The Wacker Neuson Choke Valve is a genuine OEM component designed for VP and AP series single-direction vibratory plate compactors. This part is verified to fit the VP1135R, VP1135RW, VP1340R, VP1340RW, VP1550R, VP1550RW, VP2050R, VP2050RW, and AP1550R. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, the meets the exact specifications of the original part installed at the factory. If your plate compactor is running rough, flooding, or failing to start in cold conditions, the choke valve is a primary point of inspection.
Key Features
- OEM-Specified Fuel Restriction: — Engineered to deliver the correct air-fuel ratio restriction at startup, ensuring consistent cold-start performance on VP and AP series plates.
- Direct Carburetor Integration: — Designed to seat and operate within the original carburetor assembly without modification, maintaining the correct choke butterfly action.
- Broad VP and AP Series Coverage: — Confirmed fitment across VP1135R, VP1340R, VP1550R, VP2050R, and AP1550R models, covering a wide range of Wacker Neuson single-direction vibratory plates.
- Restored Engine Starting Performance: — A correctly functioning choke valve allows the engine to build the rich fuel mixture needed for cold starts; a failed or stuck valve leads to hard starting, flooding, or stalling.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson OEM Part: — Part number 5000158375 is supplied as original equipment, confirming material grade and dimensional accuracy consistent with the carburetor it serves.
The choke valve controls airflow into the carburetor during engine startup by temporarily restricting the air supply to create a fuel-rich mixture. This richer mixture is essential for cold starts, particularly in outdoor conditions where ambient temperature affects fuel vaporization. When the choke valve sticks, warps, or fails to seat correctly, the engine may flood, refuse to start, or run unevenly until fully warmed — problems that interrupt compaction work and can mask as broader carburetor or ignition issues.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000158375 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0158375 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Choke Valve |
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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