The Wacker Neuson Piston Complete is a genuine OEM component designed for the DPU 100-70 and DPU 100-70Le reversible vibratory plate compactors. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this piston assembly meets the exact tolerances and material specifications of the original production part. It is a direct-fit replacement for both the standard DPU 100-70 and the Le-series variant, ensuring proper engine performance without guesswork on fitment. Verify your machine's model number before ordering to confirm compatibility.
Key Features
- OEM-Grade Piston Tolerancing — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original bore-fit and ring-land specifications, maintaining correct compression and combustion efficiency in the engine.
- Complete Assembly — Supplied as a fully assembled piston unit, so all sub-components arrive together and ready for installation as a matched set.
- Direct Fitment for DPU 100-70 Series — Confirmed compatibility with the DPU 100-70 and DPU 100-70Le reversible vibratory plate compactors — two of the heaviest-duty diesel-powered plates in the DPU lineup.
- Restores Full Compaction Power — A worn or damaged piston leads to lost compression, hard starting, and reduced centrifugal force output. Replacing it with a correct-spec part brings the plate back to its rated compaction performance.
- Genuine OEM Part — Carries Wacker Neuson's part number 5000208892, giving you confidence that what you're installing matches the original component specification exactly.
The piston is a core reciprocating component inside the engine's cylinder, converting combustion pressure into the crankshaft rotation that ultimately drives the exciter unit and produces the plate's compaction force. In a diesel-powered reversible plate like the DPU 100-70, a correctly sealing piston is essential for achieving full compression — without it, the engine struggles to start, runs poorly, and cannot deliver the centrifugal output needed for effective soil and aggregate compaction. A worn or cracked piston typically results in blow-by, excessive exhaust smoke, and a noticeable drop in compaction depth, making timely replacement critical to keeping the machine productive.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000208892 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0208892 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Piston Complete |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| DPU100-70 VIBROPLATE | DPU 100-70 | 5000008991, 5000610320 |
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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