Bucket Cylinder for Komatsu Mid-size Excavator PC160LC-7
Bucket Cylinder for Komatsu Mid-size Excavator PC160LC-7

The Komatsu mid-size PC160LC-7 excavator bucket cylinder is a precision-replacement hydraulic cylinder engineered for direct OEM-fit installation on Komatsu mid-size excavators. This Komatsu bucket cylinder matches the original bore diameter, stroke length, rod specification, port thread, and mounting pin geometry of the Komatsu OEM component, ensuring direct-fit compatibility without modification to the Komatsu PC160LC-7 excavator hydraulic circuit or attachment structure.

Key Technical Facts
- ✦ Cylinder type: Bucket cylinder for Komatsu mid-size excavator PC160LC-7 — double-acting, OEM-fit replacement
- ✦ Bore range: 100–160 mm — rod diameter 70–115 mm, working pressure 25–35 MPa
- ✦ Stroke range: 700–1,100 mm — push force 196–700 kN at max pressure
- ✦ Seal package: PU wiper seal + dual-lip NBR rod seal — High-frequency wiper seal for construction and quarrying duty
- ✦ Manufacturing standard: Bore H8 tolerance, rod Ra ≤ 0.2 μm hard chrome, 100% pressure test at 1.5× rated pressure
- ✦ Supply: 3–7 working days standard catalog sizes · Custom bore-stroke 15–25 working days · ISO 9001:2015
Komatsu Mid-size Excavator Bucket Cylinder — Technical Overview
The Komatsu PC160LC-7 bucket cylinder performs transmit bucket curl and crowd force at high dig cycle frequency as the between the arm tip and bucket linkage actuator in the excavator front attachment. High-frequency cycling — up to 600 cycles per shift in construction and quarrying applications — subjects the Komatsu bucket cylinder to progressive seal wear and rod chrome wear. Monitoring cylinder performance and replacing the unit before internal bypass develops protects the Komatsu hydraulic pump and control valves from contamination by worn seal particles.
Mounting pin diameter tolerance is a critical but often underspecified parameter when sourcing replacement Komatsu bucket cylinders. The Komatsu PC160LC-7 uses specific pin bore diameters at the cap-end and rod-end attachments. A replacement cylinder with oversized pin bores will introduce free play into the Komatsu excavator front attachment, causing fatigue cracking at the pin boss welds within hundreds of operating hours. Our engineers verify pin bore diameter, pin bore centre distance (pin-to-pin length), and lug offset against Komatsu OEM drawings before confirming supply.
For a complete listing of Komatsu excavator bucket cylinders, see our bucket cylinder category page. Technical guidance on identifying which components are failing is in our hydraulic cylinder bypass diagnostic guide.

OEM Compatibility — Komatsu PC160LC-7: This bucket cylinder is manufactured to match the Komatsu OEM bore, stroke, rod diameter, port thread standard, and mounting pin geometry for the PC160LC-7 series. The replacement Komatsu bucket cylinder installs directly into the Komatsu PC160LC-7 excavator without machining, shimming, or modification. Provide the Komatsu OEM part number when ordering for dimensional verification before despatch. Non-standard Komatsu PC160LC-7 variants — including long-reach and heavy-lift arm configurations — are available as custom-manufactured units within 15 to 25 working days.

OEM vs Replacement — Komatsu Excavator Bucket Cylinder Comparison
Seal Package — Komatsu PC160LC-7 Bucket Cylinder

The Komatsu PC160LC-7 bucket cylinder seal package consists of: a PU (polyurethane) rod wiper seal that excludes abrasive particles from the chrome rod surface on retraction; a primary PU or NBR rod seal that retains hydraulic oil under working pressure; NBR O-rings at the port fittings and end-cap interface; and a polyurethane piston seal that maintains the pressure differential between cap-end and rod-end chambers. Standard seals are rated for mineral hydraulic oil (ISO VG 32–68) at −20 °C to +80 °C continuous operation. For cold-climate Komatsu excavator operation below −20 °C, specify PU/NBR-55 low-temperature compound. For high-temperature or fire-resistant fluid applications, FKM (Viton) seals are available on request. The full seal kit for the Komatsu PC160LC-7 bucket cylinder is available separately — contact us with the Komatsu OEM part number to verify compatibility. See our hydraulic cylinder parts and seal guide for further information on seal selection.

Step 1 — Identify cylinder position: bucket cylinder (between the arm tip and bucket linkage)
Step 2 — Locate OEM part number: stamped on cylinder barrel or listed in Komatsu PC160LC-7 service manual
Step 3 — If part number not available: measure bore diameter (inside barrel), rod diameter (chrome surface),
stroke length (extended minus retracted), and collapsed length (pin-to-pin fully retracted)
Step 4 — Verify pin diameters at cap end and rod end — note mounting style (pin-eye, clevis, flange)
Step 5 — Submit OEM part number or measurements — receive compatibility verification and price within 24 hours
Komatsu Bucket Cylinder — Specification Reference:
Bore range: 100–160 mm Rod diameter: 70–115 mm
Stroke range: 700–1,100 mm Working pressure: 25–35 MPa
Push force: 196–700 kN at max working pressure
Application Areas — Komatsu Excavator Bucket Cylinder
Verify dimensions before ordering: Komatsu excavator bucket cylinders vary in bore, stroke, rod diameter, and pin geometry between model series and production years. Always supply the Komatsu OEM part number or a full dimensional drawing to verify correct supply. Our engineering team verifies compatibility against Komatsu dimensional data before processing every order.
When to replace vs reseal: Reseal the Komatsu PC160LC-7 bucket cylinder when rod seal leakage is present but the chrome rod surface is undamaged (no pitting, scoring, or peeling). Replace the full cylinder if: (1) chrome rod shows scoring deeper than 0.3 mm; (2) bore is out-of-round beyond 0.05 mm; (3) cylinder fails to hold load under pressure (internal bypass); or (4) barrel shows bending or weld failure. A damaged chrome rod will destroy any new seal set within 200 to 500 operating hours.
Installation Guidelines — Komatsu PC160LC-7 Bucket Cylinder
Install the replacement Komatsu PC160LC-7 bucket cylinder by first verifying pin diameter compatibility with the excavator’s existing pin set. Apply molybdenum disulphide grease to pin journals before insertion. Reconnect hydraulic hoses in their original positions — cap-end to cap-end, rod-end to rod-end. Tighten port fittings to the torque specified in the Komatsu PC160LC-7 hydraulic service manual. Start the engine at idle and cycle the bucket cylinder slowly five times to bleed trapped air. Inspect for external leakage at the rod seal and all port connections before returning the Komatsu excavator to productive work.
For pre-replacement diagnostics on the Komatsu PC160LC-7, refer to our cylinder bypass diagnostic guide. Review our manufacturing quality standards for full details of our production and testing process.
Manufacturing Capability: Ever-Power Huachang

Ever-Power Huachang was established in 1978 and has manufactured hydraulic cylinders continuously for 46 years. Our Komatsu excavator bucket cylinder program began with the introduction of Komatsu machines to the Chinese market and has expanded to cover every major Komatsu excavator model in production globally. We maintain direct relationships with Komatsu parts distributors and technical documentation sources, allowing us to cross-reference OEM part numbers and dimensional drawings for both current production and discontinued Komatsu PC160LC-7 variants.
Learn more about our manufacturing facility and engineering team on our company capability page.
Frequently Asked Questions: Komatsu PC160LC-7 Bucket Cylinder
Komatsu Excavator Cylinder — OEM Replacement Program
Discuss Your Komatsu Excavator Bucket Cylinder Requirement
Our engineering team has detailed Komatsu dimensional data for all PC160LC-7 variants. Provide the Komatsu OEM part number or machine serial number for fastest compatibility verification. We respond within one business day with stock availability and pricing.
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