The Wacker Neuson 5100012881 is a genuine OEM Cover Plate designed for the RD18 series tandem rollers, including the RD18-80, RD18-100, and RD18-100 C configurations. As a direct OEM replacement, this cover plate is sourced from Wacker Neuson's authorized parts program, ensuring it meets the original design tolerances and fitment requirements of your machine. Part number 5100012881 covers an extensive range of RD18 variants across multiple production series, making it the correct choice for operators and service technicians working across the full RD18 lineup.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction: — Manufactured to the same material and dimensional specifications as the original, ensuring correct panel fit, sealing contact, and structural integrity on the RD18 roller chassis.
- Direct-Fit Replacement: — Designed to mount directly in place of the original cover plate using existing hardware and attachment points — no reworking of surrounding panels or brackets needed.
- Broad RD18 Series Compatibility: — Confirmed fitment across RD18-80, RD18-100, RD18-100 C, and their .3-series and SE variants, covering both US and standard production machines.
- Protects Internal Components: — A correctly fitted cover plate shields internal systems from debris, water ingress, and jobsite contamination that can accelerate wear on components behind the panel.
- Maintains Machine Integrity: — A missing or damaged cover plate can expose critical assemblies to environmental damage; replacing it promptly keeps the machine operating within its designed protection envelope.
A cover plate on a tandem roller serves as a protective panel that shields internal mechanical or hydraulic components from exposure to dirt, water, and physical damage during operation. On the RD18 series, maintaining intact cover plates is essential to protecting the systems housed within the roller's frame from the harsh conditions of asphalt and soil compaction work. When a cover plate is cracked, missing, or improperly secured, the components behind it become vulnerable to contamination and impact damage that can lead to more significant and costly repairs.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100012881 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Cover Plate |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| RD18-80 Tandem Roller | RD18-80 US | 5100027572 |
| RD18-100 | RD18-100 | 5100047361, 5100055775, 5100011383 |
| RD18-80 | RD18-80 | 5100055774, 5100011382, 5100047360 |
| RD 18-100 C | RD18-100c | 5100047362, 5100055776 |
| RD18-100 Tandem Roller | RD18-100 US | 5100027573 |
| RD18 | RD18-100.3 | 5100055947 |
| Vibration Roller | RD18-100 SE | 5100044989 |
| RD18-80.3 | RD18-80.3 | 5100055946 |
| Vibration Roller | RD18-100c 3 | 5100047363 |
| Vibration Roller | RD18-80 SE | 5100044988 |
| RD18-100 C Tandem Roller | RD18-100 C US | 5100027574 |
| RD18-100 C Tandem Roller | RD18-100 C | 5100011384 |
| RD18-100c.3 | RD18-100c.3 | 5100055948 |
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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