The Wacker Neuson Unbalance Shaft is a genuine OEM component designed for RC70 and RC70p single drum soil compactors, including DPF CAB and DPF ROPS configurations. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this part meets the exact design tolerances required for proper drum vibration output on these machines. Fitment covers the full RC70 and RC70p model range, including US-spec variants, making part number the correct choice across the entire series.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Eccentric Mass Accuracy — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original unbalance specification, ensuring the correct centrifugal force and vibration frequency are maintained in the drum assembly.
- Drop-In Replacement — Machined to match the original shaft dimensions and bearing journal interfaces, allowing direct installation without reworking the drum housing or bearing seats.
- Broad RC70 Series Coverage — Compatible with RC70 and RC70p models in standard, US-spec, DPF CAB, and DPF ROPS configurations, covering the complete current production range.
- Compaction Performance Restored — A worn or damaged unbalance shaft reduces vibratory output, leading to inconsistent compaction density and failed lift inspections; replacing it restores rated amplitude and compaction force.
- Verified Part Number — Part number 5100023088 is the Wacker Neuson OEM reference for this shaft, eliminating guesswork when cross-referencing against your machine's serial number or parts manual.
The unbalance shaft is the rotating eccentric component housed inside the compactor drum that generates the vibration needed for soil densification. As it spins, its offset mass creates centrifugal force, causing the drum to oscillate rapidly against the ground and drive air voids out of the material below. When the shaft wears, becomes damaged, or its bearing surfaces deteriorate, vibration amplitude drops or becomes erratic — resulting in uneven compaction, increased pass counts, and potential failure to meet compaction specifications on the job.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100023088 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Unbalance Shaft |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Single drum soil compactor RC70 | RC70 | 5100021297 |
| Single drum soil compactor RC70P | RC70P | 5100021298 |
| RC70 Single Drum Soil Compactor | RC70 US | 5100027577, 5100047415 |
| RC70p Single Drum Soil Compactor | RC70p US | 5100027579, 5100047416 |
| RC70p | RC70p | 5100047411 |
| RC70 | RC70 DPF CAB | 5100064259 |
| RC70 | RC70 DPF ROPS | 5100064260 |
| RC70p | RC70p DPF CAB | 5100064261 |
| RC70p | RC70p DPF ROPS | 5100064262 |
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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