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The Low Down on Compactors10-22-15 | Feature

The Low Down on Compactors Compaction Machines Smooth Out and Level the Surface As an essential tool for hardscape installation, plate compactors come in many different models offering a variety of centrifugal forces, working widths and special features. To help give you a better idea of your options when renting or buying, LC/DBM presents this technical overview of machines from seven manufacturers.
Sakai America www.sakaiamerica.com All models feature a heavy-duty, hardened steel plate and shock absorbing isolators.
Model // PF150 Engine // Honda GX1200U Horsepower // 6.44 Centrifugal Force // 6,965 lbs. Frequency // 5,580 vpm Working Width // 20'' Special Features // Control handle lifts into locking position for easy transportation. Warranty // 1 year unit, 2 years engine Cost // $4,718	Model // PF120 Engine // Honda GX160U1 Horsepower // 5 Centrifugal Force // 5,845 lbs. Frequency // 5,580 vpm Working Width // 16'' Special Features // Control handle lifts into locking position for easy transportation. Warranty // 1 year unit, 2 years engine Cost // $4,458
Model // PC800 Engine // Honda GX160U1 Horsepower // 5.36 Centrifugal Force // 3,642 lbs. Frequency // 5,820 vpm Working Width // 20'' Special Features // Dual belt drive. Removable water tank with heavy-duty hose and valve. Warranty // 1 year unit, 2 years engine Cost // $1,776	Model // PC600 Engine // Honda GX120U1 Horsepower // 3.89 Centrifugal Force // 2,646 lbs. Frequency // 6,000 vpm Working Width // 13.8'' Special Features // Removable water tank with heavy-duty hose and valve. Foldable handle. Warranty // 1 year unit, 2 years engine Cost // $1,680
Pave Tech www.pavetech.com
Model // PaverPACKER 50 Engine // Honda Horsepower // 5.5 Centrifugal Force // 5,000 lbs. Frequency // 90Hz Working Width // 24'' Special Features // A short, wide plate with the faster travel speed is intended for greater efficiency. The mounted wheels for ease of transport fold up and lock into place when not needed. Warranty // 1 year unit, 3 years engine Cost // $2,877
Multiquip www.multiquip.com
Model // MVC64VH Engine // GX120 gasoline engine Horsepower // 4.8 Centrifugal Force // 2,275 lbs. Frequency // 5,600 vpm Working Width // 13.8'' Special Features // Economical plate now features anti-vibration handle system. Extra-thick plate in back is designed for longer wear time. High-strength steel base plate has curved edges. Warranty // 1 year parts and labor Cost // $2,095	Model // MVC82VH Engine // GX160 gasoline engine Horsepower // 4.8 Centrifugal Force // 3,080 lbs. Frequency // 5,600 vpm Working Width // 17.7'' Special Features // Anti-vibration handle reduces vibration to the operator by 50 percent . High-strength steel base plate has curved edges. Warranty // 1 year parts and labor Cost // $2,035
Model // MVC88VTHW Engine // GX160 gasoline engine Horsepower // 4.8 Centrifugal Force // 3,372 lbs. Frequency // 6,000 vpm Working Width // 19.7'' Special Features // Single cast baseplate and eccentric housing lowers center of gravity and increases travel speed by 12%. Warranty // 1 year parts and labor Cost // $2,690
Bomag Americas www.bomag-americas.com All models feature removable, foldable, vibration isolated steering handles, self-cleaning, wear resistant base plates with reinforced sides, an engine protection frame and the options of a water sprinkler system, transport wheels and a Vulcolan mat.
Model // BPR25/40 Engine // Honda GX160 Horsepower // 4.8 Centrifugal Force // 5,620 lbs. Frequency // 3,600 vpm Working Width // 19.7'' Special Features // Vibration isolated engine has an oil alert. Warranty // 1 year standard, 2 years on engine Cost // $5,939	Model // BVP18/45 Engine // Honda GX160 Horsepower // 4.8 Centrifugal Force // 5,400 lbs. Frequency // 4,050 vpm Working Width // 17.7'' Special Features // Vibration isolated engine has an oil alert. Warranty // 1 year standard, 2 years on engine Cost // $1,936
Model // BVP10/36 Engine // Honda GX120 Horsepower // 4.8 Centrifugal Force // 5,400 lbs. Frequency // 2,250 vpm Working Width // 14.2'' Special Features // Comes with balanced lifting point and carrying handles. Warranty // 1 year standard, 2 years on engine Cost // $1,864
Weber MT www.webermt.us All models feature a heavy-duty, hardened steel plate and shock absorbing isolators.
Model // CF 1i Forward Plate Engine // Honda 4-stroke, gasoline Horsepower // 4.2 Centrifugal Force // 2,475 lbs. Frequency // 5,700 vpm Working Width // 15.8'' Special Features // Side grips and a lifting eye help provide easy handling. Warranty // 2 years basic, extendable to 3 or 5 years Cost // $1,522.50	Model // CF 1 Pro Forward Plate Engine // Honda 4-stroke, gasoline Horsepower // 4.2 Centrifugal Force // 2,475 lbs. Frequency // 5,700 vpm Working Width // 15.8'' Special Features // The smallest PRO model vibratory forward plate compactor of the Weber MT product line. Warranty // 2 years basic, extendable to 3 or 5 years Cost // $1,705.20
Model // CF 2 Pro Forward Plate Engine // Robin 4-stroke, gasoline Horsepower // 4.2 Centrifugal Force // 3,375 lbs. Frequency // 5,700 vpm Working Width // 17.7'' Special Features // The low-vibration guide bar is designed to reduce the hand/arm vibrations. Compact dimensions and a folding guide bar facilitate transport of the machines. Warranty // 2 years basic, extendable to 3 or 5 years Cost // $1,766	Model // CF 3 Pro Forward Plate Engine // Lombardini diesel Horsepower // 4.2 Centrifugal Force // 4,500 lbs. Frequency // 5,700 vpm Working Width // 20'' Special Features // The low-vibration guide bar is designed to reduce the hand/arm vibrations. Compact dimensions and a folding guide bar facilitate transport of the machines. A remote control throttle is standard. Warranty // 2 years basic, extendable to 3 or 5 years Cost // $2,679
Wacker Neuson www.wackerneuson.com
Model // WP 1540 Engine // Wacker Neuson WM 170 Horsepower // 5.8 Centrifugal Force // 3,375 lbs. Frequency // 3,900 vpm Working Width // 15.5'' Special Features // The WP premium plate series features a patented computer designed base plate that has a tapered bottom and edges intended to help provide high speed and extra maneuverability. Water tank models are available for asphalt applications. Warranty // Limited, 5 years Cost // $1,906	Model // VP 1135A Engine // Honda air-cooled single cylinder 4 cycle gasoline engine Horsepower // 5.8 Centrifugal Force // 2,470 lbs. Frequency // 3,600 vpm Working Width // 14'' Special Features // VP-Value Plate series includes water tank models for working on hot and cold asphalt. The guide handle with vibration damping is designed to limit operator fatigue. Warranty // Limited, 5 years Cost // $1,595
Doosan Infracore www.doosanportablepower.com All models feature a belt-driven eccentric shaft, along with an oil bath exciter to eliminate routine greasing.
Model // BXR-60WH Forward Vibratory Plate Compactor Engine // Honda gasoline Horsepower // 3.5 Centrifugal Force // 3,400 lbs. Frequency // 5,600 vpm Working Width // 17'' Warranty // Standard 1 year Cost // $3,209	Model // BXR-80WH Forward Vibratory Plate Compactor Engine // Honda gasoline Horsepower // 4.8 Centrifugal Force // 4,000 lbs. Frequency // 5,600 vpm Working Width // 20'' Warranty // Standard 1 year Cost // $2,524
Model // BXR-120WH Forward Vibratory Plate Compactor Engine // Honda gasoline Horsepower // 4.8 Centrifugal Force // 5,700 lbs. Frequency // 5,600 vpm Working Width // 22'' Warranty // Standard 1 year Cost // $3,405	Model // VP-8RH Forward Vibratory Plate Compactor Engine // Honda gasoline Horsepower // 4.8 Centrifugal Force // 3,750 lbs. Frequency // 6,400 vpm Working Width // 20'' Warranty // Standard 1 year Cost // $3,875
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