The Wacker Neuson Unbalance Shaft is a genuine OEM component designed for the RC50 and RC50p single drum soil compactor series, including DPF CAB and DPF ROPS configurations. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this part meets the exact engineering specifications of the original, ensuring the drum assembly operates as intended. Whether you're servicing a standard RC50, an RC50p, or a US-market variant, part number is the correct OEM replacement for this vibration-critical component. Confirm your model number before ordering to ensure a direct fit.
Key Features
- OEM Vibration Specification Met — Manufactured to the precise eccentric mass and rotational balance tolerances required to deliver correct compaction force in the drum assembly.
- Drop-In Drum Assembly Fit — Engineered to install directly into the drum housing with correct shaft diameter and bearing seat dimensions, matching the original component exactly.
- Broad RC50 Series Coverage — Compatible with RC50 and RC50p models across standard, US-market, DPF CAB, and DPF ROPS configurations.
- Compaction Output Restored — A worn or damaged unbalance shaft reduces centrifugal force and undermines compaction depth; replacing it with a correctly balanced OEM shaft restores full machine output.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson Part — Supplied as a genuine OEM component, backed by Wacker Neuson's quality standards and traceable through the authorized parts chain.
The unbalance shaft is the core component responsible for generating vibratory compaction force inside a single drum soil compactor. As the shaft rotates, its offset eccentric mass creates centrifugal force that drives the drum into a rapid up-and-down vibration, compacting soil layers beneath the machine's surface. When the unbalance shaft wears, becomes damaged, or loses rotational integrity, vibration output drops — leading to uneven compaction, reduced productivity, and potential damage to surrounding drivetrain components.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100023090 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Unbalance Shaft |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Single drum soil compactor RC50 | RC50 | 5100021295, 5100047388 |
| Single drum soil compactor RC50P | RC50P | 5100021296 |
| RC50 Single Drum Soil Compactor | RC50 US | 5100027575, 5100047413 |
| RC50p Single Drum Soil Compactor | RC50p US | 5100027576, 5100047414 |
| RC50p | RC50p | 5100047389 |
| RC50 | RC50 DPF CAB | 5100064255 |
| RC50 | RC50 DPF ROPS | 5100064256 |
| RC50p | RC50p DPF CAB | 5100064257 |
| RC50p | RC50p DPF ROPS | 5100064258 |
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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