The Wacker Neuson Oil Pan Heater Ltn is a genuine OEM component designed for the LTN6L, LTN6C, LTN8K, and LTN6K light tower series. As a direct Wacker Neuson OEM part, is manufactured to the same specification as the original, ensuring a correct fit and consistent operation across the full range of compatible units. This heater is confirmed to fit both Custom and Cold Weather Tier 4F configurations, as well as select 50 Hz and 60 Hz variants, covering a wide spread of LTN and LTV series light towers.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Heating Element Integrity — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original wattage and thermal output spec, so the oil pan reaches operating temperature correctly in cold-start conditions.
- Drop-In Replacement — Matches the original mounting configuration and electrical connection of the factory-installed heater, fitting directly without modification to brackets or wiring harness.
- Broad Light Tower Compatibility — Fits LTN6L, LTN6C, LTN6K, LTN8K, and LTV6L series light towers across Custom, Cold Weather, Tier 4F, 50 Hz, and 60 Hz configurations.
- Cold-Weather Protection for the Engine — A functioning oil pan heater keeps engine oil at a pumpable viscosity before startup, protecting bearings and internal components during cold-weather operation; a failed heater risks hard starts and accelerated engine wear.
- Cold Weather Package Compliant — Purpose-built for use in Wacker Neuson Cold Weather configuration machines, ensuring the light tower meets its rated cold-weather operational envelope.
An oil pan heater is an electric heating element mounted to or immersed in the engine oil pan. Its job is to pre-warm the engine oil before startup in low-temperature environments, reducing oil viscosity so it flows freely to critical engine components the moment the engine turns over. Without a properly functioning oil pan heater, cold and thick oil takes longer to circulate, leaving bearings and cylinder walls momentarily unlubricated — a leading cause of cold-start engine wear on light towers operating in winter conditions or cold climates.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000184172 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0184172 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Oil Pan Heater Ltn |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| LTN6L LIGHT TOWER, CUSTOM, Tier 4F | LTN6L | 5000620553, 5200004090 |
| LTN6L 50 Hz Non CE. Custom | LTC6L | 5000620559 |
| LTN8K LIGHT TOWER, CUSTOM, Tier 4F | LTN8K | 5000620939 |
| LTN6K LIGHT TOWER, CUSTOM, Tier 4F | LTN6K-LT | 5000620938, 5200004092 |
| LTN6C LIGHT TOWER, CUSTOM, Tier 4F | LTN6C | 5000620555, 5200004091 |
| LTN8K LIGHT TOWER, COLD WEATHER, Tier 4F | LTN8K-LT | 5200004093 |
| LTN6L-V S LIGHT TOWER, CUSTOM, Tier 4F | LTN6L-V S | 5200018539, 5200018552, 5200018576 |
| LTN6K-V S LIGHT TOWER, CUSTOM, Tier 4F | LTN6K-V S | 5200018550, 5200018553, 5200023197 |
| LTN8K-V S LIGHT TOWER, CUSTOM, Tier 4F | LTN8K-V S | 5200018551, 5200018554, 5200023198 |
| Light Tower | LTV6L | 5100039607 |
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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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