The Wacker Neuson Shaft is a genuine OEM component designed for DPU and BPU series reversible vibratory plate compactors. This shaft services a broad range of models including the DPU 2440H, DPU 2870, DPU 2950, DPU 2970, BPU 2440A, BPU 2450A, and BPU 2950A, among others. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, the is manufactured to the same specification as the original part, ensuring a straight drop-in replacement with no guesswork. Whether you're servicing a 24 kN compact plate or a heavier 29 kN wide-drum model, this is the correct shaft for the job.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Dimensional Accuracy — Machined to original tolerances for correct rotational alignment within the compactor's drive and exciter assembly.
- Direct Drop-In Installation — Matches original shaft geometry, mounting interfaces, and hardware patterns across all listed DPU and BPU variants.
- Broad DPU and BPU Fitment — Compatible with multiple Wacker Neuson reversible vibratory plate models ranging from 24 kN to 29 kN centrifugal force ratings, in widths from 30 cm to 70 cm.
- Sustains Drive Integrity — A worn or damaged shaft can cause vibration imbalance, accelerated bearing wear, and loss of compaction force; replacing it restores full machine output.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson Part — Backed by Wacker Neuson's OEM supply chain, so you receive the exact component the machine was built with.
The shaft in a reversible vibratory plate compactor is a critical rotating component within the exciter or drive assembly, transmitting torque and maintaining the precise alignment needed to generate consistent compaction force. It works in conjunction with bearings, eccentrics, and drive elements to produce the controlled vibration that densifies soil, aggregate, and sub-base material. When a shaft becomes worn, bent, or damaged, the result is uneven vibration, increased stress on surrounding components, and a measurable drop in compaction performance — making timely replacement essential to keeping the plate operating at rated output.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000047074 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0047074 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Shaft |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 24 kN, 40cm/16in | DPU 2440H | 5000007870 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 24 kN, 30cm/12in | DPU 2430F | 5000006200 |
| Vibration Plate BPU 2950A WSM | BPU 2950A | 5000007873, 5000007962 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 29 kN, 50cm/20in | DPU 2450F | 5000007876 |
| Vibration Plate DPU 2440F WGB | DPU 2440F | 5000007877, 5000007878, 5000007879, 5000007886 |
| Vibration plate DPU 2450H | DPU 2450H | 5000008746 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 28 kN, 70cm/28in | DPU 2870 | 5000007289 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 24 kN, 40cm/16in | BPU 2440A | 5000007867, 5000007869 |
| Vibration Plate BPU 2450A | BPU 2450A | 5000007868 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 29 kN, 50cm/20in | DPU 2950Y | 5000007874 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 29 kN, 70cm/28in | DPU 2970 | 5000007880 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 29 kN, 50cm/20in | DPU 2950 | 5000007881, 5000007884 |
| Vibration Plate DPU 2960 | DPU 2960 | 5000007883 |
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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