Wacker Neuson 5100012498 Safety Screw

The Wacker Neuson Safety Screw is a genuine OEM safety screw designed for the RD-series tandem rollers and RC-series single drum soil compactors. As a direct OEM replacement, this part is manufactured to the exact specifications set by Wacker Neuson, ensuring it seats and threads correctly without any guesswork. Fitment spans a broad range of models including the RD18-80, RD18-100, RD24-100, RD27-120, RD28-120, RD40-130, RD45-140, RC50, RC70, RC110, and their C, O, DPF, and electric variants. Sourcing part number directly means you get the right component the first time and keep your compaction equipment operating as intended.

Key Features

• Genuine OEM Thread Integrity — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's exact thread form and material specification, so the screw engages its mating fastener point without risk of cross-threading or premature loosening.
• Drop-In Replacement — Matches the original mounting position and drive style on all covered models, allowing straightforward installation with standard tooling.
• Broad Compactor Compatibility — Fits RD18, RD24, RD27, RD28, RD40, and RD45 tandem rollers as well as RC50, RC70, and RC110 single drum soil compactors across global and US-spec configurations, including DPF and electric variants.
• Structural Retention Function — Keeps critical assemblies positively located during high-vibration compaction cycles; a missing or damaged safety screw can allow components to shift under load, introducing operational risk.
• Safety-Critical Fastener — Classified as a safety screw by Wacker Neuson, meaning its presence and condition directly affect safe machine operation — always replace with the correct OEM part number 5100012498.

A safety screw is a fastener designated by the manufacturer as essential to securing a component that must not move or detach during machine operation. On Wacker Neuson rollers and compactors, safety screws are used at points where vibration, load, or operator interaction creates a heightened risk of unintended movement if the fastener is absent or incorrect. Using the wrong fastener — incorrect thread pitch, insufficient shear strength, or improper head type — can result in component displacement, equipment damage, or a hazardous condition for the operator. Replacing a worn or missing safety screw with the correct OEM part restores the intended level of mechanical security at that fastening point.

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Compatibility & Fitment

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