Wacker Neuson 5100012170 Front Frame Part

The Wacker Neuson 5100012170 is a genuine OEM Front Frame Part designed for the RD18-80, RD24-100, RD27-120, and RD28-120 series walk-behind and ride-on articulated tandem rollers. As a direct OEM replacement sourced from Wacker Neuson, this part is manufactured to the same specifications as the original component installed at the factory, ensuring a correct fit across the full range of compatible RD-series machines. Coverage extends to standard, combo (C), and offset (O) configurations within the RD24-100, RD27-120, and RD28-120 families, making this a versatile structural replacement for a wide segment of the tandem roller lineup.

Key Features

• Genuine OEM Structural Integrity — Manufactured to the same material and dimensional standards as the original front frame component, maintaining the structural rigidity the RD-series articulated roller depends on.
• Broad RD-Series Compatibility — Fits RD18-80, RD24-100, RD27-120, and RD28-120 tandem rollers across standard, C (combo), and O (offset drum) variants, including US-market and .3-series models.
• Drop-In Replacement — Engineered to align with OEM mounting points and hardware interfaces, allowing reinstallation without modification to surrounding components or frame hardware.
• Preserves Articulation Function — A correctly fitted front frame maintains proper machine articulation geometry, which directly affects drum tracking, steering response, and compaction pattern accuracy on asphalt and soil.
• Structural Safety Relevance — The front frame is a load-bearing structural element. Using a genuine OEM replacement ensures the frame meets the original structural ratings for a machine operating under compaction loads and dynamic vibration forces.

The front frame is a primary structural component of the tandem roller's chassis, forming the forward section of the articulated body that houses the front drum assembly and connects to the machine's steering and articulation joint. It bears the compaction forces transmitted through the front drum during operation and maintains alignment between the drum, drive system, and operator platform. When the front frame is cracked, bent, or otherwise compromised, it can cause misalignment of the front drum, erratic steering behavior, and accelerated wear on surrounding components — making prompt replacement critical to safe and accurate compaction work.

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Compatibility & Fitment

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