5-Inch Bore Hydraulic Cylinder and Inch-to-Metric Bore Chart

A 5-inch bore equals 127 mm. The nearest metric bore, Ø125 mm (4.92"), has 3.1 % less piston area, so it delivers practically the same force: 22.1 US tons at 2,320 psi (160 bar).

Fenitsa builds metric FDH cylinders; the chart below maps common inch bores to the nearest metric size so you can compare force before ordering.

5-Inch Bore Hydraulic Cylinder and Inch-to-Metric Bore Chart

5" Bore: Ø125 mm Data

Ø125 mm (4.92") FDH
ItemValue
Rod optionsØ70 mm (2.76") or Ø90 mm (3.54")
Rod-end threadM48×2
Push at 2,320 psi / 3,626 psi22.1 / 34.5 US tons
Pull at 2,320 psi (Ø70 rod)15.1 US tons
Push in lbf (2,320 psi)44,141
Max. stroke5,000 mm (197")

4" Bore: Ø100 mm Data

A 4-inch bore is 101.6 mm; the metric Ø100 mm (3.94") has 3.1 % less area and pushes 14.1 US tons at 2,320 psi. Rods Ø56 or Ø70 mm (2.20" / 2.76"), thread M42×2.

Inch-to-Metric Bore Chart

Force with the nearest FDH metric bore.

Inch bores and metric equivalents
Inch boremmNearest metricArea differenceUS tons @ 2,320 psiUS tons @ 3,626 psi
2"50.8Ø50 (1.97")-3.1 %3.55.5
2.5"63.5Ø63 (2.48")-1.6 %5.68.8
3"76.2Ø80 (3.15")+10.2 %9.014.1
3.5"88.9Ø100 (3.94")+26.5 %14.122.1
4"101.6Ø100 (3.94")-3.1 %14.122.1
5"127.0Ø125 (4.92")-3.1 %22.134.5
6"152.4Ø160 (6.30")+10.2 %36.256.5
8"203.2Ø200 (7.87")-3.1 %56.588.3

Replacing an Inch Cylinder

  • Check the force with the metric bore at your system pressure.
  • Match the mounting pin diameter, closed length and stroke — these are made to your drawing.
  • Port threads can differ (NPT/SAE vs metric/BSP); specify them in the order.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 5-inch bore in mm?

127 mm. The nearest metric hydraulic bore is Ø125 mm.

How many tons is a 5-inch hydraulic cylinder?

At 2,320 psi about 22.8 US tons; at 3,000 psi about 29.5 US tons. The metric Ø125 gives 22.1 US tons at 2,320 psi.

Can a metric cylinder replace an inch cylinder?

Yes, if the force is sufficient and the mountings, closed length and ports are matched to the original.

What rod suits a 5-inch bore?

On the metric Ø125: Ø70 mm (2.76") or Ø90 mm (3.54"); the thicker rod for long strokes.

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Bore, rod, stroke, working pressure, mountings and quantity — or a drawing or photo of the cylinder you want to replace. Our engineers reply with a technical proposal and a quotation.

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