The Wacker Neuson Upper Beltguard Kit is a genuine OEM component designed for the WP1540 and WP1550 series single-direction vibratory plate compactors. As a direct factory replacement, this kit restores the protective beltguard assembly to original specification across a wide range of WP1540 and WP1550 variants, including wheel-kit and AW-series configurations. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, part number carries the same engineering tolerances as the guard fitted at the factory. Confirm your model number against the fitment list before ordering to ensure correct application.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original tooling and material specs, ensuring the guard shell and mounting hardware align correctly with the belt drive housing on WP-series plates.
- Kit Format for Complete Replacement — Supplied as a full upper beltguard kit, so all necessary components for the repair are included in a single part number — no sourcing individual pieces separately.
- Broad WP1540 and WP1550 Coverage — Fits standard, AW, V, R, and W variants of the WP1540 and WP1550 families, including models equipped with optional wheel kits, across multiple build series.
- Protects Belt Drive Integrity — A correctly fitted upper beltguard shields the drive belt from debris, aggregate, and asphalt splatter that would otherwise accelerate belt wear and lead to premature failure on the compaction plate.
- Operator Safety Compliance — The beltguard is a required safety shield over a rotating drive belt; replacing a damaged or missing guard restores the machine to a safe operating condition and supports compliance with equipment safety requirements on regulated job sites.
The upper beltguard on a vibratory plate compactor serves as the protective enclosure over the engine-to-exciter drive belt. It prevents loose material — soil, gravel, and paving debris — from contacting the spinning belt and pulleys during operation. A cracked, broken, or missing beltguard exposes the drive belt to accelerated wear and creates a rotating-parts hazard for the operator; replacing it promptly with the correct OEM kit keeps the drive system protected and the machine compliant with safe-operation requirements.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000119164 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0119164 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Upper Beltguard Kit |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Vibratory Plate, 15kN, 400mm/1 5.5in | WP1540AW | 5000008060, 5000009545, 5000009472 |
| Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/ 19.5in | WP1550AW | 5000007576, 5000009546, 5000009486 |
| WP1540A VIBROPLATE | WP1540A | 5000008061 |
| WP1550A Single Direction Vibratory Plate | WP1550A | 5000007579 |
| Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/ 19.5in | WP1550VW | 5000007577 |
| Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/ 19.5in | WP1550V | 5000007580 |
| Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/ 19.5in | WP1550RW | 5000007578 |
| Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/ 19.5in | WP1550R | 5000007581 |
| WP1540W VIBROPLATE | WP1540W | 5000009326, 5000009547 |
| WP1550W VIBROPLATE | WP1550W | 5000009324, 5000009548 |
| WP1550 VIBROPLATE | WP1550 | 5000009325 |
| WP1540 VIBROPLATE | WP1540 | 5000009327 |
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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