Forklift Tilt Cylinder | EP-HCYY11112001 Model
Forklift Tilt Cylinder
EP-HCYY11112001 · Bore Φ60–100mm · 18.1 MPa
The double-acting forklift tilt cylinder that controls the mast angle on counterbalanced forklifts. Tilts the mast forward for load pickup and backward for safe transport. Available in 7 specifications covering bores from Φ60 to Φ100 mm. Integrated load-holding valve locks the mast angle under any hydraulic failure condition.
Technical Specifications
▲ Dimension Drawing
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Forklift Tilt Cylinder |
| Cylinder Model | EP-HCYY11112001 |
| Bore Diameter (D) | Φ60 – Φ100 mm (7 specifications) |
| Rod Diameter (d) | Φ25 – Φ40 mm |
| Stroke (S) | 32 – 193 mm |
| Installation Distance (L) | 109 – 565 mm |
| Working Pressure | 18.1 MPa |
| Maximum Withstand Pressure | 27 MPa |
| Interface Dimensions (M) | 2-G1/4 |
| Weight | 12 kg (Φ70 specification) |
| Cylinder Type | Double-acting, single rod |
| Application | Counterbalanced Forklift — Mast Tilt |
▲ Forklift Tilt Cylinder | EP-HCYY11112001 ModelAvailable Specifications
The forklift tilt cylinder is available in 7 specifications, covering a wide range of counterbalanced forklifts. Select the specification that matches your forklift's bore diameter and stroke requirement:
| No. | Bore (D) | Rod (d) | Stroke (S) | Inst. Dist. (L) | Specifications |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Φ60 | Φ30 | 32 | 109 | Φ60×Φ30×32 |
| 2 | Φ63 | Φ25 | 55 | 368 | Φ63×Φ25×55 |
| 3 | Φ65 | Φ25 | 109 | 514 | Φ65×Φ25×109 |
| 4 | Φ70 | Φ30 | 156 | 453 | Φ70×Φ30×156 |
| 5 | Φ80 | Φ30 | 156 | 456.5 | Φ80×Φ30×156 |
| 6 | Φ85 | Φ35 | 180 | 565 | Φ85×Φ35×180 |
| 7 | Φ100 | Φ40 | 193 | 498 | Φ100×Φ40×193 |
How the Forklift Tilt Cylinder Works

Two tilt cylinders — one on each side of the mast — work as a matched pair. Each cylinder connects the forklift frame (trunnion mount) to the mast structure (clevis mount), converting linear rod stroke into angular mast movement.
When the rod extends, the mast tilts forward — angling the forks downward to engage pallet openings or place loads on racking. When the rod retracts, the mast tilts backward — pressing the load against the carriage backrest for safe transport. Backward tilt is the larger angle, providing a stronger gravitational lock on the load during driving, braking, and turning.
The tilt cylinder is the most safety-critical hydraulic component on the forklift. An integrated load-holding check valve at the 2-G1/4 port locks the mast at any set angle — even if a hose bursts, the pump stops, or the engine shuts off. This prevents uncontrolled forward mast drift that could cause the load to slide off the forks. Browse the full forklift hydraulic cylinder range.
Forward Tilt vs Backward Tilt
The rod extends through the full stroke, pushing the mast top forward. The forks angle downward for load pickup. Forward tilt is the smaller angle — limiting the risk of loads sliding off during the pickup motion. Used for engaging pallet openings and placing loads on racking.
The rod retracts, pulling the mast backward. The forks angle upward, pressing the load against the backrest. This is the primary safety position — the mast stays backward for 90% of operating time. The load-holding valve locks this angle without continuous hydraulic pressure.

Key Advantages
- Integrated load-holding valve — pilot-operated check valve at the 2-G1/4 port locks the mast at any angle under hydraulic system failure. Prevents uncontrolled forward tilt that could drop the load.
- 7 specifications available — bore Φ60 to Φ100 mm, stroke 32 to 193 mm, installation distance 109 to 565 mm. One cylinder model covers a wide range of counterbalanced forklifts without custom engineering.
- 27 MPa maximum withstand pressure — 1.49× safety factor over the 18.1 MPa working pressure. Absorbs transient pressure spikes from rapid tilt reversal and fork impact loads.
- ⚡ 2-G1/4 BSP hydraulic ports — standard G1/4 BSP thread interface for straightforward integration with existing forklift hydraulic circuits. No adapter fittings required.
- Hard-chrome rod, Ra ≤0.2 µm — precision-honed rod surface for minimum seal friction and maximum seal life in the short-stroke, high-frequency cycling pattern of forklift tilt cylinders.
- ️ OEM-grade quality — manufactured to the same specifications and quality standards as original equipment cylinders fitted to major forklift brands worldwide. Every cylinder is 100% pressure tested and dimensionally inspected.
Complete Forklift Hydraulic Cylinder Family
Korea Ever-Power manufactures a complete range of forklift hydraulic cylinders — every cylinder type on the forklift, from a single source:
Tilt Cylinder — mast forward/backward pitch. 7 specs, Φ60–100 mm.
Lifting Cylinder — raises/lowers the carriage. Φ56–60 mm, stroke 1,500 mm.
Steering Cylinder — rear wheel direction. Φ65–80 mm, double-rod design.
Free-lift stage. 5 specs, Φ75–95 mm, high rod ratio.
Fork spacing + lateral adjustment. 5 specs, Φ50–70 mm.
Ultra-compact for electric/manual pallet trucks. 4 specs, Φ40–45 mm.
Why Choose Korea Ever-Power
Korea Ever-Power is a professional hydraulic cylinder manufacturer and supplier, specialising in forklift hydraulic cylinders, aerial work vehicle cylinders, mobile machinery cylinders, offshore cylinders, and industrial engineering cylinders. Our production facilities are equipped with composite machining centres, multi-station welding robots, automated assembly lines, specialised cylinder testing machines, and a dedicated quality inspection area — ensuring every cylinder meets OEM-grade performance standards.

Korea Ever-Power forklift tilt cylinders are manufactured to the same specifications and quality standards as original equipment cylinders fitted to major forklift brands worldwide. Every cylinder is 100% hydrostatic pressure tested, dimensionally inspected, and shipped with a test certificate and seal kit. Contact the Korea Ever-Power team for pricing and lead time.

Frequently Asked Questions
What Our Customers Say
"We replaced tilt cylinders on 14 forklifts with the Φ70 specification tilt cylinder. Installation distance and port positions matched our existing setup exactly — direct bolt-in, no modifications. After 9 months of 2-shift operation, zero leaks across all 28 cylinders."
J. Henderson — Fleet Maintenance Manager, UK
"The integrated load-holding valves at the 2-G1/4 ports were the deciding factor. Our previous aftermarket cylinders came without valves. Korea Ever-Power supplies this tilt cylinder with the valve pre-fitted and tested — saves 45 minutes per cylinder on installation."
M. Bauer — Workshop Foreman, Germany
"Good quality at approximately 35% below OEM list price. We ordered the Φ80 and Φ100 specifications for our mixed fleet. Rod surface finish measured Ra 0.15 µm — better than spec. Delivery was 6 weeks."
L. Santos — Procurement Manager, Brazil
"Ordered three different tilt cylinder specifications in a single order — Φ70, Φ80, and Φ100. All shipped together, all passed incoming inspection on first check. Consistent quality across specifications."
Y. Tanaka — Service Engineer, Japan
"Third fleet order. Standardised on Korea Ever-Power forklift tilt cylinders across our 45-forklift fleet. Warranty returns: zero. Cost saving versus OEM genuine parts: 30–40%."
P. van der Berg — Technical Director, Netherlands
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