The Bomag 06051096 Guiding Tube is a genuine OEM component designed for BC 1172 RB-3 and BC 972 RB-3 refuse and landfill compactors. Sourced directly from Bomag, this part meets the exact specifications of the original, ensuring a correct, hassle-free installation. This guiding tube is confirmed to fit both the BC 1172 RB-3 and BC 972 RB-3, making it a straightforward drop-in replacement for machines operating in demanding landfill and waste compaction environments.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Dimensional Accuracy — manufactured to Bomag's original specifications, ensuring the guiding tube aligns precisely with mating components without rework or shimming
- Direct Replacement — installs into the same position as the original, retaining all factory mounting points and connections for a straightforward swap
- Confirmed Fitment — compatible with the BC 1172 RB-3 and BC 972 RB-3 refuse and landfill compactors, covering both models in the RB-3 generation of Bomag's BC-series
- Structural Integrity Under Load — built to withstand the high-cycle, high-load demands of continuous landfill compaction, where guide components are subjected to constant stress and debris exposure
- Protects Critical Movement Paths — a correctly functioning guiding tube keeps moving assemblies tracking true; a worn or damaged tube can introduce slop, misalignment, and accelerated wear on surrounding components
A guiding tube directs and constrains the linear or rotational movement of an associated component — such as a shaft, rod, or linkage — keeping it aligned along its intended path during operation. On heavy refuse and landfill compactors like the BC 1172 RB-3 and BC 972 RB-3, these tubes are critical to maintaining controlled, repeatable motion in systems exposed to constant vibration, impact, and contamination. When a guiding tube wears or fails, the components it supports can shift out of alignment, leading to uneven wear, increased stress on adjacent parts, and potential loss of function in the affected assembly.
Part Details
| Part Number | 06051096 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Bomag |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Guiding Tube |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Refuse / Landfill Compactor | BC 1172 RB-3 | 00818153 |
| Refuse / Landfill Compactor | BC 972 RB-3 | 00824085 |
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Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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