The Wacker Neuson 5100031962 is a genuine OEM Head Gasket designed for the RD7Ye walk-behind tandem roller and the DPU4045Yeh, DPU40Yeh, and DPU45Yeh series reversible vibratory plate compactors. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this part meets the exact tolerances and material specifications of the original component installed at the factory. It is confirmed to fit multiple configurations across the RD7Ye and DPU4045 families, including EU, US, and LRC variants. When it's time to rebuild or reseal the engine on one of these machines, part number 5100031962 is the correct OEM replacement to specify.
Key Features
- OEM Sealing Integrity — Manufactured to the exact compression and material grade required for the Yanmar engine used across the RD7Ye and DPU4045 series, ensuring a proper combustion chamber seal.
- Direct-Fit Installation — Matches original bolt pattern and deck geometry for a straightforward drop-in replacement during engine top-end service or rebuild.
- Broad Variant Coverage — Fits RD7Ye tandem rollers and DPU4045Yeh, DPU40Yeh, and DPU45Yeh reversible plate compactors across EU, US, and LRC configurations.
- Engine Performance Protection — A sound head gasket maintains cylinder pressure and prevents coolant or oil intrusion into the combustion chamber, keeping the engine running at full power output.
- Combustion Safety Compliance — A failed head gasket can cause loss of compression, overheating, and potential engine damage; using the correct OEM gasket restores safe operating pressures.
The head gasket forms a critical seal between the engine block and the cylinder head, containing combustion gases and preventing engine fluids from mixing with or entering the combustion chamber. When a head gasket fails — through age, overheating, or improper torque — it can cause loss of compression, white exhaust smoke, overheating, or oil contamination, all of which degrade machine performance and can lead to costly engine damage. Replacing it with the correct OEM part, such as the Wacker Neuson 5100031962, restores the proper seal and returns the engine to full working condition.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100031962 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Head Gasket |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| RD7Ye Tandem Roller | RD7Ye | 5100027116, 5100027117, 5100038032, 5100048340 |
| DPU4045Yehzf LRC | DPU4045Yehzf LRC | 5100063120 |
| DPU45Yeh EU | DPU45Yeh EU | 5100068380 |
| DPU40Yeh EU | DPU40Yeh EU | 5100068379 |
| DPU4045Yeh LRC | DPU4045Yeh LRC | 5100063118 |
| DPU45Yeh US | DPU45Yeh US | 5100063121 |
| DPU4045Yeh | DPU4045Yeh | 5100009662 |
| DPU40Yeh US | DPU40Yeh US | 5100063124 |
| V.Plate DPU 4045Ye | DPU 4045YE | 5000610181 |
| DPU4045YE | DPU4045Ye | 5100016954 |
| DPU4045Yeh EU | DPU4045Yeh EU | 5100063123 |
| Vibrationsplatte | DPU4045Yehzf | 5100022113 |
| Vibratory Plate DPU 4045Ye | DPU 4045Ye | 5000610350 |
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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