The Wacker Neuson 5100028838 is a genuine OEM Travel Cable designed for the RD7 series tandem rollers, including the RD7He, RD7H, and walk-behind roller configurations. As a factory-original component, this cable is sourced directly from Wacker Neuson and built to the exact specification required for correct travel control operation. Fitment covers the RD7 Tandem Roller, RD7H, and RD7He models, including North America-specific configurations. When your travel cable wears or fails, replacing it with the correct OEM part like the 5100028838 keeps the machine responding accurately to operator input.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Cable Construction — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original length, end-fitting, and tension specifications, ensuring consistent travel response across the full speed range of the RD7 series.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement — Engineered to match the original cable routing and attachment points on RD7He, RD7H, and RD7 Tandem Roller models, so installation follows the same procedure as the factory-fitted cable.
- Broad RD7 Series Compatibility — Fits multiple RD7 configurations including the RD7 Tandem Roller, RD7H, RD7He walk-behind roller, and North America-specific RD7He double drum variants.
- Accurate Travel Control — A correctly tensioned and undamaged travel cable translates operator lever input into smooth, proportional drum drive — fraying or stretching causes sluggish or uneven forward and reverse response.
- Operator Safety Relevance — On a tandem roller, a compromised travel cable can result in delayed or inconsistent machine movement on grade; replacing a worn cable promptly maintains predictable machine behavior.
The travel cable on an RD7 series tandem roller connects the operator's travel lever to the machine's drive control system, transmitting mechanical input to regulate forward and reverse movement of the drums. When the cable is properly tensioned and intact, the roller responds smoothly and proportionally to lever position, giving the operator precise control on compaction passes. A stretched, frayed, or broken travel cable leads to sluggish engagement, loss of directional control, or complete loss of drive response — any of which can interrupt compaction work and create a safety concern on graded or sloped surfaces.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100028838 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Travel Cable |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| RD7 Tandem Roller | RD7He | 5100017193, 5100017194, 5200015241, 5200015244, 5100038031, 5100018451 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
Why Buy From DHS Equipment
Every part is verified against the manufacturer's part number before it ships, so what you order is what arrives. We carry parts from leading OEM brands and our own DHS Quality Parts line of professional aftermarket components. Need help finding the right part? Our team is available to confirm compatibility whenever you need it. Orders are processed fast to keep your jobs on track. We don't just sell parts. We keep you jobsite ready.
Questions? Contact our team at [email protected] or 866-611-9369 — DHS Equipment is here to help you maintain peak performance.
