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 is built to the exact specifications required by Wacker Neuson for these heavy-duty diesel-powered compaction machines. This engine assembly covers a broad range of DPU H-series variants including standard, AP, EC, ECH, and US-market configurations across both the 4045 and 5545 families. When your DPU compactor needs a complete engine replacement, the is the correct OEM-specified unit to restore full operational performance.
Key Features
- Factory-Matched Displacement and Output — Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this diesel engine meets the exact power output and torque specifications required to drive the exciter system on DPU H-series reversible plate compactors.
- Direct-Fit Installation — Engineered to mount to the DPU compactor frame using the original bolt pattern and interface points, so the engine drops into place without fabrication or adaptation.
- Broad DPU H-Series Coverage — Compatible with DPU 4045H, DPU 4545H, DPU 5045H, and DPU 5545H variants, including AP, EC, ECH, ECHZF, and US-market configurations across multiple serial number ranges.
- Full Compaction Capability Restored — A correctly specified engine delivers the consistent RPM and shaft speed needed to maintain optimal centrifugal force and compaction depth — a worn or underpowered engine directly compromises plate performance and soil density results.
- Genuine OEM Part — Supplied as a Wacker Neuson genuine OEM assembly, ensuring all engine sub-components — fuel system interfaces, cooling provisions, and PTO connection — are correct for this application out of the box.
The diesel engine is the primary power source for the DPU reversible vibratory plate compactor, driving the eccentric shaft assembly that generates the compaction force transmitted through the base plate. On reversible DPU models, the engine must deliver stable, consistent output across both forward and reverse exciter directions to achieve even soil or aggregate compaction. When the engine loses power, runs rough, or fails entirely, the compactor cannot maintain the centrifugal force needed for effective compaction — leading to uneven density, rework, and extended project timelines. Replacing a failed engine with the correct OEM unit restores the machine to its rated compaction 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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