The Multiquip 55543 is a genuine OEM Hex Bolt M10X50 DS-68 designed for the DS-68. Sourced directly from Multiquip, this fastener matches the exact thread pitch, shank length, and head dimensions specified for the DS-68, ensuring a correct and secure installation without guesswork. When replacing hardware on critical assemblies, using the correct OEM fastener matters — substituting an incorrect bolt can result in improper clamping force, joint failure, or damage to mating components. Keep 55543 on hand as a service spare to stay ahead of scheduled maintenance and field repairs.
Key Features
- OEM-Grade Fastener Specification — Manufactured to the exact M10x50 thread and shank dimensions called out in the DS-68 parts manual, ensuring correct torque capacity and joint integrity.
- Drop-In Hardware Replacement — Threaded to match the DS-68's existing bolt bosses and hardware interfaces, so installation follows the standard service procedure with no reworking of mounting points.
- DS-68 Confirmed Fitment — Verified for use on DS-68 equipment; part number 55543 corresponds directly to this machine's OEM parts list.
- Correct Clamping Force Maintained — A properly spec'd fastener holds assemblies at the designed clamping load, preventing loosening under vibration and protecting the components it secures.
- Structural Safety Relevance — On equipment subject to sustained vibration and mechanical stress, an incorrectly sized or substituted bolt can compromise the integrity of the bolted joint; using the OEM 55543 eliminates that risk.
A hex bolt may be a small component, but it plays a direct role in keeping assemblies clamped, aligned, and secure under the mechanical stress and vibration typical of compaction and construction equipment operation. The M10x50 designation specifies both the metric thread diameter and the shank length, meaning a substituted fastener of a different size will either fail to engage threads correctly or leave the joint under-clamped. When the 55543 wears, corrodes, or is lost during service, replacing it with the correct OEM fastener restores the joint to its designed holding strength and prevents progressive damage to the surrounding hardware.
Part Details
| Part Number | 55543 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Hex Bolt M10X50 DS-68 |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| DS-68 | DS-68 |
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Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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