Used Rear Axle Housing for Tractor

What is a rear axle housing?

On the vast majority of agricultural tractors, the rear axle consists of a central housing that contains the bevel gear and the differential, extended on both sides by two tubular bodies called axle housings. Each guides the wheel shaft, holds the bearings and seals ensuring the housing's tightness, and supports the hub on which the wheel bolts on.

This makes it a part with dual roles: structural and sealing. It constantly bears the machine's weight, lateral forces during turns, the stresses of the wide-set track, and during heavy-duty operations, the jolts transmitted from the implement. A degraded axle housing jeopardizes the alignment of the entire rear assembly: premature bearing wear, axle oil leaks, and hub play.

Used axle housings available at TMC Bejenne, all brands

This category is one of the most stocked in our rear axle catalog. Most axle housings come from tractors, with some from combines and telehandlers. The brand distribution reflects the fleet we dismantle each year:

• New Holland, Case IH, and John Deere: the most represented brands.
• Massey Ferguson, Renault, and Deutz-Fahr: a regular selection of axle housings.
• Fiat, Claas, Ford, and Fendt: pieces offered according to arrivals.
• Same, Merlo, Kubota, Landini, McCormick, Steyr, Valmet, Valtra, and Manitou, in smaller quantities.

Each listing specifies the brand, model, and original machine year, the manufacturer reference engraved on the part, and our internal reference. For such a critical part, traceability is essential: it verifies that the axle housing matches the same generation of axle.

When should a rear axle housing be replaced?

An axle housing does not wear like friction parts but deteriorates through accidents or gradual damage. The most common reasons for replacement include:

• a persistent oil leak at the hub after seal replacement;
• an oval bearing seat no longer holding the outer ring;
• a stripped bolt hole or thread on the flange;
• a crack, often starting at the joint with the central housing;
• a deformed body resulting from impact, bogging, or wheel misalignment;
• deep corrosion on machines stored outdoors for extended periods.

The primary warning sign is detectable play in the wheel when the machine is elevated on stands. If this remains after checking the bearings, the axle housing itself is at fault.

What is the price of a tractor rear axle housing?

There is no fixed price, and we deliberately do not list one for this category. The cost depends on the brand and generation of tractor, axle size, side concerned, whether bearings and hub are included, and the condition at disassembly. The difference between an 80 HP tractor's axle housing from the 1990s and that of a recent high-powered machine can be substantial.

What remains consistent is the price gap with new parts: for a part of this size, often with lengthy new supply times, reusing a quality tested part is often the most practical option to get a machine working quickly. The "Request a Quote" button on each listing initiates a detailed response from our advisors. You can also request a callback or contact us at +33 5 35 54 42 10.

Tractor axle housing: identifying the correct reference

Start with the machine, not the part

Axle housings may look similar between models while flanges, bolt patterns, and lengths vary. Note your tractor’s exact commercial type, production year, and serial number before contacting us. A single series can have multiple axle evolutions during its production.

Specify side and setup

Always indicate left or right side, and whether your axle has an epicyclic wheel reducer or a final gear drive. Also specify if you are seeking just the axle housing or the complete assembly with bearings and hub; our advisors will confirm the exact reference in stock with supporting photos.

Compare with the original part

If you still have the original axle housing, the manufacturer’s reference stamped or labeled on it is the most reliable information. Otherwise, simple measurements such as overall length, flange diameter, and number of bolt holes usually clarify any doubts.

Disassembly of Renault and other tractor axle housings: what to plan for

• Arrange for suitable lifting equipment: removing the axle housing assembly, including hub and wheel, is heavy and unbalanced;
• Securely support the tractor before removal, never rely on a simple jack alone;
• Drain axle oil and recover it before opening the flange;
• Always replace seals and flange gasket upon reassembly;
• Check the wheel shaft condition and splines, as well as the bearings and axle housing seal during the operation;
• Respect tightening torques and sequence, then top up fluids and verify no leakage after several hours.

Combine and telehandler axle housings

Our stock is not limited to tractors: some axle housings come from combines and telehandlers. The stresses differ, with very high axle loads on combines during grain tank work and cantilever forces on telehandlers, but the selection logic remains the same whether the part is from a Renault, John Deere, or Deutz-Fahr tractor: precisely identify the machine, specify the side, and compare with the removed part. As these references are rare and vary with arrivals, it’s best to call us directly rather than waiting for a specific model to appear online.

What we check before adding to stock

• Condition of bearing seats and housings;
• Integrity of the mounting flange and its threads;
• Absence of visible cracks or body deformation;
• Cleanliness and flatness of sealing surfaces;
• Consistency between the part and the machine it came from.

Each reference then joins stock with its history: brand, model, year, manufacturer’s reference. This allows us to immediately offer a part no longer always available new, avoiding costly machine downtime waiting for campaign end.

Why order your axle housing from TMC Bejenne?

• 80 years of agricultural expertise: dismantling and selling used parts since 1945.
• An 11-hectare facility in Naintré, Vienne, with over 25,000 references in stock.
• Parts inspected in workshop by specialized technicians, with full traceability.
• Shipping across France and internationally.
• Advisors reachable at +33 5 35 54 42 10 to confirm the reference with you.