{"id":949,"date":"2026-09-07T05:09:47","date_gmt":"2026-09-07T05:09:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/steeringcylinder.top\/?post_type=product&p=949"},"modified":"2026-09-07T07:38:50","modified_gmt":"2026-09-07T07:38:50","slug":"hcyy11112017-towing-lifting-cylinder","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/steeringcylinder.top\/id\/produk\/hcyy11112017-towing-lifting-cylinder\/","title":{"rendered":"Towing & Lifting Cylinder \u2014 Double-Acting, 40mm Bore, 348mm Stroke"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Hydraulic Cylinder Specialist \u00b7 United Kingdom Supply<\/p>\n

Towing & Lifting Cylinder \u2014 Double-Acting, 40mm Bore, 348mm Stroke<\/h2>\n

Heavy-duty hydraulic towing and lifting cylinder engineered for agricultural, construction and logistics applications across the UK and global markets.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"TowingThe HCYY11112017 towing and lifting cylinder is a compact, double-acting hydraulic unit with a 40mm bore and a 348mm stroke, built to perform reliably in the most demanding field and yard environments. With a working pressure rating of 16.7 MPa and a maximum withstand pressure of 24.5 MPa, this cylinder handles real-world stress without compromise. Whether you are operating heavy farm machinery in the Scottish Highlands, managing skip lorries across Greater Manchester, or running materials-handling equipment through a busy logistics hub in the Midlands, this cylinder delivers consistent, predictable force in both extension and retraction directions.<\/p>\n

Its sealed, double-acting configuration gives operators full hydraulic control in both directions \u2014 a critical advantage over single-acting alternatives when load management precision matters. The installation distance of 536 mm keeps packaging tight, and the 6 kg weight makes the unit easier to mount and service in confined chassis spaces. UK plant operators increasingly favour this specification because it bridges the gap between compact utility and professional-grade durability.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Technical Specifications<\/h2>\n
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Cylinder Model<\/th>\nSpecifications<\/th>\nWorking Pressure<\/th>\nMaximum Withstand Pressure<\/th>\nTrip (mm)<\/th>\nInstallation Distance (mm)<\/th>\nWeight<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
HCYY11112017<\/td>\n\u03a640 x \u03a625 x 348<\/td>\n16.7 MPa<\/td>\n24.5 MPa<\/td>\n348<\/td>\n536<\/td>\n6 kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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How It Works \u2014 Operating Principle & Materials<\/h2>\n
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Double-Acting Mechanism<\/h3>\n

Pressurised hydraulic fluid is directed alternately to the cap-end and rod-end chambers, producing controlled, bidirectional force. Extending the rod lifts or deploys a load; retracting it lowers or retrieves with equal hydraulic authority. This eliminates any dependency on gravity or springs for return travel, making the cylinder dependable in overhead, angled and inverted mounting positions \u2014 an important quality for skip-loader and bale-press applications common across the UK agricultural and waste-management sectors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Barrel & Rod Material<\/h3>\n

The cylinder barrel is cold-drawn from seamless steel tube, honed to tight tolerances internally to ensure consistent seal contact and minimal internal leakage. The piston rod is precision-ground, chrome-plated high-tensile steel \u2014 resisting surface corrosion, mechanical wear and abrasive contamination from outdoor working environments. UK operators working in wet upland farming conditions or salt-air coastal industrial sites will notice the difference in service life compared to uncoated alternatives.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Sealing System<\/h3>\n

High-performance polyurethane and NBR composite seals are selected for their resistance to petroleum-based hydraulic oils across a broad working temperature range. The wiper seal at the gland prevents ingress of dirt, dust and moisture during rod retraction \u2014 a common failure point in outdoor cylinders that is addressed at the design stage. This attention to sealing integrity means fewer unexpected shutdowns and lower maintenance costs over the cylinder’s service life.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Application Scenarios<\/h2>\n

The HCYY11112017 towing and lifting cylinder finds productive use across a surprising range of working environments. In the UK agricultural sector, it powers the tipping and coupling mechanisms on trailers, bale wagons, and root-crop harvesters where reliable retraction is as important as extension force. Waste management fleets operating hook-lift lorries across English and Welsh county councils depend on similar double-acting cylinder designs for safe container pickup and set-down, where partial engagement or uncontrolled descent would be a serious safety risk.<\/p>\n

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Agricultural Machinery<\/div>\n
Trailers, balers, crop harvesters<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Hook-Lift & Skip Trucks<\/div>\n
Container pickup and tipping<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Construction Equipment<\/div>\n
Boom lift, attachment actuators<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Logistics & Warehousing<\/div>\n
Tail lifts, loading dock equipment<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Related Products You May Need<\/h2>\n
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Articulated Boom Lift Steering Cylinder \u03a663\u00d7\u03a635\u00d7320<\/a><\/div>\n
Precision steering cylinder designed for articulated boom lift platforms. Matched bore and rod dimensions for smooth, responsive directional control in aerial work platform applications.<\/div>\n
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Hook-Lift Truck Locking Cylinder<\/a><\/div>\n
Dedicated locking cylinder for hook-lift truck systems. Ensures secure container engagement during transport and controlled release at the drop-off point \u2014 an essential safety component for waste and logistics fleets.<\/div>\n

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Agricultural Machinery Cylinder Series<\/h2>\n

Our towing and lifting cylinder is part of a comprehensive series of hydraulic cylinders engineered for agricultural machinery \u2014 covering a wide range of bore sizes, stroke lengths, and mounting configurations to suit every implement and machine type.<\/p>\n

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Why This Cylinder Stands Out<\/h2>\n
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\u2705 High-Pressure Resilience<\/div>\n

A maximum burst resistance of 24.5 MPa provides a substantial safety margin above the 16.7 MPa working pressure, protecting the system during pressure spikes and valve fault conditions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\u2705 Compact Packaging<\/div>\n

At just 536 mm installation distance and 6 kg total weight, the HCYY11112017 fits into tight chassis bays without specialist mounting hardware, reducing retrofit complexity and installation time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\u2705 Bidirectional Control<\/div>\n

True double-acting operation means no reliance on springs or gravity for retraction \u2014 giving operators precise, repeatable control whether the machine is levelled, inclined, or inverted.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\u2705 Chrome-Plated Rod<\/div>\n

Hard chrome plating on the 25mm piston rod delivers exceptional surface hardness and corrosion resistance \u2014 particularly valuable in the UK’s wet climate and for equipment that sits outdoors between shifts.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\u2705 Long Seal Life<\/div>\n

Composite polyurethane\/NBR seals are rated for extended service intervals, lowering the frequency of planned maintenance stops \u2014 a meaningful cost saving for UK fleet operators who run machinery on tight seasonal or daily schedules.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\u2705 Custom Configuration<\/div>\n

Port positions, mounting eye configurations, and seal compounds can be adapted to specific machine requirements. OEM and replacement supply is equally well supported from our factory engineering team.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Factory Capability & Custom Engineering<\/h2>\n

Our manufacturing facility runs CNC honing, grinding, and assembly lines dedicated to hydraulic cylinder production, with a quality management system aligned to ISO 9001. Every towing and lifting cylinder batch undergoes pressure testing at 1.5x working pressure before despatch. What genuinely differentiates us for UK importers and OEM buyers is our custom cylinder service: our engineering team can modify bore size, stroke length, port thread standard (BSP, SAE, or metric), eye bore diameter, and surface finish to match your exact machine interface. Short-run prototype orders are welcome alongside volume contracts. Lead times on standard configurations are typically 15\u201325 working days from order confirmation, with expedited production available for replacement-part emergencies.<\/p>\n

UK distributors and plant dealers will find our technical support team responsive to specification questions, CAD model requests, and installation guidance \u2014 supporting your sales process from quote to commissioning. We ship direct to mainland UK ports, with documentation prepared for UK customs clearance procedures.<\/p>\n

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Customer Success \u2014 Real Applications<\/h2>\n

The following case reflects a real supply project completed through our UK export channel.<\/p>\n

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Agricultural Equipment \u2014 East Yorkshire<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Bale Wagon Fleet Cylinder Replacement \u2014 85 Units<\/h3>\n

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A large arable and mixed livestock farm operation in East Yorkshire, running a fleet of 17 trailed bale wagons across approximately 2,400 hectares, was experiencing recurring hydraulic cylinder failures on their existing towing actuators. The original cylinders, sourced through a domestic dealer, were failing at the rod seal after 18\u201324 months in service, requiring mid-season replacements at peak harvest times. Farm management contacted us for a direct OEM-compatible replacement that could be supplied in volume and installed without machine modification.<\/p>\n

We supplied 85 units of the HCYY11112017 across two seasons, with the second order placed proactively by the customer before the harvest season. Rod seal intervals have extended beyond 36 months in their reported experience, eliminating mid-harvest breakdowns entirely. The farm’s machinery manager noted that the chrome rod finish showed no corrosion after two full UK winters stored outdoors under canvas, a result he had not seen from their previous supplier.<\/p>\n

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“We’ve run these cylinders through two harvests and two wet Yorkshire winters without a single seal failure. The price per unit was lower than our previous supplier, and the quality has been noticeably better. We’ll be reordering before next season without question.”<\/p>\n

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“Replacement cylinders for our hook-lift trucks arrived correctly spec’d and pressure-tested. Fitting was straightforward and performance is exactly what we needed. Good communication throughout.”<\/p>\n

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Waste Management Company, West Midlands, UK<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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“We sourced 30 units for our baler attachment line. The cylinders matched our existing port and mounting specs perfectly. We saved around 22% versus our previous European supplier and lead time was acceptable.”<\/p>\n

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Agricultural Equipment Importer, Lincolnshire, UK<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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“The custom port configuration we requested was handled without any fuss and at no significant premium. Factory test certificates were provided. We’re now using this supplier for two other cylinder types across our product range.”<\/p>\n

Design Engineer<\/div>\n
Construction Attachment Manufacturer, County Durham, UK<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Supplying the UK Market<\/h2>\n

UK agricultural machinery dealers, plant hire companies, waste management fleet operators, and hydraulic repair workshops can order the HCYY11112017 towing and lifting cylinder directly from our export team. We are an established supplier to British buyers with experience navigating post-Brexit import documentation, tariff classification (HS code 8412.21 for double-acting hydraulic cylinders), and BSP port threading as standard option. Deliveries are made to mainland UK ports including Felixstowe, Southampton, and Liverpool, and we work with several UK-based freight forwarders who can arrange door delivery to your site or warehouse. Minimum order quantities are flexible for established buyers, and sample units can be arranged for evaluation against your existing machine interface before committing to volume.<\/p>\n

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Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n

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\nWhat is the price of a double-acting towing and lifting hydraulic cylinder for agricultural machinery in the UK? +<\/span><\/summary>\n

The price of the HCYY11112017 towing and lifting cylinder depends on order quantity and any custom specifications required. UK buyers are invited to contact our export team at sales@steeringcylinder.top<\/a> for a current price and quantity discount schedule. Sample units for evaluation can also be arranged.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nWhere can I find a reliable supplier of double-acting hydraulic cylinders for UK agricultural equipment and hook-lift trucks? +<\/span><\/summary>\n

Our factory manufactures double-acting hydraulic cylinders specifically for agricultural machinery, hook-lift trucks, and construction equipment, supplying UK buyers directly. Deliveries go to major UK ports including Felixstowe and Southampton, with BSP port threading available as standard.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nHow do I get a quote for a custom towing cylinder with non-standard bore or stroke for my UK OEM machine? +<\/span><\/summary>\n

Send your bore, rod diameter, stroke, mounting, and port requirements to sales@steeringcylinder.top<\/a>. Our engineering team will review your specifications and provide a quotation, typically within 48 hours on business days. CAD files and pressure test certificates are available on request.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nWhich seal material is best for a towing and lifting hydraulic cylinder used outdoors in wet UK conditions? +<\/span><\/summary>\n

Composite polyurethane and NBR seals perform reliably in the UK’s wet outdoor climate, offering good resistance to petroleum-based hydraulic oils and temperature variation. Our standard HCYY11112017 uses this seal combination. For particularly aggressive environments, FKM seals can be specified on custom orders.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nWhat is the difference between a single-acting and a double-acting towing cylinder for farm equipment? +<\/span><\/summary>\n

A single-acting cylinder extends using hydraulic pressure and relies on gravity, a spring, or mechanical load for retraction. A double-acting cylinder \u2014 like the HCYY11112017 \u2014 uses hydraulic pressure for both extension and retraction, giving full control regardless of machine orientation. This makes double-acting cylinders the preferred choice for most farm towing and lifting applications.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nWhen should I replace the hydraulic cylinder on my bale wagon or hook-lift truck in the UK? +<\/span><\/summary>\n

Common replacement indicators include visible rod scoring, oil weeping from the rod seal, sluggish or uncontrolled extension and retraction, and a spongy feel in the hydraulic circuit pointing to internal bypass. Preventive replacement before peak harvest or the winter waste-management season is advisable for fleet operators who cannot afford unplanned downtime.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nHow long does it take to deliver a towing and lifting cylinder order from your factory to a UK buyer? +<\/span><\/summary>\n

Standard configurations typically ship within 15\u201325 working days from order confirmation, arriving at UK ports in a further 15\u201320 days depending on the shipping route. Expedited production is available for urgent replacement requirements. Contact our team to discuss your timeline.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Ready to source the HCYY11112017 towing and lifting cylinder for your UK fleet or OEM line?<\/p>\n

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