The Wacker Neuson Ratchet is a genuine OEM component designed for the VP2050Y vibratory soil plate, DPU 4045YE vibratory plate, and DS70Y series compaction equipment. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this ratchet matches the original part in every dimension and specification, ensuring a straight swap with no guesswork. It is confirmed compatible across multiple configurations of the DPU 4045YE and DS70Y lines, including the DPU4045YEH and DS70Y 13in LRC variants. When you order the, you're getting the same part that left the factory floor — no substitutions, no compromises.
Key Features
- OEM Ratchet Engagement Integrity — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's exact tooth profile and pawl tension spec, so the ratchet engages and holds under the cyclic loads of compaction operation without slipping or skipping.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement — Matches the original mounting points and interface dimensions of the 5000213252, allowing straightforward installation without machining or adaptation.
- Broad Vibratory Plate Coverage — Fits the VP2050Y, DPU 4045YE (including YEH and YEHZF variants), and DS70Y 13in and DS70Y 13in LRC models, covering a wide range of Wacker Neuson compaction equipment in a single part number.
- Sustained Compaction Force Transfer — A correctly functioning ratchet maintains consistent drive engagement so the plate delivers full compaction energy to the ground; a worn or failed ratchet causes slipping, loss of drive, and uneven compaction results.
- Genuine OEM Confidence — Supplied as an authentic Wacker Neuson part, not a generic substitute, so fit, finish, and material grade are verified against the original engineering drawings.
A ratchet is a mechanical device that allows rotational motion in one direction while preventing reverse rotation, using a toothed wheel and a spring-loaded pawl to lock position under load. In vibratory compaction equipment, the ratchet plays a key role in the drive and control mechanism, ensuring power is transferred consistently in the correct direction without back-slipping. When a ratchet wears out or fails, the drive system can lose engagement, resulting in reduced compaction efficiency, irregular plate movement, or a complete loss of forward drive — all of which bring work to a halt and can stress adjacent drivetrain components.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000213252 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0213252 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Ratchet |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Vibratory Soil Plate, 20 kN | VP2050Y | 5000009515 |
| V.Plate DPU 4045Ye | DPU 4045YE | 5000610181 |
| DPU4045Yeh | DPU4045Yeh | 5100009662 |
| Vibratory Plate DPU 4045Ye | DPU 4045Ye | 5000610350 |
| DPU4045YE | DPU4045Ye | 5100016954 |
| DS70 | DS70Y 13in | 5100060830 |
| Vibrationsplatte | DPU4045Yehzf | 5100022113 |
| DS70 | DS70Y 13in LRC | 5100065736 |
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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