For years, many U.S. contractors stuck with local suppliers for loader supporting products — gears, shafts, flanges, and other drivetrain components. But the trend is shifting, and more companies are now importing directly from Chinese factories.
Why? Let’s dig in.
Thanks to advanced CNC machining centers, gear hobbing machines, and heat treatment lines, Chinese manufacturers can produce high-precision parts at a fraction of U.S. manufacturing costs.
For example, a Lonking Model 50 sun gear made in China can match OEM tolerances while costing 20–40% less. That’s a big deal for companies running multiple loaders.
Chinese suppliers like Liancheng Machinery produce loader parts for:
Liugong, Lonking, XCMG, SDLG
Multiple tooth counts (15T, 17T, 51T, 62T, etc.)
Standard and reinforced versions for heavy-duty use
You can literally order the entire drivetrain kit from one place, saving time and logistics cost.
Contrary to popular belief, importing from China doesn’t mean waiting forever. Many suppliers have stock for common parts, and custom orders can be completed in 15–20 days.
Shipping to the U.S. takes about 25–35 days — which, when planned right, fits into most maintenance schedules.
Modern Chinese factories now provide:
Metallographic analysis reports
Quenching depth tests
Dimensional inspection for every batch
ISO-certified production processes
It ain't like the old days — quality has gone up a lot.
Working directly with a China manufacturer means:
Volume pricing for bulk orders
Private labeling & custom branding
Dedicated sales and engineering support
Consistent product availability
For U.S. contractors, importing loader supporting products from China isn’t just about saving money — it’s about getting reliable, OEM-compatible parts with the flexibility of a true B2B partnership.
If you haven’t explored it yet, maybe it’s time.
