Vibratory Plate Compactor – 3,000 lbs.
$549.99
- Provides 2,922 lbs of Centrifugal Force Oscillating at 5500 VPM
- 196cc EPA 50 state approved engine
- 3600 RPM operating speed
- Adjustable thumb control throttle
- 0.63 quarts (0.6 liters) engine oil capacity
- 21.26″L x 16.54″W (540mm x 420mm) plate size
- 5500 VPM exciter speed
- Handlebars fold for storage
- Fold down wheels for transporting
- Removable rubber mat for abrasion protection
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The Dirty Hand Tools 196cc 3,000 lbs. vibratory plate compactor is the tool you need to complete your paving, sidewalk, patio or driveway project, providing professional results & a long project life. This vibratory plate compactor provides 2,922 lbs of centrifugal force oscillating at 5500 VPM to ensure your project’s base material is fully & completely compacted, preventing your poured concrete project from cracking due to the settling of the ground below. Perfect for home improvement and do-it-yourself projects of any size, creating stable, compacted surfaces for foundations. The 21.26″ x 16.54″ single-direction contoured plate with removable rubber mat, travels up to 49′ per minute.
The Dirty Hand Tools vibratory plate compactor is an exceptional value in professional-grade power tools. Powerful – 196cc EPA carb-approved engine for 50 state use, Maneuverable – 49 feet/minute (15m/min) single direction plate travel speed. Comfortable – adjustable thumb mounted throttle, cushioned handlebars & easy-access engine oil drain tube for operator comfort & convenience. Folding handlebars and fold down wheels make transport and storage a breeze. Additional Specifications: 0.63 quarts (0.6 liters) engine oil capacity (oil not included), 3600 RPM, 2.70 fluid ounces (80ml) exciter capacity. 48 long x 21″ wide x 42.25″ high (including handlebar).
I needed to get a plate compactor for some yard project and when I saw how expensive these things were to rent, decided to look around for a more cost effective option. I found this plate compactor made by Dirty Hand Tools (A company I had never heard of before) and a similarly priced one from a local discount tool store. I ended up purchasing the Dirty Hand plate compactor (from the manufacturer website directly) because it had a 2 years warranty vs 6 months for the other machine.
The plate compactor arrived in about a week by truck. Unfortunately upon unpacking I noticed there was oil in the base of the unit. I cleaned it up and added more oil, and within a day the base again had oil in it.
I contacted Dirty Hand warrant services, and within a week, received a new place compactor and they picked up the defective machine, all at no cost to me. The replacement came in perfect shape. I used it this past weekend to get my yard project done and it worked very well. I like that it is a 4 cycle and no need to mix oil and gas. The plate compactor appears to be well made and I suspect it will last a long time – whatever was wrong with the initial unit must have been a fluke I suspect.
As previously mentioned, I had never heard of Dirty Hand tools previously but this experience gives me confidence in purchasing equipment again in the future (a mower perhaps?). For anyone wanting to save a few bucks renting expensive plate compactors, you cannot go wrong with this machine.
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