The Wacker Neuson Clutch Shoe is a genuine OEM component designed for VP and AP series single-direction vibratory plate compactors. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this part meets the exact specifications of the original component installed at the factory. Compatible models include the VP1135, VP1550, VP2050, VP50, VP60, and AP1135 series vibratory plates, covering a wide range of walk-behind compaction equipment in the Wacker Neuson lineup. Keeping this wear item in good condition is essential to maintaining smooth, consistent power transfer to the exciter unit.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Friction Material: — Manufactured to the original compound and hardness specification, ensuring the clutch engages at the correct RPM threshold without slipping or glazing prematurely.
- Drop-In Replacement: — Matches the original shoe profile and mounting geometry for straightforward installation within the centrifugal clutch assembly.
- Broad VP and AP Series Fitment: — Confirmed for VP1135, VP1550, VP2050, VP50, VP60, and AP1135 vibratory plate models, spanning multiple machine generations.
- Sustained Compaction Output: — A worn or glazed clutch shoe causes the exciter to slip under load, reducing compaction force and leaving uneven results. A fresh OEM shoe restores full power delivery to the plate.
- Centrifugal Clutch Protection: — Correct shoe material prevents excessive heat buildup in the clutch drum, extending the service life of surrounding clutch components.
The clutch shoe is a friction wear component inside the centrifugal clutch assembly that connects the engine to the exciter mechanism of the vibratory plate. As engine speed rises, centrifugal force pushes the shoes outward against the clutch drum, engaging drive to the eccentric shaft that generates the plate's compaction vibration. When the shoes wear thin or become glazed, the clutch slips under load — the engine revs but full vibration force is never transmitted to the baseplate, resulting in reduced compaction depth and increased fuel consumption. Replacing the clutch shoe at the first sign of slipping or burning smell restores proper engagement and protects the drum from scoring.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000130052 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0130052 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Clutch Shoe |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Value Vibratory Plate, 11kN, 3 50mm/13.8in | VP1135R | 5000008709, 5000009071, 5000630061 |
| VP1135AW VIBROPLATE | VP1135AW | 5000009058, 5000630060 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 11 kN, 356mm/14in | VP1135RW | 5000009251, 5000009512 |
| VP1135A VIBROPLATE | VP1135A | 5000009057, 5000630059 |
| 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 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 11kN, 3 50mm/13.8in | VP1135(RAW) | 5000008710 |
| VP50Hw-VIBROPLATE | VP50Hw | 5000630096 |
| VP60Hw-VIBROPLATE | VP60Hw | 5000630097 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 15kN, 5 00mm/19.5in | VP1550(RAW) | 5000008703, 5000630048 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 15kN, 5 00mm/19.5in | VP2050(RAW) | 5000008704, 5000630049 |
| Value Vibratory Plate | VP2050I | 5000009541 |
| VP50Xw-VIBROPLATE | VP50Xw | 5000630094 |
| VP60Xw-VIBROPLATE | VP60Xw | 5000630095 |
| Single Direction Plates | AP1135A | 5000009519 |
| Single Direction Plate | AP1135R | 5000009518 |
| Single Direction Plate | MP15(RAW) | 5000630245 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 11kN 356mm/14in | VP1135R-AU | 5000630102 |
| VP1550AW/WH | VP1550AW/WH | 5000630373 |
| VP1340AW/WH | VP1340AW/WH | 5000630374 |
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Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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