The Wacker Neuson is a genuine OEM Spherical Ball Plain Bearing designed for the RD12 and RD16 series tandem rollers, RT56, RT82, RT820, and RTL/RTK/RTx SC-series remote-controlled trench rollers, and CB14B series compactors. As a direct factory replacement, this bearing is built to the same material and dimensional specifications as the original, ensuring it seats and loads correctly within the machine's drivetrain or articulation assembly. Wacker Neuson genuine OEM parts carry the confidence of factory-matched engineering, making the straightforward choice when servicing any of the covered roller and compactor models. Always cross-reference your machine's model number and serial number before ordering to confirm applicability.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Material Grade — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's specified load rating and surface finish tolerances for spherical plain bearings, supporting correct load distribution under compaction stress cycles.
- Drop-In Dimensional Match — Matches the original bore, outer diameter, and spherical contact geometry, allowing installation into the existing housing without machining or shimming.
- Broad Roller and Compactor Fitment — Covers RD12 and RD16 walk-behind tandem rollers, RT56, RT82, RT820, and full RTL/RTK/RTx SC2 and SC3 trench roller families, plus CB14B series compactors.
- Sustained Articulation and Alignment Performance — A correctly fitted spherical plain bearing allows controlled angular misalignment between rotating or pivoting components; a worn bearing introduces play that degrades steering response and accelerates surrounding component wear.
- Verified OEM Part Number — Part number 5000079161 maps directly to Wacker Neuson's own parts catalog, eliminating guesswork when sourcing during scheduled maintenance or unplanned repairs.
A spherical ball plain bearing is a self-aligning bearing that supports radial and angular loads between two components that may not sit in perfect linear alignment — common in articulated frames, drum pivot points, and drive assemblies on vibratory rollers. Unlike a standard ball bearing with rolling elements, a spherical plain bearing uses a ball-and-socket sliding contact surface that accommodates slight angular movement while still transferring load. When this bearing wears, operators typically notice increased looseness or knocking at the joint it supports, uneven drum contact, or accelerated wear on adjacent pins and housings — all of which compromise compaction consistency and can lead to more extensive repairs if left unaddressed.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000079161 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0079161 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Spherical Ball Plain Bearing |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| RD16-90 Vibratory Roller | RD16-90 | 5000620060, 5000620127, 5000620799 |
| RD 16-100 | RD16-100 | 5000620402, 5000620798 |
| RD12A-90 ROLLER,DBL DRUM,GRN | RD12A-90 | 5000620369, 5000620058, 5000620320 |
| RD12-90 ROLLER, DOUBLE DRUM, SOLID ROPS | RD12-90 | 5000620059, 5000620321 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT82-SC2 | 5000620530, 5000620293, 5000620367, 5000620525, 5000620528, 5000620529, 5000620526, 5000620527 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT82-SC2 EU | 5000620845, 5200003107 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT56-SC2 | 5000620294, 5000620368 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT56-SC2 EU | 5000620844 |
| Hydrostatic Double Drum Vibrat ory Roller | RD11AEC | 5000007695 |
| Hydrostatic Double Drum Vibrat ory Roller | RD11V | 5000007694 |
| Hydrostatic Double Drum Vibrat ory Roller | RD11A | 5000007693 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT82-SC | 5000009025, 5000620365, 5000620324, 5000620353, 5000620480, 5000620481, 5000620482 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT56-SC | 5000009026, 5000620366 |
| RTLx-SC3 TRENCH ROLLER,GRN | RTLx-SC3 | 5200019251, 5200019250, 5200019254, 5200019252, 5100018515, 5100018516, 5200019253, 5100038346, 5100045091, 5100052332, 5100052269 |
| RTL82-SC3 ROLLER,SMOOTH DRUM | RTL82-SC3 | 5200019234, 5200019238, 5200019232, 5200019233, 5200019235, 5200019236, 5200019237, 5200019239, 5200022541 |
| RTKx-SC3 Trench Roller | RTK82-SC3 | 5200019257, 5200019256, 5200019255 |
| RTKx-SC3 TRENCH ROLLER,GRN | RTKx-SC3 | 5200019258, 5200019259, 5100018517, 5100018518, 5100034371, 5100037397, 5100039613, 5100052333, 5100052334, 5100052335, 5100052336, 5100052337 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT560 | 5000009001, 5000009000, 5000007643, 5000007642 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT820 | 5000009003, 5000009002, 5000007644, 5000007652 |
| Trench Roller | RTx-SC2 EU | 5100028378, 5200008540, 5100052330 |
| RTx-SC2 TRENCH ROLLER | RTx-SC2 | 5200008538, 5200008539, 5200018044, 5200018329 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT820HT | 5000007645, 5000008047 |
| Double Drum Vibratory Roller | RD880V | 5000006736 |
| Soil and Asphalt Compaction | CB14B-900 | 5200004071, 5200004073, 5200004074, 5200005252, 5200019030 |
| Soil and Asphalt Compaction | CB14B-1000 | 5200004688, 5200019031 |
| Trench Roller | HTC15 | 5100065571 |
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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