The Bomag 54270237 Steering Handle is a genuine OEM component designed for Bomag BT 50, BT 60, BT 65, and BVT 65 tampers. Sourced directly from Bomag, this steering handle matches the original in geometry, material, and mounting configuration — ensuring it installs correctly without guesswork. This part is the right choice when the original handle is cracked, bent, or worn, and full operator control needs to be restored. Confirmed fitment covers the complete BT and BVT tamper lineup listed above, so you can order with confidence.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction — Manufactured by Bomag to the same material and dimensional standards as the original, delivering the structural rigidity a steering handle must maintain under continuous vibration and operator load.
- Direct Bolt-On Replacement — Matches the original mounting points and handle geometry on BT and BVT tampers, so this handle fits into place without cutting, drilling, or adapting.
- Broad Tamper Coverage — Fits BT 50, BT 60, BT 65, and BVT 65 tampers, making this a single part number that covers the core Bomag rammer lineup.
- Restores Full Operator Control — A damaged or bent steering handle compromises the operator's ability to guide and stabilize the machine during compaction passes; this replacement brings handling back to original operating feel.
- Operator Safety Relevance — The steering handle is a primary operator contact point on a vibratory rammer. Using a correctly specified OEM handle ensures structural integrity under the repetitive impact loads these machines produce.
The steering handle on a Bomag tamper is the primary interface between the operator and the machine, used to guide, maneuver, and stabilize the rammer during compaction work in trenches and confined areas. It must withstand constant vibration transmitted up from the compacting foot while giving the operator confident directional control. When a steering handle cracks, bends, or loosens, operator fatigue increases and precise placement of the machine becomes difficult — making prompt replacement essential for both productivity and safe operation.
Part Details
| Part Number | 54270237 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Bomag |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Steering Handle |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Tamper | BT 60 | 00800853, 00824399, 00824635, 00825059, 00825397, 00825399, 00825573, 00825575, 00826683, 00826853, 00826877, 00826879, 00825035 |
| Tamper | BVT 65 | 00824401, 00825153, 00825405, 00825577 |
| Tamper | BT 65 | 00824403, 00824637, 00824885, 00825061, 00825213, 00825401, 00825403, 00825579, 00825581, 00826537, 00826833, 00826881, 00826883, 00827317 |
| Tamper | BT 50 | 00826373, 00826875 |
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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