The Wacker Neuson Worm Drive Shaft is a genuine OEM component designed for CT36 and CT48 series walk-behind concrete power trowels. As a direct factory replacement, it restores proper power transfer to the trowel blade assembly and is confirmed to fit a wide range of CT36 and CT48 configurations, including the CT36-5A, CT36-5A-C, CT36-6, CT36-X, CT36-X-C, CT48-8A, CT48-9, and their EU-spec variants. Sourcing the genuine Wacker Neuson ensures the shaft meets the exact dimensional and material specifications required for correct installation in these machines. Keep this part number on hand for scheduled maintenance or unplanned drivetrain repairs on your CT series trowel.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Shaft Material and Tolerancing — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's exact specifications for worm drive geometry, ensuring proper mesh and load transfer within the gearbox housing.
- Drop-In Drivetrain Replacement — Engineered to seat correctly in the existing gearbox without reworking housing bores or bearing seats on compatible CT series trowels.
- Broad CT36 and CT48 Coverage — Fits multiple CT36 and CT48 configurations including standard, EU-spec, and walk-behind variants, covering both 36-inch and 48-inch blade diameter platforms.
- Restores Full Blade Drive Output — A worn or damaged worm drive shaft causes blade speed loss and uneven finishing; replacing it with part 5000154922 returns the trowel to consistent rotational output.
- Verified Wacker Neuson Part Number — Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson's OEM parts inventory, so the part number on the box matches what left the factory.
The worm drive shaft is a core drivetrain component inside a walk-behind concrete power trowel's gearbox. It converts rotational input from the engine into the reduced-speed, high-torque output needed to spin the trowel blades across a freshly poured concrete surface. When the worm drive shaft wears, develops surface pitting, or fails outright, the blades lose consistent drive — leading to uneven finishing passes, abnormal gearbox noise, or complete loss of blade rotation. Replacing a damaged shaft promptly keeps the trowel producing the flat, smooth surface finish that concrete finishing work demands.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000154922 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0154922 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Worm Drive Shaft |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| CT48-8A Trowel | CT48-8A | 5000009449 |
| CT48-8A | CT48-8A EU | 5000620837 |
| CT36-5A Trowel | CT36-5A | 5000009438, 5200016256 |
| CT36-5A | CT36-5A EU | 5000620829 |
| CT36-5A-C Trowel | CT36-5A-C | 5000620040 |
| CT36-6 Trowel | CT36-6 | 5000009443, 5000620830 |
| CT48-9 Trowel | CT48-9 | 5000009453, 5000620838 |
| 915mm/36in, Walk-Behind Trowel | CT36-X | 5000620036 |
| 915mm/36in, Walk-behind Trowel | CT36-X-C | 5000620039, 5200015336 |
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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