The Wacker Neuson is a genuine OEM Piston Ring Set 0.75 designed for a wide range of Wacker Neuson single-direction vibratory plate compactors and GV-series generators. This oversized ring set is built to OEM specification, ensuring the correct material grade, ring tension, and dimensional tolerancing for a direct drop-in fit. Confirmed fitment includes VP1340A, VP1550A, VP2050A, WP1540A, WP1550A, WP2050A, AP1550A, AP1550AW, and GV2500A models, among others. Sourcing part number directly through an authorized Wacker Neuson parts channel means you receive an assembly that meets the same production standards as the original component.
Key Features
- OEM-Grade Ring Material and Tension — Cast and finished to the same alloy specification as the original rings, maintaining correct compression and oil-control performance in the engine bore.
- 0.75mm Oversize Bore Fitment — Sized for engines that have been bored 0.75mm over standard, dropping in without machining or shimming when the bore has been correctly prepared.
- Broad Vibratory Plate Coverage — Fits VP1340A/AW, VP1550A/AW, VP2050A/AW, WP1540A/AW, WP1550A/AW, WP2050A/AW, AP1550A/AW, and GV2500A series equipment.
- Restores Full Compression and Power Output — Worn or broken piston rings cause compression loss, excessive oil consumption, and reduced centrifugal force output at the exciter — replacing them brings compaction performance back to spec.
- Genuine OEM Part — Supplied as a complete set under Wacker Neuson part number 5000162627, removing any guesswork around ring count, gap specification, or cross-compatibility.
Piston rings seal the combustion chamber between the piston and the cylinder wall, controlling compression pressure and regulating oil consumption. In a vibratory plate compactor or portable generator, degraded rings allow combustion gases to blow past the piston — a condition known as blow-by — which robs the engine of power, increases fuel consumption, and causes oil to burn off faster than normal. Replacing a worn ring set with the correct oversize set restores cylinder sealing, recovers lost compression, and returns the engine to its full operating output.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000162627 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0162627 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Piston Ring Set 0.75 |
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.
Why Buy From DHS Equipment
Every part is verified against the manufacturer's part number before it ships, so what you order is what arrives. We carry parts from leading OEM brands and our own DHS Quality Parts line of professional aftermarket components. Need help finding the right part? Our team is available to confirm compatibility whenever you need it. Orders are processed fast to keep your jobs on track. We don't just sell parts. We keep you jobsite ready.
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