Description
Overview:
The Throttle Cable for Wacker RTKx-SC3 Trench Rammer (5200017278) is a genuine Wacker Neuson spare, made to restore accurate engine speed control on compactors and trench rammers. Built with a strong steel inner wire and a protective outer sheath, it delivers smooth, consistent movement between the throttle lever and the engine governor. This ensures reliable idle and full‐throttle response under site conditions. Designed for a precise fit on selected Wacker Neuson machines, including the RTKx-SC3 and RD14, it replaces worn or stretched cables that can cause sluggish response, hunting, or poor compaction performance. The robust construction is suitable for frequent use on construction sites, utilities work, and groundworks, helping keep your machine operating efficiently with predictable control.
Key Features:
- Genuine Wacker Neuson part for correct fit and function
- Steel inner cable with durable outer sheath for long service life
- Smooth, low-friction operation for precise throttle response
- Built to handle dust, vibration, and wet site conditions
- Direct replacement for worn, kinked, or stretched cables
- Helps maintain stable idle and full-power performance
- Compatible with selected Wacker Neuson trench rammers and rollers
- Standard end fittings to suit OEM linkage points
- Straightforward installation using existing routing and clamps
- Supports routine maintenance to minimise downtime
Typical Applications:
Replacement throttle control on Wacker Neuson trench rammers and compactors used for utility trenches, foundations, landscaping, and general ground compaction. Ideal when the original cable shows fraying, stiffness, sticking, or inconsistent engine speed, restoring smooth control for safer and more efficient operation.
Also known as:
Throttle control cable, accelerator cable, governor cable, engine speed control cable, control cable, gas cable (throttle), rammer throttle lead. These terms refer to the same function of linking the operator's throttle lever to the engine's governor or carburettor linkage for accurate speed regulation.
Fits Models:
RD14, RTK82-SC3, RTKXSC3, RTKx-SC3
Alternate Part Numbers:
5200017278
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 5200017278 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Wacker Neuson |
| OEM No. | 5200017278 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Rammers |
| Fits Brands | Wacker Neuson |
| Key Features | - Genuine Wacker Neuson part for correct fit and function - Steel inner cable with durable outer sheath - Smooth, low-friction operation for precise throttle response - Compatible with Wacker Neuson RTKx-SC3 and RD14 models - Direct replacement for worn or stretched cables |
| Fits Models | RTK82-SC3 | RTKx-SC3 | RD14 |

