The Wacker Neuson 5100047597 is a genuine OEM Recoil Starter Complete designed for Wacker Neuson BPU, WP, VP, and BPS series vibratory plate compactors. As a direct factory replacement, this assembly restores pull-start function to its original specification and is confirmed to fit a wide range of models including the BPU 2540A, WP1540A, WP1550A, VP1340A, VP1550A, VP2050A, BPS1550A, BPS2050A, and their Aw and US variants. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, part number 5100047597 carries the same quality and dimensional accuracy as the component originally installed at the factory. Keep this part on hand to get your plate compactor back in service without delays on site.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Starter Assembly — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original specifications, ensuring correct rope tension, pawl engagement, and rewind action specific to this recoil starter design.
- Complete Drop-In Assembly — Supplied as a full Recoil Starter Complete unit; the housing, rope, and rewind spring are pre-assembled for a straightforward bolt-on installation.
- Broad Model Coverage — Fits BPU 2540A, WP1540A, WP1540Aw, WP1550A, WP1550Aw, VP1340A, VP1340Aw, VP1550A, VP1550Aw, VP2050A, VP2050Aw, BPS1550A, BPS1550Aw, BPS2050A, and BPS2050Aw plate compactors, including US and Loxam variants.
- Consistent Cold and Warm Starts — A worn or broken recoil starter leaves the compactor unable to start; replacing with this part restores reliable engine engagement across varying temperatures and load conditions.
- Operator Safety — A properly functioning recoil starter prevents rope snapping, uncontrolled handle kickback, and incomplete engine engagement — all known hazards of a worn pull-start assembly on compaction equipment.
The recoil starter is the pull-start mechanism that cranks the engine when the operator pulls the handle. Inside the housing, a coiled rewind spring stores energy and retracts the rope automatically after each pull, while spring-loaded pawls engage the engine flywheel to transfer starting force. When the rope frays, the spring breaks, or the pawls wear, the engine simply won't start — bringing compaction work to a halt. Replacing the full Recoil Starter Complete assembly, rather than individual internal components, is the most efficient way to return the machine to full working order.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100047597 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Recoil Starter Complete |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| A5000/160 ANSI | A5000/160 ANSI | 5000610340 |
| A5000/160 ISO | A5000/160 ISO | 5000610325 |
| BPS1550A | BPS1550A | 5100061215 |
| BPS1550Aw | BPS1550Aw | 5100061216 |
| BPS1550Aws | BPS1550Aws | 5100067727 |
| BPS2050A | BPS2050A | 5100061217 |
| BPS2050Aw | BPS2050Aw | 5100061218 |
| BPU 2540A US | BPU 2540A US | 5000610360 |
| BPU2540A | BPU 2540A | 5000008758 |
| VP1140A | VP1340A | 5100029061 |
| VP1340A | VP1340A US | 5100029059 |
| VP1340Aw | VP1340Aw US | 5100029058 |
| VP1340Aw | VP1340Aw | 5100029060 |
| VP1340Aw | VP1340Aw Loxam | 5100029062 |
| VP1550A | VP1550A US | 5100029055 |
| VP1550A | VP1550A | 5100029057 |
| VP1550Aw | VP1550Aw US | 5100029054 |
| VP1550Aw | VP1550Aw | 5100029056, 5100051526 |
| VP2050A | VP2050A US | 5100029051 |
| VP2050A | VP2050A | 5100029053 |
| VP2050Aw | VP2050Aw US | 5100029050 |
| VP2050Aw | VP2050Aw | 5100029052 |
| WP1540A | WP1540A US | 5100018328 |
| WP1540A | WP1540A | 5100018330 |
| WP1540Aw | WP1540Aw US | 5100018327 |
| WP1540Aw | WP1540Aw | 5100018329 |
| WP1550A | WP1550A | 5100018323, 5100062423 |
| WP1550A | WP1550A US | 5100018325 |
| WP1550Aw | WP1550Aw | 5100016241, 5100062424, 5100066158 |
| WP1550Aw | WP1550Aw US | 5100018324 |
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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