The Wacker Neuson 5100023298 Gas Spring is a genuine OEM component designed for the RC50 and RC70 series single drum soil compactors, including padfoot, vibration roller, and cab or ROPS configured variants. As a direct OEM replacement, this gas spring is manufactured to the same specifications as the original part, ensuring correct fitment across a wide range of RC-series configurations including DPF, CAB, ROPS, US, and VO models. This part is backed by Wacker Neuson's OEM supply chain, giving operators and fleet managers confidence that they are installing the correct component the first time.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction: — Engineered to match the original gas spring's extension force, stroke length, and end-fitting geometry — critical for consistent hood or access panel operation in demanding compaction environments.
- Drop-In Replacement: — Mounts to the same anchor points as the factory-installed unit, with matching end fittings that connect directly without modification to brackets or hardware.
- Broad RC-Series Compatibility: — Fits RC50, RC50p, RC70, RC70p, and RC70vo configurations across standard, DPF, CAB, ROPS, and US variants, covering a wide range of Wacker Neuson single drum soil compactor builds.
- Sustained Support Force: — A properly functioning gas spring holds access panels or engine hoods securely open during service intervals, allowing safe hands-free access to the engine bay and maintenance points.
- Operational Safety: — A failed or weakened gas spring can cause hoods or panels to drop unexpectedly during maintenance. Replacing a worn unit restores the controlled, supported movement the machine was designed to provide.
A gas spring is a sealed pneumatic strut that uses compressed gas to generate a controlled extension force, supporting and holding hinged access panels, engine hoods, or covers in the open position without the need for a prop rod. On the RC50 and RC70 series single drum soil compactors, the gas spring holds the engine access hood open during routine maintenance and inspection. When a gas spring loses its charge or develops a seal leak, it can no longer support the hood's weight, creating a drop hazard during service work and slowing down maintenance tasks. Timely replacement with the correct OEM unit restores safe, hands-free panel support and keeps service intervals running smoothly.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100023298 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Gas Spring |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| RC70p Single Drum Soil Compactor | RC70p US | 5100027579, 5100047416 |
| RC50 | RC50 DPF ROPS | 5100064256 |
| RC50p | RC50p DPF ROPS | 5100064258 |
| RC70 US | RC70 US | 5100047415, 5100027577 |
| RC50p | RC50p | 5100047389 |
| RC70p | RC70p DPF CAB | 5100064261 |
| RC70vo | RC70vo DPF CAB | 5100064263 |
| RC50 | RC50 DPF CAB | 5100064255 |
| Vibration Roller | RC70 VO US | 5100027578 |
| RC50 US | RC50 US | 5100047413, 5100027575 |
| Single drum soil compactor RC70P | RC70P | 5100021298 |
| RC50p | RC50p DPF CAB | 5100064257 |
| RC70p | RC70p DPF ROPS | 5100064262 |
| Single drum soil compactor RC70 | RC70 | 5100021297, 5100047410 |
| Single drum soil compactor RC50 | RC50 | 5100021295, 5100047388 |
| RC70 | RC70 DPF CAB | 5100064259 |
| Single drum soil compactor RC50P | RC50P | 5100021296 |
| Single drum soil compactor RC70VO | RC70VO | 5100021299 |
| RC70p | RC70p | 5100047411 |
| RC70vo | RC70vo | 5100047412 |
| RC70 | RC70 DPF ROPS | 5100064260 |
| RC50p Single Drum Soil Compactor | RC50p US | 5100027576, 5100047414 |
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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