The Wacker Neuson Piston Rings Set is a genuine OEM component designed for the VP, WP, WPP, WPU, and AP series single-direction vibratory plate compactors. This set covers a wide range of models including the VP1340A, VP1550A, VP2050A, WP1540A, WP1550A, WP2050A, WPP1540A, WPP1550A, WPU1550A, AP1550A, and AP1550AW, among others. As a factory-sourced part, the delivers the dimensional accuracy and ring geometry the engine was engineered around. Stocking this part ensures your vibratory plate compactor is restored to correct operating condition with no guesswork on fitment.
Key Features
- OEM Ring Geometry and Material Grade — Manufactured to the exact radial thickness, end-gap tolerance, and ring tension spec the engine requires for proper cylinder sealing and compression retention.
- Drop-In Engine Compatibility — Engineered to seat directly into the original cylinder bore on VP, WP, WPP, WPU, and AP series compactor engines without modification to the piston or bore.
- Broad Model Coverage — A single part number covers the VP1340A, VP1550A, VP2050A, WP1540A, WP1550A, WP2050A, WPP1540Aw, WPU1550A, AP1550A, AP1550AW, and additional variants in the same engine family.
- Compression and Oil Control Restored — Fresh piston rings re-establish the combustion seal and oil-scraping function needed for the engine to develop full power and drive the vibration mechanism at rated centrifugal force.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson OEM Part — Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, so the part number, ring count, and dimensions match the original service documentation exactly.
Piston rings form the dynamic seal between the piston and the cylinder wall inside the engine. They perform two critical jobs simultaneously: trapping combustion pressure above the piston so it is converted into usable power, and scraping excess oil back down the cylinder wall to prevent it from burning in the combustion chamber. On a vibratory plate compactor, the engine must sustain consistent output to keep the eccentric mechanism spinning at the correct frequency and amplitude — worn rings that allow compression blow-by or excessive oil consumption will cause the machine to lose compaction performance, run roughly, or consume abnormal amounts of oil. Replacing the piston rings as a complete set restores the cylinder's ability to build and hold compression, bringing engine output and fuel efficiency back to specification.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000151046 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0151046 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Piston Rings Set |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| VP1550AW VIBROPLATE | VP1550AW | 5000009028, 5000630055 |
| VP1340AW VIBROPLATE | VP1340AW | 5000009032, 5000630058 |
| VP1550A Single Direction Vibratory Plate | VP1550A | 5000009027, 5000630054 |
| VP2050A VIBROPLATE | VP2050A | 5000009087, 5000630062 |
| WPU1550A | WPU1550A | 5000630033 |
| WPU1550Aw | WPU1550Aw | 5000630034 |
| WPP 1550Aw | WPP1550Aw | 5000630030 |
| Single Direction Plates | AP1550AW | 5000009540 |
| WPP 1540A | WPP1540A | 5000630025 |
| WPP 1550A | WPP1550A | 5000630029 |
| WP 1540A | WP1540A | 5000630017 |
| WP 1550A | WP1550A | 5000630019 |
| WP 2050A | WP2050A | 5000630022 |
| WPP 1540Aw | WPP1540Aw | 5000630026 |
| Single Direction Plates | AP1550A | 5000009539 |
| VP2050AW VIBROPLATE | VP2050AW | 5000009510 |
| Single Direction Plates | WP1550Aw | 5000630112 |
| Single Direction Plate | WP2050Aw | 5000630115 |
| Single Direction Plates | WP1540Aw-L | 5000630123 |
| Reversible Plates | WPU 1550A-L | 5000630124 |
| Single Direction Plates | WP1550Aw-L | 5000630126 |
| Single Direction Plates | WP1540Aw | 5000630106 |
| 50Hz Portable Value Generator | GV2500A | 5000009355, 5000009360 |
| Single Drum Vibratory Roller | RS600A | 5000630010 |
| Single direction vibratory plate VP1340A | VP1340A | 5000630057 |
| Single Direction Plates | WP2050Aw-L | 5000630125 |
| Single direction vibratory plate WP1235A | WP1235A | 5000630016 |
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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