The Wacker Neuson Lock Washer is a genuine OEM component designed for the HP252. As a factory-sourced part, it meets the exact specifications set by Wacker Neuson, ensuring a correct fit without the guesswork of cross-referencing aftermarket alternatives. If your machine is due for service or a fastener inspection, replacing worn hardware with the genuine keeps the assembly performing as intended.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Material Grade — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's specified hardness and spring-tension tolerances, so the washer delivers consistent locking force under vibration and load cycling.
- Direct-Fit Replacement — Matches the original bore diameter and outer profile for the HP252, dropping straight into the existing fastener stack with no reworking of mating hardware.
- HP252 Fitment Confirmed — Sourced directly against the HP252 parts catalog, so you can order with confidence that this is the correct washer for that machine.
- Fastener Retention Under Load — A functioning lock washer resists loosening caused by vibration and torque fluctuation; a worn or omitted washer allows fasteners to back out, leading to component misalignment or failure.
- Safety-Critical Fastening Application — In equipment subject to continuous vibration, maintaining proper clamping force is essential to operational integrity — using the correct OEM-spec washer supports that requirement.
A lock washer is a small but essential hardware component placed beneath a nut or bolt head to prevent the fastener from loosening due to vibration, rotation, or dynamic load. The washer's spring tension or serrated teeth bite into the fastener and the mating surface, maintaining clamping force even as the machine cycles through repeated motion. When a lock washer becomes flattened, corroded, or missing entirely, fasteners can gradually back out — causing rattling, misalignment, or component separation that leads to more extensive repairs.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000173618 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0173618 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Lock Washer |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| HP252 | HP252 | 5000620249 |
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
Every part is verified against the manufacturer's part number before it ships, so what you order is what arrives. We carry parts from leading OEM brands and our own DHS Quality Parts line of professional aftermarket components. Need help finding the right part? Our team is available to confirm compatibility whenever you need it. Orders are processed fast to keep your jobs on track. We don't just sell parts. We keep you jobsite ready.
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