The Wacker Neuson Safety Filter Cartridge is a genuine OEM component designed for the RD18, RD24-100, and RD28-120 series tandem rollers. As a factory-sourced part, it meets the exact specifications set by Wacker Neuson for air filtration protection on these machines. Fitment covers a broad range of RD-series configurations including standard, C, and O variants across the RD18-80, RD18-100, RD24-100, and RD28-120 model lines. When it comes to keeping your roller's engine protected from particulate ingestion, installing the correct OEM-specified cartridge is the only reliable option.
Key Features
- OEM Filtration-Grade Media — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's exact filtration efficiency rating for the RD-series engine air intake system, ensuring no compromise in particle capture performance.
- Drop-In Housing Fit — Sized and sealed to seat correctly within the OEM filter housing on RD18, RD24-100, and RD28-120 tandem rollers, with no trimming or adaptation needed.
- Wide RD-Series Compatibility — Covers standard, C, and O variants of the RD18-80, RD18-100, RD24-100, and RD28-120, making 5100012559 a single-part solution across multiple roller configurations.
- Engine Protection Where It Counts — The safety filter cartridge acts as a last line of defense against abrasive dust and debris; a degraded or incorrect cartridge allows contaminants to reach engine internals, accelerating wear and risking engine damage.
- Safety-Critical Air System Component — As a protective element within the engine air filtration circuit, this cartridge must meet specification-rated integrity; a compromised safety filter can result in unfiltered air reaching the engine under heavy dust load conditions.
The safety filter cartridge sits behind the primary air filter element and serves as a secondary barrier against fine dust and particulate matter that may bypass or leak past the outer filter during operation. On tandem rollers like the RD18, RD24-100, and RD28-120, which frequently work in dusty compaction environments, this cartridge plays a critical role in protecting engine internals from abrasive contamination. A worn, clogged, or damaged safety filter cartridge can allow fine particles to reach the engine, leading to accelerated cylinder and valve wear — making timely replacement an essential part of scheduled air system maintenance.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100012559 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Safety Filter Cartridge |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| RD24-100 Tandem Roller | RD24-100 US | 5100021755 |
| RD28-120 Tandem Roller | RD28-120 US | 5100021756 |
| RD24-100 C Tandem Roller | RD24-100C US | 5100021757 |
| RD28-120 C Tandem Roller | RD28-120C US | 5100021758 |
| RD24-100 O Tandem Roller | RD24-100O US | 5100021759 |
| RD28-120 O Tandem Roller | RD28-120O US | 5100021800 |
| RD24-100 | RD24-100 | 5100047374 |
| RD28-120 | RD28-120 | 5100047375 |
| RD24-100c | RD24-100c | 5100047376 |
| RD28-120c | RD28-120c | 5100047377 |
| RD24-100o | RD24-100o | 5100047378 |
| RD28-120o | RD28-120o | 5100047379 |
| RD18-80 | RD18-80 | 5100055774 |
| RD18-100 | RD18-100 | 5100055775 |
| RD18-100c | RD18-100c | 5100055776 |
| 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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