Hydraulic and electrohydraulic steering

Flexible solutions for high performance steering units, hydraulic steering valve, power steering, electrohydraulic steering, flow amplifier for agriculture, construction, road building, material handling operator safety and comfort.

Steering components and systems

We began producing hydrostatic steering units back in the 1960s. Since then we have introduced many new variants, adapting to both market and regulatory needs.
In early 2000, we developed the first generation of electro-hydraulic steering products to fit a wide range of machine types. With GPS automatic steering, variable steering ratio and joystick steering, we made it possible to help customers increase their productivity and comfort.

Hydraulic steering

Throughout our more than fifty years of history we have been an industry thought leader, providing technology and steady, reliable solutions that have pushed the barriers of performance – helping you meet your market’s ever changing demands.

The basis for our offer is the pride we take in knowing your business and applications in depth, and to offer you the competence and thoroughness that will allow you to build machinery with superior productivity and operator comfort. Today. And tomorrow.

Electrohydraulic steering

Our electrohydraulic steering components are being widely acknowledged by 3rd party certifications and are compliant with all current regulations and safety standards including the Machinery Directive.

Improve your application performance, flexibility and reliability as well as reduce time to market with our electrohydraulic steering solutions. They meet all current demands and safety standards, and are applicable for small and large sized applications for agriculture, construction, road building, and material handling.

Steering control units

Danfoss offers the broadest portfolio of hydraulic steering products and accessories. With more than 60 years of experience and millions of units in the field on a wide range of platforms, our products have earned a reputation for quality and durability. Let us help you create a steering system that increases the performance and competitive advantage of your machinery.

Series 5 steering control unit

Keep jobs on course with the Danfoss Series 5 steering control unit, which offers best-in-class steering feel, crisp centering and greater efficiency than competitive units. This low-flow, low-pressure solution is available with end or side porting for greater design flexibility.

  • Flow rate – 11 to 19 L/min (3 to 5 gal/min)
  • Maximum pressure – 140 bar (2,030 psi)
  • Application – small turf care and utility vehicles

Series 25 steering control unit

Increase steering responsiveness while reducing costs with the Danfoss Series 25 steering control unit. With its balanced architecture and optimized design, operators get the precision control they want, and engineers get the improved design efficiencies they need—all in an incredibly small package.

  • Flow rate – 95 to 189 L/min (25 to 50 gal/min)
  • Maximum pressure – 240 bar (3,500 psi)
  • Application – articulated and fixed-frame vehicle

Series 40 steering control unit

The Series 40 steering control unit gives you more responsive, reliable steering in a compact, affordable package. With the largest flow and displacement capability in a single steering valve on the market, the Series 40 SCU helps powerful vehicles get big tasks done smoothly and efficiently.

  • Flow rate – 151 to 227 L/min (40 to 60 gal/min)
  • Maximum pressure – 240 bar (3,500 psi)
  • Application – large articulated and fixed-frame vehicles

Xcel 45 steering control unit

Get smooth, reliable steering in a variety of sizes and options with Xcel 45 steering control units from Danfoss. With open-center, closed-center or load sensing system options plus six integrated valve options, the Xcel 45 SCU gives operators the steering feel they want, and engineers the design flexibility they need.

  • Flow rate – 7.5 to 45 L/min (2 to 12 gal/min)
  • Maximum pressure – 190 bar (2,755 psi)
  • Application – mid-range vehicles

Steering accessories

Complete your steering system with our hydraulic steering accessories. Choose from a wide selection of steering wheels, columns, valves and more.

  • Wide variety – wheels, columns and valves to complete your steering system
  • High durability – resistant to wear, dirt and moisture
  • Design flexibility – multiple configuration and customization options

Torque generators

When your machinery needs reliable steering power assist, look to Danfoss torque generators. Featuring load sensing and power beyond capabilities, they provide powerful rotary motion with effortless manual rotary input.

Torque generators

When your machinery needs reliable steering power assist, look to Danfoss torque generators. Featuring load sensing and power beyond capabilities, they provide powerful rotary motion with effortless manual rotary input.

  • Flow rate – 11 to 19 L/min (3 to 5 gal/min)
  • Output torque – up to 131 Nm (1,160 lb-in)