The Wacker Neuson is a genuine OEM 0.75 Piston designed for VP, WP, WPP, WPU, and AP series single-direction vibratory plate compactors. This part serves a wide range of models including the VP1550A, VP2050A, WP1540A, WP1550A, WP2050A, AP1550A, AP1550AW, WPP1550A, and WPU1550A, among others. As a genuine Wacker Neuson OEM component, the is manufactured to the same specification as the original part fitted at the factory, ensuring a direct, hassle-free installation. Trust the OEM part number to confirm you're ordering the correct piston for your machine before placing your order.
Key Features
- OEM-Grade Dimensional Accuracy — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original piston tolerances, ensuring correct bore clearance and compression characteristics within the engine assembly.
- Drop-In Engine Replacement — Engineered to install directly into the engine cylinder bore of compatible VP, WP, WPP, WPU, and AP series plates without modification to surrounding components.
- Broad Compactor Compatibility — Confirmed fitment across more than 30 vibratory plate models in the VP, WP, WPP, WPU, and AP families, including the VP1340A, VP2050AW, WP1235A, and WP2050Aw-L.
- Restores Engine Compression — A worn or damaged piston leads to loss of compression, rough running, and reduced centrifugal force output; replacing it with 5000162640 restores full engine performance and plate compaction output.
- Fuel System Integrity — Correct piston fit maintains proper combustion chamber sealing, supporting efficient fuel burn and preventing oil blow-by that can contaminate the air filter and fuel system.
The piston is a core reciprocating component inside the engine's cylinder bore. It converts combustion pressure into the mechanical motion that drives the crankshaft, which in turn powers the eccentric weight assembly responsible for generating the compaction force in a vibratory plate. When a piston wears beyond its service tolerance — through scoring, ring groove wear, or seizure — the engine loses compression, becomes difficult to start, runs unevenly, and ultimately delivers reduced centrifugal force to the base plate, compromising compaction quality on soil, aggregate, or paving surfaces.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000162640 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0162640 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | 0.75 Piston |
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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