The Wacker Neuson Cylinder Head Gasket is a genuine OEM component designed for the DPU 100-70 and DPU 100-70Le series reversible vibratory plate compactors. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this gasket delivers an exact match to the original part, ensuring a proper seal between the cylinder head and engine block. It fits the DPU 100-70, DPU 100-70Le, and DPU 100-70Les models, making it a straightforward service replacement for technicians and operators maintaining these heavy-duty diesel reversible plates.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Sealing Integrity — Manufactured to the same material and compression specifications as the original, ensuring consistent combustion chamber sealing across the engine's service life.
- Direct Engine Replacement — Engineered to drop into the existing cylinder head mounting position on the DPU 100-70 engine without rework or shimming.
- Broad DPU 100-70 Series Coverage — Confirmed fitment across the DPU 100-70, DPU 100-70Le, and DPU 100-70Les reversible vibratory plate compactors.
- Combustion Efficiency Maintained — A correctly seated head gasket preserves compression and prevents coolant or oil intrusion into the combustion chamber, keeping the engine running at full power output.
- Fuel and Oil Containment — A failed head gasket can allow oil or combustion gases to escape, posing a fire and performance risk; replacing with a genuine OEM gasket restores proper containment and safe operation.
The cylinder head gasket forms a critical pressure seal between the engine's cylinder head and the engine block. It must withstand extreme heat and combustion pressure cycling while preventing the mixing of combustion gases, engine oil, and coolant. When a head gasket fails — whether through heat damage, improper torque, or age — the engine may lose compression, consume oil, or overheat rapidly, leading to significant engine damage if left unaddressed. Replacing the 5000208941 with a genuine Wacker Neuson part restores the correct sealing surface and keeps the DPU 100-70 series compactor performing at full capacity.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000208941 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0208941 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Cylinder Head Gasket |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| DPU 100-70Le VIBROPLATE | DPU 100-70 | 5000610320, 5000008991 |
| DPU100-70Le Reversible Vibratory Plate | DPU 100-70Les | 5000610344 |
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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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