The Wacker Neuson is a genuine OEM Grooved Ball Bearing designed for BPU and DPU series reversible vibratory plate compactors. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this part meets the same specifications as the original component installed at the factory. It is confirmed to fit the BPU 3545A, BPU 5045A, DPU 4045H, DPU 5045H, and DPU 6055 series, covering a wide range of gasoline and diesel reversible vibratory plates. Ordering by part number ensures you receive the correct bearing for your specific machine configuration.
Key Features
- Precision-Rated Bearing Geometry — Grooved raceway profile maintains correct load distribution under the high-frequency vibration demands of reversible vibratory plate operation.
- Genuine OEM Component — Supplied by Wacker Neuson as original equipment, matching the material grade and dimensional tolerances of the part it replaces.
- Broad BPU and DPU Series Fitment — Compatible with BPU 3545A, BPU 5045A, DPU 4045H, DPU 5045H, DPU 4045Y, DPU 4045YE, and DPU 6055 reversible vibratory plates, including US market variants.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement — Dimensionally identical to the original bearing, allowing straightforward installation without modification to the bearing housing or shaft.
- Sustained Compaction Output — A correctly seated bearing supports consistent eccentric shaft rotation, which directly determines the plate's compaction force and travel direction control. A worn or failed bearing causes vibration loss, erratic plate movement, and accelerated wear to surrounding drivetrain components.
A grooved ball bearing — also known as a deep groove ball bearing — is a rotating element that supports the eccentric shaft inside the vibratory plate's exciter housing. It allows the shaft to spin freely at high speed while absorbing both radial and axial loads generated by the compaction cycle. On reversible vibratory plates like the BPU and DPU series, this bearing is under constant stress from the machine's directional vibration mechanism, making its integrity critical to both performance and the lifespan of the exciter assembly. When this bearing begins to wear, operators typically notice increased noise, reduced compaction force, or loss of directional control — all signs that the bearing should be replaced promptly to avoid broader drivetrain damage.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000046366 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0046366 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Grooved Ball Bearing |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 50 kN, 45cm/18in | BPU 5045A | 5000008545 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 35 kN, 45cm/18in | BPU 3545A | 5000008783 |
| 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 |
| V.Plate DPU 6055Heap | DPU 6055 | 5000610049, 5000610050, 5000008766, 5000008767, 5000008768, 5000610048 |
| DPU6055-VIBROPLATE | DPU 6055He | 5000610053 |
| vibration plate DPU 4045Y | DPU 4045Y | 5000610027 |
| DPU6055-VIBROPLATE | DPU 6055 WC | 5000610175 |
| V.Plate DPU 4045Ye | DPU 4045YE | 5000610181 |
| DPU 5045He-VIBROPLATE | DPU 5045He US | 5000610367 |
| BPU3545A-VIBROPLATE | BPU 3545A US | 5000610362 |
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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