Wacker Neuson 5100069051 Gear Crown

The Wacker Neuson Gear Crown is a genuine OEM component designed for the DPU6555Heh, DPU6555Hech, DPU5545Heh, DPU5260Hehb+, and DPU6275Hehb+ series reversible plate compactors sold in the US market. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this part meets the same specifications as the unit installed at the factory — no guesswork on fit or compatibility. It is confirmed to cross-reference against multiple machine configurations across the DPU5000 and DPU6000 series, making it the correct choice for technicians servicing these compactors. Keep the original part number on hand when ordering to ensure you receive the right gear crown for your machine.

Key Features

• OEM Tooth Profile Accuracy — Manufactured to the exact gear geometry specified by Wacker Neuson, ensuring correct mesh engagement and load transfer within the drive system.
• Direct Drop-In Replacement — Engineered to the same dimensions and interface as the original, so it seats and aligns without reworking surrounding components.
• Broad DPU Series Compatibility — Fits the DPU6555Heh, DPU6555Hech, DPU5545Heh, DPU5260Hehb+, and DPU6275Hehb+ US-market plate compactors under a single part number.
• Sustained Drive Performance — A properly functioning gear crown maintains consistent eccentric shaft rotation, which directly controls compaction force and plate movement. Worn or broken gear teeth cause erratic vibration, loss of compaction output, and accelerated damage to mating drive components.
• Genuine Wacker Neuson Quality — Produced under Wacker Neuson's OEM standards, this part carries the same material grade and heat treatment as the original, supporting the long service intervals these machines are built for.

The gear crown is a core element of the exciter unit inside a reversible plate compactor. It meshes with a drive pinion to transmit rotational force to the eccentric weights, which generate the vibration that compacts soil and granular material. When the gear crown wears or cracks, drive efficiency drops, the plate loses its characteristic vibration pattern, and continued operation risks collateral damage to the exciter housing and bearings. Replacing a damaged gear crown promptly restores full compaction output and protects the surrounding drive assembly from secondary wear.

Part Details

Compatibility & Fitment

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Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.

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