The Wacker Neuson Tappet is a genuine OEM component designed for the DPU 7060 series reversible vibratory plate compactors, including the DPU 7060, DPU 7060SC, DPU 7060Fe, DPU 7060Fet, and DPU 7060RC. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this tappet meets the exact specifications of the original part installed at the factory. It is a direct-fit replacement that installs into the valve train without modification, restoring correct valve actuation and engine timing performance. Confirm your model number against the fitment list to ensure this is the right tappet for your machine before ordering.
Key Features
- OEM-Grade Valve Train Tolerancing — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's precise dimensional specs, ensuring correct lift height and contact geometry for consistent valve operation.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement — Engineered to seat correctly in the tappet bore and align with the camshaft lobe, matching the original installation configuration exactly.
- Broad DPU 7060 Series Coverage — Compatible with the DPU 7060, DPU 7060SC, DPU 7060Fe, DPU 7060Fet, and DPU 7060RC reversible vibratory plate compactors.
- Protects Engine Valve Timing — A worn or damaged tappet causes erratic valve actuation, leading to power loss, rough running, and accelerated wear on camshaft and valve stem components.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson Part — Part number 5000037278 is an authentic OEM component, giving you full confidence in material grade and dimensional accuracy.
A tappet — also called a valve lifter — sits between the camshaft and the valve stem in the engine's valve train. As the camshaft rotates, the tappet translates that rotational motion into the precise up-and-down movement needed to open and close the intake and exhaust valves at the correct intervals. On heavy-duty diesel-powered reversible plate compactors like the DPU 7060 series, maintaining accurate valve timing is critical to sustaining full compaction force and engine efficiency under continuous load. When a tappet wears, develops a flat spot, or fails entirely, the engine may exhibit reduced power, increased fuel consumption, valve train noise, or difficulty starting — all signs that prompt inspection and replacement of this component.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000037278 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0037278 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Tappet |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 70 kN, Remote Control | DPU 7060SC | 5000008927 |
| DPU 7060Fe | DPU 7060Fe | 5000610236 |
| DPU7060Fet | DPU 7060Fet | 5000610237 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 70 kN, 60cm/24in | DPU 7060 | 5000007938 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 70 kN, Remote Controll | DPU 7060RC | 5000007939 |
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
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