The Wacker Neuson Governor Weight is a genuine OEM component designed for the RD7Ye tandem roller, DPU4045Yeh vibratory plate, DPU40Yeh, DPU45Yeh, and RD10Yehf series machines. As a direct-sourced OEM part, the meets the original engineering specifications set by Wacker Neuson, ensuring it seats and functions exactly as the factory-installed component. Compatibility spans a broad range of RD7Ye walk-behind rollers and DPU vibratory plates across both US and EU configurations, making it a go-to replacement for fleet operators and service technicians working across multiple machine variants. Confirm your model number against the fitment list before ordering to ensure a correct match.
Key Features
- OEM-Spec Centrifugal Mass Tolerance — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original weight and balance specifications, so engine speed regulation behaves exactly as designed.
- Drop-In Replacement — Engineered to mount directly onto the governor assembly without reworking the carrier or linkage, keeping the repair straightforward.
- Broad Series Fitment — Compatible with RD7Ye tandem and walk-behind rollers, DPU4045Yeh, DPU4045Yehzf, DPU40Yeh, DPU45Yeh (US and EU), and RD10Yehf LRC machines.
- Stable RPM Under Load — A correctly weighted governor arm keeps engine speed consistent when compaction loads spike, protecting both output quality and engine longevity.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson Part — Sourced directly through the Wacker Neuson OEM supply chain, so part number 5000217882 is traceable and backed by the manufacturer.
A governor weight is a small rotating mass mounted on the engine's governor assembly. As engine speed rises, centrifugal force pushes the weights outward, mechanically signaling the fuel system to reduce throttle input and hold a steady RPM. On vibratory plates and rollers, consistent engine speed is critical — fluctuating RPMs translate directly into uneven compaction force and reduced surface quality. When a governor weight wears, chips, or loses mass, the governor loses its ability to regulate speed accurately, causing the engine to hunt, surge, or fail to hold the set operating RPM under load.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000217882 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0217882 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Governor Weight |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| RD7Ye Tandem Roller | RD7Ye | 5100027116, 5100027117, 5100038032, 5100048340 |
| DPU45Yeh US | DPU45Yeh US | 5100063121 |
| V.Plate DPU 4045Ye | DPU 4045YE | 5000610181 |
| DPU4045Yeh | DPU4045Yeh | 5100009662 |
| DPU4045Yeh LRC | DPU4045Yeh LRC | 5100063118 |
| DPU4045Yehzf LRC | DPU4045Yehzf LRC | 5100063120 |
| DPU40Yeh US | DPU40Yeh US | 5100063124 |
| DPU40Yeh EU | DPU40Yeh EU | 5100068379 |
| DPU45Yeh EU | DPU45Yeh EU | 5100068380 |
| Vibratory Plate DPU 4045Ye | DPU 4045Ye | 5000610350 |
| RD7Yehf HRC | RD7Yehf HRC | 5100006337, 5100006341 |
| DPU4045YE | DPU4045Ye | 5100016954 |
| RD7Yeh LRC | RD7Yeh LRC | 5100006335 |
| RD7Yeh HRC | RD7Yeh HRC | 5100006336, 5100006467 |
| RD7Yehf LRC | RD7Yehf LRC | 5100006340 |
| RD7Yehfb LRC | RD7Yehfb LRC | 5100006345 |
| RD7Yehfb HRC | RD7Yehfb HRC | 5100006346 |
| Vibrationsplatte | DPU4045Yehzf | 5100022113 |
| DPU4045Yeh EU | DPU4045Yeh EU | 5100063123 |
| RD10Yehf LRC | RD10Yehf LRC | 5100070502 |
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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