The Wacker Neuson is a genuine OEM Exciter Shaft Kit Without Counterbore designed for the RT56, RT82, RTLx, RTKx, and RTx series remote-controlled vibratory trench rollers. As a factory-sourced assembly, is manufactured to the same specifications as the original component, ensuring a correct installation in the exciter housing without additional machining or modification. This kit covers an extensive range of SC2 and SC3 generation trench rollers, including EU-spec and Compatec-equipped variants. Keep this part number on hand for scheduled exciter maintenance or unplanned shaft replacement on your Wacker Neuson trench roller fleet.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Exciter Assembly: — Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this kit matches the original shaft geometry and material grade used in the exciter module — critical for sustaining correct vibratory output and drum amplitude.
- Without Counterbore Configuration: — Specified for exciter housings that do not use a counterbored bore profile; selecting the correct variant prevents misalignment and premature bearing wear at the shaft journal.
- Broad Trench Roller Compatibility: — Fits RT56-SC, RT56-SC2, RT82-SC, RT82-SC2, RTLx-SC3, RTKx-SC3, RTx-SC2, and HTC15 trench roller models across domestic and EU configurations.
- Sustained Compaction Performance: — A worn or damaged exciter shaft causes uneven vibration, loss of compaction force, and accelerated drum bearing failure; replacing with part 5000171445 restores rated compaction energy to the padfoot or smooth drums.
- Direct-Fit Kit Format: — Supplied as a complete shaft kit so all necessary components are replaced together, supporting a thorough exciter service in a single repair event.
The exciter shaft is the rotating core of the vibratory exciter assembly in a trench roller's drum. As it spins, offset eccentric weights generate the centrifugal force that drives the drum's vibration, compacting cohesive soils and trench backfill with each pass. When the shaft wears, develops surface damage, or loses dimensional accuracy, vibration amplitude drops and compaction depth suffers — and continued operation risks cascading damage to surrounding bearings and the drum housing. Replacing the exciter shaft as a complete kit restores the designed vibration characteristics and protects the integrity of the entire exciter system.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000171445 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0171445 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Exciter Shaft Kit Without Counterbore |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT82-SC2 | 5000620530, 5000620293, 5000620367, 5000620525, 5000620528, 5000620529, 5000620526, 5000620527 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT82-SC2 EU | 5000620845, 5200003107 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT56-SC2 | 5000620294, 5000620368 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT56-SC2 EU | 5000620844 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT82-SC | 5000009025, 5000620365, 5000620324, 5000620353, 5000620480, 5000620481, 5000620482 |
| Vibratory Trench Roller | RT56-SC | 5000009026, 5000620366 |
| RTLx-SC3 TRENCH ROLLER,GRN | RTLx-SC3 | 5200019251, 5200019250, 5200019254, 5200019252, 5100018515, 5100018516, 5200019253, 5100038346, 5100045091, 5100052332, 5100052269 |
| RTL82-SC3 ROLLER,SMOOTH DRUM | RTL82-SC3 | 5200019234, 5200019238, 5200019232, 5200019233, 5200019235, 5200019236, 5200019237, 5200019239, 5200022541 |
| RTKx-SC3 Trench Roller | RTK82-SC3 | 5200019257, 5200019256, 5200019255 |
| RTKx-SC3 TRENCH ROLLER,GRN | RTKx-SC3 | 5200019258, 5200019259, 5100018517, 5100018518, 5100034371, 5100037397, 5100039613, 5100052333, 5100052334, 5100052335, 5100052336, 5100052337 |
| Trench Roller | RTx-SC2 EU | 5100028378, 5200008540, 5100052330 |
| RTx-SC2 TRENCH ROLLER | RTx-SC2 | 5200008538, 5200008539, 5200018044, 5200018329 |
| Trench Roller | HTC15 | 5100065571 |
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Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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