The Wacker Neuson Thermostat is a genuine OEM thermostat designed for a wide range of Wacker Neuson equipment, including RTKx-SC3 and RTK82-SC3 trench rollers, LTW6K and LTW8K light towers, LTN6K and LTN8K light towers, CRT48-57K ride-on concrete trowels, HSH380 hydronic surface heaters, HI1000 indirect air heaters, and E-series ground heaters. As a direct OEM replacement sourced from Wacker Neuson, part is built to the exact specification of the original component it replaces. This thermostat fits across an extensive range of machine configurations — including standard, cold weather, custom, and Tier 4 Final variants — making it a reliable go-to part for mixed fleets. Confirm your model number against the fitment list before ordering to ensure compatibility with your specific machine configuration.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Temperature Regulation: — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original calibration spec, ensuring the thermostat opens and closes at the correct coolant temperature for proper engine thermal management.
- Direct-Fit Replacement: — Matches the original thermostat housing seat and coolant passage dimensions, allowing installation without modification to hoses, housings, or mounting hardware.
- Broad Multi-Machine Fitment: — Confirmed fit across RTKx-SC3 and RTK82-SC3 trench rollers, LTW6K/LTW8K/LTN6K/LTN8K light towers, CRT48-57K ride-on trowels, HSH380 hydronic heaters, HI1000 indirect air heaters, and E-series ground heaters.
- Engine Protection from Overheating: — A properly functioning thermostat keeps coolant temperature within the engine's safe operating range; a failed or stuck-open thermostat leads to underheating, while a stuck-closed thermostat causes rapid overheating and potential engine damage.
- Cooling System Integrity: — Using the correct OEM-spec thermostat in fuel-burning equipment is essential for maintaining proper operating temperatures and avoiding thermal stress on engine components — particularly critical in high-cycle machines like light towers and heaters running extended shifts.
A thermostat is a temperature-sensitive valve in the engine's cooling circuit. When the engine is cold, it stays closed to help the engine warm up to its optimal operating temperature quickly. Once that temperature is reached, the thermostat opens to allow coolant to flow through the radiator and dissipate heat. If the thermostat fails — either stuck open or stuck closed — the engine will either run too cold (reducing efficiency and increasing wear) or overheat (risking serious engine damage). Replacing a worn or faulty thermostat promptly restores proper temperature regulation and protects the engine across all operating conditions.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000176754 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0176754 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Thermostat |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| RTKx-SC3 Trench Roller | RTK82-SC3 | 5200019257, 5200019256, 5200019255 |
| LTW6K Light Tower, Standard T4 | LTW6K | 5000620372, 5000620840, 5200004094, 5200024870 |
| LTW8K Light Tower, Standard T4 | LTW8K | 5000620374, 5000620841, 5200004204, 5200004095, 5200023190, 5200024871 |
| RTKx-SC3 TRENCH ROLLER,GRN | RTKx-SC3 | 5200019258, 5200019259, 5100018517, 5100018518, 5100034371, 5100037397, 5100039613, 5100052333, 5100052334, 5100052335, 5100052336, 5100052337 |
| LTN6K Light Tower | LTN6K | 5000620734, 5200022156, 5200022147 |
| LTN8K, KUBOTA | LTN8K | 5000620893, 5000620939 |
| E1250S | E1250S | 5200012355, 5200012354 |
| LTN6K LIGHT TOWER, CUSTOM, Tier 4F | LTN6K-LT | 5000620938, 5200004092, 5200004769 |
| LTN6K-V S, KUBOTA, 120/240V | LTN6K-V S | 5200018537, 5200018550, 5200018553, 5200023197 |
| LTN8K-V LIGHT TOWER,60HZ | LTN8K-V | 5200002727, 5200002728 |
| LTN6K-V LIGHT TOWER,60HZ | LTN6K-V | 5200002722, 5200002726 |
| LTW6K-V S Light Tower, Cold Weather T4 | LTW6K-V S | 5200018563, 5200018555, 5200018559, 5200024873 |
| LTW8K-V S Light Tower, Cold Weather T4 | LTW8K-V S | 5200018564, 5200018556, 5200023194, 5200018560, 5200024874, 5100015095, 5100022084 |
| E3000 Ground Heater, 3kW Gen, TC | E3000 | 5100017807, 5100017809, 5100017806, 5100017808, 5100017810, 5100017811, 5100025046, 5100017801, 5100025045 |
| LTN8K LIGHT TOWER, COLD WEATHER, Tier 4F | LTN8K-LT | 5200004093 |
| CRT48-57K Trowel, Power Steer | CRT48-57k-PS | 5200018779 |
| Light Tower | LTW6K-V | 5200012864, 5200012868, 5200012882 |
| Light Tower | LTW8K-V | 5200012869, 5200012883, 5200012865 |
| CRT48-57K Trowel | CRT48-57K-MS | 5100018892 |
| LTN8K-V S, KUBOTA, 120/240V | LTN8K-V S | 5200018538, 5200018551, 5200018554, 5200023198 |
| HSH380s | HSH 380S | 5100054643 |
| CRT48-57K-PS | CRT48-57k-PS EU | 5200018820 |
| E 1250P Hydronic Heater, Premium, Diesel | E1250P | 5200012357, 5200012356 |
| HSH380S-Diesel, with Generator | HSH380S | 5200012371, 5200012370 |
| HI1000 Indirect Air Heater, DGM, Electric Break | HI1000DGM | 5200011234, 5200011235, 5100049275, 5100049276 |
| HSH380B-Diesel, without generator | HSH380B | 5200012359 |
| E2200 GROUND HEATER, 3kW GENERATOR | E2200 | 5100017448, 5100017449 |
| Mobile Air Heater Trailer, dou ble axle | Trailer-CUB700GM | 5000620683 |
| Mobile Indirect Fired Air Heat er, Diesel w/Genset | CUB700GM | 5000620759 |
| Light Tower | LTV6K | 5100039424 |
| HI1000 | HI1000 | 5100049273 |
| Light Tower | LTV8K | 5100039425 |
| Engine | Engine | 5100044890 |
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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