The Wacker Neuson 5000072782 Locknut is a genuine OEM component designed for AP, BPS, and VP series vibratory plate compactors. This includes battery-powered AP models such as the AP 1135A and AP 1550A, a broad range of BPS single-direction vibratory plate models from the BPS1030A through the BPS2550A, and VP series single-direction plate compactors including the VP1030A, VP1030Aw, VP1135A US, and VP 1135AW. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, part number 5000072782 carries the same specification as the original hardware installed at the factory. With coverage across multiple plate compactor families and regional variants, this locknut is a high-confidence replacement for operators and service technicians maintaining these machines in the field.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Hardware Integrity — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's exact thread pitch and hardness specification, ensuring the locknut holds torque and resists self-loosening under sustained vibration loads.
- Direct-Fit Replacement — Matches the original fastener profile for straightforward installation with standard tooling across all listed plate compactor variants.
- Broad Plate Compactor Coverage — Compatible with AP battery-powered, BPS single-direction, and VP single-direction vibratory plate compactor families, including US and EU regional variants.
- Vibration-Resistant Locking Design — The locknut's locking feature prevents backing off during operation, maintaining critical clamping force on components subject to continuous vibratory stress.
- Fastener Security Under Load — A loose or failed locknut on a vibratory plate can cause component shift, premature wear, or structural damage to the assembly it secures; replacing promptly restores safe, stable operation.
A locknut is a fastener engineered to resist loosening when exposed to vibration, shock loads, or dynamic forces — making it an essential hardware component on any vibratory plate compactor. Unlike a standard hex nut, a locknut uses a prevailing torque feature, distorted thread profile, or nylon insert to maintain clamping force even as the machine operates. On vibratory compaction equipment, standard nuts can gradually back off due to the constant oscillation of the baseplate and exciter assembly, compromising the integrity of the joint. When a locknut fails or is missing, the fastened connection loses clamping load, which can lead to movement, accelerated wear on mating surfaces, and potential damage to surrounding components.
Part Details
| Part Number | 0072782 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Locknut |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| AP 1135A | AP 1135A | 5000009519 |
| AP 1550A | AP 1550A | 5000009539 |
| AP 1550AW | AP 1550AW | 5000009540 |
| BPS1030A | BPS1030A | 5100059658 |
| BPS1030A US | BPS1030A US | 5100080504 |
| BPS1030A EU | BPS1030A EU | 5100084344 |
| BPS1030Aw | BPS1030Aw | 5100058916 |
| BPS1030Aw US | BPS1030Aw US | 5100080503 |
| BPS1030Aw EU | BPS1030Aw EU | 5100084343 |
| BPS1135A | BPS1135A | 5100059662 |
| BPS1135A US | BPS1135A US | 5100080506 |
| BPS1135A EU | BPS1135A EU | 5100084348 |
| BPS1135Aw | BPS1135Aw | 5100059657 |
| BPS1135Aw US | BPS1135Aw US | 5100080505 |
| BPS1135Aw EU | BPS1135Aw EU | 5100084347 |
| BPS1340A | BPS1340A | 5100059906 |
| BPS1340A US | BPS1340A US | 5100080508 |
| BPS1340A EU | BPS1340A EU | 5100084350 |
| BPS1340Aw | BPS1340Aw | 5100059659 |
| BPS1340Aw US | BPS1340Aw US | 5100080507 |
| BPS1340Aw EU | BPS1340Aw EU | 5100084349 |
| BPS1340Aws | BPS1340Aws | 5100060129, 5100067726 |
| BPS1550A | BPS1550A | 5100061215 |
| BPS1550Aw | BPS1550Aw | 5100061216 |
| BPS1550Aws | BPS1550Aws | 5100067727 |
| BPS2050A | BPS2050A | 5100061217 |
| BPS2050Aw | BPS2050Aw | 5100061218 |
| BPS 2550A | BPS 2550A | 0007528 |
| MP 15A | MP 15A | 0630318 |
| VP1030A | VP1030A | 5100018357 |
| VP1030Aw | VP1030Aw | 5100018356 |
| VP1135A US | VP1135A US | 5100018351, 5100029064 |
| VP 1135AW | VP 1135AW | 0009058 |
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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