--- product_id: 60341203 title: "VP Components BC73 Square Taper Cartridge Bottom Bracket (68x127.5mm)" brand: "vp" price: "€ 28.12" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Vp" url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/60341203-vp-components-bc73-square-taper-cartridge-bottom-bracket-68x127-5mm store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # Durable phosphated & anodized finish Lightweight 280g design Precision 68x127.5mm fit VP Components BC73 Square Taper Cartridge Bottom Bracket (68x127.5mm) **Brand:** vp **Price:** € 28.12 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚡ Upgrade your ride, feel the smooth revolution! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** VP Components BC73 Square Taper Cartridge Bottom Bracket (68x127.5mm) by vp - **How much does it cost?** € 28.12 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/60341203-vp-components-bc73-square-taper-cartridge-bottom-bracket-68x127-5mm) ## Best For - vp enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted vp brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Light as You Ride:** At just 280g, it keeps your bike agile without compromising strength - • **Seamless Pedal Power:** Smooth cartridge bearings for effortless cycling - • **Perfect Fit Precision:** Standard BC1.37" x 24T threading ensures compatibility with most road bikes - • **Value Meets Performance:** Upgrade your ride with premium quality at half the price of top-tier brands - • **Engineered for Longevity:** Phosphated cups and anodized sheath resist wear and corrosion ## Overview The VP Components BC73 Square Taper Cartridge Bottom Bracket (68x127.5mm) is a high-quality, durable bicycle part featuring smooth cartridge bearings, corrosion-resistant phosphated cups, and an anodized sheath. Weighing only 280g and made in Taiwan, it offers a precise fit with BC1.37" x 24T threading, delivering reliable performance and excellent value for cycling enthusiasts seeking a seamless upgrade. ## Description Brand New Quality BC73 Square Taper Cartridge Bottom Bracet. Comes in Various sizes. Made by VP Components. Review: Good quality and priced well too. - Smooth bearings, feel ok now it's fitted. A good upgrade from the originals. Not quite as nice as Shimano but half the price so that's ok. Review: Brilliant bottom bracket - Just what an old bike needed to have fitted on it - cycling now seems like a breeze, no jamming or difficulty whatsoever while pedalling, which was the case with the old-school bottom bracket caged bearings. Should last a good while. But I made a mistake and ordered a BB with a spindle that is 0.5cm longer than the old one, meaning that I lost the two gears at the rear - because of the length is extended, the chain now will always come off the gears, the front chain wheel gets pushed of the tip of the spindle by that 0.5cm further away from the bike's BB. My bad, but I can tell the BB is great, as I can feel the difference in cycling, smooth and easy. ## Features - Finish: Phosphated cups, anodized sheath - Thread: BC1.37" x 24T. - Finish: Phosphated cups, anodized sheath. - Weight: 280 g - Made In Taiwan ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B019VGHHFO | | Bearing Number | VP-BC73 | | Bearing Type | Cartridge | | Best Sellers Rank | 264,018 in DIY & Tools ( See Top 100 in DIY & Tools ) 2,644 in Brackets | | Brand | VP | | Compatible Lubricant | Grease | | Country Of Origin | Taiwan | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (249) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00714497201689 | | Item Thickness | 68 Millimetres | | Item Weight | 349 g | | Manufacturer | VP Components | | Material | Alloy Steel | | Outside Diameter | 68 Millimetres | | UPC | 714497201689 | ## Product Details - **Bearing number:** VP-BC73 - **Brand:** VP - **Item thickness:** 68 Millimetres - **Item weight:** 349 g - **Material:** Alloy Steel ## Images ![VP Components BC73 Square Taper Cartridge Bottom Bracket (68x127.5mm) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Kjn9Uk3ML.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good quality and priced well too. *by D***R on 13 April 2025* Smooth bearings, feel ok now it's fitted. A good upgrade from the originals. Not quite as nice as Shimano but half the price so that's ok. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant bottom bracket *by E***M on 3 February 2025* Just what an old bike needed to have fitted on it - cycling now seems like a breeze, no jamming or difficulty whatsoever while pedalling, which was the case with the old-school bottom bracket caged bearings. Should last a good while. But I made a mistake and ordered a BB with a spindle that is 0.5cm longer than the old one, meaning that I lost the two gears at the rear - because of the length is extended, the chain now will always come off the gears, the front chain wheel gets pushed of the tip of the spindle by that 0.5cm further away from the bike's BB. My bad, but I can tell the BB is great, as I can feel the difference in cycling, smooth and easy. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fits and works as it should. *by B***T on 31 October 2025* Excellent replacement for the one that was damaged by a poorly made crank removal tool. Smooth bearings, easy to fit and well made. ## Frequently Bought Together - VP Components BC73 Square Taper Cartridge Bottom Bracket (68x127.5mm) - Shimano Crank Chainset M311 48/38/28 BK 175mm, Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/60341203-vp-components-bc73-square-taper-cartridge-bottom-bracket-68x127-5mm](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/60341203-vp-components-bc73-square-taper-cartridge-bottom-bracket-68x127-5mm) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-05-16*