The Wacker Neuson Diesel Engine is a genuine OEM replacement built for the DPU6055 and DPU6555 series reversible vibratory plate compactors. As a direct OEM component sourced through the Wacker Neuson parts program, the is manufactured to the same specification as the original unit, ensuring correct mounting, output, and integration with the compactor's drivetrain and exciter system. This engine is confirmed to fit a wide range of DPU6055 and DPU6555 variants, including He, Heh, Hec, Heap, Hesh, Hecsh, and combination suffix configurations.
Key Features
- OEM-Matched Power Output — Engineered to deliver the precise torque and RPM required to drive the DPU6555 and DPU6055 exciter assembly at correct compaction force — no tuning or output adjustment needed after installation.
- Drop-In Engine Replacement — Matches the original mounting footprint, shaft dimensions, and fuel/throttle connection points for a direct swap into the compactor frame.
- Broad DPU Series Coverage — Fits DPU6055 and DPU6555 variants across He, Heh, Hec, Heap, Hesh, Hecsh, Hecs, and related suffix configurations, covering both standard and water-cooled-shroud models.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson OEM Part — Supplied as a certified OEM component, meeting the same material and performance standards as the engine originally installed at the factory — critical for a high-load diesel powerplant in heavy reversible plate service.
- Protects Compactor Performance — A worn or failed diesel engine causes loss of centrifugal force output, uneven compaction, and machine downtime on soil and aggregate operations. Replacing with the correct OEM unit restores full plate compaction capacity.
- Fuel System Compatibility — Designed to integrate with the existing diesel fuel delivery, throttle cable, and exhaust routing on DPU6055 and DPU6555 machines without modification to the fuel circuit.
The diesel engine on a DPU-series reversible vibratory plate compactor is the primary power source that drives the exciter mechanism producing the vibratory force used to compact soil and aggregate. On heavy-duty machines like the DPU6055 and DPU6555, the engine must deliver consistent power under sustained load across variable ground conditions. When a diesel engine begins to fail — through loss of compression, fuel delivery problems, or mechanical wear — the compactor loses centrifugal output force, resulting in incomplete compaction passes and compromised base preparation. Replacing the engine with the correct OEM unit, such as the Wacker Neuson 5000215020, restores the machine to full operational capacity and ensures the compaction output meets the demands of professional soil and aggregate work.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000215020 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0215020 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Diesel Engine |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| DPU6555Heh | DPU6555Heh | 5100009636 |
| DPU6555Hehap | DPU6555Hehap | 5100009638 |
| DPU6555 Hech | DPU6555 Hech | 5100009639 |
| V.Plate DPU 6055Heap | DPU 6055 | 5000610049 |
| DPU6055-VIBROPLATE | DPU 6055He | 5000610053 |
| DPU6555Hesh | DPU6555Hesh | 5100015774 |
| DPU6555Hecsh | DPU6555Hecsh | 5100015775 |
| DPU6555He | DPU6555He | 5100016940 |
| DPU6555Hes | DPU6555Hes | 5100016941 |
| DPU6555Heap | DPU6555Heap | 5100016943 |
| DPU6555Hec | DPU6555Hec | 5100016944 |
| DPU6555Hecs | DPU6555Hecs | 5100016945 |
| DPU6555Hechzf | DPU6555Hechzf | 5100021400 |
| DPU6055-VIBROPLATE | DPU 6055 WC | 5000610175 |
| Vibratory Plate DPU 6555Heap | DPU 6555Heap | 5000610356 |
| DPU6555He-VIBROPLATE | DPU 6555He US | 5000610357 |
| Vibration Plate | DPU6555Hec US | 5100016946 |
| Vibratory Plate DPU 6555He | DPU 6555He | 5000610354 |
| DPU6555Hech | DPU6555Hech | 5100051524 |
| Vibratory Plate | DPU 6555Hec | 5100004060 |
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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