The Wacker Neuson Cylinder Head Gasket is a genuine OEM component designed for the DPU 100-70 and DPU 100-70Le reversible vibratory plate compactors. As a factory-sourced part, it meets the same material and sealing specifications as the original, ensuring a proper fit between the cylinder head and engine block. This gasket is the correct replacement for both the standard DPU 100-70 and the DPU 100-70Le variants, so you can order with confidence knowing it matches your machine's configuration.
Key Features
- OEM Sealing Integrity — Manufactured to the same compression and material grade as the original, maintaining a leak-free combustion chamber seal under the high cylinder pressures of diesel-powered compaction equipment.
- Direct Head-to-Block Fit — Engineered to the exact bore diameter, bolt pattern, and port layout of the DPU 100-70 engine, so it seats correctly without trimming or adjustment.
- Confirmed Fitment — Compatible with the DPU 100-70 and DPU 100-70Le reversible plate compactors, covering both machine configurations within this model family.
- Sustained Engine Performance — A sound cylinder head gasket maintains proper compression and prevents coolant or oil intrusion into the combustion chamber; a failed gasket leads to power loss, overheating, and potential engine damage.
- Fuel and Combustion Safety — A correctly seated head gasket prevents combustion gases from escaping past the cylinder head — critical for safe, stable engine operation in heavy-duty compaction applications.
The cylinder head gasket forms a critical seal between the engine's cylinder head and the engine block, containing combustion pressure and preventing oil or coolant from mixing with combustion gases. On a diesel-powered machine like the DPU 100-70, this gasket must withstand high compression ratios and thermal cycling through long work shifts. When the gasket fails — whether through age, overheating, or improper torque — compression drops, performance suffers, and continued operation risks serious internal engine damage. Replacing it promptly with a correctly specified part like the Wacker Neuson 5000208938 restores the engine's sealed integrity and protects the investment in the machine.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000208938 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0208938 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Cylinder Head Gasket |
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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