The Wacker Neuson Air Cleaner Base is a genuine OEM component designed for CRT48-35V and CRT48-37V series ride-on trowels, including Power Steer and EU variants. As a factory-sourced part, the is manufactured to the exact specifications of the original, ensuring a correct fit with no guesswork. Confirmed fitment spans the CRT48-35V, CRT48-35V Power Steer, CRT48-37V, CRT48-37V Power Steer, and their respective EU models. When it comes to air filtration components, genuine OEM quality means the base seats and seals correctly — protecting the engine from contamination from the first use.
Key Features
- OEM Sealing Integrity — Manufactured to original tolerances so the air cleaner base forms a proper, gap-free seal with the filter element and engine intake, preventing unfiltered air from bypassing the system.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement — Matches the original mounting points, port dimensions, and hardware interfaces of the factory part for a straightforward swap during service.
- Broad CRT48 Series Coverage — Fits CRT48-35V, CRT48-35V Power Steer, CRT48-37V, CRT48-37V Power Steer, and EU variants, covering a wide range of Wacker Neuson ride-on trowel configurations.
- Engine Protection Starts Here — A correctly seated air cleaner base keeps contaminants out of the combustion system; a cracked or poorly fitting base can allow dust and debris to accelerate engine wear.
- Fuel System Safety — Proper air filtration supports correct air-fuel mixture ratios; a compromised base can affect engine combustion performance and increase the risk of unregulated airflow into sensitive engine components.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson Part — Sourced directly through the Wacker Neuson OEM supply chain, carrying the same part number 5000216172 used by authorized service centers worldwide.
The air cleaner base is the structural housing that anchors the air filtration assembly to the engine intake. It holds the filter element in position and creates a sealed pathway so that only filtered air enters the engine — critical for protecting internal components from dust and abrasive particles common on finishing and flatwork sites. When the base cracks, warps, or fails to seat properly, unfiltered air can enter the engine, leading to accelerated wear on pistons, rings, and cylinder walls over time.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000216172 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0216172 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Air Cleaner Base |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| CRT48-35V | CRT48-35V | 5000620112 |
| CRT48-35V | CRT48-35V EU | 5000620807 |
| CRT48-37V Trowel | CRT48-37V | 5100024209 |
| CRT48-37V Trowel, Power Steer | CRT48-37V-PS | 5100024291 |
| CRT48-35V, Power Steer | CRT48-35V-PS | 5200016909 |
| CRT48-37V | CRT48-37V EU | 5100024290 |
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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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