Standard Cat 2 Hydraulic Top Links
Choose a standard Cat 2 hydraulic top link with ball joints at both ends. Compare the 50/30, 60/40 and 63/35 mm bore/rod versions by length range and mounting dimensions.
CHECK FIRST, THEN CHOOSE
Choose your top link by category, mounting dimensions, retracted and extended length, cylinder bore and piston rod diameter. Check both ends and compare the technical drawing with your tractor and implement. Category or tractor brand alone does not establish compatibility.
Compare length and stroke
| Product · bore/rod | Length¹ | Stroke |
|---|---|---|
|
SPH320035 50/30 mm |
430–590 mm | 160 mm |
|
SPH320043 63/35 mm |
450–610 mm | 160 mm |
|
SPH320095 60/40 mm |
500–690 mm | 190 mm |
¹ Retracted–extended length from the metric product drawing. These are examples; open the product for all mounting dimensions and supplied components.
SPH320035 and SPH320043 both have 160 mm stroke but different length ranges. Their drawings show Ø25.4 mm holes and 51 mm mounting widths. SPH320095 shows Ø26 mm and 43.5 mm. Check each product drawing: a hole diameter is not automatically the nominal pin diameter.
Cylinder bore and piston rod
50/30, 60/40 and 63/35 mm describe cylinder bore and piston rod diameter, respectively. They are not the cylinder’s outside diameter or the mounting pin size. A larger cylinder size alone does not establish the permitted load for your application.
Which dimensions should you compare?
A suitable hydraulic top link must match both the mounting points and the required adjustment range. Check these points before ordering:
Category and mounting dimensions: compare the pin size and the width or clearance available at both ends.
Retracted and extended length: check the measurement points on the technical drawing and compare the full range with your application. Stroke alone is not enough.
Hydraulic controls and connections: check the required controls, hose length and couplings on the product page and on your tractor.
Also compare the connection and profile of the quick couplings. The same nominal connection size alone does not confirm that two couplings will fit together.
Compare configurations
Category 2 Hydraulic Top Links · Standard Cat 2 Hydraulic Top Links · Cat 2 Hydraulic Top Links with Hook · Cat 2 Hydraulic Top Links with Hook and Clevis
Need individual parts? View our top link accessories and repair parts. Select replacement parts according to the specifications of your own configuration.
Frequently asked questions about hydraulic top links
Will a hydraulic top link fit any tractor brand?
Compatibility depends on the three-point linkage, mounting dimensions, required length and hydraulic connections. Choose according to the configuration and technical drawing, rather than tractor brand alone.
How do I measure the top link length I need?
Compare the required retracted and extended lengths with the drawing for your chosen product. Use the same measurement points as the drawing. Allow for clearance around the end fittings; comparing only the overall outside length or stroke is not enough.
Are hoses and quick couplings included?
This depends on the product. Check the supplied components, hose length and coupling configuration on the product page. This shows what is included and what else you may need.
Need help choosing your hydraulic top link?
Unsure which configuration you need? Send us your tractor model, photos of the mounting points and the dimensions of your current top link via WhatsApp. Tell us which implement you intend to use so we can help you check the options.
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