The Wacker Neuson 5000079161 Ball Bearing is a genuine OEM component designed for a broad range of Wacker Neuson tandem rollers and remote-controlled trench rollers, including RD12, RD16, RT56, RT82, RTx, RTLx, and RTKx series machines. As a direct OEM replacement sourced through the Wacker Neuson parts program, this bearing meets the original engineering specifications set for these machines at the time of manufacture. Confirm your machine's model number against the fitment list before ordering to ensure correct application. With wide coverage across multiple roller generations, part number 5000079161 is a high-demand service item for contractors and dealers maintaining compaction equipment fleets.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Load Rating — Manufactured to the original radial and axial load tolerances specified for Wacker Neuson roller driveline and vibration system applications.
- Drop-In Replacement — Matches the original bearing bore, outer diameter, and width for direct installation without machining or shimming.
- Broad Roller Family Coverage — Confirmed fitment across RD12, RD16 tandem rollers and RT56, RT82, RTx, RTLx, and RTKx series remote-controlled trench rollers.
- Vibration System Integrity — A worn or failed bearing in the exciter or drive assembly causes excessive heat, noise, and loss of compaction force; replacing with a correctly rated OEM bearing restores full drum performance.
- Extended Service Intervals — OEM-grade steel and raceway finish support the lubrication and load cycles these machines see in continuous compaction operations.
A ball bearing provides low-friction rotational support between moving shafts and their housings, allowing components such as drive shafts, exciter assemblies, and drum axles to spin freely under load while controlling radial and axial movement. In vibratory compaction equipment, bearings are subjected to high-frequency vibration forces in addition to normal rotational loads, which accelerates wear compared to standard rotating machinery. When a bearing begins to fail, operators typically notice increased vibration or noise, heat buildup at the bearing location, and eventually a loss of smooth drum rotation or drive response — all of which compromise compaction quality and can lead to more extensive drivetrain damage if left unaddressed.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000079161 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0079161 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Ball Bearing |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Double Drum Vibratory Roller | RD880V | 5000006736 |
| Hydrostatic Double Drum Vibrat ory Roller | RD11A | 5000007693 |
| Hydrostatic Double Drum Vibrat ory Roller | RD11V | 5000007694 |
| Hydrostatic Double Drum Vibrat ory Roller | RD11AEC | 5000007695 |
| Hydrostatic Vibratory Roller ( IRH) | RD16-90 | 5000620127, 5000620060, 5000620799 |
| RD 16-100 | RD16-100 | 5000620402, 5000620798 |
| RD12-90 ROLLER, DOUBLE DRUM, SOLID ROPS | RD12-90 | 5000620059, 5000620321 |
| RD12A-90 ROLLER,DBL DRUM,GRN | RD12A-90 | 5000620369, 5000620320, 5000620058 |
| RTKx-SC3 Trench Roller | RTK82-SC3 | 5200019257, 5200019256, 5200019255 |
| RTKx-SC3 TRENCH ROLLER,GRN | RTKx-SC3 | 5200019258, 5200019259, 5100018517, 5100018518, 5100034371, 5100039613, 5100037397, 5100052337, 5100052336, 5100052333, 5100052335, 5100052334 |
| RTL82-SC3 ROLLER,SMOOTH DRUM | RTL82-SC3 | 5200019234, 5200019238, 5200019233, 5200019232, 5200019237, 5200019235, 5200022541, 5200019236, 5200019239 |
| RTLx-SC3 TRENCH ROLLER,GRN | RTLx-SC3 | 5200019251, 5200019250, 5200019254, 5200019252, 5100018515, 5100018516, 5200019253, 5100038346, 5100045091, 5100052332, 5100052269 |
| Soil and Asphalt Compaction | CB14B-1000 | 5200004688, 5200019031 |
| Soil and Asphalt Compaction | CB14B-900 | 5200005252, 5200004071, 5200004074, 5200004073, 5200019030 |
| Trench Roller | RT82-SC | 5000620365, 5000009025, 5000620324, 5000620353, 5000620482, 5000620480, 5000620481 |
| Trench Roller | RTx-SC2 EU | 5100028378, 5200008540, 5100052330 |
| Trench Roller | HTC15 | 5100065571 |
| Trench Roller | RTx-SC2 | 5200008539, 5200008538, 5200018329, 5200018044 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT820HT | 5000007645, 5000008047 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT560 | 5000009001, 5000009000, 5000007643, 5000007642 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT820 | 5000009003, 5000009002, 5000007644, 5000007652 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT56-SC | 5000009026, 5000620366 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT56-SC2 | 5000620294, 5000620368 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT82-SC2 | 5000620530, 5000620525, 5000620293, 5000620529, 5000620528, 5000620367, 5000620526, 5000620527 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT56-SC2 EU | 5000620844 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT82-SC2 EU | 5000620845, 5200003107 |
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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