MAHLE CB-1873HX H-SERIES CONNECTING ROD BEARING (EXTRA CLEARANCE) FOR 03-18 CUMMINS 5.9

Product Description

Give your common-rail Cummins the oil clearance it needs for hard work and high RPM with the MAHLE CB-1873HX H-Series connecting rod bearing. The HX (extra-clearance) design provides approximately .001" more oil clearance than standard H-Series—ideal for performance crankshafts with large fillets, boosted tow rigs, and competition builds that live in heavy load and heat.

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Fitment

• 2003–2007 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 — 5.9L Cummins (24-valve, fractured-cap rods)
• 2007.5–2018 Dodge Ram 2500/3500/4500/5500 — 6.7L Cummins (24-valve, fractured-cap rods)

Cross-Reference / Alternatives (Mahle on CPP Diesel only)

• MAHLE CB-1873H (STD H-Series)
• MAHLE CB-1873H-.026MM (-.026 mm / -.001")
• MAHLE CB-1873H-.25MM (-.25 mm / -.010")
• MAHLE CB-1873AP (STD P-Series Pair)

Notes

Sold per rod pair (order six pairs for a complete engine). Always measure, mic the crank, and verify oil clearance with Plastigage or bore gauges. HX is for extra clearance builds—if you need standard H-Series, use CB-1873H.

FAQ

What’s the difference between H-Series and HX?

HX provides roughly .001" additional oil clearance vs. standard H-Series. It’s typically used with performance cranks, tight-tolerance rods, or high-load applications.

Does this fit both 5.9L and 6.7L Cummins?

Yes—this HX bearing is for 2003–2018 5.9L/6.7L common-rail Cummins with fractured-cap rods.

How many do I need?

Six pairs (one pair per rod) for a full engine.

Specifications for Mahle CB-1873HX