McNeilus Air Hopper Cylinder - 2.5 X 8 Double Acting

McNeilus Air Hopper Cylinder - 2.5 X 8 Double Acting

This double-acting air hopper cylinder features a 2.5-inch bore and an 8-inch stroke, designed specifically for the pneumatic hopper lift systems on rear discharge concrete mixers. It provides the necessary force to tilt or raise the charge hopper for cleaning, maintenance, or discharging operations. Built to withstand the harsh conditions of ready-mix concrete environments, it includes a 5/8"-18 threaded rod and measures 17.5 inches from pin center to pin center when fully retracted. This cylinder serves as a direct replacement for McNeilus, Con-Tech, CBMW, and Schwing hopper lift cylinders.

Key Features

• Double-acting pneumatic operation for powered lifting and lowering of the mixer hopper
• 17.5-inch retracted length (pin center to pin center) for exact OEM fitment
• 5/8"-18 threaded rod end for secure clevis attachment
• Direct replacement for multiple major mixer brands including McNeilus, Con-Tech, and CBMW

Fits These Mixers

McNeilus, Con-Tech, CBMW, Kimble. Fits the pneumatic hopper lift (tilt hopper) circuits on rear discharge concrete mixer trucks, including McNeilus, Con-Tech (CTM), CBMW (Continental), and Schwing models.

All measurements ± standard manufacturing tolerance.

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