The Wacker Neuson 5000081744 is a genuine OEM Retaining Ring designed for AP, BPS, and VP series vibratory plate compactors. This small but critical fastening component is sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, ensuring it meets the exact dimensional and material specifications of the original part. Confirmed fitment spans a wide range of battery-powered AP plates, single-direction BPS plates, and VP plate compactors across US and EU configurations. If you are servicing an AP 1135A, AP 1550A, BPS1030A, BPS1135A, BPS1340A, BPS1550A, BPS2050A, VP1030A, VP1135A, or any of their "w" and "ws" variants, part number 5000081744 is the correct OEM replacement.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Dimensional Accuracy — Manufactured to the exact inner diameter, outer diameter, and groove-seating tolerances specified by Wacker Neuson, so the ring seats securely without play or slippage.
- Drop-In Replacement — Installs directly into the original retaining groove with no machining or fitting adjustments required; the ring snaps into place just like the part it replaces.
- Broad Plate Compactor Compatibility — Covers AP battery-powered plates, BPS single-direction plates (including US and EU variants), and VP single-direction plates, making it a practical stocking item for fleets running multiple Wacker Neuson plate models.
- Prevents Component Migration — Keeps shafts, bearings, and rotating assemblies properly located on the eccentric shaft; a failed or missing retaining ring allows components to walk axially, accelerating wear on adjacent parts.
- OEM Part Number Traceability — Supplied as part number 5000081744, so you can cross-reference against your machine's parts manual with confidence before installation.
A retaining ring is a small stamped or formed fastener that locks into a machined groove on a shaft or inside a bore to prevent axial movement of mounted components such as bearings, gears, or eccentric weights. In a vibratory plate compactor, the eccentric shaft assembly generates the compaction force, and the retaining ring holds that assembly in precise alignment. If the ring wears, cracks, or is missing entirely, rotating components can shift out of position, causing accelerated bearing wear, vibration imbalance, and potential damage to the exciter housing — turning a low-cost service item into a much larger repair.
Part Details
| Part Number | 0081744 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Retaining Ring |
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 |
| 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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