The Bomag 72310188 Assembled Exciter Shaft is a genuine OEM component designed for the BMP 8500 trench compactor. Sourced directly from Bomag, this shaft assembly meets the original engineering specifications for the BMP 8500, ensuring correct fit and function without adaptation. As a complete assembled unit, this part arrives ready to install, making it the straightforward choice for scheduled maintenance or unplanned repairs on your machine.
Key Features
- Genuine Bomag OEM Assembly — manufactured to the original design tolerances that govern vibration output and shaft balance on the BMP 8500 trench compactor
- Complete Assembled Unit — the shaft is supplied pre-assembled, eliminating the need to source and build individual sub-components before installation
- Direct Replacement for the BMP 8500 — engineered specifically for the BMP 8500 trench compactor, with correct dimensions and mounting interfaces for a drop-in swap
- Consistent Compaction Output — a properly functioning exciter shaft delivers the centrifugal force needed for effective trench compaction; a worn or damaged shaft reduces vibration amplitude and compromises compaction depth and density
- Verified Part Number 72310188 — cross-reference part number 72310188 against your Bomag service documentation to confirm this is the correct assembly for your machine before ordering
The exciter shaft is the rotating core of the BMP 8500's vibration system. As it spins, eccentric weights fixed to the shaft generate the centrifugal force that drives the compactor's padfoot drum into the soil, producing the impact energy needed to achieve target compaction density in trenches and backfill. When the exciter shaft wears, bends, or its bearings degrade, vibration output drops, the machine loses compactive effort, and continued operation risks accelerated damage to surrounding drivetrain components.
Part Details
| Part Number | 72310188 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Bomag |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Assembled Exciter Shaft |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Trench Compactor | BMP 8500 | 00824277, 00825393, 00825737, 00827003 |
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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