Just throwing out a few ingredients for cost estimation purposes.
HYDRAULIC POWER
Complete Hyraulic power unit $299
http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200329758_200329758?cm_ven=n…
vs
11GPM 3000PSI hydraulic pump - $90, would need a motor and coupling, or a clutch/gearing
to use power from an engine
http://www.amazon.com/Hydraulic-Gear-Pump-2-Stage-Brand/dp/B009OXYYS8/
Hydraulic motor $125
http://www.amazon.com/Chief-Hydraulic-Replacement-Char-Lynn-Diameter/dp/B00…
1.5" bore, 10" stroke - $50
http://www.amazon.com/Mighty-Double-Acting-Hydraulic-Cylinder/dp/B00BGZ9VNU
2.5" bore 14" stroke - $60
http://www.amazon.com/Mighty-Double-Acting-Hydraulic-Cylinder/dp/B009LQIXJ4/
this doesn't include valves - there are manual and solenoid easily available but I
would like to also develop a standard servo-actuated ball valve