The Multiquip 456327230 Base Engine EY40 is a genuine OEM power unit designed for MVH-302G and EY40-series reversible plate compactor equipment. Sourced directly from Multiquip, this base engine assembly carries the same specifications as the original unit, ensuring a correct, direct swap for the failed or worn-out engine in your machine. Confirmed fitment covers the MVH-302G reversible plate compactor family — verify your model code before ordering to ensure compatibility.
Key Features
- OEM-Matched Engine Output — Delivers the correct power output and torque curve specified for the MVH-302G reversible plate compactor, maintaining full compaction force across the plate.
- Direct-Swap Installation — Engine mounting points, shaft dimensions, and ancillary connections align with the original configuration, supporting a straightforward engine replacement without custom fabrication.
- Confirmed Fitment for MVH-302G and EY40 Series — Validated for EY40 and MVH-302G reversible plate compactors; always cross-reference your serial plate and model code before installation.
- Restores Full Compaction Capability — A worn or seized engine starves the exciter mechanism of power, reducing plate frequency and compaction depth. A fresh base engine brings vibratory output back to operating spec.
- Genuine Multiquip OEM Part — Manufactured to the same tolerances as the assembly that left the factory, covering internal clearances, compression ratios, and fuel system compatibility for the EY40 engine platform.
The base engine is the primary power source for the plate compactor, driving the eccentric weight assembly that generates the vibratory force used to densify soil, gravel, and aggregate. On reversible machines like the MVH-302G, the engine must deliver consistent power through a range of operating speeds to allow the operator to control both forward and reverse plate travel. When a base engine deteriorates — through worn bearings, low compression, or internal damage — plate frequency drops, fuel consumption rises, and compaction output becomes unreliable. Replacing the complete base engine assembly with a genuine Multiquip 456327230 restores the machine to its designed operating condition and puts it back to work at full capacity.
Part Details
| Part Number | 456327230 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Base Engine EY40 |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| EY40 | EY40 |
| MVH-302G | MVH-302G |
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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