The Wacker Neuson Rod End Ball Joint is a genuine OEM component designed for the RC50, RC50p, RC70, RC70p, and RC70vo single drum soil compactor series. As a direct OEM replacement, this part is manufactured to the same specifications as the original, ensuring correct fitment across the full RC50 and RC70 model range — including CAB, ROPS, DPF, and US-specification variants. Keep your compactor operating at peak steering and articulation performance by replacing worn or damaged rod end hardware with the correct Wacker Neuson part.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Ball Joint Tolerancing — Manufactured to original pivot and thread specifications, maintaining the correct range of motion and load transfer at the articulation joint.
- Direct Bolt-In Replacement — Matches the original mounting thread, stud geometry, and bearing race dimensions so it installs straight into the existing linkage without rework.
- Broad RC50 and RC70 Series Coverage — Fits RC50, RC50p, RC70, RC70p, and RC70vo variants across standard, US-spec, DPF CAB, and DPF ROPS configurations.
- Maintains Steering Accuracy and Drum Control — A correctly functioning rod end transmits steering inputs cleanly; a worn or failed joint introduces slop into the articulation linkage, causing imprecise drum tracking and uneven compaction passes.
- Verified Wacker Neuson Part Number — Sourced as genuine OEM stock under part number 5100022924, so you get the exact component called out in the Wacker Neuson parts catalog for your machine.
A rod end ball joint is a pivoting connector used in the steering and articulation linkage of single drum soil compactors. It allows the front drum frame and rear chassis to rotate relative to each other while transmitting directional control forces from the steering cylinder. When the ball joint wears, the bearing surface develops play that translates into loose or wandering steering, making it difficult to run straight compaction passes or hold a consistent drum path. Replacing the joint at the first sign of looseness restores tight, responsive articulation and protects the surrounding linkage components from the accelerated wear that free play causes.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100022924 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Rod End Ball Joint |
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, 5100047410 |
| 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, 5100047415 |
| Vibration Roller | RC70 VO US | 5100027578 |
| RC70p Single Drum Soil Compactor | RC70p US | 5100027579, 5100047416 |
| RC50p | RC50p | 5100047389 |
| RC70p | RC70p | 5100047411 |
| RC70vo | RC70vo | 5100047412 |
| RC50 | RC50 DPF CAB | 5100064255 |
| RC50 | RC50 DPF ROPS | 5100064256 |
| RC50p | RC50p DPF CAB | 5100064257 |
| RC50p | RC50p DPF ROPS | 5100064258 |
| RC70 | RC70 DPF CAB | 5100064259 |
| RC70 | RC70 DPF ROPS | 5100064260 |
| RC70p | RC70p DPF CAB | 5100064261 |
| RC70p | RC70p DPF ROPS | 5100064262 |
| RC70vo | RC70vo DPF CAB | 5100064263 |
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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