The Wacker Neuson Camshaft is a genuine OEM component designed for the RS800H Single Drum Vibratory Roller. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this camshaft meets the exact engineering specifications of the original part, ensuring a direct, reliable replacement when engine service is required. If you are restoring lost power, addressing irregular valve timing, or completing a scheduled engine overhaul on the RS800H, part number is the correct replacement.
Key Features
- OEM-Spec Lobe Profile: — Manufactured to the original lobe geometry and hardness spec, maintaining correct valve lift and duration for proper engine breathing.
- Direct Engine Fit: — Engineered to install into the RS800H engine block using the original bearing journals and timing alignment, with no reworking of the engine bay.
- Verified RS800H Compatibility: — Confirmed fitment for the RS800H Single Drum Vibratory Roller; part number 5000072885 cross-references directly to this machine.
- Sustained Engine Output: — A correctly functioning camshaft keeps valve events synchronized with the crankshaft, preserving the power delivery the RS800H needs to maintain drum compaction force across the full working pass.
- Fuel System Integrity: — Proper camshaft function governs fuel intake timing; a worn camshaft can cause hard starting, uneven idle, and increased fuel consumption — replacing it restores correct engine behavior.
The camshaft is a precision-machined rotating shaft inside the engine that controls the opening and closing of the intake and exhaust valves through a series of egg-shaped lobes. As the engine runs, the camshaft rotates in time with the crankshaft, pushing valve lifters at precisely calculated intervals to draw in the air-fuel mixture and expel exhaust gases. When a camshaft wears or fails, lobe profiles flatten, valve timing drifts, and the engine loses compression efficiency — resulting in rough running, power loss, and potential engine damage if left unaddressed.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000072885 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0072885 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Camshaft |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Single Drum Vibratory Roller | RS800H | 5000006583 |
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Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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