The Wacker Neuson Diesel Engine is a genuine OEM power unit designed for the DPU 4045H, DPU 4545H, DPU 5045H, and DPU 5545H series reversible vibratory plate compactors. As a factory-sourced component, it meets the exact specifications set by Wacker Neuson for these heavy-duty diesel-powered compaction machines. The is the correct direct-replacement engine across a wide range of DPU H-series variants, including standard, acoustic, and emission-controlled configurations. Sourcing the genuine OEM unit ensures proper integration with the plate's drive system and exciter assembly without the guesswork of cross-referencing aftermarket alternatives.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Power Output Match — Factory-specified displacement, fuel delivery, and torque output engineered to drive the DPU series exciter assembly at correct operating RPM for consistent compaction force.
- Wide DPU H-Series Coverage — Fits DPU 4045H, DPU 4545H, DPU 5045H, and DPU 5545H variants including standard, acoustic (Hech), emission-controlled (Heap), and US-market configurations.
- Direct-Mount Replacement — Bolt pattern, shaft dimensions, and mounting interface match the original engine position on the DPU frame, supporting a straightforward swap on the existing plate chassis.
- Sustained Compaction Reliability — A correctly functioning diesel engine maintains steady exciter speed under load; a worn or seized engine reduces centrifugal force and leaves soil or aggregate insufficiently compacted.
- Emissions and Regulatory Compliance — Genuine OEM sourcing ensures the replacement engine meets the same emissions certification as the original unit, keeping US and international market machines in compliance.
The diesel engine is the primary power source of the DPU reversible vibratory plate compactor, driving the exciter assembly that generates the centrifugal force needed to compact soil, aggregate, and sub-base materials. In reversible DPU models, the engine must deliver consistent output at the correct speed to allow the operator to control forward and reverse plate travel precisely — any drop in engine performance directly reduces compaction effectiveness and operator control. When the engine wears out, runs roughly, or fails to start, the machine becomes inoperable and compaction work stops; replacing it with the correct OEM unit restores the plate to full rated performance.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000220375 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0220375 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Diesel Engine |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| V.Plate DPU 5045Heap | DPU 5045H | 5000610046, 5000610052 |
| DPU4045 | DPU 4045H | 5000610064 |
| DPU5545Heh | DPU5545Heh | 5100009652 |
| DPU5545Hehap | DPU5545Hehap | 5100009654 |
| DPU5545Hech | DPU5545Hech | 5100009655, 5100051523 |
| DPU4545Heh | DPU4545Heh | 5100009659 |
| DPU4545Hech | DPU4545Hech | 5100015429, 5100051522 |
| DPU5545He | DPU5545He | 5100016947 |
| DPU5545Heap | DPU5545Heap | 5100016949 |
| DPU5545Hec | DPU5545Hec | 5100016950 |
| DPU4545He | DPU4545He | 5100016951 |
| DPU4545Hec | DPU4545Hec | 5100016953 |
| DPU5545HECH US | DPU5545Hech US | 5100016948 |
| DPU4545HECH US | DPU4545Hech US | 5100016952 |
| DPU4545Hechzf | DPU4545Hechzf | 5100022112 |
| DPU 5045He-VIBROPLATE | DPU 5045He US | 5000610367 |
| DPU4545He-VIBROPLATE | DPU 4545He | 5000610347 |
| Vibratory Plate DPU 5545He | DPU 5545He | 5000610351 |
| Vibratory Plate DPU 5545Heap | DPU 5545Heap | 5000610353 |
| DPU5545He-VIBROPLATE | DPU 5545He US | 5000610402 |
| Vibratory Plate DPU 4545He US | DPU 4545He US | 5100000679 |
| Vibratory Plate | DPU 5545Hec | 5100005859 |
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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