The Wacker Neuson Clutch Shoe is a genuine OEM component designed for the VP1030A, VP1030R, VP1030AW, and VP40H series single-direction vibratory plate compactors. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this part is manufactured to the same standards as the original, ensuring a correct, trouble-free installation. The is confirmed to fit across multiple VP-series production variants, making it a dependable choice when servicing these machines. Keep a spare on hand to minimize unplanned delays on soil, aggregate, and paving stone compaction jobs.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Friction Material — Manufactured with the same friction compound and geometry as the original, ensuring consistent clutch engagement behavior and wear characteristics specific to VP-series plate compactors.
- Direct Drop-In Installation — Engineered to match the original clutch drum interface on the VP1030A, VP1030R, VP1030AW, and VP40H, so the shoe seats and indexes correctly without rework.
- Broad VP-Series Coverage — A single part number covers multiple VP1030 production variants as well as the heavier VP40H, consolidating your service parts inventory across the compactor fleet.
- Restores Full Centrifugal Clutch Performance — A worn clutch shoe causes slipping, uneven engagement, and loss of plate drive. Replacing with 5000130050 restores clean, progressive engagement at the correct engine RPM threshold.
- Clutch Safety and Control Compliance — Correct clutch shoe geometry ensures the plate stops when the engine returns to idle, maintaining the operator control behavior the machine was designed to deliver.
The clutch shoe is the friction element inside the centrifugal clutch assembly that transfers engine power to the eccentric drive of the vibratory plate. As engine speed rises above idle, centrifugal force pushes the shoes outward against the clutch drum, gradually engaging drive to the compaction mechanism. When the shoes wear thin or crack, engagement becomes erratic — the plate may slip under load, engage too early at idle, or fail to disengage when the throttle is released. Replacing the clutch shoe with a correctly specified part restores smooth, predictable power transfer and keeps the operator in full control of the machine.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000130050 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0130050 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Clutch Shoe |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| VP1030R-VIBROPLATE | VP1030R | 5000008702, 5000009504 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 10 kN, 300mm/12in | VP1030A | 5000008701, 5000630047 |
| VP1030Aw | VP1030AW | 5000009514, 5000630423 |
| Vibratory Soil Plate, 40 kN | VP40H | 5000009535 |
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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