The Wacker Neuson Tandem Axle is a genuine OEM component designed for the E3000 Hydronic Surface Heater and E3000 Ground Heater series. As a direct factory replacement, this tandem axle is built to the same specifications as the original, ensuring a correct, confidence-inspiring installation with no guesswork. Fitment covers the full range of E3000 configurations, including generator-equipped models, lift bail variants, and temperature control builds. When it comes to keeping your E3000 unit mobile and field-ready, sourcing the correct OEM part number is the straightforward choice.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Structural Integrity — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original load-bearing and dimensional tolerances, so the axle supports the unit's weight and road stress exactly as designed.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement — Engineered to match the original mounting geometry and wheel hub interface of the E3000 trailer frame, allowing a straightforward swap without custom fitting.
- Broad E3000 Series Fitment — Compatible across the E3000 Ground Heater and E3000 Hydronic Surface Heater lineup, including generator, lift bail, temperature control, 3kW, and 6kW generator configurations.
- Maintains Transport Stability — A correctly functioning tandem axle distributes the unit's load evenly across both wheel sets, keeping the heater trailer stable and balanced during towing and on-site positioning.
- Verified Part Number Traceability — Supplied as Wacker Neuson part 5000177497, cross-referenceable against all listed E3000 machine numbers for accurate parts ordering and service documentation.
The tandem axle is the structural foundation of the E3000's two-axle trailer chassis, supporting the full weight of the heater unit and distributing that load across two axle sets for balanced towing. It connects the wheel hubs and bearings to the trailer frame, directly affecting how the machine tracks on the road and how evenly the tires wear over time. When the tandem axle is bent, cracked, or worn at its mounting points, the trailer can pull unevenly, create dangerous instability at road speed, or cause accelerated tire and bearing wear — making timely replacement essential for safe transport between job sites.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000177497 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0177497 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Tandem Axle |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| E3000 Hydronic Surface Heater with generator | E3000 | 5000620219, 5000620679, 5000620158, 5000620678, 5200014677, 5200004952, 5100017807, 5100017809, 5200014678, 5200014679, 5200014720, 5100017806, 5100017808, 5200014721, 5100017810, 5100017811, 5100025046, 5100055568, 5100056441, 5100056440, 5100025045 |
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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