic to understand: a single Hooke-type universal joint delivers <em>non-uniform angular velocity output<\/em> whenever the joint angle exceeds a few degrees. The driven shaft accelerates and decelerates twice per revolution of the input shaft. This velocity fluctuation creates vibration, second-order harmonics, and additional stress on driveshaft components. SCANIA engineering addresses this by pairing joints in phase \u2014 the propeller shaft arrangement has the front and rear yokes in the same plane (phased), so the two joints cancel each other\u2019s non-uniformity and the axle shaft receives a nearly constant velocity input. This is why replacement SCANIA universal joints must be installed with the correct phasing; reversing yoke orientation doubles rather than cancels the velocity error.<\/p>\n<p>The bearing cups in our EP-HS Series use full-complement needle rollers machined to DIN 5402 tolerances. Under torque, the needles generate an elastohydrodynamic film that separates the rolling elements from the hardened cup bore, distributing contact stress evenly and extending service life. When the joint articulates to larger angles \u2014 as happens when a SCANIA vehicle negotiates tight construction-site turns or deeply rutted rural roads in Colombia\u2019s Llanos region \u2014 the needles oscillate back and forth rather than rotating continuously. This oscillating-contact regime demands a grease that retains its film strength under partial EHD conditions, which is exactly what our pre-filled NLGI 2 lithium-complex formulation is optimised for.<\/p>\n<p><!-- Material Section --><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"color: #0a2a6e; border-left: 5px solid #1565c0; padding-left: 14px; margin-top: 0;\">5. Materials &amp; Manufacturing Standards<\/h2>\n<p>The durability of any <strong>SCANIA universal joint replacement<\/strong> hinges almost entirely on material quality and heat treatment precision. Our EP-HS Series uses a carefully specified material stack for each functional component of the assembly.<\/p>\n<p>The journal cross body is forged from 20CrMnTi alloy steel conforming to GB\/T 3077 and its closest international equivalents (EN 1.7218 \/ SAE 8620). Forging rather than machining from bar stock aligns the grain flow of the steel with the direction of service load, increasing fatigue strength by up to 30 percent compared with machined blanks at equivalent hardness. After forging, each cross undergoes precision CNC turning and cylindrical grinding to achieve trunnion diameters accurate to IT6 tolerance and a surface roughness Ra \u2264 0.4 \u03bcm, which is the finish required for correct needle bearing contact.<\/p>\n<p>Bearing cups are produced from 20Cr or 20CrMo steel and deep-drawn to near-net shape before precision grinding of the bore. The bore surface hardness, achieved through case-hardening to a depth of 0.8\u20131.2 mm, is 58\u201362 HRC \u2014 hard enough to resist needle indentation but not so hard as to be brittle under shock loads from road impacts or clutch engagement on SCANIA trucks with manual gearboxes. Needle rollers themselves meet DIN 5402 grade G3, with diameter tolerance \u2264 2 \u03bcm and roundness \u2264 1 \u03bcm, ensuring load is shared equally among all rollers in the cup.<\/p>\n<p>Seals are moulded from NBR (acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber) or FKM (fluoro-elastomer) depending on the application. FKM seals are standard on versions intended for higher operating temperatures or where contact with ATF fluid is a concern. Snap rings and circlips are hardened carbon-spring steel, zinc-chromate plated for corrosion resistance in the salt-laden coastal air common in Colombian port cities such as Barranquilla and Cartagena. All surface-treated parts comply with EU RoHS 2011\/65\/EU by using trivalent chromate coatings \u2014 hexavalent chrome is not used at any stage of production.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1008\" src=\"https:\/\/automatictransmissionpart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/automatictransmissionpart-products-EP-HS-Series-SCANIA-Universal-Joint-A.webp\" alt=\"automatictransmissionpart-products-EP-HS Series SCANIA Universal Joint-A\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/automatictransmissionpart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/automatictransmissionpart-products-EP-HS-Series-SCANIA-Universal-Joint-A.webp 800w, https:\/\/automatictransmissionpart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/automatictransmissionpart-products-EP-HS-Series-SCANIA-Universal-Joint-A-480x480.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 800px, 100vw\" \/><!-- Regulations Section --><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"color: #1b5e20; border-left: 5px solid #388e3c; padding-left: 14px; margin-top: 0;\">6. Regulatory &amp; Compliance Framework<\/h2>\n<p>Spare parts for heavy commercial vehicles \u2014 including the <strong>universal joint in car and truck applications<\/strong> \u2014 are subject to an increasing body of regulation across the markets where SCANIA vehicles operate.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Colombia (Registro de Libre Importaci\u00f3n \/ NTC Standards):<\/strong> In Colombia, automotive spare parts do not require a specific approval certificate in the way that OEM-equivalent parts are handled in some markets, but importers must comply with DIAN (Direcci\u00f3n de Impuestos y Aduanas Nacionales) tariff classification under heading 8708.99 (parts and accessories of motor vehicles) and must ensure parts meet the technical requirements referenced in ICONTEC\u2019s NTC standards applicable to road vehicle components. Vehicles in commercial operation must pass mandatory revision t\u00e9cnica vehicular (technical inspection) where driveline play and noise are evaluated; installing non-conforming universal joint parts can result in inspection failure and vehicle immobilisation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>European Union (ECE Regulations &amp; REACH):<\/strong> SCANIA trucks destined for European markets or used by multinational operators must comply with UN ECE Regulation 10 (electromagnetic compatibility) and ECE R13 (braking, indirectly affecting driveline integrity). More directly relevant, REACH Regulation (EC) No 1907\/2006 restricts substances of very high concern (SVHCs) in parts and assemblies sold in the EU or supplied to EU-based manufacturers. Our EP-HS SCANIA universal joint set uses no restricted phthalates, lead compounds, or hexavalent chromium, ensuring full REACH compliance for re-export or use in European assembly.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Brazil (INMETRO \/ CONTRAN):<\/strong> Brazil\u2019s INMETRO certification scheme for automotive parts, implemented under CONTRAN Resolution 432, covers safety-critical components. Universal joints are classified as functional safety components for heavy vehicles. Importers supplying fleet operators in Brazil must verify that parts are manufactured under a quality management system meeting ISO 9001:2015 at minimum, and must retain technical files demonstrating dimensional conformance to OEM specifications for audit by DENATRAN (now SENATRAN) or state traffic authorities.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Mexico (NOM Standards):<\/strong> Mexico\u2019s NOM-086-SCT2 and related SCT2 technical standards govern roadworthiness of heavy commercial vehicles. Driveshaft components including universal joints must not exhibit play exceeding OEM-specified limits during periodic inspection. Using non-OEM-dimensioned universal joint parts that introduce additional clearance can cause vehicles to fail inspection under the federal transport authority (SCT).<\/p>\n<p><strong>ISO Quality System:<\/strong> All EP-HS Series parts are produced under ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management, with full traceability from raw material heat number to finished part batch number, supporting any regulatory audit requirement across Latin American or global markets.<\/p>\n<p><!-- Application Scenarios --><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"color: #0a2a6e; margin-top: 0px;\">7. Universal Joint Application Scenarios<\/h2>\n<p style=\"color: #546e7a; margin-bottom: 32px;\">The EP-HS Series SCANIA universal joint set covers a broad range of commercial vehicle applications where reliable power transmission is critical to operational continuity.<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 20px; width: 100%; max-width: 100%; min-width: 100%; box-sizing: border-box;\">\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 260px; background: #f4f6fb; border-radius: 8px; padding: 26px 22px; border-left: 5px solid #1565c0;\">\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #0a2a6e;\">Long-Haul Freight Tractors<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #455a64;\">SCANIA R-series and G-series tractors pulling 48-tonne combinations across the Panamericana and Troncal del Magdalena in Colombia place extreme cyclic torque through the driveshaft universal joints. The HS292S and HS292T joints (\u03c657\u00d7164 mm) are the standard fitment on these applications, handling rated torques above 5,000 Nm while articulating through the 3\u20135\u00b0 angles typical of a two-piece propeller shaft. Replacement intervals in this service are typically 400,000\u2013600,000 km depending on grease re-lubrication discipline and road surface quality.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 260px; background: #f4f6fb; border-radius: 8px; padding: 26px 22px; border-left: 5px solid #0288d1;\">\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #0a2a6e;\">Urban Transit &amp; Intercity Coaches<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #455a64;\">SCANIA OmniExpress and Interlink coach chassis used on Colombian inter-departmental routes between Bogot\u00e1, Medell\u00edn, and Cali require universal joint parts with lower journal diameters (HS239S, HS244) to suit slimmer propeller shaft designs that fit within the lower floor height constraints of bus bodywork. These applications see higher articulation angles than truck applications because engine and rear-axle layout forces a larger driveshaft angle. The slip-yoke (FIG J) configuration compensates for chassis flexion between laden and unladen states without introducing binding.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 260px; background: #f4f6fb; border-radius: 8px; padding: 26px 22px; border-left: 5px solid #00897b;\">\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #0a2a6e;\">Construction &amp; Mining Tippers<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #455a64;\">Tipper trucks operating in Colombian open-cast coal and nickel mines (Cesar, C\u00f3rdoba, and Choc\u00f3 departments) subject universal joint truck drivelines to severe shock loading as heavily loaded bodies raise and lower the vehicle\u2019s centre of gravity, changing propeller shaft angles dynamically. The HS381 and HS280 mid-range joints are commonly fitted to 8&#215;4 rigid tippers, offering a balance between torque capacity and angular flexibility while remaining compact enough for twin-propeller-shaft arrangements with centre-bearing support.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 260px; background: #f4f6fb; border-radius: 8px; padding: 26px 22px; border-left: 5px solid #e65100;\">\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #0a2a6e;\">Steering Column Universal Joint Applications<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #455a64;\">Beyond the main driveline, SCANIA vehicles also use smaller <strong>steering universal joint<\/strong> components in the steering column intermediate shaft. These <strong>steering column universal joint<\/strong> assemblies must transmit precise steering feel from the wheel to the rack while accommodating the angular offset created by the cab tilt mechanism. Our EP-HS steering series uses smaller journal crosses (\u03c638\u2013\u03c639 mm range) with minimum radial clearance to preserve steering response and prevent the \u201cdead band\u201d feel that worn steering joints create on SCANIA trucks after high mileage.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 260px; background: #f4f6fb; border-radius: 8px; padding: 26px 22px; border-left: 5px solid #6a1b9a;\">\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #0a2a6e;\">Agricultural Machinery &amp; Special Vehicles<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #455a64;\">SCANIA industrial engines are also used in agricultural and municipal vehicles where a <strong>universal impact joint<\/strong> or heavy-duty cardan joint transfers power from the engine to processing equipment via PTO shafts. Larger-diameter EP-HS joints (HS316, HS380 series) with higher torque ratings are suitable for these applications. The flanged (FIG A) configuration allows direct bolted assembly to standard SAE companion flanges, making installation straightforward even in custom-built vehicle applications common in the Colombian sugarcane and cut-flower agricultural sectors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- About Us Section --><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0px;\">8. About Us -SCANIA Universal Joint Manufacturer<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; margin: 0 auto 20px auto;\">We are a specialist manufacturer and global supplier of heavy-duty driveline components with more than two decades of experience producing universal joint parts for OEM and aftermarket applications. Our engineering team works directly from vehicle manufacturer technical data to develop EP-HS Series products that meet or exceed original factory specifications. With established distribution networks serving Colombia, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, and the broader Latin American market, as well as Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia, we are positioned to fulfil orders efficiently whether you are a single-truck operator sourcing a <strong>replacement SCANIA universal joint<\/strong> or a regional distributor ordering in bulk quantities. Quality management under ISO 9001:2015 and a full-traceability production record system mean every part that leaves our facility carries documented conformance to the dimensional and material standards that SCANIA platform vehicles demand.<\/p>\n<p><!-- Workshop Images --><\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; min-width: 100%; background: #1a2a4a; padding: 36px 5%; box-sizing: border-box;\">\n<h3 style=\"color: #ffffff; text-align: center; margin-top: 0;\">Verksted<\/h3>\n<div style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; min-width: 100%; overflow-x: auto; -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: nowrap; gap: 14px; min-width: max-content; padding-bottom: 10px;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"height: 165px; object-fit: cover; width: auto; border-radius: 6px; flex-shrink: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/automatictransmissionpart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/automatictransmissionpart-products-factory-machine2.webp\" alt=\"Production workshop universal joint manufacturing\" title=\"\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"height: 165px; object-fit: cover; width: auto; border-radius: 6px; flex-shrink: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/automatictransmissionpart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/automatictransmissionpart-products-factory6.webp\" alt=\"Factory quality inspection line\" title=\"\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"height: 165px; object-fit: cover; width: auto; border-radius: 6px; flex-shrink: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/automatictransmissionpart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/automatictransmissionpart-products-factory-machine5.webp\" alt=\"CNC machining centre for universal joint trunnions\" title=\"\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"height: 165px; object-fit: cover; width: auto; border-radius: 6px; flex-shrink: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/automatictransmissionpart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/automatictransmissionpart-products-factory3.webp\" alt=\"Final assembly and packaging workshop\" title=\"\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- Related Products --><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"color: #0a2a6e; text-align: center; margin-top: 0;\">9. Related Products &amp; System Compatibility<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; color: #546e7a; margin-bottom: 32px;\">We produce the complementary driveline components that work alongside your SCANIA Universal Joint, giving you a single-source supplier advantage and guaranteed fitment compatibility across the entire driveline system.<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 24px; width: 100%; max-width: 100%; min-width: 100%; box-sizing: border-box;\">\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 260px; background: #ffffff; border-radius: 8px; padding: 28px 22px; box-shadow: 0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.07); text-align: center;\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 6px; margin-bottom: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/automatictransmissionpart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/automatictransmissionpart-products-wheel-hub-unit.webp\" alt=\"Wheel Hub unit compatible with SCANIA universal joint system\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #0a2a6e; margin: 0 0 10px 0;\">Automotive Wheel Hub<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #455a64; margin: 0 0 16px 0;\">Our full-series <strong>automotive Wheel Hub<\/strong> and wheel bearing assemblies are dimensionally matched to SCANIA axle stub specifications. Running the correct wheel hub alongside a properly fitted SCANIA Universal Joint ensures load is distributed correctly across the entire driveline, preventing premature bearing fatigue.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 260px; background: #ffffff; border-radius: 8px; padding: 28px 22px; box-shadow: 0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.07); text-align: center;\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 6px; margin-bottom: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/automatictransmissionpart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/automatictransmissionpart-products-Rear-Axle-ATV.webp\" alt=\"Axle shaft compatible with SCANIA driveline components\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #0a2a6e; margin: 0 0 10px 0;\">Drivaksler<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #455a64; margin: 0 0 16px 0;\">Our SCANIA-compatible <strong>axle<\/strong> range covers rear half-shafts, intermediate propeller shafts, and front-drive axle shafts for 4\u00d74 and 6\u00d76 SCANIA special-purpose vehicles. Paired with the correct <strong>size SCANIA HS universal joint<\/strong> from the EP-HS Series, our axles form a complete, tested driveline package.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- FAQ Section --><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"color: #0a2a6e; margin-top: 0px;\">Ofte stilte sp\u00f8rsm\u00e5l<\/h2>\n<details style=\"border: 1px solid #dde3f0; border-radius: 6px; margin-bottom: 12px; background: #f8faff;\" open=\"open\">\n<summary style=\"padding: 18px 20px; cursor: pointer; color: #0a2a6e; font-weight: bold; list-style: none; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center;\">Q1. What does a SCANIA Universal Joint actually do on a truck and why does it fail? <span style=\"color: #1565c0;\">\u25bc<\/span><\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding: 0 20px 18px 20px; color: #455a64;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">A SCANIA Universal Joint transmits rotational power from the gearbox or transfer case through the propeller shaft to the drive axle while accommodating the angular misalignment between those components. Failure most commonly results from inadequate re-lubrication (allowing the needle bearings to run dry), excessive operating angle caused by incorrect chassis levelling or overloading, or shock-loading from clutch drops and hard starts. Regular lubrication at the intervals specified in the SCANIA vehicle maintenance manual and prompt replacement when vibration or knocking is heard can prevent costly driveshaft and gearbox damage downstream.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"border: 1px solid #dde3f0; border-radius: 6px; margin-bottom: 12px; background: #f8faff;\" open=\"open\">\n<summary style=\"padding: 18px 20px; cursor: pointer; color: #0a2a6e; font-weight: bold; list-style: none; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center;\">Q2. How do I find the correct replacement SCANIA Universal Joint part number for my truck in Colombia? <span style=\"color: #1565c0;\">\u25bc<\/span><\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding: 0 20px 18px 20px; color: #455a64;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">The easiest method is to locate the original SCANIA part number stamped on the existing joint\u2019s bearing cup or noted in the vehicle\u2019s service record. Cross-reference that number against our EP-HS Series catalogue, which lists GKN, SCANIA OEM, GMB, SPICER, and original numbers in parallel columns. If the part number is not visible, measure the trunnion outer diameter and the overall length between cup faces and match those to the SIZE column in our reference table. Our technical sales team, reachable through our website, can assist with cross-referencing for Colombian-registered SCANIA fleets.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"border: 1px solid #dde3f0; border-radius: 6px; margin-bottom: 12px; background: #f8faff;\" open=\"open\">\n<summary style=\"padding: 18px 20px; cursor: pointer; color: #0a2a6e; font-weight: bold; list-style: none; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center;\">Q3. What is the difference between FIG A and FIG J SCANIA universal joint configurations? <span style=\"color: #1565c0;\">\u25bc<\/span><\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding: 0 20px 18px 20px; color: #455a64;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">FIG A refers to a flange-yoke design where the yoke has a flat mounting face with bolt holes for direct attachment to a companion flange on the gearbox or differential. FIG J refers to a slip-yoke design where one yoke has a splined internal bore that slides onto a matching splined shaft section, allowing the driveshaft to change length as the suspension moves or the chassis flexes. On SCANIA trucks the front end of the propeller shaft typically uses a slip-yoke (J) to accommodate chassis flex during off-road driving, while both ends may be flanged (A) on rigid shorter shafts.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"border: 1px solid #dde3f0; border-radius: 6px; margin-bottom: 12px; background: #f8faff;\" open=\"open\">\n<summary style=\"padding: 18px 20px; cursor: pointer; color: #0a2a6e; font-weight: bold; list-style: none; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center;\">Q4. Which universal joint types are used in SCANIA truck steering column systems and can they be replaced independently? <span style=\"color: #1565c0;\">\u25bc<\/span><\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding: 0 20px 18px 20px; color: #455a64;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">SCANIA steering systems use compact needle-bearing universal joints in the intermediate shaft between the steering column and steering gear. These steering column universal joint assemblies are a different product from the driveline propeller-shaft joints and use much smaller journal diameters, typically in the \u03c616\u2013\u03c625 mm range. They can generally be replaced as standalone units without removing the entire steering column. Excessive free play in the steering \u2014 experienced as a \u201cloose\u201d wheel on-centre feel \u2014 is often the first symptom of a worn universal steering joint and should be investigated before the condition worsens.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"border: 1px solid #dde3f0; border-radius: 6px; margin-bottom: 12px; background: #f8faff;\" open=\"open\">\n<summary style=\"padding: 18px 20px; cursor: pointer; color: #0a2a6e; font-weight: bold; list-style: none; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center;\">Q5. What is the main function of a universal joint in a SCANIA driveline compared to a CV joint? <span style=\"color: #1565c0;\">\u25bc<\/span><\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding: 0 20px 18px 20px; color: #455a64;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Both universal joints and CV (constant-velocity) joints transmit torque through an angle, but they do so in fundamentally different ways. A standard Hooke-type universal joint, such as those in the EP-HS SCANIA series, delivers non-uniform output velocity at large angles \u2014 the driven shaft slightly speeds and slows twice per revolution. CV joints maintain exactly constant output speed at any angle, which is why they are preferred for front-wheel-drive passenger car axle shafts where the large angular range would otherwise cause severe vibration. In SCANIA heavy truck drivelines, the small propeller-shaft angles involved (typically 3\u20137\u00b0) mean the non-uniformity of paired Hooke joints is acceptably low, and the higher torque capacity and simpler serviceability of the universal joint makes it the preferred choice over CV joints.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"border: 1px solid #dde3f0; border-radius: 6px; margin-bottom: 12px; background: #f8faff;\" open=\"open\">\n<summary style=\"padding: 18px 20px; cursor: pointer; color: #0a2a6e; font-weight: bold; list-style: none; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center;\">Q6. What are the signs that a universal joint on a SCANIA truck needs immediate replacement and is unsafe to drive? <span style=\"color: #1565c0;\">\u25bc<\/span><\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding: 0 20px 18px 20px; color: #455a64;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">The clearest warning signs are: a clunking or knocking sound from under the vehicle during acceleration or deceleration gear changes; vibration felt through the floor or seats that increases with vehicle speed; visible rust streaks or grease deposits radiating from the joint area (indicating failed seals and dry running); and any perceptible rotational play when rocking the propeller shaft by hand with the drivetrain stationary. Any of these symptoms warrants immediate inspection. A universal joint that is close to total failure can separate at highway speed, which causes the propeller shaft to drop and dig into the road surface \u2014 a potentially catastrophic safety event on Colombian highways.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"border: 1px solid #dde3f0; border-radius: 6px; margin-bottom: 12px; background: #f8faff;\" open=\"open\">\n<summary style=\"padding: 18px 20px; cursor: pointer; color: #0a2a6e; font-weight: bold; list-style: none; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center;\">Q7. Does the EP-HS SCANIA Universal Joint set come with all hardware needed for installation by a workshop in Colombia? <span style=\"color: #1565c0;\">\u25bc<\/span><\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding: 0 20px 18px 20px; color: #455a64;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Yes. Each EP-HS SCANIA Universal Joint set is supplied as a complete kit containing the journal cross assembly with pre-fitted needle bearing cups, new snap rings or circlips matched to the specific journal diameter, and a grease nipple where applicable to the variant. The sealed-for-life variants include a measured quantity of pre-packed grease sufficient for the rated service interval. No additional hardware is required for a standard workshop replacement. We recommend using a proper u-joint press tool rather than a vice or hammer during installation to avoid damaging the bearing cup bores or distorting the snap ring grooves \u2014 a common workshop error that shortens joint life significantly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\">Redakt\u00f8r: PXY<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div>\n<div>EP-HS Series Scania universal joints serve as precise OEM replacement parts for Scania commercial vehicle drivelines. 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