The Wacker Neuson Piston is a genuine OEM component designed for a broad range of Wacker Neuson equipment, including VP and WP series single-direction vibratory plate compactors, BPU reversible vibratory plates, BFS floor saws, PT2 trash pumps, and GPi/GPSi portable inverter generators. As a direct OEM replacement, this piston is manufactured to the same specifications as the original, ensuring proper fit and function across all compatible machine families. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, part number carries the same tolerances and material standards as the part it replaces. With fitment spanning the VP1340, VP1550, VP2050, WP1540, WP1550, WP2050, and additional WPP and CT series machines, this is a high-utility piston that covers a wide cross-section of Wacker Neuson equipment in a single part number.
Key Features
- OEM Dimensional Accuracy — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original bore and stroke tolerances, ensuring correct compression and mechanical fit within the engine or pump cylinder bore.
- Wide Cross-Machine Fitment — A single part number covers VP, WP, WPP, BPU, BFS, PT2, CT, and GP series machines, making 5000208296 a practical stock item for multi-machine fleets.
- Drop-In Engine Replacement — Designed to install using standard piston pin and ring service procedures with no special tooling beyond a ring compressor — fits as the OEM piston did from the factory.
- Sustained Power Output — A correctly fitted piston maintains proper cylinder compression, which is critical for consistent engine power in compactors, saws, pumps, and generators. A worn or damaged piston leads to compression loss, rough running, and increased fuel consumption.
- Fuel System Integrity — Maintaining correct piston-to-wall clearance prevents blow-by, which can contaminate the crankcase oil and accelerate wear on surrounding engine components.
The piston is the reciprocating component inside the engine cylinder that transfers combustion force to the crankshaft via the connecting rod. It seals the combustion chamber on the power stroke and expels exhaust gases on the return stroke, making it one of the highest-stress components in any small engine. When a piston becomes worn, scored, or cracked — through overheating, lack of lubrication, or extended service hours — the engine loses compression, burns oil, and delivers less power to the machine. Replacing a worn piston with a genuine OEM unit restores full compression and allows the engine to perform as it was designed.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000208296 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0208296 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Piston |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| PT2 Pump | PT2 | 5000009318, 5000009319, 5000009320 |
| CT36-6 Trowel | CT36-6 | 5000009443, 5000620830 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 13 kN, 400mm/15.5in | VP1340RW | 5000009034 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP1550RW | 5000009030 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 13 kN, 400mm/15.5in | VP1340R | 5000009033 |
| VP1340W VIBROPLATE | VP1340W | 5000008706, 5000630051 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP1550R | 5000009029, 5000630056 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 20 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP2050R | 5000009088, 5000630063 |
| VP1550W VIBROPLATE | VP1550W | 5000008708, 5000630013, 5000630053 |
| VP1340 Single Direction Vibratory Plate | VP1340 | 5000008705, 5000630050 |
| Single Direction Plate | VPR70 | 5000006909 |
| WP1540W VIBROPLATE | WP1540W | 5000009326, 5000630018, 5000009547, 5000630066 |
| VP1550 VIBROPLATE | VP1550 | 5000008707, 5000630052 |
| WP1550W VIBROPLATE | WP1550W | 5000009324, 5000009548, 5000630020, 5000630064 |
| WP1550 VIBROPLATE | WP1550 | 5000009325, 5000630065 |
| WP1540 VIBROPLATE | WP1540 | 5000009327, 5000630067 |
| Value Vibratory Plate | VP2050I | 5000009541 |
| BFS12 FLOOR SAW | BFS12 | 5000630000 |
| WP 2050W | WP2050W | 5000630023 |
| WPP 1540W | WPP1540W | 5000630027 |
| WPP 1550W | WPP1550W | 5000630031 |
| WPP 1550Ww | WPP1550Ww | 5000630032 |
| WPP 1540Ww | WPP1540Ww | 5000630028 |
| Single Direction Asphalt Plate | VP2050RW | 5000009511 |
| VP2050W VIBROPLATE | VP2050W | 5000009537 |
| Walk-behind Rollers | RS600 | 5000630194, 5000630136 |
| Modular Internal Vibrators | RD 3.7 | 5000006908 |
| 500mm/50in, 20kN Value Vibrato ry Plate | VP2050 | 5000009530 |
| Single Direction Plates | VP1340W-L | 5000630001 |
| Single Direction Plates | VP1340W-LL | 5000630002 |
| Single Direction Plates | VP1340W-LF | 5000630003 |
| Floor Saws | BFS1214 | 5000630004, 5000630093 |
| Single Direction Plate | WP1550Ww | 5000630113 |
| Single Direction Plate | WP2050Ww | 5000630116 |
| VP1340W VIBROPLATE, W/WHEEL KIT | VP1340W w/WH | 5000630121 |
| Floor Saw | BFS 12 | 5000630092 |
| Single Direction Plate | WP1540Ww | 5000630111 |
| Gas Reversible Vibratory Plate ,25 kN,40cm/16in | BPU 2540 | 5000008954 |
| Floor Saw | BFSX1214 | 5000630101 |
| Floor Saws | BFS 614B | 5000009526 |
| Portable Inverter Generator | GPi3200 | 5000620779, 5000620960, 5000620781 |
| Portable Inverter Generator | GPSi3200 | 5000620780, 5000620961, 5000620936 |
| Generator GH 3500 | GH3500 | 5000610079 |
| High Frequency Demolitionset | TEH 1 | 5000610241 |
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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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