The Bomag 05542336 Reducing Union is a genuine OEM component designed for BC 972 RB and BC 1172 RB series refuse and landfill compactors. Sourced directly from Bomag, this reducing union delivers an exact OEM fit within the hydraulic or fluid line routing of these heavy-duty machines. This component is confirmed compatible across multiple generation variants of the BC 972 RB and BC 1172 RB, including the RB-2, RB-3, and RB-4 builds, making it the correct choice for operators maintaining any of these compactor configurations.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Fluid Line Integrity — manufactured to Bomag's original specification, ensuring correct thread form, port sizing, and pressure rating for the fluid system in which this union operates
- Drop-In Line Connection — connects directly into the existing fluid line routing with no rework to adjacent fittings or hose ends, preserving the original plumbing layout
- Broad Generation Coverage — fits BC 972 RB, BC 972 RB-2, BC 972 RB-3, BC 972 RB-4, BC 1172 RB, BC 1172 RB-2, BC 1172 RB-3, and BC 1172 RB-4 refuse and landfill compactors
- Leak-Free System Performance — a correctly seated reducing union maintains line pressure and flow between differing port sizes; a worn or damaged union risks fluid leaks, pressure loss, and downstream component damage
- Verified Part Number Traceability — ordering by Bomag part number 05542336 ensures the correct reducing union reaches your machine, eliminating guesswork when sourcing from a multi-generation model line
A reducing union is a threaded or compression fitting that joins two fluid lines of different diameters, allowing flow to pass between them without adapters or custom fabrication. In heavy refuse and landfill compactors like the BC 972 RB and BC 1172 RB series, these fittings are critical to maintaining sealed, pressure-rated hydraulic or fluid circuits throughout the machine's frame and working systems. When a reducing union cracks, corrodes, or develops thread damage, the resulting leak can depressurize a circuit, cause fluid contamination, and bring compaction operations to a halt — making timely replacement with the correct OEM part essential.
Part Details
| Part Number | 05542336 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Bomag |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Reducing Union |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Refuse / Landfill Compactor | BC 972 RB | 00817408 |
| Refuse / Landfill Compactor | BC 1172 RB | 00817827 |
| Refuse / Landfill Compactor | BC 1172 RB-3 | 00818153 |
| 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 |
| Refuse / Landfill Compactor | BC 972 RB-4 | 00824899 |
| Refuse / Landfill Compactor | BC 1172 RB-4 | 00824901 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
Why Buy From DHS Equipment
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