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Product details
Genuine BMW connecting rod bolt 11-24-1-739-729 measures 44 mm long and clamps the connecting rod cap to the rod on four- and six-cylinder engines in BMW 3 Series, 5 Series, M3, X3, Z3, and Z4 models from 1991 to 2006. Each rod uses its own set of bolts to hold the cap around the crankshaft journal, so the bolt carries the full load of every combustion stroke. BMW weighs it at 25 g and shows it in production from March 1994. It is made in Germany and sold individually, so order the quantity your rebuild requires.
Original BMW Parts carry a 24-month parts warranty.
This bolt replaced the earlier 11 24 1 739 728, and BMW marks the two bilaterally exchangeable, meaning either number can go on cars originally built with the other. That covers the 1991 through early 1994 engines built before this number entered production. BMW uses it across the M42, M43, M44, M50, M52, M54, and M56 production engines, plus the S50 and S52 engines in the M3 and Z3 M Roadster.
Technical Details
- Manufacturer: BMW (genuine part)
- Part number: 11-24-1-739-729
- BMW name: Connecting rod bolt
- Length: 44 mm
- Weight: 25 g (0.88 oz)
- Production start: March 1994
- Interchanges with: 11 24 1 739 728 (bilaterally exchangeable)
- Made in Germany, sold individually
- Warranty: 24 months on Original BMW Parts
Common Questions
My engine was built before 1994. Will this bolt fit?
Yes. BMW marks it bilaterally exchangeable with the earlier 11 24 1 739 728.
How many come in one order?
One bolt per order, so count the bolts on your rods before checking out.
PMB ships genuine BMW internal hardware for the M and S engine families every day.
Fitment & Compatibility
Use the fitment table below to confirm year, make, model, submodel, and any notes tied to your exact vehicle. Pay close attention to engine, chassis, position, and option-specific details before ordering. Send your VIN and PMB Performance will confirm the fit, drawing on more than 20 years in the trade.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992–1998 | BMW | 318i | ||
| 1992–1997 | BMW | 318is | ||
| 1995–1999 | BMW | 318ti | ||
| 2000 | BMW | 323Ci | ||
| 1998–2000 | BMW | 323i | ||
| 1998–1999 | BMW | 323is | ||
| 2001–2006 | BMW | 325Ci | ||
| 2004–2005 | BMW | 325i | ||
| 1992–1995 | BMW | 325is | ||
| 2001–2005 | BMW | 325xi | ||
| 1991–1994, 2004–2005 | BMW | 525i | ||
| 1995–1999 | BMW | M3 | ||
| 2004–2005 | BMW | X3 | 2.5i | |
| 1996–1997, 2001–2002 | BMW | Z3 | ||
| 1998–2000 | BMW | Z3 | M Roadster | |
| 1998–2000 | BMW | Z3 | Roadster | |
| 2003–2005 | BMW | Z4 | 2.5i |
