The Wacker Neuson Exciter Base Cover is a genuine OEM component designed for the RT560, RT820, and RT820HT vibratory trench rollers. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this cover carries the same part number and meets the same production standards as the original fitted at the factory. It is a direct-fit replacement for multiple machine configurations across the RT560 and RT820 series, including RT820HT high-tip variants. Keeping the exciter base properly sealed protects the critical vibration-generating components inside, maintaining compaction performance and preventing premature wear caused by contamination or debris ingress.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Integrity — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson production tolerances, ensuring the cover seats and seals correctly against the exciter housing without gaps or distortion.
- Direct-Fit Replacement — Matches the original mounting points and profile on the RT560 and RT820 series, dropping into place without rework or modification to the surrounding structure.
- Broad RT-Series Compatibility — Confirmed fitment across RT560, RT820, and RT820HT remote-controlled vibratory trench roller configurations, covering multiple machine serial number ranges.
- Exciter Protection — Shields the exciter base from trench debris, moisture, and soil intrusion — conditions that can accelerate bearing wear and compromise vibration output if left unaddressed.
- Operational Safety Relevance — A damaged or missing exciter base cover can expose rotating eccentric components, creating a hazard during operation. Replacing a cracked or broken cover restores proper guarding.
The exciter base cover encloses the lower section of the exciter assembly — the mechanism responsible for generating the high-frequency vibration that drives compaction force through the roller drums. By containing the eccentric weights and their housing, the cover protects internal bearings and seals from trench soil, water, and compacted material that would otherwise accelerate wear and lead to vibration loss. When this cover cracks, breaks, or goes missing, the exciter internals become exposed to contamination, which can result in bearing failure, reduced compaction output, and unplanned downtime in critical trench backfill operations.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000115462 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0115462 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Exciter Base Cover |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT560 | 5000009001, 5000009000, 5000007643, 5000007642 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT820 | 5000009003, 5000009002, 5000007644, 5000007652 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT820HT | 5000007645, 5000008047 |
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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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