The Wacker Neuson Throttle Control Lever is a genuine OEM component designed for VP and AP series single-direction vibratory plate compactors, including the VP1135R, VP1135RW, VP1340R, VP1340RW, VP1550R, VP1550RW, VP2050R, VP2050RW, and AP1550R. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this lever delivers an exact fit and restores proper engine speed control to your plate compactor. It is the correct factory replacement for machines where the throttle lever has become damaged, worn, or broken during operation.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Throttle Response: — Factory-original lever maintains the correct engagement travel and detent positions for accurate engine speed control on VP and AP series plates.
- Direct Bolt-On Replacement: — Engineered to seat into the existing throttle control assembly without modification, preserving the original cable routing and pivot geometry.
- Broad VP and AP Series Coverage: — Compatible with VP1135R, VP1135RW, VP1340R, VP1340RW, VP1550R, VP1550RW, VP2050R, VP2050RW, and AP1550R vibratory plate compactors.
- Consistent Engine Speed Adjustment: — A correctly functioning throttle lever lets the operator dial in compaction force and travel speed precisely, which is critical for achieving proper density on soil, aggregate, and paving stone bases.
- Operator Safety: — A broken or sticking throttle lever removes the operator's ability to modulate engine speed safely; replacing it promptly restores full machine control.
- Verified Part Number: — Part number 5000158369 is confirmed against the Wacker Neuson VP and AP single-direction plate compactor parts catalog for accurate ordering.
The throttle control lever is the mechanical link between the operator's hand and the engine's carburetor or throttle body. By moving the lever, the operator controls engine RPM, which directly affects the compaction force and forward travel speed of the vibratory plate. When the lever is cracked, seized, or broken, the operator loses the ability to adjust power output smoothly, which can result in over-compaction, under-compaction, or an inability to safely manage machine speed on the worksite.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000158369 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0158369 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Throttle Control Lever |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Value Vibratory Plate, 11kN, 3 50mm/13.8in | VP1135R | 5000008709 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 11 kN, 356mm/14in | VP1135RW | 5000009251, 5000009512 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 13 kN, 400mm/15.5in | VP1340RW | 5000009034 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP1550RW | 5000009030 |
| Single Direction Plates | AP1550R | 5000009538 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP1550R | 5000009029 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 13 kN, 400mm/15.5in | VP1340R | 5000009033 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 20 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP2050R | 5000009088 |
| Single Direction Asphalt Plate | VP2050RW | 5000009511 |
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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