The Wacker Neuson Head Gasket is a genuine OEM component designed for the VP1340R, VP1550R, VP2050R, AP1550R, and BFS 1345B/1350L series vibratory plates and floor saws. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this is the exact part built to original equipment specifications — no substitution, no guesswork. It fits across a broad range of Value Vibratory Plate and Basic Floor Saw models, making it a go-to replacement for fleet operators and service technicians working with Wacker Neuson light compaction and cutting equipment.
Key Features
- OEM Sealing Integrity — Manufactured to original material and compression specifications, ensuring a consistent, leak-free seal between the cylinder head and engine block.
- Drop-In Replacement — Matches the original bolt pattern and profile for straightforward installation with standard hand tools — no machining or adaptation needed.
- Broad Wacker Neuson Fitment — Compatible with VP1340R, VP1340RW, VP1550R, VP1550RW, VP2050R, VP2050RW, AP1550R, BFS 1345B, BFS 1345BZ, and BFS 1350L models.
- Engine Performance Protection — A correctly seated head gasket maintains proper combustion chamber pressure, allowing the engine to deliver full power output to the compaction or cutting mechanism.
- Critical Combustion Safety — A failing head gasket can allow combustion gases or coolant to migrate into the oil system — replacing it promptly prevents accelerated engine wear and potential failure.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson Part — Carries part number 5000205581 and is backed by Wacker Neuson as a factory-authorized component for supported models.
The head gasket forms a pressure-tight seal between the cylinder head and the engine block, containing combustion gases and preventing oil or coolant from crossing between passages. It plays a direct role in maintaining compression — the force that drives the engine and, in turn, the compaction plate or saw blade. When a head gasket wears or fails, symptoms typically include loss of power, overheating, white exhaust smoke, or oil contamination, all of which can quickly escalate into serious engine damage if left unaddressed. Replacing it with a genuine OEM part like the 5000205581 restores proper engine function and protects the investment in the machine.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000205581 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0205581 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Head Gasket |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Value Vibratory Plate, 13 kN, 400mm/15.5in | VP1340RW | 5000009034 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP1550RW | 5000009030 |
| Single Direction Plates | AP1550R | 5000009538 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP1550R | 5000009029 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 13 kN, 400mm/15.5in | VP1340R | 5000009033 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 20 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP2050R | 5000009088 |
| Basic floor saw, ø 450mm/18in | BFS 1345B | 5000008909, 5000610142 |
| Petrol Floor Saw BFS 1350L | BFS 1350L | 5000008936 |
| Single Direction Asphalt Plate | VP2050RW | 5000009511 |
| BFS 1345 SAW,BZ | BFS 1345BZ | 5000610243 |
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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