Shoe Plate is the surface plate on which the piston shoes press in a swash plate mechanism.

What is its function?

In short:
👉 It distributes the force coming from the pistons evenly to the swash plate.

Main functions

• Prevents the piston shoes from directly scratching the swash plate

• Increases the contact surface and distributes the load more evenly

• Reduces friction during sliding movement

• Helps the pistons operate evenly and smoothly

• Extends the service life of the swash plate

Why is it a separate component?

Because:

• The piston shoes are constantly sliding on the surface

• Most of the wear occurs on this surface

By replacing the shoe plate:

• The more expensive swash plate is protected

• Overhaul and maintenance costs are reduced

What happens if the shoe plate wears out?

⚠️ The tracks may move with vibration
⚠️ The travel motor may operate noisily
⚠️ Power loss can occur
⚠️ Piston shoes may become damaged
⚠️ The swash plate may start to get scratched (most expensive scenario)