The Wacker Neuson is a genuine OEM Standard Piston Ring Set designed for a wide range of Wacker Neuson single-direction vibratory plate compactors and portable generators. This set fits VP, WP, WPP, WPU, and AP series plate compactors — including VP1340A, VP1550A, VP2050A, WP1540A, WP1550A, WP2050A, AP1550A, and AP1550AW models — as well as the GV2500A generator. As a genuine Wacker Neuson part, the is manufactured to the same specifications as the original rings installed at the factory, ensuring a direct, correct-fit replacement every time. Keep this part number on hand for scheduled engine rebuilds or unplanned top-end repairs across your fleet of Wacker Neuson compaction equipment.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Ring Geometry — Manufactured to exact bore diameter and ring gap specifications for the engine used across the VP, WP, WPP, WPU, and AP plate compactor families.
- Standard Bore Sizing — This is the standard (Std) specification set, designed for use in engines with a stock, unworn, or freshly honed cylinder bore — no re-boring required for standard service.
- Broad Fitment Coverage — A single part number covers VP1340A, VP1550A, VP2050A, WP1540A, WP1550A, WP2050A, AP1550A, AP1550AW, and GV2500A models, making it a practical stock item for mixed-fleet operators.
- Restored Compression and Oil Control — Worn piston rings allow combustion gases to blow past the piston, robbing the engine of power and causing excessive oil consumption; a fresh ring set restores proper compression and sealing.
- Engine Rebuild Ready — Supplied as a complete set so all rings are replaced together during a top-end service, maintaining consistent sealing performance across every ring groove.
Piston rings seat between the piston and the cylinder wall, performing two critical jobs: sealing combustion pressure above the piston to drive power output, and controlling oil below to prevent burning and contamination. Over time, rings wear, lose tension, or break, which allows compression to drop and oil consumption to rise — symptoms that show up as hard starting, loss of power, and smoke from the exhaust. Replacing the full ring set during a top-end rebuild restores the engine's compression seal and oil management, returning the compactor or generator to full working output.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000162616 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0162616 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Piston Ring Set, Standard |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| GV2500A | GV2500A | 5000009345, 5000009350 |
| VP1550AW VIBROPLATE | VP1550AW | 5000009028, 5000630055 |
| VP1340AW VIBROPLATE | VP1340AW | 5000009032, 5000630058 |
| VP1550A Single Direction Vibratory Plate | VP1550A | 5000009027, 5000630054 |
| VP2050A VIBROPLATE | VP2050A | 5000009087, 5000630062 |
| WPU1550A | WPU1550A | 5000630033 |
| WPU1550Aw | WPU1550Aw | 5000630034 |
| WPP 1550Aw | WPP1550Aw | 5000630030 |
| Single Direction Plates | AP1550AW | 5000009540 |
| WPP 1540A | WPP1540A | 5000630025 |
| WPP 1550A | WPP1550A | 5000630029 |
| WP 1540A | WP1540A | 5000630017 |
| WP 1550A | WP1550A | 5000630019 |
| WP 2050A | WP2050A | 5000630022 |
| WPP 1540Aw | WPP1540Aw | 5000630026 |
| Single Direction Plates | AP1550A | 5000009539 |
| VP2050AW VIBROPLATE | VP2050AW | 5000009510 |
| Single Direction Plates | WP1550Aw | 5000630112 |
| Single Direction Plate | WP2050Aw | 5000630115 |
| Single Direction Plates | WP1540Aw-L | 5000630123 |
| Reversible Plates | WPU 1550A-L | 5000630124 |
| Single Direction Plates | WP1550Aw-L | 5000630126 |
| Single Direction Plates | WP1540Aw | 5000630106 |
| Single Drum Vibratory Roller | RS600A | 5000630010 |
| Single direction vibratory plate VP1340A | VP1340A | 5000630057 |
| Single Direction Plates | WP2050Aw-L | 5000630125 |
| Single direction vibratory plate WP1235A | WP1235A | 5000630016 |
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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