The Wacker Neuson is a genuine OEM Kubota Muffler designed for LTN6K and LTN8K series light towers, including Tier 4F, Cold Weather, and 120/240V configurations. As a factory-authorized component, this muffler is built to the same specifications as the part it replaces, ensuring a correct installation without guesswork. It covers a wide range of LTN6K and LTN8K variants — from standard and custom builds to cold-weather and racked configurations — making it the go-to replacement for fleets running multiple light tower specs. Sourcing the genuine Wacker Neuson means you're getting a part engineered specifically for the Kubota-powered drivetrain found across this tower family.
Key Features
- OEM Exhaust Integrity — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original exhaust flow and back-pressure specifications for the Kubota engine, preserving combustion efficiency and engine output.
- Direct Bolt-On Replacement — Matches the original mounting flange pattern and pipe diameter, so installation aligns with existing hardware and gasket surfaces without rework.
- Broad LTN Series Fitment — Compatible with LTN6K and LTN8K light towers across standard, Tier 4F, Cold Weather, custom, and 120/240V variants, covering a wide cross-section of active Wacker Neuson tower fleets.
- Protects Engine Performance — A properly functioning muffler maintains correct exhaust back-pressure; a cracked or failed unit can cause rough running, increased fuel consumption, and accelerated engine wear.
- Emissions and Noise Compliance — Genuine OEM construction ensures the exhaust system continues to meet Tier 4F emissions standards and site noise requirements where applicable.
The muffler's job is to route hot exhaust gases safely away from the engine while dampening combustion noise to an acceptable level. On Kubota-powered light towers like the LTN6K and LTN8K, it also plays a role in maintaining the correct exhaust back-pressure that the engine is tuned to operate with. When a muffler cracks, corrodes, or develops leaks, exhaust gases can escape before they're properly expelled, leading to elevated noise levels, potential carbon monoxide hazards around the work area, and engine performance issues that show up as lost power or erratic running.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000179892 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0179892 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Kubota Muffler |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| LTN6K Light Tower | LTN6K | 5000620734, 5200022156, 5200022147 |
| LTN8K LIGHT TOWER, CUSTOM, Tier 4F | LTN8K | 5000620939 |
| LTN6K LIGHT TOWER, CUSTOM, Tier 4F | LTN6K-LT | 5000620938, 5200004092, 5200004769 |
| LTN6K-V S, KUBOTA, 120/240V | LTN6K-V S | 5200018537, 5200018550, 5200018553, 5200023197 |
| LTN8K-V LIGHT TOWER,60HZ | LTN8K-V | 5200002727, 5200002728 |
| LTN6K-V LIGHT TOWER,60HZ | LTN6K-V | 5200002722, 5200002726 |
| LTN8K LIGHT TOWER, COLD WEATHER, Tier 4F | LTN8K-LT | 5200004093 |
| LTN8K-V S, KUBOTA, 120/240V | LTN8K-V S | 5200018538, 5200018551, 5200018554, 5200023198 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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