The Wacker Neuson Starter Motor is a genuine OEM component designed for Wacker Neuson electric-start portable generators and the RD880V tandem roller. As a direct OEM replacement, this starter motor is manufactured to the same specifications as the original unit, ensuring consistent cranking performance and reliable engine turnover across every application it covers. Confirmed fitment includes the GS8.5V, GS9.7V, GPS8500, and GPS9700 portable generator models, as well as the RD880V double drum vibratory roller.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Electrical Integrity — Built to the correct torque output, brush grade, and armature winding spec for Wacker Neuson electric-start systems, ensuring consistent engagement with the engine's ring gear.
- Drop-In Replacement — Matches the original mounting bolt pattern, terminal configuration, and drive pinion geometry so installation follows the same procedure as the factory unit.
- Broad Fitment Across Two Machine Families — Covers the GS8.5V, GS9.7V, GPS8500, and GPS9700 electric-start generators and the RD880V double drum vibratory roller under a single part number.
- Dependable Cold-Start Cranking — A correctly functioning starter motor delivers the full rotational force needed to turn the engine over at low temperatures; a worn or failing unit causes slow cranking, failed starts, and unplanned downtime on the generator or roller.
- Electrical Safety Compliance — As an OEM-matched electrical component, this starter motor carries the correct current draw characteristics, reducing the risk of wiring overload or damage to the ignition circuit.
The starter motor is the electric motor responsible for spinning an engine fast enough to begin combustion during startup. When the ignition key is turned or the start button is pressed, the starter motor engages a drive pinion against the engine's ring gear, cranking the engine until it fires and runs under its own power. On portable generators like the GPS8500 and GPS9700, a properly functioning starter motor is critical for fast, repeatable starts on the job — a degraded or failed unit can leave the machine unable to start at all, or cause excessive draw on the battery, shortening its service life. The same applies to the RD880V roller, where reliable engine startup directly affects compaction crew productivity.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000111745 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0111745 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Starter Motor |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Portable Generator with Electr ic Start | GS8.5V | 5000007661 |
| Portable Generator with Electr ic Start | GS9.7V | 5000007662 |
| Portable Generator with Electr ic Start | GPS8500 | 5000008286 |
| Portable Generator with Electr ic Start | GPS9700 | 5000008287 |
| Double Drum Vibratory Roller | RD880V | 5000006736 |
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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