The Wacker Neuson Set of Piston Rings is a genuine OEM set of piston rings designed for the DPU6555Heh and DPU6555Hech vibration plate compactors. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this set delivers the exact ring dimensions, material grade, and tension specification required to restore proper compression and oil control in the engine. Verified against models DPU6555Heh US and DPU6555Hech US, the drops in as a direct OEM replacement with no guesswork on fitment. Keeping the correct rings in service protects the engine from accelerated wear and helps the machine deliver consistent compaction performance on every job.
Key Features
- OEM Ring Geometry and Tension — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson specification for correct radial pressure against the cylinder wall, ensuring proper compression seal and oil control from the first start.
- Direct OEM Replacement — Installs into the piston grooves exactly as the original set, matching groove width, ring gap clearance, and end-gap tolerances for a straightforward engine rebuild.
- Confirmed Fitment for DPU6555 Series — Compatible with DPU6555Heh US and DPU6555Hech US vibration plate compactors; verify your model number before ordering.
- Restores Engine Compression — Worn or broken piston rings cause loss of compression, increased oil consumption, and hard starting; replacing with a genuine set brings cylinder pressure back to spec.
- Fuel Efficiency and Emission Integrity — Correctly seated rings maintain the combustion chamber seal, preventing blow-by that wastes fuel and degrades exhaust emissions compliance on regulated equipment.
Piston rings form a dynamic seal between the piston and the cylinder wall, keeping combustion gases above the piston to generate power while preventing engine oil from entering the combustion chamber. A full set typically includes a compression ring to hold pressure, a second compression ring to assist sealing, and an oil control ring to regulate the thin film of lubricant on the cylinder wall. When rings wear, lose tension, or break, the engine loses compression, burns oil, produces blue smoke, and struggles to develop the power the machine needs to compact effectively — making timely ring replacement one of the most important engine rebuild steps.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100062258 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Set of Piston Rings |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| DPU6555Heh US | DPU6555Heh US | 5100058447 |
| DPU6555Hech US | DPU6555Hech US | 5100062487 |
| Vibration Plate | DPU6555Hehapn | 5100079579 |
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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