The Wacker Neuson Bleed Valve is a genuine OEM component designed for the RT82-SC and RT56-SC vibratory trench rollers and the LTC4L light tower. As a direct Wacker Neuson OEM part, the is manufactured to the same specification as the original unit installed at the factory, ensuring a correct, trouble-free installation. This valve serves a critical role in the hydraulic or fuel system of these machines, and sourcing the genuine article helps maintain consistent system pressure and safe operation. Confirm your model number against the fitment list before ordering to ensure compatibility.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction — Manufactured by Wacker Neuson to the original material and dimensional spec, ensuring the valve seats, seals, and flows exactly as the system requires.
- Cross-Family Fitment — A single part number covering both the RT82-SC and RT56-SC vibratory trench rollers and the LTC4L light tower, making it a versatile stock item for mixed Wacker Neuson fleets.
- Drop-In Replacement — Matches the original port thread, body dimensions, and actuation style so the valve installs directly into the existing fitting without modification to lines or brackets.
- System Pressure Integrity — A correctly functioning bleed valve allows trapped air or excess pressure to be safely purged; a failed or leaking valve can cause erratic system behavior, pressure buildup, or fluid loss.
- Fuel and Hydraulic System Safety — Bleed valves on powered equipment handle pressurized fluid circuits; using a correctly rated OEM valve is essential for preventing uncontrolled pressure release during service.
A bleed valve provides a controlled point in a pressurized fluid circuit — hydraulic or fuel — where trapped air or excess pressure can be safely released during priming, servicing, or system purging. On vibratory trench rollers like the RT82-SC and RT56-SC, this keeps the hydraulic circuit free of air pockets that would otherwise cause sluggish or uneven drum response. On the LTC4L light tower, the valve performs the same function within the engine fuel or cooling circuit, ensuring reliable starts and consistent operation. When a bleed valve sticks open, it can bleed off working pressure and starve the system; when it sticks closed, air locks can form and prevent the system from priming correctly.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000159464 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0159464 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Bleed Valve |
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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