Ford 550 Backhoe Cylinder Seal Kits

Hydraulic cylinder seal kits for Ford 550 backhoe loaders, covering loader bucket tilt, loader lift, boom, dipper, crowd, swing, stabilizer, and backhoe bucket cylinders across 13' and 15' backhoe configurations.

Fits Models At A Glance

• 550 Series: 550, 555 (early models with two-piece piston)
• Related Backhoe Models: 5500, 5550, 6500

Key Notes

• Application: Rebuilds loader and backhoe hydraulic cylinders on 550 series machines
• Cylinder Coverage: Loader tilt, loader lift, boom lift, dipper, crowd, swing, stabilizer, and bucket
• Backhoe Sizing: Kits offered for both 13' and 15' backhoe setups
• Piston Type: Several kits fit early two-piece piston cylinders

Why Choose Broken Tractor

• ✅ Correct seal kits matched to your cylinder type
• ✅ Fast shipping from two US locations
• ✅ Fitment help from real equipment specialists

Frequently Asked Questions

Which cylinder seal kits are available for the Ford 550 backhoe?

Broken Tractor carries seal kits for the loader bucket tilt, loader lift, boom lift, boom/dipper, crowd dipper, swing, stabilizer, and backhoe bucket cylinders on the Ford 550. Kits include the loader bucket tilt kit (SKU 309985F), loader lift kit (SKU 309984F), boom lift kit for 15' boom (SKU 309947), boom/dipper kit (SKU 309946), crowd dipper kit (SKU 309948), swing kits (SKU 309939 and 309940), and backhoe bucket kit (SKU 309949).

How do I know if my Ford 550 needs a 13' or 15' backhoe seal kit?

The Ford 550 was built in both 13' and 15' backhoe configurations, and several seal kits are specific to one setup. For example, the swing cylinder kit SKU 309940 fits the 13' backhoe while SKU 309939 fits the 15' backhoe, and the boom lift kit SKU 309947 is for the 15' boom. Confirm your backhoe size and match the part number, or contact the parts team before ordering.

Do these Ford 550 seal kits fit early two-piece piston cylinders?

Yes, several kits are made for the early two-piece piston cylinders. The loader bucket tilt kit (SKU 309985F), loader lift kit (SKU 309984F), and crowd dipper kit (SKU 309948) all fit two-piece piston cylinders on the 550. Check your cylinder's piston type and match the SKU to avoid getting the wrong kit.

Will a Ford 550 backhoe bucket cylinder seal kit fit other backhoe models?

The backhoe bucket cylinder seal kit SKU 309949 fits the Ford 550 along with the 5500, 5550, and 6500 backhoes. Fitment can vary by cylinder and configuration, so match the part number to your cylinder or confirm with our specialists before ordering.

Do you have a rebuild kit for the Ford 550 backhoe swing cylinder?

Yes, Broken Tractor offers swing cylinder seal kits for the Ford 550. SKU 309940 covers the stabilizer and swing cylinder on the 13' backhoe, and SKU 309939 covers the swing cylinder on the 15' backhoe. Match the kit to your backhoe size, or call (800) 909-7060 for fitment help.