The Wacker Neuson Needle is a genuine OEM component designed for the BS50-2, BS60-2, BS70-2, and MS-series gasoline vibratory rammers. As a direct factory replacement, this needle delivers the exact dimensional tolerances required for proper carburetor fuel metering in two-cycle and oil-injected rammer engines. It fits an extensive range of BS-series models — including standard, EU-spec, and oil-injected variants — as well as MS52 and MS62 machines, making it a widely applicable service part for fleets running multiple configurations. Sourcing the genuine Wacker Neuson ensures you're installing a part manufactured to the same specifications as the original.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Metering Precision — Manufactured to exact dimensional tolerances for consistent fuel flow control within the carburetor circuit of two-cycle and oil-injected rammer engines.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement — Designed to seat and function identically to the original needle, slotting into the carburetor assembly without adjustment or rework.
- Broad BS-Series and MS-Series Compatibility — Verified fitment across BS50-2, BS60-2, BS70-2 (standard and EU variants), oil-injected i-models, and MS52/MS62 rammers.
- Supports Correct Air-Fuel Ratio — A worn or damaged needle allows uncontrolled fuel flow, causing rich running, poor throttle response, or hard starting; replacing it restores clean, consistent engine performance.
- Fuel System Integrity — Correct needle condition is critical to preventing over-fueling and potential engine flooding — using a genuine OEM part maintains the safety margin built into the original carburetor design.
The carburetor needle is a small but critical fuel metering component located inside the main jet circuit of the carburetor. It regulates the amount of fuel drawn into the engine at mid-range and full throttle by controlling the effective opening of the needle jet as the throttle slide rises and falls. When the needle wears, becomes grooved, or is damaged, fuel metering becomes inconsistent — leading to symptoms such as erratic idling, black smoke, sluggish response, or difficulty maintaining a steady compaction stroke. Replacing a worn needle with a correctly dimensioned OEM part restores the fuel delivery curve the engine was designed to run on.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000175320 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0175320 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Needle |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Vibratory Rammer with 280mm/11 in Shoe | BS60-2 | 5000620905, 5000620612 |
| Vibratory Rammer with 280mm/11 in Shoe | BS60-2 EU | 5000009417, 5000009421, 5000009418 |
| Vibratory Rammer with 280mm/11 in Shoe | BS70-2 EU | 5000009424, 5000009425, 5000009427 |
| BS50-2i | BS50-2i | 5000009338, 5000009383, 5000009473, 5000620026, 5000620611 |
| 280mm/11in Shoe, Oil-injected Rammer | BS70-2i | 5000009401, 5000009341 |
| Vibratory Rammer with 280mm/11 in Shoe | BS50-2 EU | 5000009410, 5000009411, 5000009413 |
| Oil-injected Rammer with 280mm /11in Shoe | BS50-2i EU | 5000009414, 5000009412, 5000009416 |
| Oil-injected Rammer with 280mm /11in Shoe | BS60-2i EU | 5000009419, 5000009420 |
| Variable Speed Rammer with 280 mm/11in Shoe | BS65-V EU | 5000009423 |
| Oil-injected Rammer with 280mm /11in | BS70-2i EU | 5000009428, 5000009426 |
| 250mm/10in Shoe, Vibratory Ram mer | BS50-2 | 5000009384, 5000620025, 5000620048, 5000620609, 5000620610, 5000620733 |
| 280mm/11in Shoe, Oil-injected High Alt. Rammer | BS60-2i | 5000009393, 5000620613, 5000620614, 5000009339 |
| 280/11in Shoe, Vibratory Ramme r | MS62 | 5200004690 |
| 280/11in Shoe, Vibratory Ramme r | MS52 | 5200008222 |
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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