The Wacker Neuson Gear Hub Motor is a genuine OEM component designed for the RC50, RC50p, RC70, RC70p, and RC70VO single drum soil compactor series. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this part carries full OEM specification and is a direct replacement for the original unit installed at the factory. It fits a broad range of RC-series configurations including CAB, ROPS, DPF, and US-market variants, making it the go-to solution for operators running these machines across a wide range of job applications. If your compactor is showing drive loss, abnormal noise from the drum hub, or reduced traction performance, the Gear Hub Motor is the correct OEM replacement to restore full function.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Torque Spec Integrity — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's exact gear ratio and torque output specifications, ensuring the drum receives the correct drive force for effective soil compaction.
- Direct Bolt-In Replacement — Engineered to match the original mounting interface and hydraulic port configuration of the RC-series drum drive system for a straightforward swap.
- Broad RC-Series Compatibility — Fits RC50, RC50p, RC70, RC70p, and RC70VO variants, including CAB, ROPS, DPF, and US-specification machines across multiple production runs.
- Restored Drive Performance — A worn or failed gear hub motor causes drum slip, uneven compaction, and loss of propulsion; replacing it with the correct OEM part brings full drive output back to spec.
- Verified Part Number Fit — Part number 5100070690 is confirmed against Wacker Neuson's own parts documentation, eliminating guesswork when ordering for multiple RC-series machine configurations.
The gear hub motor is a hydraulic-driven unit that transfers rotational power from the machine's hydraulic system directly to the compactor drum, providing the drive force needed to propel the machine and maintain consistent compaction pressure. It sits at the heart of the drum's propulsion assembly, converting hydraulic flow and pressure into the mechanical torque that moves the roller forward and backward across the work surface. When the gear hub motor wears or fails, operators typically notice loss of drive at the drum, sluggish or uneven machine movement, or complete loss of propulsion — all of which halt compaction work until the unit is replaced.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100070690 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Gear Hub Motor |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Single drum soil compactor RC50 | RC50 | 5100021295, 5100047388 |
| Single drum soil compactor RC50P | RC50P | 5100021296 |
| Single drum soil compactor RC70 | RC70 | 5100021297 |
| Single drum soil compactor RC70P | RC70P | 5100021298 |
| Single drum soil compactor RC70VO | RC70VO | 5100021299 |
| RC50 Single Drum Soil Compactor | RC50 US | 5100027575, 5100047413 |
| RC50p Single Drum Soil Compactor | RC50p US | 5100027576, 5100047414 |
| RC70 Single Drum Soil Compactor | RC70 US | 5100027577 |
| Vibration Roller | RC70 VO US | 5100027578 |
| RC70p Single Drum Soil Compactor | RC70p US | 5100027579 |
| RC50p | RC50p | 5100047389 |
| RC50 | RC50 DPF CAB | 5100064255 |
| RC50 | RC50 DPF ROPS | 5100064256 |
| RC50p | RC50p DPF CAB | 5100064257 |
| RC50p | RC50p DPF ROPS | 5100064258 |
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
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