The Wacker Neuson Engine 5.5Hp Complete is a genuine OEM replacement engine assembly designed for CT36-5A series walk-behind concrete power trowels. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this complete engine unit ensures you receive the correct displacement, output rating, and mounting configuration for your machine — no guesswork, no substitutions. Confirmed fitment covers the CT36-5A, CT36-5A EU, CT36-5A-C, and CT36-5A with Adjustable Handle variants. When your trowel is down on a finishing pour, part number gets you back to work with a drop-in replacement built to the same spec as the original.
Key Features
- Correct Power Output for the Application — Matched at 5.5Hp to deliver the torque and rotor speed the CT36-5A trowel requires for consistent concrete finishing across the full blade pitch range.
- Complete Engine Assembly — Supplied as a fully assembled unit with all core engine components included, simplifying the swap-out process and reducing assembly time in the field.
- Genuine OEM Part — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original engineering specifications, ensuring correct mounting bolt pattern, shaft dimensions, and output characteristics for the CT36-5A platform.
- Broad CT36-5A Model Coverage — Fits the CT36-5A, CT36-5A EU, CT36-5A-C, and CT36-5A with Adjustable Handle — a single part number covering the full CT36-5A production range.
- Protects Finishing Performance — A worn or seized engine causes uneven rotor speed and blade chatter, leaving surface defects in fresh concrete. A correctly functioning engine keeps blade pressure and rotation smooth through the full finishing cycle.
The engine is the power source for the entire trowel system, driving the rotor and blades that float and finish concrete slabs. On a walk-behind power trowel like the CT36-5A, the engine must deliver consistent RPM and torque across varying blade pitch settings — any drop in power directly affects surface finish quality and operator control. When an engine fails, whether through wear, seizure, or mechanical damage, the machine becomes completely inoperable; a complete engine replacement is the fastest path to restoring full function without the labor and parts cost of a component-by-component rebuild.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000163427 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0163427 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Engine 5.5Hp Complete |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| CT36-5A Trowel | CT36-5A | 5000009438, 5200016256 |
| CT36-5A | CT36-5A EU | 5000620829 |
| CT36-5A-C Trowel | CT36-5A-C | 5000620040 |
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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