As its name suggests, a small hydraulic motor is really just a scaled down version of the more standard hydraulic motor. While smaller motors cannot provide the same amount of power as larger motors, small hydraulic motors weigh much less and can be used in small scale applications. Read More…
Leading Manufacturers
Bucher Hydraulics, Inc.
Elgin, IL | 847-429-0700For 100 years, Bucher Hydraulics Inc. has specialized in hydraulic systems, including products such as hydraulic motors and hydraulic power units. Applications include concrete pumps, forage wagons, harvesters, lifting devices, recycling machines, door openers, log splitters, and many others.

Hydrotech, Inc.
West Chester, OH | 888-651-5712Since 1967, Hydrotech has provided industries with innovative solutions for their fluid power needs. Our listing of hydraulic motors are manufactured by Bosch Rexroth, Rineer Hydraulics and White Drive Hydraulics. For more information call our experienced team of technicians and sales support!

Poclain Hydraulics Inc.
Sturtevant, WI | 262-321-0676Poclain Hydraulics manufactures hydraulic motors, hydrostatic transmissions and high-torque cam-lobe motors, which are used in agriculture, construction equipment, industry, marine and material handling applications. Our innovative company culture motivates us to pursue progress and excellence in everything we do. Contact Poclain today to learn more!

Oilgear
Traverse City, MI | 231-929-1660Since 1921, The Oilgear Company has specialized in hydraulic equipment. Our specialties include hydraulic motors, hydraulic power systems and other hydraulic systems. We are headquartered in Wisconsin and have facilities all over the world. We provide the global industry with top-quality fluid power solutions. To learn more, call or visit our website to speak with an Oilgear representative.

Small Hydraulic Motors Manufacturers List
Like most other hydraulic motors, these motors utilize pressurized fluid to generate torque and rotational motion. The pressurized fluid, usually oil, is stored in a reservoir until the motor is needed. When the motor is operating, the oil is released from the reservoir and flows into the motor itself. Hydraulic motors can come in many configurations, like gear, vane, radial piston, gerotor, and axial plunger motor configurations.
When the pressurized fluid enters the motor, it presses against the internal components of the motor (the gears, pistons, cylinders, etc.), which move or turn to rotate a shaft. Thus, the hydraulic motor converts the hydraulic energy of the fluid into mechanical energy in the form of rotational motion and torque. Once the fluid exits the motor, it is recycled and pressurized in the reservoir.
Although they retain all of the capabilities of larger hydraulic motors, small hydraulic motors are typically used in applications requiring high precision, such as in military operations or robotics. Regardless of the size of a hydraulic motor, there are certain considerations that must always be thought through while building and before using one.
Proper fluids must always be used and checked for compatibility with the metal material of the motor. All of the relief valves should be checked as well as the pump and fluid reservoirs. Such precautions will ensure that a hydraulic motor will function at its optimum level for the longest period of time.