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BPBS Full-Hydraulic Steering Unit

The BPBS series (BPBS1 / BPBS5 / BPBS5T) — proportional power steering for tractors, combines, and forklifts, with priority valve integration options.

THOTH / ZiHYD · Since 1971  ·  ← Selection guides using BPBS

THOTH BPBS full-hydraulic steering unit

BPBS converts steering wheel rotation into metered hydraulic flow via a rotary valve and rotary meter — the cylinder receives oil in exact proportion to the wheel angle, with no mechanical shaft between wheel and axle.

In the combine harvester system, BPBS handles steering alongside BM5 (header reel) and ZBMR (straw chopper) — one supplier across the machine. Companion valves (VLSA60, YXL priority valves) complete the steering circuit.

OEM references across tractors (Kubota, LOVOL), forklifts (KION, Linde, CLARK), and wheel loaders.

Specifications · BPBS

TypeFull-hydraulic steering unit (rotary valve + rotary meter)
SeriesBPBS1 · BPBS5 · BPBS5T
ConfigurationsOpen-center / Closed-center load-sensing
Valve optionsShock and check valves · Priority valve integration
Cross-referenceEaton Char-Lynn · Danfoss OSPB/OSPC/OSPF · White
Typical vehiclesTractors · Combine harvesters · Forklifts · Wheel loaders

Used in these application guides