The Wacker Neuson Cross Tube is a genuine OEM component designed for the E3000 Ground Heater and E3000 Hydronic Surface Heater series. As a direct OEM replacement, this part is manufactured to the same specifications as the original, ensuring a correct fit across the full range of E3000 configurations — including generator-equipped, lift bail, and temperature-controlled variants. Whether you're servicing a standard E3000 Ground Heater or one of the 3kW or 6kW generator models, part number is the verified replacement for your machine. Keeping critical fluid-routing components like this cross tube in good condition is essential to maintaining consistent heating output and system integrity on the job.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction: — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original design tolerances, ensuring correct wall thickness, connection geometry, and material grade for hydronic heating system service.
- Drop-In Replacement: — Matches the original mounting points and connection interfaces of the E3000 platform, so installation follows standard service procedures without fabrication or adaptation.
- Broad E3000 Compatibility: — Fits the full E3000 family, including Ground Heater, Hydronic Surface Heater, lift bail configurations, generator-equipped models, and temperature-controlled variants.
- Maintains Hydronic Flow Integrity: — A sound cross tube keeps heated fluid circulating evenly through the system; a cracked or failing tube causes pressure loss, uneven heat distribution, and potential fluid leaks that compromise thaw or cure operations.
- Verified Part Number: — Order with confidence using Wacker Neuson part number 5000166957, cross-referenced against all listed E3000 machine configurations for accurate fitment.
The cross tube is a structural and fluid-routing component within the E3000 hydronic heating system. It channels heated fluid — typically a glycol-water mix — across the heating mat or surface array, distributing warmth evenly to the area being thawed or cured. When the cross tube is compromised by cracking, corrosion, or joint failure, the system loses pressure and heating efficiency drops, which can stall ground thaw or concrete curing timelines on cold-weather jobsites. Replacing a worn cross tube with the correct OEM part restores full flow capacity and helps the E3000 perform as designed.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000166957 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0166957 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Cross Tube |
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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