The Wacker Neuson Rubber Metal Buffer is a genuine OEM component designed for the RD18-80, RD18-100, and RD18-100C series tandem rollers. As a direct OEM part sourced through authorized Wacker Neuson supply channels, it meets the original design and material specifications for these machines. This buffer is confirmed compatible across a wide range of RD18 series variants, including US and SE configurations as well as the updated RD18-80.3, RD18-100.3, and RD18-100C.3 models. When your existing buffer wears or deteriorates, replacing it with the correct OEM part ensures the machine continues to perform as intended.
Key Features
- OEM-Matched Material Construction — Bonded rubber-to-metal composition meets the original compression and damping characteristics specified for RD18 series rollers.
- Drop-In Installation — Engineered to the original mounting dimensions, this buffer seats and secures exactly as the factory-fitted part did, with no adaptation needed.
- Broad RD18 Series Coverage — Fits RD18-80, RD18-100, and RD18-100C variants including US, SE, and third-generation (.3) configurations across multiple build series.
- Sustained Vibration Damping — A fully functional rubber metal buffer absorbs and isolates operational vibration, protecting surrounding components and maintaining smooth roller performance.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson OEM Part — Part number 5100011973 is an authentic Wacker Neuson replacement, ensuring consistency with the original assembly throughout the service life of the machine.
A rubber metal buffer is a bonded isolator that combines a rubber element with a metal mounting structure to absorb and dampen vibration generated during compaction operation. On tandem rollers like the RD18 series, these buffers sit between vibrating and non-vibrating assemblies to limit the transfer of shock and oscillation to the frame, operator platform, and drivetrain components. When a buffer degrades — through rubber cracking, delamination from the metal, or compression set — vibration transfer increases significantly, accelerating wear on adjacent components and reducing operator comfort and machine control.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100011973 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Rubber Metal Buffer |
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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