The Wacker Neuson Back Painted Beltguard is a genuine OEM component designed for VP1340, VP1550, VP2050, and AP1550 series single-direction vibratory plate compactors. As a direct factory replacement, this beltguard installs in the original mounting position without modification to the housing or fastener pattern. It is manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original specifications, ensuring the correct fit and coverage for the drive belt assembly on these plate compactor families. Confirm your machine's model number against the fitment list before ordering to ensure this is the correct guard for your unit.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction: — Manufactured by Wacker Neuson to original material and finish specifications, including the factory-applied painted coating that resists corrosion and wear in outdoor compaction environments.
- Direct-Fit Replacement: — Matches original mounting hole pattern and profile geometry for the VP and AP series belt drive housings, allowing straightforward swap-out with standard hand tools.
- Broad Model Coverage: — Confirmed fitment across VP1340, VP1550, VP2050, and AP1550 series vibratory plate compactors, including AW, RW, and W variants.
- Drive Belt Protection: — Shields the drive belt from debris, aggregate, and material ingestion during soil, asphalt, and paving stone compaction passes, helping maintain consistent belt life and power transfer.
- Operator Safety: — Enclosing the belt drive system is a critical safety requirement on powered compaction equipment; replacing a cracked, missing, or damaged guard restores compliance with safe operating conditions.
The beltguard on a vibratory plate compactor covers and protects the drive belt that transfers engine power to the exciter mechanism responsible for generating compaction force. Without this guard in place, the belt is exposed to dirt, stone, and debris thrown up during operation, accelerating belt wear and increasing the risk of unexpected drive failure mid-job. A missing or damaged beltguard also creates a rotating-component hazard for the operator, making prompt replacement essential for both machine performance and safe use.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000117798 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0117798 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Back Painted Beltguard |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Value Vibratory Plate, 13 kN, 400mm/15.5in | VP1340RW | 5000009034 |
| VP1550AW VIBROPLATE | VP1550AW | 5000009028 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP1550RW | 5000009030 |
| VP1340AW VIBROPLATE | VP1340AW | 5000009032 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 13 kN, 400mm/15.5in | VP1340R | 5000009033 |
| VP1340W VIBROPLATE | VP1340W | 5000008706 |
| VP1550A Single Direction Vibratory Plate | VP1550A | 5000009027 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP1550R | 5000009029 |
| VP1340A VIBROPLATE | VP1340A | 5000009031 |
| VP2050A VIBROPLATE | VP2050A | 5000009087 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 20 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP2050R | 5000009088 |
| MP15 | MP15 | 5000630131 |
| VP1550W VIBROPLATE | VP1550W | 5000008708, 5000630013 |
| VP1340 Single Direction Vibratory Plate | VP1340 | 5000008705 |
| VP1550 VIBROPLATE | VP1550 | 5000008707 |
| Single Direction Plates | AP1550R | 5000009538 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 15kN, 5 00mm/19.5in | VP2050(RAW) | 5000008704 |
| Value Vibratory Plate | VP2050I | 5000009541 |
| Single Direction Plates | AP1550AW | 5000009540 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 20 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP2050Y | 5000009089, 5000009515, 5000009090 |
| Single Direction Asphalt Plate | VP2050RW | 5000009511 |
| VP2050W VIBROPLATE | VP2050W | 5000009537 |
| Single Direction Plates | AP1550A | 5000009539 |
| VP2050AW VIBROPLATE | VP2050AW | 5000009510 |
| 500mm/50in, 20kN Value Vibrato ry Plate | VP2050 | 5000009530 |
| Single Direction Plates | VP1340W-L | 5000630001 |
| Single Direction Plates | VP1340W-LL | 5000630002 |
| Single Direction Plates | VP1340W-LF | 5000630003 |
| VP1340W VIBROPLATE, W/WHEEL KIT | VP1340W w/WH | 5000630121 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
Why Buy From DHS Equipment
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