3 Bore × 8 ASAE Stroke
Cissoko
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Experience unmatched power and precision with our high-performance Cissoko Hydraulics Welded Double Acting Hydraulic Cylinder with a 3-inch bore and 8-inch ASAE stroke with clevis ends and 3500 PSI. This cylinder is a best option for heavy-duty hydraulics. Perfect fit to automotive hydraulic applications (vehicle lifts, dump trucks, towing and recovery), construction equipment (loaders, bulldozers), agricultural machinery (tractors, combine harvesters, sprayers), forestry (tree harvesters, skidders), and mining equipment (drilling rigs, haul trucks).
High-pressure durability : Rated operating pressure up to 3000 PSI , made with high-strength microalloyed steel tubing and cast steel lug base, designed specifically for heavy-duty industrial and agricultural machinery.
Excellent corrosion resistance and lifespan : The piston rod is precision ground, polished and hard chrome plated , which can effectively reduce frictional resistance, prevent scratches and extend the life of the seals.
Easy-to-maintain design : Equipped with a threaded screw-in cylinder head (Gland Cap) , it can be easily disassembled without special clamping tools when the seal needs to be replaced or maintenance is required.
Long stroke load capacity : While meeting the requirements of 18" long stroke operation, it combines heavy-duty cast steel lugs to have excellent lateral load resistance and high cost performance.
SKU | Bore | Stroke | Rod Ø | Retracted | Extended | Pin Ø | Port Size | Column Load | Weight |
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WCL 3x4 | 3 in | 4 in | 1.5 in | 14.25 in | 18.25 in | 1 in | SAE 8 | 21,200 LBs | 24 LBs |
WCL 3x6 | 3 in | 6 in | 1.5 in | 16.25 in | 22.25 in | 1 in | SAE 8 | 21,200 LBs | 25 LBs |
WCL 3x8 | 3 in | 8 in | 1.5 in | 18.25 in | 26.25 in | 1 in | SAE 8 | 21,200 LBs | 27 LBs |
WCL 3x8 ASAE | 3 in | 8 in | 1.5 in | 20.25 in | 28.25 in | 1 in | SAE 8 | 21,200 LBs | 29 LBs |
WCL 3x10 | 3 in | 10 in | 1.5 in | 20.25 in | 30.25 in | 1 in | SAE 8 | 21,200 LBs | 30 LBs |
WCL 3x12 | 3 in | 12 in | 1.5 in | 22.25 in | 34.25 in | 1 in | SAE 8 | 21,200 LBs | 32 LBs |
WCL 3x14 | 3 in | 14 in | 1.5 in | 24.25 in | 38.25 in | 1 in | SAE 8 | 21,200 LBs | 34 LBs |
WCL 3x16 | 3 in | 16 in | 1.5 in | 26.25 in | 42.25 in | 1 in | SAE 8 | 21,200 LBs | 35 LBs |
WCL 3x18 | 3 in | 18 in | 1.5 in | 28.25 in | 46.25 in | 1 in | SAE 8 | 21,200 LBs | 37 LBs |
WCL 3x20 | 3 in | 20 in | 1.5 in | 30.25 in | 50.25 in | 1 in | SAE 8 | 21,200 LBs | 40 LBs |
WCL 3x24 | 3 in | 24 in | 1.5 in | 34.25 in | 58.25 in | 1 in | SAE 8 | 16,400 LBs | 43 LBs |
WCL 3x30 | 3 in | 30 in | 1.5 in | 40.25 in | 70.25 in | 1 in | SAE 8 | 11,300 LBs | 50 LBs |
WCL 3x36 | 3 in | 36 in | 1.5 in | 46.25 in | 82.25 in | 1 in | SAE 8 | 8,200 LBs | 55 LBs |
WCL 3x48 | 3 in | 48 in | 1.5 in | 58.25 in | 106.25 in | 1 in | SAE 8 | 4,970 LBs | 68 LBs |
Applications
Primary Vehicle Applications
Standard Dump Trucks (Class 7 & Class 8): Widely used on 10-wheelers, tri-axle, and quad-axle dump trucks with body lengths ranging from 14 to 18 feet .
Dump Trailers & End Dumps: Installed on medium-sized end dump semi-trailers or heavy-duty pull trailers requiring an aggressive tilt angle to shed stubborn
Pup Trailers: Commonly used on independent dump pup trailers towered behind a standard dump truck to maximize total hauling capacity.
Construction & Aggregates: Lifting heavy loads of gravel, crushed stone, sand, and asphalt on rugged construction sites.
Demolition & Waste Management: Tipping large-volume truck bodies carrying concrete debris, scrap metal, and heavy municipal waste .
Mining & Earthmoving: Operating on site-specific support vehicles hauling heavy soil, overburden, and mineral ores .
Agriculture: Used on specialized agricultural bulk trailers for high-volume dumping of grain, silage, and fertilizers .

3 Bore × 8 ASAE Stroke Clevis Hydraulic Cylinders are typically packaged securely to prevent damage during transit. The packaging includes:
Protective Wrapping: To safeguard the pump from environmental damage.
Custom Crates: For larger, heavier pumps, ensuring safe handling.
Documentation: Includes installation, maintenance instructions, and warranty details.
Delivery time depends on the model, customizations, and location but typically ranges from 2 to 6 weeks from the order date.
Standard 3×8 hydraulic cylinder: In pursuit of a compact structure, when the piston rod is fully retracted, the closed center distance of the pin holes at both ends is typically only 18.25 inches .
3×8 ASAE cylinders: Strictly in accordance with the standards and specifications of the American Society of Agricultural Engineers (ASAE), which mandates that the center distance when fully retracted must be fixed at 20.25 inches (a full 2 inches longer than the standard version).
Important reminder: The mounting distance of the base on the equipment must be measured before ordering. If your agricultural machinery is designed according to standard ASAE implements, purchasing a regular hydraulic cylinder will result in it being too short to be properly pulled into place or installed.
Achieving "universal interchangeability" of agricultural machinery. In the early days, major North American agricultural machinery manufacturers (such as John Deere and Case IH) had very chaotic provisions for hydraulic installation space when designing tractor lifting arms, plows, and folding wings for seeders.
Standardized Measurement: To ensure farmers can readily purchase universal hydraulic cylinder replacement parts for any brand of tractor, the ASAE Association has mandated a standardized physical mounting distance for hydraulic cylinders in agricultural applications. 20.25 inches is considered the "gold standard" for 8-inch stroke hydraulic cylinders in agricultural equipment.
Extremely powerful: The large 3-inch cylinder bore provides a wide internal pressure surface area. It can output 17,671 pounds (about 8 tons) of thrust at a conventional agricultural machine system pressure of 2,500 PSI; and can unleash an ultra-powerful theoretical thrust of up to 21,205 pounds (about 9.62 tons) at a heavy load pressure of 3,000 PSI .
Extremely high bending stability: Due to the large bore and short stroke of this cylinder, and the fact that its piston rod is typically thickened to 1.25 or 1.5 inches, its column load bending stiffness is extremely high when fully extended (28.25 inches). As long as there is no severe lateral eccentricity (tightening) at the two end lugs during installation, it is virtually impossible for it to be bent under rated load.
Traditional agricultural operations prioritize "tie-rod" cylinders, such as those from Chief or Grizzly. These cylinders are secured by four high-strength, long bolts. When working in the field, if the oil seal is accidentally damaged by mud or crop stalks, causing an oil leak, farmers can easily disassemble and replace the internal seal using a regular wrench, making repairs extremely convenient.
For long lifespan and maintenance-free operation, choose "welded" options: such as Magister 's fully welded series. These have smooth outer walls, a more compact outer diameter than tie-rod cylinders, and pressure ratings typically soaring to 3,500 PSI. Internally, they utilize modern multi-piece oil seals, offering superior explosion-proof and leak-proof capabilities, requiring virtually no maintenance.
Older generation agricultural machinery cylinders mostly use 1/2" NPT tapered pipe threads, relying on the mutual compression of raw material tape for sealing.
Modern heavy-duty hydraulic cylinders: To prevent leakage due to high-pressure vibration, most have switched to SAE 8 (ORB / O-Ring Boss) straight pipe threads, relying on the O-ring end face at the bottom of the connector for sealing.
Solution: The thread pitch and taper of the two are completely mismatched; do not force it . You only need to purchase a pair of SAE 8 male to 1/2" NPT female hydraulic adapters to perfectly connect the old pipeline without damaging the new cylinder.
6. Do you provide OEM or customized services
Yes, we support OEM and customization, including nameplate, packaging, and specific performance requirements. Send us your drawings or specifications for evaluation.
3 Bore × 8 ASAE Stroke Clevis Hydraulic Cylinders are manufactured in compliance with international standards, ensuring high performance and reliability:
ISO 9001: Certified for quality management systems.
CE Certification: Ensures compliance with European safety, health, and environmental protection standards.
RoHS Compliance: Ensures the Cylinders does not contain hazardous materials.
Factory Testing: Every Cylinders is rigorously tested for performance, pressure, and leak integrity before shipping.
1.What's our advantages?
Factory established in 2005;
With a great deal of production experience;
80+ employees become the professional team;
Constant updated ERP system ensure efficiency of work;
Sophisticated equipment ehanced the accuracy of products;
Professional salesmen provide the greast service;
With a large number of famous customers all over the world;
Great after-sales service;
With the long term cooperation with famous logistics and express company in China,provide the better goods service.
Small order/sample order,full payment in advance; Big orders send the first payment 30% before the production,and the balance before shippment.We'll show the photos of the products and packages before delivery.
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America(40.5%):USA, Canada, Argentina, Brazil
Europe(30.8%):Italy,Germany,England,Holland,Spain,Swiss,Finland,Russia,Poland.
Asia(23.5%):Korea,singapore,India,Turkey,Vietnam,Saudi Arabia,Syria, Israel,Lebanon.
Others(5.8%).
Cissoko Hydraulic Manufacturing Plant is an industrial facility specializing in the production of components for dump trucks. Equipped with advanced machinery and technology, the plant manufactures high-quality hydraulic products that are widely used in various types of dump truck systems.
The production process typically involves precision engineering, where raw materials—such as metals and alloys—are processed into components like gears, pistons, cylinder blocks, and seals. These components are subsequently assembled into fully functional units, including hydraulic pumps, cylinders, PTOs, valves, and oil tanks. Each unit then undergoes performance testing and quality control to ensure reliability, efficiency, and durability across a wide range of operating conditions.
Cissoko Hydraulics’ hydraulic product manufacturing facilities adhere to rigorous quality standards—often meeting multiple international certifications—designed to satisfy customer expectations.
All hydraulic products manufactured by Cissoko Hydraulic have undergone compliance testing, ensuring their quality and reliability.
To meet the diverse needs of the industry, Cissoko Hydraulics offers an extensive range of customization options. Its team frequently collaborates closely with engineers and technical personnel to develop tailored solutions for specific applications—addressing requirements that span everything from high-pressure systems to low-flow operations.
Every hydraulic product undergoes a rigorous quality control process—including pressure testing and performance evaluation—to ensure that it meets the required standards for flow rate, pressure-bearing capacity, and durability.