The Wacker Neuson Piston Complete is a genuine OEM Piston Complete designed for the DPU 2540H, DPU 2550H, DPU 2560H, DPS1850H, DPS2050H, and DPS3060Hv series reversible plate compactors. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this assembly meets the exact tolerances and material specifications set at the factory for these machines. Confirmed fitment spans the full DPU 2500-series and DPS1850H through DPS3060Hv model range, making it the correct choice whether you are servicing a standard or heavy-duty configuration. Installing the right OEM piston assembly keeps your compactor running at full compaction force and protects the surrounding engine components from accelerated wear.
Key Features
- OEM Piston Tolerancing: — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's exact bore diameter and ring-groove specifications, ensuring correct compression and combustion efficiency in these Honda-powered plate compactors.
- Drop-In Engine Replacement: — Engineered as a complete piston assembly, this unit installs directly into the cylinder bore of compatible DPU and DPS models without machining or adapting.
- Broad DPU and DPS Series Fitment: — Covers DPU 2540H, DPU 2550H, DPU 2560H, DPU 2560H-TS, DPS1850H (Asphalt, Basic, and Vario), DPS2050H, DPS2050Hw, and DPS3060Hv models.
- Restores Full Compaction Output: — A worn or damaged piston causes loss of compression, rough running, and reduced centrifugal force at the plate. Replacing it with part 5000215769 restores the engine's ability to drive the exciter unit at rated speed and impact.
- Fuel System Integrity: — Proper piston ring sealing prevents blow-by that can contaminate the crankcase oil and cause fuel dilution, protecting the engine from internal damage over extended service intervals.
The piston is the reciprocating heart of a four-stroke engine — it transfers the energy released during combustion into the rotary motion that powers the plate compactor's exciter mechanism. As the piston travels up and down the cylinder bore, its rings maintain a gas-tight seal that preserves compression and prevents oil from entering the combustion chamber. When a piston wears, cracks, or loses ring tension, compression drops, the engine struggles to reach operating speed, and compaction performance suffers noticeably. Replacing the assembly promptly with a correctly specified part prevents secondary damage to the cylinder bore, connecting rod, and bearings.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000215769 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0215769 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Piston Complete |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| DPU2540H | DPU 2540H | 5000610035 |
| DPU 2550H | DPU 2550H | 5000610036 |
| DPU 2560H | DPU 2560H | 5000610037 |
| DPU 2560H-TS | DPU 2560H-TS | 5000610038 |
| DPS1850H Asphalt | DPS1850H Asphalt | 5000610033 |
| DPS1850H Basic | DPS1850H Basic | 5000610032 |
| DPS1850H Vario | DPS1850H Vario | 5000610034 |
| DPS2050H | DPS2050H | 5100061223 |
| DPS2050Hw | DPS2050Hw | 5100061224 |
| DPS3060Hv | DPS3060Hv | 5100016643 |
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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