The Bomag 05850410 Steering Cylinder is a genuine OEM component designed for BC-series refuse and landfill compactors. Built to original equipment specifications, this steering cylinder delivers the precise hydraulic actuation needed to maintain accurate machine articulation under the punishing conditions of active landfill operations. This part is confirmed to fit the BC 972 RB-3, BC 972 RB-4, BC 1172 RB-3, and BC 1172 RB-4 refuse/landfill compactors — ensuring a direct, correct-fit installation with no adaptation required. Sourcing an OEM replacement means you get the same cylinder geometry, port sizing, and seal specifications as the original, protecting the integrity of the machine's steering system from the first cycle.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Hydraulic Precision — manufactured to BOMAG's original specifications for bore diameter, stroke length, and operating pressure, ensuring consistent hydraulic force output through every steering cycle
- Direct-Fit Installation — mounting interfaces, hydraulic port threads, and overall dimensions match the original cylinder exactly, allowing a straightforward swap on supported machines
- Confirmed Compactor Fitment — compatible with the BC 972 RB-3, BC 972 RB-4, BC 1172 RB-3, and BC 1172 RB-4 refuse/landfill compactors, covering both the RB-3 and RB-4 generations of this heavy-duty machine line
- Sustained Steering Responsiveness — a correctly functioning steering cylinder keeps articulation sharp and predictable; a worn or leaking cylinder leads to sluggish response, uneven compaction passes, and operator fatigue on the face
- Safety-Critical Component — the steering cylinder is a primary steering control element; replacing a failed unit with an OEM part maintains the hydraulic pressure ratings and response characteristics the machine was engineered around
The steering cylinder is a hydraulic actuator that controls the articulation joint between the front and rear frames of the compactor, allowing the operator to steer the machine across the landfill face. It converts hydraulic pressure from the steering circuit into lateral force, pivoting the machine smoothly through turns. When this cylinder develops internal leaks or seal failure, steering becomes imprecise or unresponsive, reducing compaction pattern accuracy and creating a safety concern on sloped or uneven terrain — making timely replacement with a correct OEM part essential.
Part Details
| Part Number | 05850410 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Bomag |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Steering Cylinder |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Refuse / Landfill Compactor | BC 1172 RB-3 | 00818153 |
| Refuse / Landfill Compactor | BC 972 RB-3 | 00824085 |
| Refuse / Landfill Compactor | BC 972 RB-4 | 00824899 |
| Refuse / Landfill Compactor | BC 1172 RB-4 | 00824901 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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