The Wacker Neuson Main Jet is a genuine OEM carburetor fuel metering component designed for the VP1340R, VP1340RW, VP1550R, VP1550RW, VP2050R, VP2050RW, and AP1550R single-direction vibratory plate compactors. As a direct OEM part, it is manufactured to the exact specification of the original, ensuring proper fuel delivery and consistent engine performance across all covered models. This jet is a critical wear item in the carburetor circuit — when it becomes clogged or damaged, the engine will run rich or lean, causing poor power output or hard starting on your plate compactor. Replacing it with the correct Main Jet restores the carburetor to proper calibration and gets your compaction equipment back to work.
Key Features
- Exact Fuel Flow Calibration — Manufactured to OEM fuel metering specification, this Main Jet delivers the precise orifice sizing required for correct air/fuel mixture in the carburetor.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson OEM Part — Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this component carries the same part number and material grade as the original installed at the factory.
- Drop-In Carburetor Fit — Threads directly into the carburetor body with no modification, matching the original jet seat and thread pitch of the VP and AP series carburetors.
- Broad VP and AP Series Coverage — Fits VP1340R, VP1340RW, VP1550R, VP1550RW, VP2050R, VP2050RW, and AP1550R vibratory plate compactors in both standard and asphalt configurations.
- Restored Engine Performance — A correctly sized Main Jet maintains the fuel delivery balance that keeps the engine pulling full power through compaction passes — a worn or blocked jet causes surging, stalling, or weak centrifugal force output.
The Main Jet is a small brass metering component seated inside the carburetor's fuel circuit. Its precisely sized orifice controls how much fuel is drawn into the engine under load, making it one of the most performance-critical parts in the carburetor assembly. When a Main Jet becomes partially blocked by debris or varnish deposits, the engine runs lean and loses power; if the jet is oversized or damaged, the engine runs rich, resulting in excessive fuel consumption and fouled spark plugs. On a vibratory plate compactor, where consistent engine RPM directly determines centrifugal compaction force, a faulty Main Jet can compromise the quality of your compaction work across every pass.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000158371 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0158371 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Main Jet |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| 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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