The Wacker Neuson is a genuine OEM Exciter Shaft Long designed for the RD16-100 Hydrostatic Vibratory Roller and CB14B-1000 series rollers used in soil and asphalt compaction. As a direct factory replacement, this shaft meets the original dimensional and material specifications Wacker Neuson engineered into these machines. Verified fitment covers the RD16-100 and CB14B-1000 model lines, making the correct part to specify when rebuilding or servicing the exciter assembly on these rollers. Ordering genuine OEM ensures you get the exact shaft geometry and grade required for proper drum vibration.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Dimensional Accuracy — Manufactured to the original shaft tolerances, ensuring correct eccentric weight alignment and consistent vibration amplitude across the drum.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement — Matches the original mounting interfaces and shaft length of the exciter assembly, allowing straightforward installation without modification to housings or bearings.
- Confirmed Fitment for RD16-100 and CB14B-1000 — Covers the RD16-100 Hydrostatic Vibratory Roller and CB14B-1000 soil and asphalt compaction roller series.
- Restores Full Compaction Output — A worn or damaged exciter shaft reduces drum vibration force and frequency, compromising compaction density. Replacing with 5000172005 brings drum performance back to spec.
- Built for High-Cycle Vibration Loads — The long shaft format is designed to handle the continuous rotational and centrifugal stresses inherent to vibratory roller exciter systems operating in compaction applications.
The exciter shaft is the core rotating component inside the drum's exciter housing. As it spins at high speed, the eccentric weights mounted to the shaft generate the centrifugal force that drives drum vibration — the mechanism responsible for compacting soil and asphalt layers to the required density. When this shaft wears, bends, or fails, vibration output drops off noticeably, leaving lifts under-compacted and pass counts higher than they should be. Replacing a damaged shaft promptly with the correct OEM part restores the drum's rated frequency and amplitude, keeping compaction results consistent and within specification.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000172005 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0172005 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Exciter Shaft Long |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| RD 16-100 | RD16-100 | 5000620402, 5000620798 |
| Soil and Asphalt Compaction | CB14B-1000 | 5200004072, 5200004688, 5200019031 |
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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