The Wacker Neuson 5100045045 is a genuine OEM Diesel Engine designed for the DPU6555 series reversible vibratory plate compactors. As a direct OEM replacement sourced through authorized Wacker Neuson supply channels, this engine is built to the exact configuration required by the DPU6555 platform — covering a wide range of variants including the DPU6555He, DPU6555Hec, DPU6555Hes, DPU6555Hech, DPU6555Heap, DPU6555Hecs, DPU6555Hecsh, DPU6555Hesh, DPU6555Hechzf, DPU6555Hehap, and related models. When a diesel engine fails or reaches end of service life, replacing it with the correct OEM unit ensures the machine returns to full rated compaction output without compromising the integrity of the drivetrain or hydraulic systems it powers.
Key Features
- OEM-Matched Power Output — Genuine Wacker Neuson engine assembly rated and configured to the exact displacement, fuel delivery, and torque output required by the DPU6555 platform.
- Drop-In Replacement for DPU6555 Variants — Engineered to mount directly to the DPU6555 frame and drivetrain, maintaining correct alignment with the exciter unit and hydraulic drive components.
- Broad DPU6555 Series Coverage — Fits DPU6555He, Hec, Hes, Hech, Heap, Hecs, Hecsh, Hesh, Hechzf, Hehap, and additional sub-variants, making this a single-source solution for diesel engine replacement across the DPU6555 family.
- Full Compaction Force Restored — A correctly functioning diesel engine delivers consistent RPM and torque to the exciter mechanism, sustaining the centrifugal force output the DPU6555 is rated for. A worn or seized engine results in reduced plate frequency, uneven compaction, and potential substrate failure.
- Fuel System Integrity — As a diesel-powered prime mover, the correct OEM engine ensures proper fuel injection timing and combustion characteristics — critical on a heavy-duty reversible plate operating in demanding soil and aggregate conditions.
The diesel engine is the prime mover of the DPU6555 reversible plate compactor, supplying the rotational power that drives the exciter mechanism responsible for generating the compaction force transmitted through the baseplate. On reversible DPU-series plates, the engine also drives the hydraulic system that controls plate direction, making reliable engine output essential to both compaction performance and machine maneuverability. When the engine loses power, misfires, or fails entirely, the machine cannot maintain the plate frequency or hydraulic pressure needed for effective soil and aggregate compaction — making a like-for-like OEM replacement the most straightforward path back to full productivity.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100045045 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Diesel Engine |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| DPU6555Heh | DPU6555Heh | 5100009636 |
| DPU6555Hehap | DPU6555Hehap | 5100009638 |
| DPU6555 Hech | DPU6555 Hech | 5100009639 |
| DPU6555Hecsh | DPU6555Hecsh | 5100015775 |
| DPU6555Hesh | DPU6555Hesh | 5100015774 |
| DPU6555Hes | DPU6555Hes | 5100016941 |
| DPU6555Hec | DPU6555Hec | 5100016944 |
| DPU6555Heap | DPU6555Heap | 5100016943 |
| DPU6555Hecs | DPU6555Hecs | 5100016945 |
| DPU6555He | DPU6555He | 5100016940 |
| DPU6555Hechzf | DPU6555Hechzf | 5100021400 |
| DPU6555Hech | DPU6555Hech | 5100051524 |
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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