The Wacker Neuson Roller Drum is a genuine OEM component designed for the RD18-100, RD18-100c, and RD18 series tandem and vibration rollers. As a direct factory replacement, it restores the compaction surface to its original specification, ensuring the drum interfaces correctly with the machine's drive and vibration systems without any fitment guesswork. Confirmed compatible across multiple RD18-100 variants — including the RD18-100 US, RD18-100 SE, RD18-100c, RD18-100.3, and RD18-100c.3 — this part covers the full RD18-100 production range. When you need to get your compaction equipment back on the ground and performing, sourcing the correct OEM drum is the only call worth making.
Key Features
- OEM Surface Geometry and Steel Grade — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original drum profile and steel specification, so compaction contact area and ground pressure remain consistent with the machine's design output.
- Direct Bolt-On Replacement — Machined to match original mounting flanges, bearing seats, and drive connections, allowing straightforward installation without reworking mounting hardware.
- Broad RD18-100 Series Coverage — Fits RD18-100, RD18-100 US, RD18-100 SE, RD18-100c, RD18-100.3, and RD18-100c.3 models, making it the correct choice across the full RD18-100 platform.
- Restored Compaction Efficiency — A worn or damaged drum shell reduces effective ground contact, leading to uneven compaction passes and rework. Replacing with a genuine drum brings compaction performance back to rated output.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson Part — Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson's OEM supply chain under part number 5100012494, so you know exactly what you're fitting.
The roller drum is the primary working component of a compaction roller — it is the large cylindrical steel shell that contacts the ground surface and transmits both static weight and vibratory force into the material being compacted. On tandem rollers like the RD18-100 series, the drum must maintain precise balance and concentricity to transfer vibration energy evenly across the full drum width. When a drum becomes dented, cracked, or worn through impact or heavy use, it disrupts that energy transfer, producing inconsistent compaction density and visible surface defects in asphalt or sub-base material.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100012494 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Roller Drum |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| RD18-100 Tandem Roller | RD18-100 | 5100011383, 5100047361, 5100055775 |
| RD18-100 Tandem Roller | RD18-100 US | 5100027573 |
| Vibration Roller | RD18-100 SE | 5100044989 |
| RD18-100c | RD18-100c | 5100055776 |
| RD18 | RD18-100.3 | 5100055947 |
| RD18-100c.3 | RD18-100c.3 | 5100055948 |
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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