The Wacker Neuson Throttle Rod is a genuine OEM component designed for the WP and WPP series single-direction vibratory plate compactors, including the WP1235A, WP1540A, WP1550A, WP2050A, and WPU1550A families. As a direct OEM replacement, the is produced to the same specifications as the original part, ensuring proper linkage engagement and throttle response right out of the box. This rod fits an extensive range of WP, WPP, and WPU plate compactor configurations — including wheeled, standard, and low-emission variants across multiple production series. If your compactor is running rough, surging, or failing to hold a steady engine speed, a worn or bent throttle rod is a common culprit worth inspecting.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Specification: — Manufactured to exact dimensional tolerances, ensuring the rod length and end fittings align correctly with the throttle lever and carburetor linkage on WP-series plates.
- Broad WP/WPP/WPU Series Compatibility: — Covers WP1235A, WP1540A, WP1550A, WP2050A, WPP1540A, WPP1550A, WPU1550A, and associated wheeled and low-emission variants in a single part number.
- Drop-In Linkage Replacement: — Connects directly to the existing throttle lever and carburetor linkage points without modification to brackets or mounting hardware.
- Steady Engine Speed Under Load: — A correctly functioning throttle rod holds the set engine speed through the compaction cycle, maintaining consistent centrifugal force output from the exciter unit.
- Fuel System Safety: — A bent or disconnected throttle rod can cause uncontrolled engine speed changes; replacing a damaged rod restores proper throttle control and prevents over-revving.
The throttle rod is the mechanical link between the operator throttle lever on the handle and the carburetor's throttle plate on the engine. When the operator adjusts engine speed, the rod transmits that movement directly to open or close the carburetor, controlling the air-fuel mixture and rpm. If the rod is bent, corroded, or has worn end connections, the throttle response becomes imprecise — the engine may surge, hunt for speed, or fail to respond to operator input — reducing compaction effectiveness and placing additional stress on the engine.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000130901 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0130901 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Throttle Rod |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Vibratory Plate, 15kN, 400mm/1 5.5in | WP1540AW | 5000008060, 5000009545, 5000009472, 5000630045 |
| Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/ 19.5in | WP1550AW | 5000007576, 5000009546, 5000630043, 5000009486 |
| WP1540A VIBROPLATE | WP1540A | 5000008061, 5000630017, 5000630046 |
| WP1550A Single Direction Vibratory Plate | WP1550A | 5000007579, 5000630044 |
| WPU1550A | WPU1550A | 5000630033 |
| WPU1550Aw | WPU1550Aw | 5000630034 |
| Single direction vibratory plate WP1235A | WP1235A | 5000630016 |
| WPP 1550Aw | WPP1550Aw | 5000630030 |
| WPP 1540A | WPP1540A | 5000630025 |
| WPP 1550A | WPP1550A | 5000630029 |
| WP 2050A | WP2050A | 5000630022 |
| WPP 1540Aw | WPP1540Aw | 5000630026 |
| Single Direction Plates | WP1235Aw | 5000630103 |
| Single Direction Plates | WP1235Aw-L | 5000630104, 5000630105 |
| Single Direction Plates | WP1235Aw-LL | 5000630122 |
| Single Direction Plates | WP1540Aw-L | 5000630123 |
| Reversible Plates | WPU 1550A-L | 5000630124 |
| Single Direction Plates | WP2050Aw-L | 5000630125 |
| Single Direction Plate | WP2050Aw | 5000630115 |
| Single Direction Plates | WP1540Aw | 5000630106 |
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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