The Wacker Neuson 5000401261 is a genuine OEM Baseplate designed for VP1030R, VP1030A, and VP1030AW single-direction vibratory plate compactors. As a direct factory replacement, this baseplate restores the compaction surface to original condition, ensuring the machine delivers consistent ground contact and force transfer across soil, aggregate base, and paving stone applications. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, part number 5000401261 matches the original component in geometry and material grade — no guesswork on fit or compatibility.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction: — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original material and dimensional specifications, ensuring the compaction plate surface maintains proper flatness and wear resistance under repeated impact loading.
- Direct-Fit Replacement: — Bolt pattern and mounting geometry match the original baseplate exactly, allowing straightforward installation on VP1030 series machines without modification to the plate carrier or hardware.
- Broad VP1030 Series Coverage: — Confirmed fitment across VP1030R, VP1030A, and VP1030AW model variants, covering multiple production runs of the 10 kN, 300 mm/12 in single-direction vibratory plate family.
- Restored Compaction Performance: — A worn or cracked baseplate reduces surface contact and uneven force distribution, leading to poor compaction results. Replacing with part 5000401261 restores full ground contact and consistent compaction output.
- Extended Service Life: — Built from the same materials used in original production, this baseplate is engineered to withstand the continuous vibration and abrasion demands of plate compactor operation on granular and cohesive materials.
The baseplate is the primary ground-contact component on a vibratory plate compactor. It transmits the exciter-generated vibration directly into the material being compacted, and its flat, rigid surface is what allows the machine to achieve uniform density across the pass. Over time, the baseplate can suffer wear, surface erosion, or cracking from continuous contact with abrasive aggregate and hard surfaces — when this happens, compaction efficiency drops noticeably and the machine may begin to skip or bounce unevenly. Replacing the baseplate with a correctly specced OEM part like the Wacker Neuson 5000401261 returns the machine to its rated compaction output and protects the underlying exciter assembly from additional stress.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000401261 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0401261 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Baseplate |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| VP1030R-VIBROPLATE | VP1030R | 5000008702, 5000009504 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 10 kN, 300mm/12in | VP1030A | 5000008701, 5000630047 |
| VP1030Aw | VP1030AW | 5000009514, 5000630423 |
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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