The Wacker Neuson 157610 is a genuine OEM Spark Plug designed for a wide range of Wacker Neuson gasoline-powered compaction and concrete vibration equipment, including the BS50-4As, BS60-4As, and BS70-4As vibratory rammers, VP1030A and WP1030A single-direction vibratory plate compactors, and BV50A-P and BV50A-H backpack vibrators. As a genuine OEM component, the 157610 Spark Plug is manufactured to the exact specification required by these machines, ensuring correct electrode gap, heat range, and thread pitch right out of the box. It also fits the P31A power unit for wet screed, the MS64A vibratory rammer, and select BS62, BS65, BS68, BS72, and BS60-2 rammer variants, making it one of the most widely shared ignition components across the Wacker Neuson gasoline equipment lineup. Keep a spare on hand — this is a scheduled service item and a fast, straightforward replacement during routine maintenance.
Key Features
- Correct Heat Range and Electrode Spec — Manufactured to the exact thermal and electrode tolerances required by Wacker Neuson gasoline engines, ensuring reliable ignition performance across a wide range of operating conditions.
- Genuine OEM Part — Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this spark plug carries the same part number — 157610 — as the plug installed at the factory, so there is no guesswork on fitment or compatibility.
- Broad Fitment Across Multiple Equipment Families — Fits BS-series vibratory rammers (BS50-4As, BS60-4As, BS70-4As, BS62, BS65, BS68, BS72), VP1030A and WP1030A plate compactors, BV50A backpack vibrators, the MS64A rammer, and the P31A wet screed power unit.
- Drop-In Ignition Replacement — Thread pitch, reach, and connector type match the original equipment installation point exactly, allowing straightforward removal and installation with standard tools.
- Protects Engine Performance — A worn or fouled spark plug causes hard starting, misfires, rough running, and increased fuel consumption. Replacing it on schedule keeps the engine firing cleanly and delivering full compaction or vibration output.
- Fuel System Safety Consideration — An incorrectly specified spark plug can cause pre-ignition or engine damage on small gasoline engines. Using the genuine OEM 157610 eliminates that risk by matching the engine's ignition timing and combustion chamber design.
A spark plug ignites the air-fuel mixture inside the engine's combustion chamber, providing the timed spark that drives the piston and keeps the engine running. In small gasoline engines found in rammers, plate compactors, and backpack vibrators, the spark plug works under high thermal stress and wears gradually over time. When it degrades, symptoms include difficulty starting, loss of power, rough idling, and poor fuel efficiency — all of which directly reduce compaction output or vibration force. Regular spark plug replacement is one of the most cost-effective tune-up steps for keeping these machines performing at their rated capacity.
Part Details
| Part Number | 157610 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Spark Plug |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| BV50A-P BACKPACK (SPM4+PH45) | BV50A-P | 5000620764, 5000620399, 5000620767 |
| Backpack Vibrator | BV50A-P EU | 5000620892 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 10 kN, 300mm/12in | VP1030A | 5000008701, 5000630047 |
| BS 60-4As 280 mm shoe | BS60-4As | 5100015123, 5200014910, 5200018232, 5200018231, 5200018233, 5100027198 |
| BS 50-4As 280 mm shoe | BS50-4As | 5100015099, 5200018219, 5200018226, 5100027197, 5100025357 |
| BS 70-4As 280 mm shoe | BS70-4As | 5100015124, 5100015126, 5100027199 |
| MS64A Vibratory Rammer, 11" | MS64A | 5200014899 |
| Single direction vibratory plate WP1030A | WP1030A | 5000630015 |
| VP1030Aw | VP1030AW | 5000009514, 5000630423 |
| Single Direction Plate | WP1030Aw | 5000630110 |
| BS70-4As 11IN | BS70-4As 11in | 5100030611 |
| BS50-4As 11in | BS50-4As 11in | 5100030599 |
| BS50-4AS 11IN US | BS50-4As 11in US | 5100030598 |
| BS60-4As 11in | BS60-4As 11in | 5100037562, 5100030606, 5100051581 |
| BS70-4As 11in US | BS70-4As 11in US | 5100030610 |
| BS60-4AS 11IN US | BS60-4As 11in US | 5100030605, 5100054151 |
| BS60-2 11IN | BS60-2 11in | 5100037561 |
| Power Unit for Wet Screed | P31A | 5000009365 |
| BV50A-H Backpack Vibrator | BV50A-H | 5200016908, 5100041314 |
| BS68-4Ab/28 | BS68-4Ab/28 | 5100061970, 5100070527, 5100070525 |
| BS62-4Ab/28 | BS62-4Ab/28 | 5100061966, 5100070526 |
| 4 stroke rammer BS50-4As, 280 mm adapter | BS50-4As 11in o. bsz | 5100068310 |
| BS62-4A/28 | BS62-4A/28 | 5100068373 |
| BS72-4As 11in | BS72-4As 11in | 5100061309 |
| BS68-4A/28 | BS68-4A/28 | 5100068375 |
| Rammer BS60-4As 11in CN | BS60-4As 11in CN | 5100058869 |
| BS68-4A/28 CN | BS68-4A/28 CN | 5100070152 |
| BS65-4As 11in | BS65-4As 11in | 5100061307 |
| Rammer KMAT | KMAT | 5100059040 |
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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