{"product_id":"5-5-hp-honda-vibratory-plate-23x17","title":"5.5 HP Honda Vibratory Plate Compactor 23x17\" for Soil Asphalt Paver Compaction","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRO-PERFORMANCE\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u0026amp;\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSUPREME POWER. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe TOMAHAWK® TPC85H plate compactor is a robust and versatile tool designed for compacting various types of soil, gravel, and asphalt surfaces. Its primary intended use is to achieve maximum compaction efficiency and stability in a wide range of construction and landscaping projects. Building a solid foundation enhances the durability and longevity of roads, driveways, sidewalks, and other paved areas. Its ergonomic design and maneuverability enable it to navigate tight spaces and uneven terrain, making it suitable for both residential and commercial applications. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0277\/2821\/6112\/files\/plate-compactor-tamper-tomahawk-power-asphalt-honda-lifestyle5_480x480.jpg?v=1745337688\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; margin-left: 60px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePowerful Honda Engine \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e5.5 HP for robust operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0277\/2821\/6112\/files\/plate-compactor-tamper-tomahawk-power-asphalt-honda-lifestyle2_7afcbf9c-0215-41b9-9270-0e410c2a9372_480x480.jpg?v=1745337748\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; margin-left: 60px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Compaction Force\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e3,000 lbs\/ft at 6,400 VPM for effective to achieve 100% compaction ratings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-left: 60px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0277\/2821\/6112\/files\/plate-compactor-tamper-tomahawk-power-asphalt-honda-lifestyle3_ccdfc552-c4a5-4ab0-abb0-0a9dd0a74596_480x480.jpg?v=1745337883\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong Lasting Components \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eBuilt tough with long lasting materials, parts, \u0026amp; more including a robust steel plate and NSK bearings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0277\/2821\/6112\/files\/plate-compactor-tamper-tomahawk-power-asphalt-honda-lifestyle6_480x480.jpg?v=1745338364\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; margin-left: 60px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2.5 Gal Tank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePerfect for asphalt projects large and small! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep Compaction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEffective on cohesive and granular soils up to 17 inches deep.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEfficient Coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA large 23x17\" plate covers more ground with every pass.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong Lasting Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built tough with long lasting materials, parts, \u0026amp; more including a robust steel plate and NSK bearings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2-Year Warranty: \u003c\/strong\u003eBacked by Tomahawk’s nationwide service network and next-day spare parts availability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEngine: Honda GX160\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower: 5.5 HP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil Capacity: .6 quarts\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 170 lbs. (77.1 kg)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlate Size: 23 in. × 17 in. (58.4 x 43.1 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGallon Size: 2.5 Gallons (9.4 liters)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCentrifugal Force: 13 KN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVibration Frequency: 100 Hz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTravel Speed: 79 ft.\/min\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"\u003eCompaction Depth Per Lift at 100% compaction : 3-4 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-hook=\"info-section-title\" class=\"s8gg2 _2UIKs\"\u003ePackage Includes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rah-static rah-static--height-auto\" aria-hidden=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_1yvxJ cell\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WncCi\" data-hook=\"info-section-description\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTPC85H Plate Compactor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-hook=\"info-section-title\" class=\"s8gg2 _2UIKs\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetaining Walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFootings and Foundation Projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLandscapes and hardscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatchwork on Asphalt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePipeline Applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoad Repair and Trenchwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill Pools, Parks, Cemeteries, and Golf Courses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCohesive Soils and Granular Soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSticky soils - such as clay or clayey silt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGravel, sand, silt, clay, or mixed soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase, Subbase, Subgrade, Subsoil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat Compactor Do I Need?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA compactor is an essential tool for preparing a solid base for structures such as patios, retaining walls, concrete slabs, and more. Tamping rammers and compactors are used to increase the density of soil by reducing air voids, which help to improve soil stability, support structures, and prevent settling. With so many options on the market, choosing the right plate compactor can be a daunting task. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall Jobs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are installing artificial turf, building dirt pathways, or need to improve soil stability - but do not need to adhere to a minimum compaction rating you can use a compactor in the 110 lbs (50 kilo) range. These are great for anyone looking to get a job done by themselves with little headache.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium Jobs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your project involves building a retaining wall, patio, driveway, sidewalk, or concrete slab you will need a bit more muscle. Rammers and compactors i\u003cspan\u003en the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e130-200 lbs (60-90 kilo) range \u003c\/span\u003ethat can achieve a compaction force above 3,000 lbs\u003cem\u003e²\u003c\/em\u003e\/ft are best. You will achieve 98-100% compaction ratings needed for proper compaction to prevent soil settling and foundation damage. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Jobs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquipment needed for large compaction projects should also be able to achieve a minimum compaction force of 3,000 lbs\u003cem\u003e²\u003c\/em\u003e\/ft to reach 98-100% compaction ratings needed for proper compaction. Where this equipment differs from medium range equipment is it's efficiency. Large jobs are typically performed by professional contractors where speed and jobsite efficiency are critical to their success. Compactors that help jobsite efficiency may feature reverse control, hydraulic drive, and the ability to compact asphalt. If you are not too worried about the time it takes to complete a project, you can save a few bucks and invest in equipment in the medium range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRenting vs. Buying \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Investing in your own plate compactor is ideal for professionals who need reliable, on-demand access to equipment. Ownership means no rental wait times, lower long-term costs, and the freedom to choose the right model for your jobs. With proper care, your compactor can serve you for years—paying for itself after just a few projects. It’s the smart choice for contractors, landscapers, and construction crews who compact frequently.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-044feaf0-7fff-c4a2-c607-44f117b2c376\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eRenting is best for one-off or infrequent projects where the upfront cost of buying isn’t justified. It offers flexibility and no maintenance responsibilities, but can get expensive over time. If you’re using a compactor more than a few times a year, buying will quickly become the more cost-effective option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow Does this Ship?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⚠ This is an oversized item which requires shipment on a freight truck. Ship this item to a business address to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eshave 1-2 days off\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the transit time!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHOW DOES THIS SHIP?\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Nqu2ikF_zBQ?start=84\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCA Proposition 65 Warning\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⚠ \u003cstrong\u003eWARNING:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\/\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBlogs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tomahawk-power.com\/blogs\/articles\/buying-vs-renting-a-plate-compactor-which-is-right-for-you-1\"\u003eBuying vs. Renting a Plate Compactor: Which Is Right for You?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInfo \u0026amp; Guides \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0277\/2821\/6112\/files\/TPC85_Manual_Web.pdf?v=1745340019\"\u003eOperations Manual \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tomahawk-power.com\/blogs\/articles\/how-to-troubleshoot-a-plate-compactor\"\u003eHow to Troubleshoot A Plate Compactor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tomahawk-power.com\/blogs\/articles\/how-to-install-artificial-turf-in-your-yard-a-step-by-step-guide\"\u003eHow to Install Artificial Turf in Your Yard\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tomahawk Power","offers":[{"title":"Compactor Only","offer_id":47695802138789,"sku":"TPC85H","price":2199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Compactor + Wheels","offer_id":47695802171557,"sku":"TPC85H + TPC85H-WHEELS","price":2299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Compactor + Poly Pad","offer_id":47695802204325,"sku":"TPC85H + TPC85H-PAD","price":2299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Compactor + Wheels + Pad","offer_id":47695802237093,"sku":"TPC85H + TPC85H-WHEELS + TPC85H-PAD","price":2399.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0454\/1916\/7909\/files\/plate-compactor-tamper-tomahawk-power-asphalt-honda-tpc85h-2.jpg?v=1775498233","url":"https:\/\/www.urbansupplyinc.com\/products\/5-5-hp-honda-vibratory-plate-23x17","provider":"Urban Supply Incorporated","version":"1.0","type":"link"}