The Wacker Neuson Shaft is a genuine OEM shaft designed for a wide range of Wacker Neuson DPU and DPS series vibration plates, including the DPU 2540H, DPU 3050H, DPU 5260H, DPU 6275H, DPS1850H, and DPS2050H families. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, part carries the same specifications as the original component installed at the factory, ensuring a straight swap with no guesswork. This shaft is confirmed compatible across more than 50 individual DPU and DPS model configurations, covering both standard and high-efficiency variants as well as US Army and LOXAM fleet editions.
Key Features
- OEM-Grade Dimensional Accuracy — Manufactured to the exact tolerances required for shaft alignment in Wacker Neuson vibratory plate compactors, ensuring smooth rotation and balanced compaction force.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement — Engineered to the same interface dimensions as the original, so it seats and connects within the drivetrain without rework or custom fitting.
- Broad DPU and DPS Series Coverage — Fits over 50 configurations across the DPU 2500, 3000, 3700, 5200, 5200, 6200, and 6275 series, plus DPS1850H and DPS2050H models, in both standard and high-efficiency variants.
- Sustained Compaction Output — A correctly fitted shaft maintains consistent eccentric-weight rotation, preserving rated compaction force and plate frequency across the full operating cycle.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson Part — As an authentic OEM component, 5000217601 is produced under the same quality controls as the original, giving you confidence in material grade and dimensional consistency.
The shaft in a vibratory plate compactor transmits rotational power from the engine or motor to the eccentric weights that generate the compaction vibration. It must maintain precise alignment under continuous cyclic loading — if the shaft wears, bends, or develops play in its bearings, compaction output drops and vibration imbalance puts stress on surrounding drivetrain components. Replacing a worn shaft promptly with the correct OEM part restores rated plate performance and protects the integrity of the compactor's exciter unit.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000217601 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0217601 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Shaft |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| DPU2540H | DPU 2540H | 5000610035 |
| DPU 2550H | DPU 2550H | 5000610036 |
| DPU 2560H | DPU 2560H | 5000610037 |
| DPU 2560H-TS | DPU 2560H-TS | 5000610038 |
| DPU 3050H | DPU 3050H | 5000610039 |
| DPU 3060H | DPU 3060H | 5000610040 |
| DPU 3070H | DPU 3070H | 5000610041 |
| DPU 3060H-TS | DPU 3060H-TS | 5000610042 |
| DPU 3050HE | DPU 3050HE | 5000610298 |
| DPU 3060HE-TS | DPU 3060HE-TS | 5000610302 |
| DPS1850H Asphalt | DPS1850H Asphalt | 5000610033 |
| DPS1850H Basic | DPS1850H Basic | 5000610032 |
| DPS1850H Vario | DPS1850H Vario | 5000610034 |
| DPU 3050H US | DPU 3050H US | 5100000310 |
| DPU 3750Hts | DPU 3750Hts | 5000610321 |
| DPU 3750Hets | DPU 3750Hets | 5000610322 |
| DPU 3760Hts | DPU 3760Hts | 5000610358 |
| DPU 3760Hets | DPU 3760Hets | 5000610359 |
| DPU 3750Hts US | DPU 3750Hts US | 5100000311 |
| Vibration Plate | DPU 3050Hw US Army | 5100009915 |
| DPU6275Heh | DPU6275Heh | 5100058467 |
| DPU5260Heh | DPU5260Heh | 5100060825 |
| DPS2050H | DPS2050H | 5100061223 |
| DPS2050Hw | DPS2050Hw | 5100061224 |
| DPU5260He | DPU5260He | 5100076465 |
| DPU5260Hehp | DPU5260Hehp | 5100076466 |
| DPU5260Hehcb+ | DPU5260Hehcb+ | 5100076467 |
| DPU5260Hehcpb+ | DPU5260Hehcpb+ | 5100076468 |
| DPU6260Hehp | DPU6260Hehp | 5100076469 |
| DPU6260Hehcb+ | DPU6260Hehcb+ | 5100076470 |
| Vibration Plate DPU6275He | DPU6275He | 5100076471 |
| Vibration Plate DPU6275Hecb+ | DPU6275Hecb+ | 5100076472 |
| DPU6275Hehcb+ | DPU6275Hehcb+ | 5100076473 |
| Vibration Plate DPU5260Hep | DPU5260Hep | 5100077269 |
| DPU5275Heh | DPU5275Heh | 5100077270 |
| DPU5260H | DPU5260H | 5100077271 |
| Vibration Plate DPU5260Hehcpb+ LOXAM | DPU5260Hehcb+ LOXAM | 5100077272 |
| DPU5275Hehcb+ | DPU5275Hehcb+ | 5100077273 |
| Vibration Plate DPU5260Hp | DPU5260Hp | 5100077274 |
| DPU5260Hecpb+ | DPU5260Hecpb+ | 5100077275 |
| Vibration Plate DPU5275He | DPU5275He | 5100077276 |
| DPU5247Heh | DPU5247Heh | 5100077277 |
| Vibration Plate DPU5275H | DPU5275H | 5100077278 |
| DPU6260Heh | DPU6260Heh | 5100077280 |
| DPU6260Hehcpb+ | DPU6260Hehcpb+ | 5100077282 |
| Vibration Plate DPU6275H | DPU6275H | 5100077283 |
| DPU6260He | DPU6260He | 5100077284 |
| Vibration Plate DPU6260Hep | DPU6260Hep | 5100077285 |
| DPU6260Hecb+ | DPU6260Hecb+ | 5100077286 |
| Vibration Plate DPU6260Hecpb+ | DPU6260Hecpb+ | 5100077287 |
| Vibration Plate DPU6260H | DPU6260H | 5100077288 |
| Vibration Plate DPU6260Hp | DPU6260Hp | 5100077290 |
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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