The Wacker Neuson is a genuine OEM Urethane Latch designed for WP1540 and WP1550 series single-direction vibratory plate compactors. As a direct factory replacement, this latch is manufactured to the same material and dimensional standards as the original component fitted at the factory. It is compatible across a wide range of WP1540 and WP1550 variants, including wheel-kit-equipped models and those with A, AW, V, VW, R, RW, and W suffix configurations. Confirming part number against your machine's serial number before ordering is always recommended to ensure an accurate match.
Key Features
- Urethane Construction for Durability: — Molded from urethane, this latch resists the constant vibration, impact, and abrasion that vibratory plate operation puts on retention components — outperforming standard plastic in demanding compaction environments.
- Drop-In OEM Replacement: — Engineered to the original attachment geometry, the 5000160970 seats and secures exactly as the factory part did, with no trimming or reworking of mounting points.
- Broad WP Series Compatibility: — Fits an extensive range of WP1540 and WP1550 variants including AW, A, VW, V, RW, R, and W configurations, covering both standard and wheel-kit-equipped models.
- Maintains Secure Operation: — A correctly functioning latch keeps guards, covers, or access panels firmly in place during operation. A worn or broken latch allows unintended movement, creating a potential safety concern and exposing internal components to debris and damage.
- Genuine OEM Quality Assurance: — Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, part number 5000160970 meets the original material specification for hardness and resilience — critical for a component that absorbs repeated mechanical stress.
The urethane latch on Wacker Neuson WP series vibratory plates is a retention component used to secure a cover, guard, or access panel on the machine body. Urethane is specified for this application because it absorbs vibration and resists cracking under the continuous oscillation generated during compaction work — properties that a standard rigid plastic latch would not sustain over time. When the latch wears through or breaks, the secured panel can shift or come loose during operation, leaving internal components exposed and creating a potential hazard for the operator.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000160970 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0160970 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Urethane Latch |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Vibratory Plate, 15kN, 400mm/1 5.5in | WP1540AW | 5000008060, 5000009545, 5000630045 |
| Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/ 19.5in | WP1550AW | 5000007576, 5000009546, 5000630043 |
| WP1540A VIBROPLATE | WP1540A | 5000008061, 5000630046 |
| WP1550A Single Direction Vibratory Plate | WP1550A | 5000007579, 5000630044 |
| Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/ 19.5in | WP1550VW | 5000007577 |
| Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/ 19.5in | WP1550V | 5000007580 |
| Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/ 19.5in | WP1550RW | 5000007578 |
| WP1540W VIBROPLATE | WP1540W | 5000009326, 5000009547, 5000630066 |
| WP1550W VIBROPLATE | WP1550W | 5000009324, 5000009548, 5000630064 |
| WP1540 VIBROPLATE | WP1540 | 5000009327, 5000630067 |
| Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/ 19.5in | WP1550R | 5000007581 |
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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