Mercedes W176 W246 M260 Drive Shaft Front Right O/S Axle Drive A2463308900

Mercedes W176 W246 M260 Drive Shaft Front Right O/S Axle Drive is an original drivetrain component from the Drive shafts group, designed for installation on the front right axle of Mercedes vehicles. This used OEM part ensures proper torque transfer from the transmission to the wheel, maintaining factory fitment and suspension geometry.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2463308900-1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2463308900
• Substitutable numbers: A2463308900, A 246 330 89 00
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Part type: Driveshaft
• Category: Driveshafts

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented drive shaft is designed to operate in the front-wheel-drive system on the right side, which is crucial for proper interaction with the wheel hub, steering knuckle, and gearbox. The exact placement on the vehicle is specified in the technical specification using the Placement on vehicle attribute, allowing you to easily verify compatibility with your car's configuration.

A properly selected drive shaft reduces unwanted vibrations, ensures stable handling, and supports the correct operation of safety systems such as ABS or traction control, which require precise power transmission to the wheel.

Benefits of using an original drive shaft

Components from the Drive shafts group in Mercedes cars are designed for high durability and precise fitment with other chassis components. Using an original front right drive shaft allows you to:

• maintain the vehicle's factory handling characteristics,
• ensure proper cooperation with joints and the wheel hub,
• minimize the risk of play and knocking in the drivetrain,
• reduce tire and suspension component wear resulting from incorrect geometry.

Additionally, in the product specification, you will find the OEM part number and available interchangeable numbers, which facilitate verifying compatibility with the specific engine and drivetrain version of your Mercedes.

Brand, origin, and condition of the part

The drive shaft comes from the manufacturer Mercedes, which means it adheres to the quality standards set by the factory. Original manufacturing translates into appropriate material hardness, proper balancing, and fitment with factory seals and joints.

The part is offered as used, which in practice means an attractive compromise between repair costs and maintaining the factory drivetrain design. For many models, especially in the premium segment, a used OEM component is often a better choice than a cheap replacement with uncertain parameters.

Product identification and fitment

In the product card, you will find a unique warehouse identifier marked as SKU, which allows for the unambiguous identification of the specific item in our system. This ensures that you are ordering exactly the component that has been described and photographed.

Before purchasing, it is worth comparing the markings on your own drive shaft with the data in the technical specification section – information regarding the OEM part number and available interchangeable numbers is particularly important. This approach minimizes the risk of error and speeds up the installation process in the workshop.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the drivetrain in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional drive shafts, intermediate shafts, or drivetrain components, check the available parts in the Mercedes Drive shafts category.

Technical support and knowledge about the drivetrain

To better understand the relationships between the drive shaft, differential, and other drivetrain components, it is worth consulting practical technical materials. An extended discussion of typical wear symptoms, methods for assessing component condition, and guidelines for selecting used components can be found in the article: Second-hand differential – what you need to know about used differentials, sensors, and drivetrain systems.

If you are considering a choice between a new replacement and an original part from the secondary market for an older Mercedes, the following guide explaining why factory-used components often provide more predictable performance parameters than budget new elements may also be helpful: The myth of the perfect new part: why a used factory component is the only reasonable choice for older cars?.