The Wacker Neuson Inlet Gasket is a genuine OEM component designed for ML440 Light Towers and MG5 series Portable Generators. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this part meets the same specifications as the original installed at the factory, ensuring a consistent, leak-free seal every time. Compatibility spans a wide range of ML440 and MG5 configurations, including MG5sd and MG5d variants, making it the correct choice for a broad fleet of Wacker Neuson equipment. When you need to restore proper inlet sealing on your machine, the is the part to reach for.
Key Features
- OEM-Grade Sealing Material — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original material and compression specifications, so the inlet seal performs exactly as it did when the machine left the assembly line.
- Drop-In Replacement — Matches the original inlet gasket profile and bolt pattern, seating correctly against the inlet mating surfaces without trimming or reworking.
- Broad Fitment Coverage — Compatible with ML440 Light Tower and MG5 Portable Generator series, including MG5sd and MG5d variants across multiple build configurations.
- Maintains Proper Fuel and Air Inlet Integrity — A correctly seated inlet gasket prevents unmetered air or fuel leaks that can throw off engine mixture, cause hard starting, or lead to rough running at load.
- Fuel System Safety — Inlet gasket failures in generator and light tower applications can introduce leak points in the fuel circuit. Using a genuine OEM replacement keeps the fuel path sealed and compliant with safe operating standards.
The inlet gasket forms an airtight and fuel-tight seal at the junction between the inlet manifold or carburetor and the engine block. It prevents unmetered air from entering the combustion charge and stops fuel vapors from escaping the fuel circuit — both of which are critical to stable engine operation. When an inlet gasket deteriorates, cracks, or is compressed unevenly, the result is typically an erratic idle, loss of power under load, or a fuel smell around the engine — all signs the gasket needs immediate replacement.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000404175 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0404175 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Inlet Gasket |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Light Towers | ML440 | 5000630117, 5000630204, 5000630323, 5000630324, 5000630325, 5000630327 |
| Portable Generators | MG5 | 5000630137, 5000630143, 5000630233, 5000630254, 5000630224, 5000630229, 5000630237, 5000630239, 5000630252, 5000630308, 5000630310, 5000630334 |
| Portable Generators | MG5sd | 5000630202, 5000630214, 5000630236 |
| MG5 Generator | MG5d | 5000630211 |
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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