King Bearings CR222GPC Sputter Replacement Rod Bearings for BMW N54 N55 S55

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Product Specification:

SKU:KINGCR222GPC

MPN: CR222GPC

UPC: 611500620706

Weight: 0.28 lb

Inventory: 32

Type: Bearings

Vehicle Fitment

BMW N20 2.0L Turbo
BMW N52 3.0L
BMW N54 3.0L Twin-Turbo (N54B30A)
BMW N55 3.0L Single-Turbo (N55B30A)
BMW S55 3.0L Twin-Turbo

Fitment Notes

Designed specifically as a replacement for the factory sputter-coated bearings on these engines, a known factory bearing wear point
Standard (STD) size - for use on a factory-diameter, non-reground crankshaft journal
Confirm exact engine code before ordering, as fitment spans multiple related BMW engine families

Features

GPC material - silver-based tri-metal construction rated to 17,000 PSI
Polymer coating creates a thermal barrier between connecting rods and crankshaft
Directly addresses the factory sputter-coating failure mode common to these engines
Built to King's advanced tolerance and material standards for consistent oil clearance
Suitable for stock-power engines, mild tunes, and performance rebuilds

Specifications

Application: Connecting rod bearing set
Material: GPC (silver-based tri-metal, polymer coated)
Size: STD (standard)
Quantity: Set of 4 bearing shells (2 pairs)

Included Components

1x Connecting Rod Bearing Set (4 shells / 2 pairs)

Product Description

The King CR222GPC is a standard-size connecting rod bearing set built as a direct replacement for the factory sputter-coated bearings found in BMW's N20, N52, N54, N55, and S55 engine family. These factory bearings are a well-documented weak point - the sputter coating can wear prematurely, leading to increased bearing clearance and, in worse cases, rod knock or bearing failure.

Built from King's GPC material, a silver-based tri-metal construction with a polymer coating, this bearing is designed to outlast the factory sputter coating while creating a thermal barrier between the connecting rods and crankshaft. The material is rated to handle significantly higher loads than the OE bearing, giving a margin of durability whether the engine is stock, mildly tuned, or being rebuilt as preventative maintenance.

This bearing set is a common choice for BMW N54/N55/S55 owners doing a bottom-end refresh, replacing worn factory bearings, or building in extra reliability margin before adding power. It's offered in standard size for a factory-diameter crank; confirm your specific engine code, as this bearing spans several closely related BMW engine variants.