Putting the Squeeze on Compactors

LC/DBM HorsePower - January 2011
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When working with hardscapes you will often need to use a compaction machine to smooth out and level the surface. You have several options so check out the features that best fit your needs. For your convenience these compaction machines have been arranged by cost.

Stone Construction
Model No.:TR24 Bulldog Trench Roller
Engine: Hatz 2G40
Horsepower: 20 HP
Centrifugal Force: 15,709 lbs.
Frequency: 2000 VPM
Working Width: 24''
Special Features: Provides optimum productivity on all soils, works hard, delivers maximum total applied force, for greater impact in a single pass and features the Snap Tek system. Snap Tek system provides snap-in conversion of a manual machine to remote operation, also provides electronic readouts to aid in monitoring operating systems.
Warranty: 2 years machine, 3 years microprocessor (ECIB), 5 years eccentric bearings
Cost: $39,693 list price

Sakai America
Model No.:PF150
Engine: Honda GX1200U
Horsepower: 5 HP
Centrifugal Force: 6,965 lbs.
Frequency: 5,580 vpm
Working Width: 19.5'' x 27.5''
Special Features: Chassis – super heavy-duty center hitch design provides superior chassis stability, ground contact and operator control. Braking systems – offering three separate systems, including an automotive footbrake as a standard safety feature on all its machines.
Warranty: 1 year unit, 2 years engine
Cost: $5,850

Wacker Neuson
Model No.: BPU 2540
Engine: Wacker Neuson WM 170
Horsepower: 5.8 HP
Centrifugal force: 5,625 lbs.
Frequency: 5,400 vpm
Working width: 15.8 inches
Special Features: Versatile reversible plate ideal for compaction of interlocking paving stones, trenches, landscaping and maintenance. The only plate with a durable integrated wheel set that provides for maximum built-in mobility. Single lever direction control provides for easy operation.
Warranty: 3-year bumper to bumper
Cost: $5,450 list price

Multiquip
Model No.:MVH120VGH
Engine: Honda GX160 gasoline engine
Horsepower: 4.8 HP
Centrifugal Force: 5,060 lbs.
Frequency: 6,000 rpm
Working Width: 15.8 inches
Special Features: This plate is extremely maneuverable, making it the logical choice for work in tight, confined areas; top cover keeps debris out of the engine; self-cleaning plate; anti - vibration handle system.
Warranty: 1 year parts and labor
Cost: $5,085

Bomag Americas
Model No.: BPR25/40
Engine: Honda GX 160
Horsepower: 4.8 HP
Centrifugal Force: 5,620 lbs.
Frequency: 3,600 vpm
Working Width: 15.7 inches
Special Features: Hydraulic travel lever adjustment; vibration dampened steering rod; height adjustable steering rod; steering rod lockable in transport and working position; vibration and throttle regulation on the steering rod.
Warranty: 1 year standard, 2 years on engine
Cost: $5,000 to $6,000, depending on engine

Weber MT
Model No.: CF3 HO PRO
Engine: Honda GX160
Horsepower: 4.9 HP
Centrifugal Force: 4,500 lbs.
Frequency: 5,700 RPM
Working Width: 20 inches
Special Features: Compact machine dimensions; folding low-vibration guide bar with user friendly coated grips; lift handles at front and sides; Throttle control lever easily accessible on guide bar.
Options: 4+ gal easily removable water tank, poly pad, and wheel kit. The ideal compactor for hardscape pavers and asphalt.
Warranty: 2 years basic, extendable to 3 or 5 years
Cost: $3,320 list price

Pave Tech
Model No.: PaverPACKER 50
Engine: Honda
Horsepower: 5.5 HP
Centrifugal Force: 5,000
Frequency: 90Hz
Working Width: 24 inches
Special Features: Combination of a short, wide plate with the faster travel speed provides much greater efficiency. The mounted wheel kit allows ease of transport around the job site. When not in use, the wheels fold-up and lock into place.
Warranty: 1 year machine/3 years engine
Cost: $2709.38

Doosan Infracore
Model No.: BXR-60H Reversible Vibratory Plate Compactor
Engine: Honda gasoline
Horsepower: 3.5 HP
Centrifugal Force: 3,417 lbs.
Frequency: 5,600 vpm
Working Width: 13.8 inches
Special Features: Among the industry's smallest reversible plate compactors, it packs a lot of punch (compaction force) in a small package. It provides the flexibility of a reversible plate (maneuverability – exit and leaving on the same plane with its reversing feature).
Warranty: Standard 1 year
Cost: Retail $2,300 to $2,500