The Wacker Neuson Recoil Starter is a genuine OEM component designed for a wide range of Wacker Neuson equipment, including VP series single-direction vibratory plate compactors, PDT and PDI diaphragm trash pumps, PG2 dewatering pumps, BFS floor saws, and the RS600 walk-behind roller. As a direct OEM replacement, this starter is built to the same specification as the original unit, ensuring a proper fit and dependable pull-start engagement across every compatible model. The covers an extensive fitment range spanning vibratory plates from the VP1135R through the VP2050R, as well as the VPR70, VPR1330, VP50H, VP60H, VP50X, VP60X, and their respective "w" variants. Whether you're servicing compaction equipment, pumping equipment, or floor saws, this single part number covers the application.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Pull Cord Assembly: — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original engagement geometry and rope-tension spec, so the starter pawl engages the engine flywheel cleanly on every pull.
- Drop-In Compatibility: — Mounts directly to the engine recoil housing using the original bolt pattern; no drilling, grinding, or adapter hardware needed.
- Broad Fitment Across Multiple Equipment Families: — A single part number covers VP vibratory plates, PDT/PDI diaphragm trash pumps, PG2 dewatering pumps, BFS floor saws, the RS600 walk-behind roller, and AP battery-assist plate variants — simplifying parts inventory across your fleet.
- Consistent Cold and Hot Starting: — A correctly tensioned recoil mechanism delivers repeatable rope retraction and pawl return, meaning the engine starts on the first or second pull in cold or hot conditions.
- Durable Rope and Housing Construction: — The OEM assembly uses impact-resistant housing and rated starter rope to withstand the repetitive pull loads and outdoor exposure typical of construction site use.
The recoil starter is the manual pull-start mechanism that initiates engine rotation on gasoline-powered equipment. When the operator pulls the handle, the rope unwinds and spins the engine flywheel via a set of engagement pawls; once the engine fires, the pawls release and the rope retracts under spring tension, resetting the system for the next start. A worn or failed recoil starter typically presents as a rope that won't retract, a handle that pulls freely with no resistance, or pawls that slip without engaging the flywheel — all of which leave the machine unable to start. Replacing the assembly with a correct OEM unit restores reliable starting and prevents secondary engine damage caused by repeated over-pulling of a failing mechanism.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000117256 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0117256 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Recoil Starter |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| 50mm/2in Diaphragm Trash Pump | PDT2 | 5000009494, 5000620770 |
| 75mm/3in Diaphragm Trash Pumps | PDT3 | 5000009495, 5000620774 |
| PG2 Dewatering Pump | PG2 | 5000009496, 5000009497 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 11kN, 3 50mm/13.8in | VP1135R | 5000008709, 5000009071, 5000630061 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 11 kN, 356mm/14in | VP1135RW | 5000009251, 5000009512 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 13 kN, 400mm/15.5in | VP1340RW | 5000009034 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP1550RW | 5000009030 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 13 kN, 400mm/15.5in | VP1340R | 5000009033 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP1550R | 5000009029, 5000630056 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 20 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP2050R | 5000009088, 5000630063 |
| Vibratory Soil Plate, 60 kN | VP60X | 5000009533 |
| Vibratory Soil Plate, 50 kN | VP50H | 5000009542 |
| Vibratory Soil Plate, 60 kN | VP60H | 5000009543 |
| Vibratory Soil Plate, 50 kN | VP50X | 5000009531 |
| Single Direction Plate | VPR70 | 5000006909 |
| VP50Hw-VIBROPLATE | VP50Hw | 5000630096 |
| VP60Hw-VIBROPLATE | VP60Hw | 5000630097 |
| VP50Xw-VIBROPLATE | VP50Xw | 5000630094 |
| VP60Xw-VIBROPLATE | VP60Xw | 5000630095 |
| Vibratory Plate 300mm/12in | VPR1330 | 5000006512 |
| BFS12 FLOOR SAW | BFS12 | 5000630000 |
| Single Direction Plate | AP1135R | 5000009518 |
| Single Direction Asphalt Plate | VP2050RW | 5000009511 |
| Walk-behind Rollers | RS600 | 5000630194, 5000630136 |
| Modular Internal Vibrators | RD 3.7 | 5000006908 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 11kN 356mm/14in | VP1135R-AU | 5000630102 |
| Floor Saws | BFS1214 | 5000630004, 5000630093 |
| Floor Saw | BFS 12 | 5000630092 |
| Floor Saw | BFSX1214 | 5000630101 |
| 50mm/2in Diaphragm Trash Pump | PDI2 | 5000009489 |
| 75mm/3in Diaphragm Trash Pump | PDI3 | 5000009491, 5000009492 |
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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