The Wacker Neuson Heatshield is a genuine OEM component designed for the CRT48 ride-on trowel series and the CT48-13A-V walk-behind trowel. As a direct OEM part sourced through Wacker Neuson's authorized parts program, the is manufactured to the exact specifications of the original component it replaces. Confirmed fitment spans multiple CRT48-31V and CRT48-34V configurations, including high-speed and electronic-steering variants, as well as the CT48-13A-V trowel.
Key Features
- OEM Heat Resistance Rating — Manufactured to the same thermal tolerance as the original, ensuring the shield performs correctly against engine and exhaust heat output on these trowel models.
- Direct-Mount Replacement — Matches the original mounting points and profile of the CRT48 and CT48-13A-V platforms, dropping into the existing hardware without rework.
- Broad CRT48 and CT48 Coverage — Fits CRT48-31V, CRT48-31V-H, CRT48-31V-E, CRT48-31V-ES, CRT48-31V-ES-E, CRT48-34V, and CT48-13A-V configurations across multiple serial number ranges.
- Protects Adjacent Components — A correctly fitted heatshield channels and contains radiant heat away from fuel lines, wiring, and hydraulic components, preserving the integrity of surrounding parts over long finishing runs.
- Fire and Burn Hazard Mitigation — On ride-on and walk-behind trowels, unshielded exhaust heat poses a direct risk to operators and flammable materials on the deck. Replacing a damaged or missing heatshield restores the designed thermal barrier.
A heatshield is a formed metal barrier positioned between a hot engine or exhaust component and the surrounding machine structure, fuel system, or operator area. On concrete trowels like the CRT48 and CT48-13A-V, the engine runs continuously under load during finishing operations, generating sustained radiant heat that must be managed to protect wiring, hydraulic hoses, and structural components nearby. When a heatshield cracks, warps, or goes missing entirely, nearby components are exposed to temperatures they were not designed to handle — accelerating wear, increasing fire risk, and potentially causing collateral damage that far exceeds the cost of the shield itself.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000158196 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0158196 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Heatshield |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| 1220mm/48in Ride-on Trowel | CRT48-34V | 5000620805, 5000620075, 5200004935 |
| 1220mm/48in Ride-on Trowel | CRT48-31V | 5000620476 |
| CT48-13A-V Trowel | CT48-13A-V | 5000009452, 5000620836 |
| 1220mm/48in High Speed Ride-On Trowel | CRT48-31V-H | 5000009086 |
| Ride-on Trowel | CRT48-31V-E | 5000009481 |
| Ride-on Trowel | CRT48-31V-ES-E | 5000009482 |
| 1220mm/48in Ride-on Trowel, El ectronic Steering | CRT48-31V-ES | 5000009216 |
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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