The Wacker Neuson Left Ballast Cover is a genuine OEM structural panel designed for the LTN6C, LTN6L, LTN6K, and LTN8K series light towers. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this part meets the exact specifications of the original component installed at the factory. It is engineered to fit a wide range of LTN6 and LTN8 configurations, including standard, cold weather, racked, and Tier 4 Final variants across multiple engine options — Caterpillar, Kohler (Lombardini), and Kubota. Part number is the correct left-hand side replacement, cross-referenced against superseding part.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Panel Construction — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original material and dimensional specifications, ensuring the cover fits flush and provides the same structural protection as the original.
- Left-Hand Side Specific — Designed exclusively for the left (LH) ballast position; correctly handed fitment means no trimming, bending, or field modification to make it seat properly.
- Broad LTN6 and LTN8 Series Coverage — Compatible with a wide range of LTN6C, LTN6L, LTN6K, LTN6LE, and LTN8K light tower configurations across 50 Hz and 60 Hz variants, racked units, and cold-weather builds.
- Ballast Area Protection — Shields the ballast compartment from jobsite debris, impact, and weather exposure, helping preserve the structural integrity of the tower base over extended service life.
- Supersession Reference Included — Cross-referenced to updated part number 5000176420, so you can confidently confirm this is the correct current replacement for older parts lists and service manuals.
The ballast cover on a Wacker Neuson light tower serves as a protective enclosure panel for the ballast compartment at the base of the mast assembly. This compartment houses counterweight material that stabilizes the tower when the mast is raised and the light head is extended at working height. A damaged, cracked, or missing ballast cover exposes the compartment to impact, moisture ingress, and debris accumulation — any of which can compromise the structural condition of the base or create a safety concern during setup and operation. Replacing a worn or damaged cover restores the tower's weatherproofing and keeps the ballast area properly enclosed during transport and deployment.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000172860 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0172860 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Left Ballast Cover |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| LTN6C, CATERPILLAR | LTN6C | 5000620118, 5000620551, 5000620728, 5000620555, 5200004091, 5200022157 |
| LTN6C-P LIGHT TOWER,60 HZ | LTN6C-P | 5000620298 |
| LTN6L, KOHLER (LOMBARDINI) | LTN6L | 5000620117, 5000620121, 5000620727, 5000620550, 5000620552, 5000620553, 5200004090, 5200004768, 5200012438, 5200017094, 5200017095, 5200022155, 5100027056 |
| LTN6L-P LIGHT TOWER,60 HZ | LTN6L-P | 5000620297 |
| LTN6K Light Tower | LTN6K | 5000620734, 5200022156, 5200022147 |
| LTN8K, KUBOTA | LTN8K | 5000620893, 5000620939 |
| LTN6L 50 Hz Non CE. Custom | LTC6L | 5000620559 |
| LTN6K LIGHT TOWER, CUSTOM, Tier 4F | LTN6K-LT | 5000620938, 5200004092, 5200004769 |
| LTN6K-V S, KUBOTA, 120/240V | LTN6K-V S | 5200018537, 5200018550, 5200018553, 5200023197 |
| LTN8K-V LIGHT TOWER,60HZ | LTN8K-V | 5200002727, 5200002728 |
| LTN6L-V LIGHT TOWER,50HZ | LTN6L-V | 5200002720, 5200002721, 5200002716, 5200002717, 5200002718, 5200002719, 5200017102, 5200019283 |
| LTN6K-V LIGHT TOWER,60HZ | LTN6K-V | 5200002722, 5200002726 |
| LTN8K LIGHT TOWER, COLD WEATHER, Tier 4F | LTN8K-LT | 5200004093 |
| LTN6L-V S, KOHLER (LOMBARDINI) | LTN6L-V S | 5200018536, 5200018539, 5200018573, 5200018552, 5200023687, 5200023688, 5200023689, 5200018576 |
| LTN8K-V S, KUBOTA, 120/240V | LTN8K-V S | 5200018538, 5200018551, 5200018554, 5200023198 |
| LTN6LE-V 50 Hz CE 230 V LED | LTN6LE-V | 5200019285, 5200019140 |
| LTN6L 50 Hz CE- RACKED | LTN6LE | 5200019142, 5200019143 |
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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