The Wacker Neuson 88849 is a genuine OEM Bearing Holder designed for the WP1540 and WP1550 series single-direction vibratory plate compactors. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this part meets the exact specifications of the original component installed at the factory. It fits a wide range of WP1540 and WP1550 configurations, including standard, wheel kit, asphalt, and water-ballast variants. Verify your model number before ordering to confirm compatibility with your specific machine.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction: — Manufactured to the same tolerancing and material spec as the original, ensuring the bearing seats and retains correctly within the exciter housing.
- Direct-Fit Replacement: — Matches the original mounting geometry of the WP1540 and WP1550 series, dropping in without rework or modification to surrounding components.
- Broad WP Series Coverage: — Compatible with WP1540 and WP1550 variants across standard, AW, VW, RW, and W configurations, including wheel kit editions.
- Exciter Integrity: — A correctly seated bearing holder keeps the eccentric shaft aligned and the exciter assembly running true, maintaining consistent compaction force through every pass.
- Verified Part Number: — Part number 88849 is confirmed against Wacker Neuson's WP1540 and WP1550 parts documentation, so you can order with confidence.
The bearing holder is a structural component within the exciter assembly of a vibratory plate compactor. It houses and retains the bearing that supports the rotating eccentric shaft — the shaft responsible for generating the vibration force that drives soil and aggregate compaction. When the bearing holder is worn, cracked, or improperly seated, bearing movement increases, eccentric shaft alignment is compromised, and compaction output drops. Left unaddressed, a failed bearing holder can accelerate wear throughout the exciter unit and lead to more extensive drivetrain damage.
Part Details
| Part Number | 88849 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Bearing Holder |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Vibratory Plate, 15kN, 400mm/1 5.5in | WP1540AW | 5000008060, 5000009545, 5000009472, 5000630045 |
| Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/ 19.5in | WP1550AW | 5000007576, 5000009546, 5000630043, 5000009486 |
| WP1540A VIBROPLATE | WP1540A | 5000008061, 5000630046 |
| WP1550A Single Direction Vibratory Plate | WP1550A | 5000007579, 5000630044 |
| Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/ 19.5in | WP1550VW | 5000007577 |
| Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/ 19.5in | WP1550V | 5000007580 |
| Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/ 19.5in | WP1550RW | 5000007578 |
| Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/ 19.5in | WP1550R | 5000007581 |
| WP1540W VIBROPLATE | WP1540W | 5000009326, 5000009547, 5000630066 |
| WP1550W VIBROPLATE | WP1550W | 5000009324, 5000009548, 5000630064 |
| WP1550 VIBROPLATE | WP1550 | 5000009325, 5000630065 |
| WP1540 VIBROPLATE | WP1540 | 5000009327, 5000630067 |
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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