The Wacker Neuson 5000406667 is a genuine OEM Governor Complete designed for a wide range of Wacker Neuson single-direction vibratory plate compactors, including the WP1540A, WP1550A, VP1340A, VP1550A, VP2050A, WPU1550A, and WPP series plates. As a direct OEM replacement sourced through the Wacker Neuson parts network, the 5000406667 is built to the same specification as the original unit installed at the factory. This part also covers select WP and VP series models with wheel kits, AW variants, and US-market configurations, making it one of the most broadly applicable governor assemblies in the Wacker Neuson compaction lineup. Always confirm your machine number against the fitment list before ordering to ensure compatibility with your specific unit.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Engine Speed Control: — Calibrated to the correct RPM range for Wacker Neuson Honda-powered vibratory plates, ensuring the engine holds the speed needed for consistent compaction force.
- Complete Assembly: — Supplied as a full Governor Complete unit, so you replace the entire assembly in one step rather than sourcing individual sub-components.
- Broad Vibratory Plate Coverage: — Fits WP1540A, WP1550A, VP1340A, VP1550A, VP2050A, WPU1550A, WPP series, AP series, and additional AW and US-market variants across the Wacker Neuson single-direction plate family.
- Stable Compaction Output: — A properly functioning governor holds engine speed steady under load, maintaining consistent centrifugal force through the eccentric shaft. A worn or failed governor causes erratic RPM, uneven compaction, and potential engine overload.
- Fuel System Compliance: — Correct governor function directly affects fuel delivery and throttle response; using the correct OEM specification assembly prevents over-fueling and protects the engine under sustained compaction loads.
The governor on a vibratory plate compactor is the mechanical or centrifugal device that regulates engine speed by controlling the throttle in response to changes in load. As the machine works through varying soil densities and surface conditions, the governor automatically adjusts the fuel-air mixture to keep engine RPM within the designed operating range. When the governor wears out or fails, the engine may hunt, surge, or lose power under load, which directly reduces compaction effectiveness and can accelerate engine wear. Replacing a failing governor assembly with the correct OEM unit restores precise speed regulation and protects the engine from the stress of uncontrolled RPM fluctuations.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000406667 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0406667 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Governor Complete |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Vibratory Plate, 15kN, 400mm/1 5.5in | WP1540AW | 5000008060, 5000009545, 5000630045, 5000009472 |
| Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/ 19.5in | WP1550AW | 5000007576, 5000009546, 5000630043, 5000009486 |
| WP1540A VIBROPLATE | WP1540A | 5000008061, 5000630017, 5000630046 |
| WP1550A Single Direction Vibratory Plate | WP1550A | 5000007579, 5000630019, 5000630044 |
| VP1340AW VIBROPLATE | VP1340AW | 5000009032, 5000630058 |
| VP1550AW VIBROPLATE | VP1550AW | 5000009028, 5000630055 |
| WPU1550A | WPU1550A | 5000630033, 5100071592 |
| WPU1550Aw | WPU1550Aw | 5000630034 |
| VP1550A Single Direction Vibratory Plate | VP1550A | 5000009027, 5000630054 |
| VP2050A VIBROPLATE | VP2050A | 5000009087, 5000630062 |
| VP1340A VIBROPLATE | VP1340A | 5000009031, 5000630057 |
| Single Direction Plate | VPH70 | 5000006907 |
| WPP 1550Aw | WPP1550Aw | 5000630030 |
| Single Direction Plates | AP1550AW | 5000009540 |
| WPP 1550A | WPP1550A | 5000630029 |
| WPP 1540A | WPP1540A | 5000630025 |
| Modular Internal Vibrators | HD 3.7 | 5000006906 |
| WP 2050A | WP2050A | 5000630022 |
| WPP 1540Aw | WPP1540Aw | 5000630026 |
| Single Direction Plates | AP1550A | 5000009539 |
| Single Direction Plates | WP1550Aw-L | 5000630126 |
| Single Direction Plates | WP1540Aw-L | 5000630123 |
| HP50A | HP50A | 5000009508 |
| Single Direction Plates | WP2050Aw-L | 5000630125 |
| Reversible Plates | WPU 1550A-L | 5000630124 |
| Vibratory Truss Screed, Power Section | HP100A | 5000009506 |
| VP2050AW VIBROPLATE | VP2050AW | 5000009510 |
| Single Drum Vibratory Roller | RS600A | 5000630010 |
| Single Direction Plate | WP2050Aw | 5000630115 |
| HPG50A | HPG50A | 5000009509 |
| Single Direction Plates | WP1550Aw | 5000630112 |
| VP1550AW-CN | VP1550AW-CN | 5100055200 |
| VP1550AW/WH | VP1550AW/WH | 5000630373 |
| WP1540Aw | WP1540Aw US | 5100018327 |
| Single Direction Plates | WP1540Aw | 5000630106 |
| WP1550Aw | WP1550Aw US | 5100018324 |
| WPU1550Aw | WPU1550AW | 5100071591 |
| WP1540A | WP1540A US | 5100018328 |
| VP1340AW/WH | VP1340AW/WH | 5000630374 |
| WPU1550AW-US | WPU1550AW-US | 5100069715 |
| WP1550A | WP1550A US | 5100018325 |
| WPU1550A-US | WPU1550A-US | 5100069716 |
| PT2A | PT2A | 5100058525, 5100058524 |
| Soil and Asphalt Compaction | MP15A | 5000630318 |
| BT36A | BT36A | 5100081470 |
| BT24A | BT24A | 5100081469 |
| HPG100A | HPG100A | 5000009507 |
| Modular Internal Vibrators | D3.5A2 | 5100072405 |
| Modular Internal Vibrators | D3.5A3 | 5100072402 |
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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