The Genie 53.0400.1809GT is a genuine OEM Tilt Cylinder designed for Genie GTH-series telehandlers, including the GTH-5519, GTH-2506 IIIA, GTH-2506 IIIB, and GTH-2506 AU.3. Sourced directly from Genie, this cylinder meets the exact engineering standards your telehandler was built with, ensuring a straight-swap installation with no guesswork. If your machine is showing sluggish carriage response, uneven tilt movement, or visible hydraulic leakage at the cylinder, this is the component to address. Cross-reference part number 53.0400.1809GT against your GTH parts manual to confirm application before ordering.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Hydraulic Integrity — Built to the same pressure ratings and seal specifications as the original, ensuring consistent hydraulic response under load.
- Direct-Mount Replacement — Mounts to existing attachment points on compatible GTH telehandlers, matching the original cylinder's bore, stroke, and port configuration.
- Broad GTH Compatibility — Fits the GTH-5519, GTH-2506 IIIA, GTH-2506 IIIB, and GTH-2506 AU.3, covering multiple emissions and regional variants within the GTH-2506 family.
- Precise Carriage Control — A correctly functioning tilt cylinder delivers smooth, responsive fork and attachment tilt, which is essential for accurate load placement at height or distance.
- Operational Safety on Every Lift — Tilt cylinder integrity is directly tied to load control on a telehandler; a compromised cylinder can result in unintended carriage movement, making this a safety-critical component on any GTH machine.
The tilt cylinder is a hydraulic actuator that controls the forward and backward tilt of the carriage and forks on a telehandler. Pressurized hydraulic fluid extends or retracts the cylinder rod, allowing the operator to angle the attachment to keep loads level as the boom is raised, extended, or repositioned. When this cylinder develops internal leakage, damaged seals, or a bent or scored rod, tilt response becomes slow, inconsistent, or impossible to hold under load — directly affecting load stability and operator control. Replacing a worn or failed cylinder with a genuine OEM unit restores the hydraulic precision the GTH platform was engineered to deliver.
Part Details
| Part Number | 53.0400.1809GT |
|---|---|
| Brand | Genie |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Tilt Cylinder |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| GTH-5519 | GTH-5519 |
| GTH-2506 IIIA | GTH-2506 IIIA |
| GTH-2506 IIIB | GTH-2506 IIIB |
| GTH-2506 AU.3 | GTH-2506 AU.3 |
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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