The Wacker Neuson Piston is a genuine OEM component designed for DPU and BPU series reversible vibratory plate compactors. This piston is factory-sourced and built to the exact dimensional and material tolerances required by Wacker Neuson for dependable hydraulic performance across the full range of compatible machines. Fitment covers a broad cross-section of the DPU and BPU lineup, including the DPU 2540H, DPU 2550H, DPU 2560H, DPU 3050H, DPU 3060H, DPU 3070H, DPU 2440H, DPU 2450H, DPU 2870, DPU 2950, DPU 2960, DPU 2970, BPU 2440A, BPU 2450A, BPU 2540A, BPU 2950A, BPU 3050A, and TS-suffix variants such as the DPU 2560H-TS and DPU 3060H-TS. As a genuine OEM part, the carries the same specifications as the original component installed at the factory, so you can restore your plate compactor to full operating condition with confidence.
Key Features
- OEM-Spec Internal Tolerances — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's exact bore diameter and surface finish specifications, ensuring proper hydraulic sealing and full stroke efficiency within the compactor's exciter system.
- Drop-In Replacement — Matches the original piston geometry and porting, so it installs directly into the existing hydraulic or exciter assembly without machining or fitment adjustment.
- Broad DPU and BPU Compatibility — Confirmed fit across the DPU 2440–3070 and BPU 2440–3050 series, including standard and TS trench-shield variants, covering both diesel and gasoline reversible plate compactors.
- Sustained Compaction Force — A correctly functioning piston maintains consistent centrifugal force output; a worn or scored piston causes compaction force loss, erratic plate movement, and hydraulic fluid bypass that accelerates downstream component wear.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson Part — Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, part number 5000048554 is traceable to the original equipment specification with no substitution in material grade or geometry.
The piston is a core reciprocating or hydraulic-displacement component within the exciter or hydraulic drive system of a reversible vibratory plate compactor. It converts fluid pressure into mechanical movement, driving the eccentric weights that generate the compaction force the plate delivers to the ground. When the piston wears, becomes scored, or loses its sealing integrity, hydraulic pressure bleeds past it, resulting in weakened vibration amplitude, reduced compaction depth, and increased heat buildup in the hydraulic circuit — all of which shorten the service life of surrounding components and compromise compaction results on soil and aggregate bases.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000048554 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0048554 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Piston |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| DPU2540H | DPU 2540H | 5000610035, 5000008755 |
| DPU 2550H | DPU 2550H | 5000610036, 5000008756 |
| DPU 2560H | DPU 2560H | 5000610037, 5000008757 |
| DPU 2560H-TS | DPU 2560H-TS | 5000610038, 5000610005 |
| DPU 3050H | DPU 3050H | 5000610039, 5000008759 |
| DPU 3060H | DPU 3060H | 5000610040, 5000008760 |
| DPU 3070H | DPU 3070H | 5000610041, 5000008908 |
| DPU 3060H-TS | DPU 3060H-TS | 5000610042, 5000610006 |
| BPU2540A | BPU 2540A | 5000008758 |
| BPU 3050A | BPU 3050A | 5000008763 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 24 kN, 40cm/16in | DPU 2440H | 5000007870 |
| Gas Reversible Vibratory Plate ,25 kN,40cm/16in | BPU 2540 | 5000008954 |
| Gasoline Reversible Vibratory Plate | BPU 3050 | 5000008955 |
| DPU 3050HE | DPU 3050HE | 5000610298 |
| DPU 3060HE-TS | DPU 3060HE-TS | 5000610302 |
| 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 |
| BPU 2540A US | BPU 2540A US | 5000610360 |
| BPU 3050A US | BPU 3050A US | 5000610361 |
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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