GOTECH UP18 Steering Pump Front Mount – Ultraflex 43182C

The Ultraflex UP18 GOTECH FRONT MOUNT PUMP is a hydraulic steering pump designed for installation in motorboats and yachts, optimized for use in hydraulic steering systems. A key component of steering systems, it enables precise rudder movement control by converting steering wheel motion into hydraulic pressure. Thanks to its advanced design, it offers a high level of safety and reliability: it features a built-in lock valve ensuring secure rudder lock and a relief valve protecting against overpressure. The pump housing is made of corrosion-resistant composite, and the main shaft is stainless steel. The product is dedicated exclusively for use with the UC81-OBF cylinder.

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Technical specifications:

Displacement: 18 cm³ per revolution

Number of pistons: 5

Maximum steering wheel diameter: 508 mm (20”)

Weight: approx. 3.6 kg

Color: black (UV-resistant composite housing)

Shaft: 3/4” tapered stainless steel bushing

Mounting: front dashboard mount version (Front Mount), although some offers also suggest possible intermediate mount configuration (Intermediate Mount).

Compatibility: exclusively UC81-OBF cylinder

Hydraulic connections: 2x 1/4” NPT threads

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Additional information:

Maintenance: The UP18 pump has an easily accessible lock valve and shaft seals for quick service replacement without disassembling the entire unit.

Accessories: The standard set includes 1/4” NPT hydraulic fittings. It is recommended to use original Ultraflex hoses and the dedicated cylinder to maintain full performance and durability.

Advantages:

Very durable, corrosion-resistant composite construction

Safety mechanisms: rudder lock and overload protection

Simple service operation High steering precision ensuring comfort and safety during navigation Dedicated for operation even in harsh marine conditions No detailed data for the "GOTECH FRONT" designation, but all UP18 design features confirm its use in professional motorboat steering systems.