The Bomag 72370170 Detent is a genuine OEM component designed for the BMP 851 trench compactor. Sourced directly from Bomag, this detent is built to the same specifications as the original part installed at the factory, ensuring correct mechanical engagement and consistent control response. This detent is a direct replacement for BMP 851 machines, giving operators confidence that the part integrates exactly as intended without fitment guesswork.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Precision — manufactured to Bomag's exact tolerances, ensuring the detent engages and holds with the same mechanical resistance as the original, preventing false positioning or control drift
- Direct Replacement for the BMP 851 — this detent installs directly into BMP 851 trench compactors using part number 72370170, matching the original mounting and engagement geometry without adaptation
- Consistent Control Indexing — a correctly functioning detent keeps control positions locked at defined intervals, supporting predictable, repeatable machine operation on compaction runs
- Protects Operator Control Systems — a worn or failed detent allows controls to slip out of position unintentionally, creating erratic machine behavior; replacing it restores positive mechanical lock
- Verified Bomag Fitment — confirmed for the BMP 851 trench compactor, so you can order with confidence knowing this is the correct part for your machine
A detent is a small but critical mechanical indexing component that holds a lever, selector, or control shaft in a defined position by providing a resistive click or lock at each setting. In a trench compactor like the BMP 851, the detent ensures that operator controls stay in the selected position during machine operation rather than drifting between settings. When a detent wears out or breaks, controls can become imprecise or fail to hold their position, leading to inconsistent compaction behavior and reduced operator control over the machine.
Part Details
| Part Number | 72370170 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Bomag |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Detent |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Trench Compactor | BMP 851 | 00815200, 00817959, 00818499 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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