The Wacker Neuson Steel Ball is a genuine OEM component designed for VP and AP series single-direction vibratory plate compactors, including the VP1035R, VP1135R, VP1340R, VP1550R, VP2050R, VP1135RW, VP1340RW, VP1550RW, VP2050RW, VPR1330, and AP1550R. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this steel ball matches the original part in every dimension and material specification. It installs as a direct replacement with no fitting adjustments, keeping your machine running as it left the factory floor. Confirm your model number before ordering to ensure this part is the correct match for your unit.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Hardness and Tolerancing — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original material and dimensional spec, ensuring correct load-bearing performance within the compactor's drivetrain or exciter assembly.
- Drop-In Replacement — Seats directly into the original bore or race without modification, maintaining correct clearance and preload in the assembly.
- Broad VP and AP Series Compatibility — Fits a wide range of Wacker Neuson single-direction vibratory plates from the VP1035R through the VP2050RW and AP1550R, covering both standard and wide-plate configurations.
- Maintains Exciter Efficiency — A worn or pitted steel ball introduces play into the exciter or bearing assembly, causing vibration irregularities and uneven compaction force; a fresh OEM ball restores consistent centrifugal output.
- Long-Term Surface Integrity — Genuine OEM steel formulation resists pitting and deformation under the high-cycle, high-load conditions typical of vibratory plate operation.
A steel ball in a vibratory plate compactor typically functions as a precision load-bearing element within the exciter unit, centrifugal clutch, or a related rotating assembly. It transmits force between moving components while maintaining tight dimensional tolerances that keep those assemblies balanced and properly aligned. When a steel ball wears, pits, or develops flat spots, it introduces unwanted play into the assembly — leading to vibration imbalance, reduced compaction force, and accelerated wear on surrounding components. Replacing it with a genuine OEM part restores the correct operating geometry and keeps compaction output consistent across the full working cycle.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000044828 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0044828 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Steel Ball |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Value Vibratory Plate, 11kN, 3 50mm/13.8in | VP1135R | 5000008709 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 11 kN, 356mm/14in | VP1135RW | 5000009251, 5000009512 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 13 kN, 400mm/15.5in | VP1340RW | 5000009034 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP1550RW | 5000009030 |
| Single Direction Plates | AP1550R | 5000009538 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP1550R | 5000009029 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 13 kN, 400mm/15.5in | VP1340R | 5000009033 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 20 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP2050R | 5000009088 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 10 kN, 356mm/14in | VP1035R | 5000008208 |
| Vibratory Plate 300mm/12in | VPR1330 | 5000006512 |
| Single Direction Asphalt Plate | VP2050RW | 5000009511 |
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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