The Wacker Neuson Fuel Breather Tube is a genuine OEM component designed for the WB16A, WB16AD, WB16AE, and related WB16 series Power Buggies. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this part matches the original specification installed at the factory. It fits across the full WB16 Power Buggy lineup, covering standard, electric-start, front-dump, and self-propelled configurations. When the fuel breather tube shows signs of cracking, blockage, or deterioration, replacing it with the correct OEM part ensures the fuel system continues to vent properly and the machine runs as intended.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Material Grade — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original specification, with the same fuel-resistant tubing compound used in production vehicles to resist softening, cracking, and fuel absorption over time.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement — Matches the original routing path, end fittings, and tube diameter of the WB16 series fuel system, connecting exactly where the factory part did without rework.
- Broad WB16 Series Coverage — Confirmed fitment across WB16A, WB16AD, WB16AE, WB16AF, WB16AS, WB16AEF, WB16AES, WB16AFS, WB16AEFS, WB16ADE, WB16ADF, WB16ADEF, WB16ADES, WB16ADFS, and WB16ADEFS Power Buggy variants.
- Proper Fuel Tank Venting — A functioning breather tube equalizes pressure in the fuel tank as fuel is consumed; a blocked or collapsed tube can cause fuel starvation, engine hesitation, or a hard-starting condition that grounds the buggy mid-pour.
- Fuel System Safety — A cracked or missing breather tube can allow raw fuel vapors to vent in uncontrolled areas near hot engine surfaces; replacing a deteriorated tube with a correct OEM part restores the designed vapor-routing path.
The fuel breather tube allows the fuel tank to equalize air pressure as the engine draws fuel during operation. Without a clear venting path, a vacuum builds inside the tank that restricts fuel flow to the carburetor, causing the engine to run lean, surge, or stall under load. On Wacker Neuson WB16 Power Buggies — which are routinely pushed hard across uneven concrete pours and tight forming areas — consistent fuel delivery is critical to keeping the drive system responsive. A collapsed, kinked, or fuel-soaked breather tube is a common cause of unexplained performance issues and is one of the first components to inspect during a fuel system service.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000116190 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0116190 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Fuel Breather Tube |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Power Buggy | WB16AE | 5000009284, 5000009042, 5000009266 |
| Power Buggy | WB16AEF | 5000009290, 5000009046, 5000009272 |
| Power Buggy | WB16AES | 5000009291, 5000009047, 5000009273 |
| Power Buggy | WB16AEFS | 5000009296, 5000009052, 5000009278 |
| Power Buggy | WB16A | 5000009282, 5000008021, 5000009264 |
| Power Buggy | WB16AF | 5000009285, 5000008288, 5000009267 |
| Power Buggy | WB16AS | 5000009286, 5000009043, 5000009268 |
| Power Buggy | WB16AFS | 5000009292, 5000009048, 5000009274 |
| Power Buggy | WB16AD | 5000009283, 5000008022 |
| Power Buggy | WB16ADE | 5000009287, 5000009044 |
| Power Buggy | WB16ADF | 5000009288, 5000008289 |
| Power Buggy | WB16ADEF | 5000009293, 5000009049 |
| Power Buggy | WB16ADS | 5000009045 |
| Power Buggy | WB16ADES | 5000009050 |
| Power Buggy | WB16ADFS | 5000009051 |
| Power Buggy | WB16ADEFS | 5000009053 |
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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