Front end cylinders for trailers are multi-stage (telescopic) hydraulic cylinders installed at the front of dump and tipper trailers to generate powerful vertical lifting force. They are engineered for high payload capacity, smooth tipping motion, and long service life under demanding operating conditions.
As a professional front end hydraulic cylinder manufacturer, we supply OEM-grade telescopic cylinders for dump trailers, semi-trailers, agricultural trailers, and bulk transport vehicles worldwide.
What Are Front End Cylinders for Trailers?
A front end trailer cylinder is a vertically mounted telescopic hydraulic cylinder positioned between the trailer chassis and the dump body. When hydraulic pressure is applied, the cylinder extends stage by stage, lifting the trailer body to discharge bulk materials by gravity.
Features
1. Super strong load capacity
Forged with aviation-grade alloy steel, after millions of fatigue tests, the compressive strength is increased by 40%, and the service life exceeds 100,000 cycles.
2. Extremely fast response system
Optimized hydraulic flow channel design, lifting speed reaches 0.8m/s, no jamming and shaking, and loading and unloading efficiency is increased by 35%.
3. Zero leakage sealing solution
German MERKEL three-level high-pressure sealing combination, pressure resistance value 35MPa, -40℃\~120℃ full working condition anti-leakage.
4. Full environmental protection
Hard chrome plating + nano anti-corrosion spraying on the rod body, salt spray test over 1000 hours, suitable for high corrosion scenes in mines/ports.
5. Energy-saving and intelligent maintenance
Modular quick-disassembly design, it only takes 15 minutes to replace the seal; energy consumption is 22% lower than the industry standard.
6. Multi-stage telescopic structure
7. Front-mounted vertical installation
8. High lifting force and tipping angle
9. Compact retracted length
10. Designed for heavy loads and stability
Applications of Front End Cylinders for Trailers
Front end hydraulic cylinders are widely used in bulk material transport and unloading operations.
• Dump trailers
•Tipper trailers
•Semi-trailers
•Agricultural grain and silage trailers
•Construction and mining transport trailers
•Waste and refuse trailers
Front End Cylinders vs Underbody Cylinders
| Feature | Front End Cylinder | Underbody Cylinder |
|---|
| Lifting Force | Very High | Medium |
| Tipping Angle | Large | Moderate |
| Installation | Front mount | Underbody |
| Load Capacity | Heavy-duty | Light to medium |
| Typical Use | Dump & tipper trailers | Small trailers |
OEM & Custom Front End Cylinder Solutions
We offer OEM and ODM front end hydraulic cylinders for trailers, including:
Load and tipping angle calculation
Stage and bore sizing
Seal and material selection
CAD drawing confirmation
Prototype testing and batch production
Each cylinder undergoes:
Pressure testing
Stage synchronization inspection
Leakage and seal performance checks
Surface finish and dimensional control
FAQs – Front End Cylinders for Trailers
What type of cylinder is used on dump trailers?
Most dump trailers use single-acting multi-stage front end hydraulic cylinders.
Why choose a front end cylinder over an underbody cylinder?
Front end cylinders provide higher lifting force and greater tipping angles, making them suitable for heavy loads.
Can front end trailer cylinders be customized?
Yes. Bore size, stroke length, number of stages, seals, and coatings can all be customized.
What is the normal working pressure?
Typically 16–25 MPa, depending on trailer load and cylinder design.
