The Wacker Neuson Recoil Starter Complete is a genuine OEM component designed for the RD7 and RD7A Tandem Roller series, as well as PT4A and PT4A(I) models. As a factory-sourced part, it is built to the exact tolerances and pull-force specifications Wacker Neuson engineering requires for reliable cold and warm starts. This assembly covers a wide range of confirmed fitments across both the RD7 tandem roller family and the PT4A series, making it a straightforward stock item for fleet operators and dealers servicing these machines. Ordering by part number ensures you receive the correct complete assembly — rope, pulley, spring, and housing — ready to install.
Key Features
- OEM-Matched Pull Tension — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's specified recoil spring load, delivering the correct starter engagement force every pull.
- Complete Assembly — Supplied as a fully assembled unit including rope, rewind spring, pulley, and housing — no sourcing individual components required.
- Confirmed Fitment Across Two Machine Families — Directly fits RD7 and RD7A Tandem Rollers and PT4A and PT4A(I) series machines across multiple documented model configurations.
- Restores Dependable Cold Starts — A worn or broken recoil starter leaves the engine unable to crank; this assembly brings full manual start capability back to the machine.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson OEM Part — Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, carrying the same part number used in the original build — no substitutions or compatibility guesswork.
The recoil starter is the manual pull-start mechanism that initiates engine cranking when the operator pulls the starter grip. When the rope is pulled, an internal rewind spring stores energy, a pawl engages the engine flywheel, and the engine is spun fast enough to fire. Over time, the recoil spring can fatigue, the rope can fray or snap, and the pawl can wear — any of these failures will leave the engine unable to start by manual means. Replacing the complete assembly rather than individual components is the most effective way to restore full, consistent starting performance on compaction and pump equipment.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100020194 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Recoil Starter Complete |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| RD7 Tandem Roller | RD7A | 5100017196, 5200015243, 5200015246 |
| PT4A | PT4A | 5100042217, 5100042604 |
| PT4A(I) | PT4A(I) | 5100042615 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
Why Buy From DHS Equipment
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