The Wacker Neuson Main Jet is a genuine OEM carburetor main jet designed for the VP1550R, VP1550RW, VP2050R, VP1340R, and VP1340RW single-direction vibratory plate compactors. As a direct OEM part sourced through the Wacker Neuson parts network, the meets the exact fuel metering specifications the engine was engineered around — no guesswork on sizing or flow rate. It drops directly into the carburetor in place of the original, with no adaptation needed. Confirm your machine's model and serial number against the fitment list before ordering to ensure an accurate match.
Key Features
- Calibrated Fuel Metering: — Machined to the precise orifice diameter specified for these VP-series engines, ensuring the correct air-fuel ratio at wide-open throttle.
- Genuine OEM Part: — Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this is the same main jet installed during original manufacture — not a substitute or approximation.
- Direct Carburetor Fitment: — Threads directly into the carburetor body of the VP1550R, VP1550RW, VP2050R, VP1340R, and VP1340RW without reworking or enlarging the jet seat.
- Restored Engine Performance: — A worn or partially blocked main jet causes rich or lean running, loss of power, and hard starting; replacing it with a correctly sized OEM jet restores full compaction output.
- Fuel System Safety: — A properly seated, correctly torqued main jet prevents fuel weeping inside the carburetor bowl — an important consideration on gasoline-powered equipment running in warm or confined conditions.
The main jet is the precision-drilled metering component inside the carburetor that controls how much fuel the engine draws at higher throttle openings. Its orifice diameter is calibrated specifically for the engine displacement and intended operating RPM of the machine, so even a small deviation in size shifts the air-fuel mixture away from the design point. Over time, deposits can partially restrict the jet or corrosive fuel residue can erode the orifice, causing the engine to run lean, overheat, or lose the sustained power needed to drive the exciter and deliver effective compaction force through the plate.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000151197 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0151197 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Main Jet |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Value Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP1550R | 5000009029 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 20 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP2050R | 5000009088 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP1550RW | 5000009030 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 13 kN, 400mm/15.5in | VP1340R | 5000009033 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 13 kN, 400mm/15.5in | VP1340RW | 5000009034 |
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
Every part is verified against the manufacturer's part number before it ships, so what you order is what arrives. We carry parts from leading OEM brands and our own DHS Quality Parts line of professional aftermarket components. Need help finding the right part? Our team is available to confirm compatibility whenever you need it. Orders are processed fast to keep your jobs on track. We don't just sell parts. We keep you jobsite ready.
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