The Wacker Neuson Piston Rod is a genuine OEM piston rod designed for a wide range of DPU, BPU, and APU reversible vibratory plate compactors. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this part carries the full OEM specification to ensure it seats and operates exactly as the original. Confirmed fitment spans multiple series including the DPU 2540H, DPU 3050H, DPU 3750Hts, BPU 2540A, BPU 3050A, BPU 3750Ats, and APU electric plate lines, among others. When your compactor is down, installing the correct OEM component gets you back to compacting without guesswork.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Dimensional Accuracy — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original stroke and bore specifications, ensuring the piston rod delivers the correct exciter force and compaction amplitude on every pass.
- Drop-In Replacement — Matches original mounting dimensions and connection points in the exciter housing, so installation follows the standard service procedure without rework or shimming.
- Broad Vibratory Plate Compatibility — Fits DPU 2540H through DPU 3760Hets, BPU 2540A through BPU 3750Ats, and APU 2840e through APU 3360e series plates, covering both hydraulic-drive and electric-drive variants.
- Consistent Compaction Output — A sound piston rod transmits full eccentric force to the baseplate; a worn or damaged rod causes reduced impact energy, uneven compaction, and accelerated wear on surrounding exciter components.
- Long-Term Durability in High-Cycle Operation — Built to withstand the continuous reciprocating loads inherent to vibratory plate compactors, maintaining structural integrity across extended service intervals.
The piston rod is a core component of the vibratory exciter assembly in a reversible plate compactor. It converts rotational motion from the exciter shaft into the rapid reciprocating force that drives the baseplate into the ground, producing the compaction energy the machine is built to deliver. When the piston rod wears, cracks, or loses its correct geometry, the machine produces noticeably weaker compaction, increased vibration at the handles, and can cause downstream damage to the exciter housing and bearings — making prompt replacement critical to keeping the machine performing to spec.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100018558 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Piston Rod |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| DPU2540H | DPU 2540H | 5000610035, 5000008755 |
| DPU 2550H | DPU 2550H | 5000610036, 5000008756 |
| DPU 2560H | DPU 2560H | 5000610037, 5000008757 |
| DPU 2560H-TS | DPU 2560H-TS | 5000610038, 5000610005 |
| BPU2540A | BPU 2540A | 5000008758 |
| BPU 3050A | BPU 3050A | 5000008763 |
| DPU 3050H | DPU 3050H | 5000610039, 5000008759 |
| DPU 3060H | DPU 3060H | 5000610040, 5000008760 |
| DPU 3070H | DPU 3070H | 5000610041, 5000008908 |
| DPU 3060H-TS | DPU 3060H-TS | 5000610042, 5000610006 |
| DPU 3050HE | DPU 3050HE | 5000610298 |
| DPU 3060HE-TS | DPU 3060HE-TS | 5000610302 |
| BPU 2540A US | BPU 2540A US | 5000610360 |
| BPU 3050A US | BPU 3050A US | 5000610361 |
| DPU 3050H US | DPU 3050H US | 5100000310 |
| DPU 3750Hts | DPU 3750Hts | 5000610321 |
| DPU 3750Hets | DPU 3750Hets | 5000610322 |
| DPU 3760Hts | DPU 3760Hts | 5000610358 |
| DPU 3760Hets | DPU 3760Hets | 5000610359 |
| BPU 3750Ats | BPU 3750Ats | 5000610408 |
| BPU3750Ats | BPU 3750Ats US | 5000610423 |
| DPU 3750Hts US | DPU 3750Hts US | 5100000311 |
| Gasoline Reversible Vibratory Plate | BPU 3050 | 5000008955 |
| Gas Reversible Vibratory Plate ,25 kN,40cm/16in | BPU 2540 | 5000008954 |
| vibratory Plate | BPU2540A CN | 5100046522 |
| Vibration Plate | DPU 3050Hw US Army | 5100009915 |
| APU3050e | APU3050e | 5100063132 |
| Vibration Plate APU3050e (LOXAM) | APU3050e (LOXAM) | 5100072122 |
| Vibration Plate | BPU3050A CN | 5100039661 |
| APU2840e | APU2840e | 5100076967 |
| APU2850e | APU2850e | 5100076968 |
| APU2860e | APU2860e | 5100076969 |
| APU3340e | APU3340e | 5100076970 |
| APU3360e | APU3360e | 5100076971 |
| APU3350e | APU3350e | 5100077806, 5100077807 |
| Vibroplate APU KMAT | APU KMAT | 5100060379 |
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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