Head As. 8J2880
Skid Skeeter Caterpillar 216, 216B, 216B3, 226B, 226B3, 228, 232B, 236, 236B, 236B3, 236D, 242B, 242B3, 242D, 246C, 246D, 247, 247B, 247B3, 252B, 252B3, 256C, 257B, 257B3, 257D, 259B3, 259D, 262C, 262C2, 262D, 267, 267B, 268B
Lift Cylinder Bore 108,00 Stroke 1.425,00 Hydraulic Cylinder
8J-2880
4 kg
Compatible Brand: Caterpillar
Part Number: 8J-2880 (8J2880)
Superseded / Interchange Numbers: 8J-2880, 8J2880
Part Name: Skid Steer Loader Lift Cylinder Head Assembly / Gland Assembly
Technical Specifications: Cylinder Bore Fitment: 108.00 mm / Stroke: 1,425.00 mm / Weight: ~4 kg / Hydraulic Cylinder Head / Gland Component
Compatible Machinery: Caterpillar Skid Steer Loaders & Multi Terrain Loaders (216, 216B, 216B3, 226B, 226B3, 228, 232B, 236, 236B, 236B3, 236D, 242B, 242B3, 242D, 246C, 246D, 247, 247B, 247B3, 252B, 252B3, 256C, 257B, 257B3, 257D, 259B3, 259D, 262C, 262C2, 262D, 267, 267B, 268B series)
What It Does:
Serves as the cylinder head (gland assembly) mounted at the front end of the loader lift hydraulic cylinders on Caterpillar skid steer loaders and multi-terrain loaders. It securely closes the front section of the cylinder barrel to contain high-pressure hydraulic fluid while providing precision guiding and alignment for the reciprocating piston rod. Housing rod seals, buffer rings, wiper seals, and wear bands, it maintains high-pressure hydraulic sealing and prevents external contaminants such as abrasive dust, dirt, and moisture from entering the cylinder.
Importance:
A critical structural and sealing component essential for rod alignment, smooth stroke cycling, and total fluid retention during high-cycle loader arm lifting and material handling. Precision-machined to fit a 108.00 mm bore cylinder with a 4 kg heavy-duty construction, it effectively absorbs dynamic shock pulses, side loads, and mechanical vibrations transmitted through the lift arms, protecting internal seals, reducing rod scoring, and preventing external oil leakage under demanding operating conditions.
As Seçkin Makine, we manufacture this product as an aftermarket item fully equivalent to the original specifications in terms of raw materials, technical dimensions, and performance characteristics. This product comes with a 1-year warranty from the invoice date.