The Multiquip 0053203101 is a genuine OEM Woodruff Key designed for a wide range of Multiquip rammers and plate compactors. This small but critical component is a direct OEM replacement sourced from Multiquip, ensuring an exact match to the original specification. Confirmed fitment covers the MT54F, MT55F, MTR40F, MTR40SF, MTX60SD, MTX60SF, MTX70SD, MTX80SD, MTX80SF rammers, as well as the MVC-40G plate compactor. Ordering by part number 0053203101 guarantees you receive the correct key for your machine.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Specification — Manufactured to the exact material hardness and dimensional tolerancing required for positive shaft-to-hub locking under cyclic compaction loads.
- Drop-In Shaft Replacement — Seats directly into the existing keyway slot with no filing or fitting; maintains the correct rotational alignment between shaft and driven component right out of the box.
- Broad Rammer and Plate Compactor Coverage — A single part number covers MT54F, MT55F, MTR40F, MTR40SF, MTX60SD, MTX60SF, MTX70SD, MTX80SD, MTX80SF, and MVC-40G models.
- Prevents Shaft Slippage and Drive Loss — A correctly seated Woodruff Key locks the drive component firmly to the crankshaft; a worn or missing key allows relative rotation, causing immediate loss of compaction output and accelerated shaft wear.
- Cost-Effective Preventive Service Part — Replacing this low-cost key at the first sign of wear avoids secondary damage to the crankshaft keyway and driven hub, keeping repair costs predictable.
A Woodruff Key is a small semi-circular metal key that fits into a matching slot — called a keyway — machined into both a rotating shaft and the hub of the component it drives, such as a flywheel, belt pulley, or gear. By locking those two parts together rotationally, the key transfers torque from the engine crankshaft to the driven component without slippage. When a Woodruff Key shears or wears, the driven component spins freely on the shaft, causing an immediate and complete loss of drive — on a rammer this means the foot stops reciprocating, and on a plate compactor the eccentric weight assembly stops producing vibration. Because the key is a deliberate sacrificial component designed to protect the more expensive shaft and hub from damage, prompt replacement with the correct OEM part restores full machine function and prevents costly downstream repairs.
For fitment questions or to confirm compatibility with your serial number, contact the DHS Equipment parts team directly.
Part Details
| Part Number | 0053203101 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Woodruff Key |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| Rammers | MT54F |
| Rammers | MT55F |
| Rammers | MTR40F |
| Rammers | MTR40SF |
| Rammers | MTX60SD |
| Rammers | MTX60SF |
| Rammers | MTX70SD |
| Rammers | MTX80SD |
| Rammers | MTX80SF |
| Plate Compactors | MVC-40G |
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
Every part is verified against the manufacturer's part number before it ships, so what you order is what arrives. We carry parts from leading OEM brands and our own DHS Quality Parts line of professional aftermarket components. Need help finding the right part? Our team is available to confirm compatibility whenever you need it. Orders are processed fast to keep your jobs on track. We don't just sell parts. We keep you jobsite ready.
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