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Hydraulic cylinders are actuation devices that utilize pressurized hydraulic fluid to generate linear motion and force. They function as mechanical actuators that provide a unidirectional force via a unidirectional stroke.
The primary types of hydraulic cylinders are single-acting hydraulic cylinders and double-acting hydraulic cylinders. Single-acting cylinders extend through pump pressure and retract through load weight or built-in springs. Specifications include telescopic, tie rod, mill type, and welded cylinders, with bore sizes categorized as less than 50 mm, 50 to 150 mm, and greater than 150 mm, applied across industrial equipment and mobile equipment. End-use industries span construction, aerospace and defense, material handling, agriculture, automotive, mining, oil and gas, marine, and others.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
Tariffs are influencing the hydraulic cylinder market by increasing costs of imported steel tubes, precision rods, seals, and machining components critical to cylinder manufacturing. North America and Europe are most affected due to reliance on imported raw materials and subcomponents, while Asia-Pacific suppliers face reduced export competitiveness. These tariffs increase production costs and extend lead times for OEMs. However, they are also driving localization of cylinder manufacturing, development of alternative materials, and innovation in modular and repair-friendly cylinder designs.
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The hydraulic cylinder market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $20.02 billion in 2025 to $21.11 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to infrastructure development, mechanization of agriculture, growth of industrial machinery, traditional hydraulic actuation, mining equipment demand.
The hydraulic cylinder market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $26.06 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to automation in heavy equipment, expansion of construction fleets, demand for energy efficient hydraulics, growth of electric and hybrid machinery, advanced sealing technologies. Major trends in the forecast period include growing demand for custom engineered cylinders, expansion of mobile hydraulic applications, focus on high load bearing designs, rising use in heavy duty machinery, preference for long service life cylinders.
The expansion of the renewable energy sector is expected to drive the growth of the hydraulic cylinder market in the coming years. The renewable energy sector involves the development, production, and utilization of energy from naturally renewable sources. Hydraulic cylinders are critical in various renewable energy technologies, ensuring efficient and reliable operation by regulating water flow to turbines and adjusting turbine blade pitch according to wind speed and direction. For instance, in July 2025, according to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), a UAE-based intergovernmental organization, renewable energy sources accounted for 29.9% of global electricity generation in 2023, totaling 8,928 terawatt hours (TWh), with renewable electricity generation growing 5.6% over 2022. Therefore, the growth of the renewable energy sector is supporting the hydraulic cylinder market.
Product innovation is a significant trend gaining traction in the hydraulic cylinder market. Numerous companies within this market are actively seeking new, innovative products to enhance their competitive position. For example, in September 2024, Idroteck, an Italy-based manufacturer of hydraulic components, introduced a new database of BIM models for its hydraulic compact cylinders, powered by CADENAS. This launch is designed to improve the design process for engineers and designers by providing easy access to precise 3D models of Idroteck's products. The database features a user-friendly interface that enables users to search for and download models in various formats compatible with different CAD software. By incorporating these models into their designs, users can streamline their workflows and enhance project efficiency, showcasing Idroteck's commitment to supporting the engineering community and fostering innovation.
In May 2023, Miller Industries, Inc., a US-based manufacturer of vehicle towing and recovery equipment, acquired Southern Hydraulic Cylinder, Inc. for $17.5 million. This acquisition allows Miller Industries, Inc. to enhance its product offerings and strengthen its market position by integrating Southern Hydraulic Cylinder, Inc.'s expertise in hydraulic systems and components, thereby expanding its capabilities within the vehicle towing and recovery equipment sector. Southern Hydraulic Cylinder, Inc. is a US-based company that provides industrial equipment, including hydraulic cylinders.
Major companies operating in the hydraulic cylinder market are Caterpillar Inc., Linde plc, Eaton Corporation, Parker-Hannifin Corporation, Liebherr Group, Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd., Wipro Infrastructure Engineering (WIN), Bosch Rexroth, SMC Corporation, HYDAC International GmbH, The Jiangsu Hengli Hydraulic Co. Ltd., Taiyo Ltd., Enerpac Tool Group, Sun Hydraulics LLC, Texas Hydraulics Inc., Prince Manufacturing Corporation, Ligon Industries LLC, Zenith Hydromatic, LEO engineers, Spareage Hydro, Kangaroo Hydraulics Private Limited, Swapnapoorti Hydraulics, KYB Americas Corporation
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the hydraulic cylinder market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the hydraulic cylinder market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the hydraulic cylinder market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The hydraulic cylinders market consists of sales of tie-rod cylinders, welded rod cylinders, telescopic cylinders. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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