The Wacker Neuson Angular Joint is a genuine OEM component designed for the DPU 4045H, DPU 5045H, DPU 6055, DPU 4545H, DPU 5545H, and DPU 6555H series reversible vibratory plate compactors. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this part carries the same fit, form, and function as the original component installed at the factory. The covers an extensive range of DPU variants — including He, Heh, Hec, Heap, and combination suffix models — making it the correct choice across a broad cross-section of the DPU lineup. Verify your model number against the fitment list before ordering to confirm compatibility.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction: Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original engineering tolerances, ensuring the joint articulates and transfers force exactly as the drive system requires — no dimensional guesswork.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement: Engineered to the same mounting geometry as the original, so the 5000038403 connects to existing drive and steering linkage components without rework.
- Broad DPU Series Coverage: Fits DPU 4045H, DPU 5045H, DPU 6055, DPU 4545H, DPU 5545H, and DPU 6555H reversible vibratory plate compactors across diesel-powered variants, including US-market and specialty-suffix models.
- Maintains Directional Control Performance: A worn or damaged angular joint causes erratic steering response and loss of reversing accuracy — replacing it restores the crisp directional control these machines depend on for precise compaction passes.
- Verified OEM Part Number: Cross-reference part number 5000038403 against your machine's serial number and model designation to confirm the correct fit for your specific DPU unit.
The angular joint is a pivoting mechanical link in the reversible plate compactor's drive and directional control system. It allows the operator handle and propulsion linkage to transmit steering inputs to the exciter unit while accommodating the angular movement created by machine vibration and surface irregularities. When this joint wears, develops play, or seizes, the compactor loses precise forward and reverse control, making accurate compaction passes difficult and increasing operator fatigue. Replacing a failed angular joint restores the direct, responsive feel the machine was designed to deliver.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000038403 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0038403 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Angular Joint |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| V.Plate DPU 5045Heap | DPU 5045H | 5000610046, 5000610052, 5000610047, 5000007862, 5000007936, 5000007965, 5000610045 |
| V.Plate DPU 4045Hap | DPU 4045H | 5000610044, 5000610051, 5000610064, 5000007888, 5000007935, 5000610043 |
| DPU6555Heh | DPU6555Heh | 5100009636 |
| DPU6555HEH US | DPU6555Heh US | 5100009637 |
| DPU6555Hehap | DPU6555Hehap | 5100009638 |
| DPU6555 Hech | DPU6555 Hech | 5100009639 |
| DPU6555Hech US | DPU6555Hech US | 5100009650 |
| V.Plate DPU 6055Heap | DPU 6055 | 5000610049, 5000610050, 5000008766, 5000008767, 5000008768, 5000610048 |
| DPU6055-VIBROPLATE | DPU 6055He | 5000610053 |
| DPU5545Heh | DPU5545Heh | 5100009652 |
| DPU5545HEH US | DPU5545Heh US | 5100009653 |
| DPU5545Hehap | DPU5545Hehap | 5100009654 |
| DPU5545Hech | DPU5545Hech | 5100009655, 5100051523 |
| DPU4545Heh | DPU4545Heh | 5100009659 |
| DPU4545HEH US | DPU4545Heh US | 5100009660 |
| DPU6555Hesh | DPU6555Hesh | 5100015774 |
| DPU6555Hecsh | DPU6555Hecsh | 5100015775 |
| DPU6555He | DPU6555He | 5100016940 |
| DPU6555Hes | DPU6555Hes | 5100016941 |
| DPU6555Heap | DPU6555Heap | 5100016943 |
| DPU6555Hec | DPU6555Hec | 5100016944 |
| DPU6555Hecs | DPU6555Hecs | 5100016945 |
| DPU 6555H | DPU 6555H | 5100009651, 5000610355 |
| DPU4545Hech | DPU4545Hech | 5100015429, 5100051522 |
| DPU 6555Hs | DPU 6555Hs | 5100015773 |
| DPU5545He | DPU5545He | 5100016947 |
| DPU5545Heap | DPU5545Heap | 5100016949 |
| DPU5545Hec | DPU5545Hec | 5100016950 |
| DPU4545He | DPU4545He | 5100016951 |
| DPU4545Hec | DPU4545Hec | 5100016953 |
| DPU5545H | DPU 5545H | 5100009656, 5000610352 |
| DPU4545H | DPU 4545H | 5100009661, 5000610348 |
| DPU5545HECH US | DPU5545Hech US | 5100016948 |
| DPU4545HECH US | DPU4545Hech US | 5100016952 |
| DPU6555Hechzf | DPU6555Hechzf | 5100021400 |
| DPU6055-VIBROPLATE | DPU 6055 WC | 5000610175 |
| DPU4545Hechzf | DPU4545Hechzf | 5100022112 |
| Vibratory Plate DPU 6555Heap | DPU 6555Heap | 5000610356 |
| DPU6555He-VIBROPLATE | DPU 6555He US | 5000610357 |
| Vibration Plate | DPU6555He US | 5100016942 |
| Vibration Plate | DPU6555Hec US | 5100016946 |
| Vibratory Plate DPU 6555He | DPU 6555He | 5000610354 |
| DPU 5045He-VIBROPLATE | DPU 5045He US | 5000610367 |
| DPU5545He-VIBROPLATE | DPU 5545He US | 5000610402 |
| Vibratory Plate DPU 4545He US | DPU 4545He US | 5100000679 |
| DPU6555Hech | DPU6555Hech | 5100051524 |
| DPU4545He-VIBROPLATE | DPU 4545He | 5000610347 |
| Vibratory Plate DPU 4545Hap | DPU 4545Hap | 5000610349 |
| Vibratory Plate DPU 5545He | DPU 5545He | 5000610351 |
| Vibratory Plate DPU 5545Heap | DPU 5545Heap | 5000610353 |
| Vibratory Plate | DPU 6555Hec | 5100004060 |
| DPU6555Hec Reversible Vibratory Plate | DPU 6555Hec US | 5100004399 |
| Vibratory Plate | DPU 5545Hec | 5100005859 |
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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