Wacker Neuson 5000164808 Honda GX160 S/P Engine

The Wacker Neuson is a genuine OEM Honda GX160 S/P Engine designed for a range of Wacker Neuson vibratory plate compactors and vibratory truss screed power sections. This engine fits the VPG165A, WP1550AW, WP1540AW, WP1550A, WP1540A, HP50A, HP50, HP100A, and HP100 — making it a direct-source replacement for operators running these machines in soil, aggregate, and paving stone compaction applications. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, part number ensures full compatibility without adaptation or guesswork. Keeping your plate compactor or screed running with the correct OEM powerplant means consistent output and confidence on the worksite.

Key Features

• Genuine OEM Honda GX160 Powerplant — Factory-sourced engine matched to Wacker Neuson's original performance specifications for compaction and screed applications, not a generic substitute.
• Drop-In Engine Replacement — Mounts directly to the original engine cradle and drive configuration on compatible plate compactors and screed power sections, using existing hardware and connections.
• Broad Model Coverage — Confirmed fitment across the VPG165A, WP1550AW, WP1540AW, WP1550A, WP1540A, HP50A, HP50, HP100A, and HP100 series.
• Consistent Compaction Output — A correctly specified engine maintains the centrifugal force and RPM range that Wacker Neuson plate compactors are rated for; an underpowered or mismatched engine compromises compaction depth and surface quality.
• Fuel System Integrity — The GX160 S/P variant is configured with the correct carburetion and fuel delivery setup for these Wacker Neuson applications, reducing the risk of fuel delivery issues at startup or under load.

The engine is the core power source for both vibratory plate compactors and vibratory truss screed power sections. On a plate compactor, it drives the exciter mechanism that generates the vibration force needed to compact soil, aggregate, and paving bases. On a truss screed power section, it powers the vibration and forward motion that levels and consolidates concrete flatwork. When an engine loses compression, fails to start reliably, or delivers inconsistent RPM, the machine's compaction or screeding performance degrades directly — making a full engine replacement the correct course of action when internal wear or damage is beyond repair.

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Compatibility & Fitment

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