The Wacker Neuson is a genuine OEM Radial Rod End Bearing designed for the RD18-80, RD18-100, and RD18-100 C tandem roller series. As a factory-sourced component, it is manufactured to the exact tolerances required by Wacker Neuson, ensuring a correct, consistent fit within the steering and articulation linkage of your machine. This bearing covers an extensive range of RD18 series configurations, including US and SE variants as well as the later.3 generation models. When your roller's rod end bearing wears out, replacing it with the genuine restores proper articulation control and keeps your compaction equipment performing as intended.
Key Features
- OEM-Grade Precision Tolerancing — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's exact bearing geometry specs, maintaining correct load distribution and smooth pivot action under compaction stress.
- Direct Drop-In Fitment — Engineered to thread and seat into the existing linkage mount without any modification to surrounding hardware.
- Broad RD18 Series Coverage — Fits RD18-80, RD18-100, and RD18-100 C variants across standard, US, SE, and .3 generation configurations.
- Restores Accurate Steering Response — A worn rod end bearing introduces play into the articulation joint; this genuine replacement eliminates that slack and returns precise directional control to the operator.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson Part — Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, so you can be confident the part number, dimensions, and material grade match the original specification exactly.
A radial rod end bearing is a pivoting connector used in the articulation and steering linkage of tandem rollers. It allows controlled rotational movement between joined components while handling both radial and axial loads generated during operation. When this bearing wears or seizes, the articulation joint develops looseness or binding, making the roller difficult to steer accurately and potentially causing uneven compaction passes. Replacing a failed rod end bearing promptly prevents accelerated wear on the surrounding linkage and keeps the machine steering predictably across the work surface.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100011760 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Radial Rod End Bearing |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| RD18-80 Tandem Roller | RD18-80 | 5100011382, 5100047360, 5100055774 |
| RD18-100 Tandem Roller | RD18-100 | 5100011383, 5100047361, 5100055775 |
| RD18-100 C Tandem Roller | RD18-100 C | 5100011384 |
| RD18-80 Tandem Roller | RD18-80 US | 5100027572 |
| RD18-100 Tandem Roller | RD18-100 US | 5100027573 |
| RD18-100 C Tandem Roller | RD18-100 C US | 5100027574 |
| Vibration Roller | RD18-80 SE | 5100044988 |
| Vibration Roller | RD18-100 SE | 5100044989 |
| RD 18-100 C | RD18-100c | 5100047362, 5100055776 |
| Vibration Roller | RD18-100c 3 | 5100047363 |
| RD18-80.3 | RD18-80.3 | 5100055946 |
| 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.
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