The Wacker Neuson is a genuine OEM Friction Spring designed for the VP1030R vibratory plate compactor series, the VP40H vibratory soil plate, and the BS50-4, BS60-4, BS500-4, and BS600-4 four-stroke vibratory rammer series. As a genuine OEM part, is manufactured to the exact material and dimensional specifications of the original component — ensuring it seats, tensions, and functions exactly as intended from the factory. This spring is a verified fit across multiple Wacker Neuson compaction equipment families, making it a dependable choice when servicing both plate compactors and vibratory rammers. Always confirm your machine's model number before ordering to ensure correct application.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Spring Temper and Tension: — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original spring rate specification, so friction engagement behaves exactly as designed — no slipping, no over-tensioning.
- Direct-Fit Replacement: — Matches the original mounting points and geometry, dropping into place without rework or adjustment during reassembly.
- Broad Compaction Equipment Compatibility: — Fits the VP1030R and VP40H vibratory plate compactors and the BS50-4, BS60-4, BS500-4, and BS600-4 gasoline vibratory rammer series under a single part number.
- Restores Proper Friction Control: — A worn or fatigued friction spring allows slippage or inconsistent engagement in the mechanism it loads, leading to erratic machine behavior and accelerated wear on adjacent components.
- Verified Part Number Traceability: — Part number 5000158600 is the current Wacker Neuson OEM reference, so you can cross-check it against your parts manual with confidence before ordering.
A friction spring provides the controlled, consistent tension needed to keep a friction-based mechanism — such as a clutch face, throttle linkage, or engagement lever — loaded against its mating surface. In vibratory compaction equipment like rammers and plate compactors, this spring ensures the mechanism engages smoothly and holds position under the constant vibration and shock loads these machines generate. When the spring fatigues, loses its set, or breaks, the result is inconsistent engagement, unexpected disengagement, or accelerated wear on the components it is meant to hold in contact.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000158600 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0158600 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Friction Spring |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| VP1030R-VIBROPLATE | VP1030R | 5000008702, 5000009504 |
| 280mm/11in Shoe, Four-cycle Vi bratory Rammer | BS60-4 | 5000009340, 5000620000, 5000620051 |
| 280mm/11in Shoe, Four-cycle Vi bratory Rammer | BS50-4 | 5000009386, 5000620077 |
| Vibratory Soil Plate, 40 kN | VP40H | 5000009535 |
| 280/11in Shoe, Vibratory Ramme r | MS54 | 5200013518 |
| Vibratory Rammer, 280mm/11in S hoe | BS500-4 | 5000009329 |
| Vibratory Rammer, 280mm/11in S hoe | BS600-4 | 5000009331 |
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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