The Bomag 05715840 Precleaner is a genuine OEM component designed for Bomag BC 972 RB, BC 1172 RB, BC 972 RB-2, BC 1172 RB-2, and BC 972 RB-3 refuse and landfill compactors. Sourced directly from Bomag, this precleaner delivers an exact match to the original specification — no guesswork on fit or function. For operators running high-cycle compaction on demanding landfill sites, keeping the air intake system in peak condition is critical, and this genuine OEM part ensures the job gets done right.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Air Intake Protection — manufactured to Bomag's original specification, ensuring the precleaner removes coarse debris and particulates from the air stream with the same efficiency as the factory-installed unit
- Direct Drop-In Replacement — engineered to match the original mounting interface on Bomag refuse and landfill compactors, allowing straightforward installation without alterations
- Broad BC-Series Coverage — fits the BC 972 RB, BC 972 RB-2, BC 972 RB-3, BC 1172 RB, and BC 1172 RB-2, covering multiple generations of Bomag's heavy refuse compactor lineup
- Engine Protection in Dusty Environments — landfill and waste-site operation exposes the engine to extremely high concentrations of airborne debris; a functioning precleaner extends primary filter life and protects the engine from abrasive ingestion
- Verified Part Number Integrity — ordering by Bomag part number 05715840 confirms you receive the correct precleaner for your specific BC-series machine, eliminating the risk of an incorrect filter stage reaching the engine
A precleaner sits upstream of the primary air filter and serves as the engine's first line of defense against coarse dust, chaff, and debris. By spinning or separating larger particles out of the incoming air before they reach the main filter element, it significantly extends primary filter service intervals and reduces the risk of harmful particles entering the engine. On refuse and landfill compactors like the BC 972 RB and BC 1172 RB — machines that operate continuously in some of the most particle-dense environments in the industry — a worn or clogged precleaner accelerates primary filter loading, increases the risk of engine contamination, and can lead to costly internal wear if left unaddressed.
Part Details
| Part Number | 05715840 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Bomag |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Precleaner |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Refuse / Landfill Compactor | BC 972 RB | 00817408 |
| Refuse / Landfill Compactor | BC 1172 RB | 00817827 |
| Refuse / Landfill Compactor | BC 972 RB-2 | 00818191, 00818701, 00818889 |
| Refuse / Landfill Compactor | BC 1172 RB-2 | 00818193, 00818703, 00818891 |
| Refuse / Landfill Compactor | BC 972 RB-3 | 00824085 |
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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