The Wacker Neuson Cylinder Head Gasket is a genuine OEM component designed for MDP3 trash pumps and MPU 29 reversible plate compactors. As a direct factory replacement, this gasket delivers the exact material grade, compression rating, and sealing geometry required by the original engine specification. Verified fitment spans multiple MDP3 and MPU 29 configurations, making it straightforward to confirm compatibility against your model number before ordering. Keep a spare on hand for planned maintenance intervals or emergency engine repairs.
Key Features
- OEM Sealing Precision — Manufactured to the original material grade and compression rating, ensuring a consistent combustion seal that aftermarket alternatives may not replicate.
- Drop-In Engine Replacement — Engineered to the exact bore pattern and thickness of the original, so it seats correctly against the cylinder head and block without any reworking.
- Broad MDP3 and MPU 29 Coverage — Confirmed fitment across multiple MDP3 trash pump variants and MPU 29 reversible plate configurations, covering a wide range of Wacker Neuson compact equipment.
- Combustion Integrity Restored — A failed or compressed head gasket causes loss of compression, overheating, and oil or coolant contamination; replacing it with this OEM part restores full engine output and operating efficiency.
- Fuel and Emissions System Compliance — A correctly sealed cylinder head maintains proper combustion chamber pressure, which directly affects fuel burn efficiency and exhaust output — important for machines operating under emissions guidelines.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson Part — Supplied as an authorized OEM component under part number 5000405045, backed by the manufacturer's parts program for verified quality assurance.
The cylinder head gasket forms the critical seal between the engine's cylinder head and the engine block, containing combustion pressure and preventing oil or coolant from entering the combustion chamber. Without an intact seal, compression leaks, engine temperatures rise rapidly, and internal contamination can cause severe damage to pistons and cylinder walls. Replacing a worn or blown head gasket promptly with the correct OEM part is one of the most important steps in preserving engine longevity on any small-engine machine.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000405045 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0405045 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Cylinder Head Gasket |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Trash Pumps | MDP3 | 5000630140, 5000630144, 5000630176, 5000630177 |
| Reversible Plates | MPU 29 | 5000630141, 5000630228 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
Why Buy From DHS Equipment
Every part is verified against the manufacturer's part number before it ships, so what you order is what arrives. We carry parts from leading OEM brands and our own DHS Quality Parts line of professional aftermarket components. Need help finding the right part? Our team is available to confirm compatibility whenever you need it. Orders are processed fast to keep your jobs on track. We don't just sell parts. We keep you jobsite ready.
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