The Wacker Neuson 5100012721 is a genuine OEM Adjustable Elbow designed for the RC50 and RD18 series compaction rollers. As a factory-sourced component, the 5100012721 is manufactured to the exact specifications of the original part, ensuring a direct, hassle-free installation on affected machines. This Adjustable Elbow fits an extensive range of RD18 tandem roller variants — including the RD18-80, RD18-100, and RD18-100C — as well as RC50 single-drum soil compactor configurations with DPF CAB and DPF ROPS setups.
Key Features
- OEM-Sourced Fitting Integrity — Manufactured by Wacker Neuson to the original routing geometry, so the elbow seats and seals correctly without rework or shimming.
- Adjustable Design for Precise Routing — The adjustable elbow allows line positioning to be set at the correct angle for the specific plumbing run, accommodating tight engine-bay layouts on walk-behind and ride-on roller platforms.
- Broad RD18 Series Coverage — A single part number covers RD18-80, RD18-80.3, RD18-100, RD18-100C, RD18-100C.3, and regional SE and US variants, making it a versatile stocking item for mixed roller fleets.
- RC50 Compatibility — Also fits RC50 and RC50p single-drum soil compactors in both DPF CAB and DPF ROPS configurations, covering padfoot-drum variants.
- Leak-Free Line Management — A correctly fitted adjustable elbow maintains proper fluid or air routing under machine operating vibration; a cracked, loose, or misaligned elbow can introduce leaks that affect system pressure or fluid levels.
An adjustable elbow is a directional fitting used to route a fluid, air, or hydraulic line through a controlled angle change within the machine's plumbing system. On compaction rollers like the RD18 and RC50, where engine bays are compact and lines must navigate around structural members and components, the adjustable design allows the installer to orient the outlet to match the exact run required. When an elbow cracks, strips, or loses its seal, the connected line can leak, causing loss of fluid or pressure that may affect cooling, hydraulic function, or fuel delivery depending on its location in the system.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100012721 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Adjustable Elbow |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| RC50p | RC50p DPF CAB | 5100064257 |
| RD18-100 C Tandem Roller | RD18-100 C | 5100011384 |
| RD18-80 | RD18-80 | 5100055774, 5100047360, 5100011382 |
| RD18-80 Tandem Roller | RD18-80 US | 5100027572 |
| RC50 | RC50 DPF CAB | 5100064255 |
| RD18-100c.3 | RD18-100c.3 | 5100055948 |
| RD18-100 Tandem Roller | RD18-100 | 5100011383, 5100047361, 5100055775 |
| Vibration Roller | RD18-100c 3 | 5100047363 |
| RC50p | RC50p DPF ROPS | 5100064258 |
| Vibration Roller | RD18-100 SE | 5100044989 |
| RD18-100 Tandem Roller | RD18-100 US | 5100027573 |
| RD18-80.3 | RD18-80.3 | 5100055946 |
| Vibration Roller | RD18-80 SE | 5100044988 |
| RD18-100c | RD18-100c | 5100055776, 5100047362 |
| RC50 | RC50 DPF ROPS | 5100064256 |
| RD18-100 C Tandem Roller | RD18-100 C US | 5100027574 |
| RD18 | RD18-100.3 | 5100055947 |
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Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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