The Wacker Neuson is a genuine OEM Head Gasket 0 Notch designed for RT82-SC and RT56-SC remote-controlled vibratory trench rollers and LTC4L light towers. As a direct Wacker Neuson OEM component, part is manufactured to the exact material composition and sealing profile specified for these engines, ensuring a proper cylinder-head seal without rework or shimming. This gasket is built to the 0 Notch specification, so verify your engine's notch configuration before ordering to confirm an exact match for your machine.
Key Features
- OEM Sealing Integrity — Manufactured to the precise thickness and material grade required for a leak-free cylinder-head seal on these specific engines, maintaining correct compression across the combustion cycle.
- 0 Notch Specification — The 0 Notch designation identifies the exact head gasket variant for your engine build; confirm your engine's notch marking before ordering to ensure a direct, drop-in installation.
- Broad Equipment Fitment — Compatible with RT82-SC and RT56-SC remote-controlled vibratory trench rollers and LTC4L light towers, covering multiple machine families from a single part number.
- Combustion Performance — A properly seated head gasket maintains cylinder pressure and prevents coolant or oil intrusion into the combustion chamber; a failed gasket causes loss of power, overheating, and potential engine damage.
- Fuel and Emissions System Safety — Correct head sealing prevents combustion gas blow-by that can compromise exhaust routing and engine management on these machines, keeping operation within designed parameters.
A head gasket seals the joint between the engine cylinder head and the engine block, containing combustion pressure and preventing the mixing of engine oil, coolant, and combustion gases. It is one of the most critical seals in the engine — when it fails, compression drops, the engine overheats, and contaminants can enter the oil or cooling system, leading to accelerated wear or catastrophic engine failure. The 0 Notch specification indicates the gasket's thickness class, which is matched to the piston-to-deck height of a particular engine assembly to achieve the correct compression ratio.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000159398 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0159398 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Head Gasket 0 Notch |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT82-SC | 5000009025 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT56-SC | 5000009026 |
| Light Tower | LTC4L | 5000009311, 5000009375 |
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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