Refuse-truck cylinders live in one of the toughest duty cycles in hydraulics: high cycle counts, shock loads and contaminated air. Start with the motion — arm, lift, packer, sweep or grip — because each favours a different geometry and mount.
Bore and rod set the force and side-load capacity; stroke must cover the full travel with margin. Hard-chrome rod and high-temperature seals are non-negotiable for corrosion and packer abrasion.
Where possible, standardize mounts and ports across your fleet so spares stay simple. HCIC builds to European and American chassis standards and can match OEM fitment for direct replacement.