The Multiquip 13101ZH8020 is a genuine OEM Piston Standard GX160 designed for the Honda GX160-powered MVC82VH and MVC82VHW plate compactors. Sourced directly from Multiquip, this standard-bore piston delivers the precise dimensional tolerances required to restore proper engine compression and performance in your compactor. It is a direct-fit replacement for MVC82VH and MVC82VHW units running a standard, non-bored engine block. Keeping the correct piston specification in your machine ensures consistent compaction force and protects the engine from accelerated wear.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Dimensional Accuracy — Manufactured to exact bore diameter and ring-groove specifications for the GX160 engine, ensuring correct compression ratio and ring seal from the first start.
- Standard Bore Specification — Matches the original factory bore size; intended for use with a standard, un-machined cylinder bore in GX160 engines on Multiquip plate compactors.
- Confirmed Fitment — Verified for MVC82VH and MVC82VHW plate compactors equipped with the Honda GX160 engine; always cross-reference part number 13101ZH8020 before ordering.
- Restores Full Engine Output — A worn or damaged piston causes loss of compression, hard starting, and reduced centrifugal force output; replacing it with the correct OEM part brings engine performance back to spec.
- Fuel System and Combustion Integrity — Proper piston-to-wall clearance maintained by this OEM part prevents blow-by, excessive oil consumption, and contamination of the fuel-air charge — critical on equipment operating in dusty compaction environments.
The piston is the core reciprocating component inside the engine cylinder, converting the force of combustion into the crankshaft rotation that drives your plate compactor's eccentric vibration system. A standard-bore piston like the 13101ZH8020 is used when the cylinder has not been bored oversize, making it the correct choice for engines being rebuilt or repaired without cylinder re-machining. When a piston wears, cracks, or suffers scoring, compression drops sharply — leading to hard starting, rough running, increased fuel consumption, and ultimately engine failure if left unaddressed.
For fitment questions or help confirming the right part for your machine, contact the DHS Equipment team directly.
Part Details
| Part Number | 13101ZH8020 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Piston Standard GX160 |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| Plate Compactors | MVC82VH |
| Plate Compactors | MVC82VHW |
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.
Questions? Contact our team at [email protected] or 866-611-9369 — DHS Equipment is here to help you maintain peak performance.
