Setra is one of Europe’s best-known coach and bus manufacturers.
Recognised as a premium brand, its vehicles combine advanced engineering, enhanced passenger comfort, and long-distance reliability.
Founded in Germany in 1851, Setra has developed a reputation for innovation within the passenger transport sector. This is demonstrated in its self-support body design technology, from which the company takes its name.
Today, Setra operates as part of the Mercedes-Benz and Daimler Buses group, sharing engineering expertise and component technology across a wide range of commercial passenger vehicles.
Setra coaches and buses are used widely for long-distance executive coach travel, regional transport, and charter hire across Europe.
Built for intensive, high-mileage annual operations, Setra vehicles rely on durable wheel-end, axle, and braking systems that maintain their reliability under continuous use.
To ensure compatibility, safety, and consistent long-term performance in demanding commercial transport contexts, components used in Setra assemblies are manufactured to OEM specifications.
Engineered for Passenger Transport Performance
The Setra wheel hub provides a stable mounting point for a wheel, while housing essential rotating components such as bearings and seals.
Hubs are engineered to withstand high operational mileage with continuous load transfer and braking force, while maintaining alignment.
Setra oil seal protects the hub assembly, helping to retain lubrication and prevent the ingress of dirt, water, and road contaminants.
Effective sealing extends component life and maintains reliable bearing operation across demanding passenger transport applications.
The Setra brake disc bolt secures the brake disc under repeated high-temperature braking cycles. Bolts are manufactured for strength and durability, ensuring braking components remain securely mounted during commercial operations.
The Setra wheel stud and Setra hub nut work together to secure the wheel assembly – essential for maintaining the correct clamping force under load and vibration.
Inside the hub assembly, the Setra wheel bearing supports smooth wheel rotation and efficient load distribution. Manufactured to tight tolerance, bearings are designed to minimise heat-build and friction, supporting axial and radial forces during daily bus and coach operations.
For braking stability and vehicle safety, the Setra ABS ring is an integral part of anti-lock braking systems.
Through monitoring wheel speed, the ABS ring supports controlled braking performance and improved vehicle stability in different road and weather conditions.
Setra Parts from CV Hubs & Bearings
At CV Hubs, we supply a comprehensive range of genuine and OE-quality Setra replacement components for buses and coaches.
Our selection includes:
- Setra oil seal
- Setra wheel hub
- Setra brake disc bolt
- Setra wheel stud
- Setra wheel bearing
- Setra ABS ring, and
- Setra hub nut products
Quick dispatch, supported by expert advice from our experienced team, ensures downtime is minimised, and operators can maintain safe passenger transport services.
