{"product_id":"5-5-hp-honda-vibratory-plate-compactor-for-soil-compaction-tamper-3-year-warranty","title":"5.5 HP Honda Vibratory Plate Compactor for Soil Compaction Tamper 3 Year Warranty","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 27px; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Arial Black', Gadget, sans-serif;\"\u003eCOMPACT WITH CONFIDENCE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/salsify-ecdn.com\/images\/be03fb3f225f848fb98ec48902c949d8.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 50%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5.5 HP HONDA ENGINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDurable and tough, this plate compactor is built to last, making it perfect for professionals, construction equipment rental, and do-it-yourselfers alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/salsify-ecdn.com\/images\/ff50c6bada63e9d4589de9a316d69c36.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 50%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOMPACTION FORCE OF 2,050 LBS\/FT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVibrating at 5,900 blows\/min, this forward plate compactor compacts from 4-8 inches and is perfect for patios, walkways, and more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/salsify-ecdn.com\/images\/bae39afc22b31b785ba02348b1d21d8f.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 50%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNARROW BASE PLATE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned with a 17”x13” plate, maneuver around narrow, cramped spaces and master any project including walkways, patios, artificial turf, and more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/salsify-ecdn.com\/images\/41d67d54e2203f38c906dae7249c6a64.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 50%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTRUSTED NATIONWIDE \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith long lasting materials, parts, \u0026amp; more – see why contractors large and small are choosing Tomahawk for their construction projects! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/salsify-ecdn.com\/images\/5a9a16ac2036226dcaecc194f988b3cb.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 50%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOPERATOR COMFORT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVibration isolation mounts improve operator comfort and protect the machine by reducing the amplitude and frequency of vibrational waves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/salsify-ecdn.com\/images\/bd3b94a1fb76e588177f918b13eec6d3.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 50%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLIGHTWEIGHT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for residential projects, this compactor is easy to transport to and from job sites. Simply pick up this compactor with its lifting hook.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/salsify-ecdn.com\/images\/b0b4aa47d8ec2082d4a86cf456d05dde.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 50%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSAVE MONEY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpray your own backyard and save hundreds of dollars you would pay to pest services.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowered by a 5.5HP Honda Engine, the JXPC50H plate compactor is perfect for patios, sidewalks, and more. Designed with a 17 in. x 13 in. plate, this vibratory plate is built to maneuver narrow, cramped spaces. Operating at 5,900 Blows per Minute (BPM), the JXPC50H compacts cohesive and granular soils up to 8 in. Ideal for compacting landscapes, hardscapes, roadways, and asphalt, this vibratory plate is perfect for small construction crews and do-it-yourselfers alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e163cc \/ 5.5 HP Honda GX160 Engine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eCompaction of cohesive soils up to 4 in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eCompaction of granular soils up to 8 in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eCompaction force of 2,050 lbs.\/ft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"list__item\"\u003e3-year engine warranty and 2-year product warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eEngine: Honda GX160\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003ePower: 5.5 HP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eWeight: 110 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil Capacity: .6 quarts\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003ePlate Size (LxW): 17 x 13 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eCompaction Force: 2,050 lbs.\/ft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eBlows per Minute (BPM): 5,900\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eCentrifugal Force: 9 Kn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eVibration Frequency: 100 hz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eTravel Speed: 79 ft\/min\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"\u003eCompaction Depth Per Lift at 100% compaction : 2 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\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\u003eJXPC50H Plate Compactor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperations Manual\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWheel Kit (Optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 Year Engine Warranty\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\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\u003cli\u003eBackfill Pools, Parks, Cemeteries, and Golf Courses\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\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\u003eInfo and Guides\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0277\/2821\/6112\/files\/JXPC50H_Spec_Sheet.pdf?v=1710793617\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSpecification Sheet \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0277\/2821\/6112\/files\/JXPC50H_Operations_Manual_-_Web_-_Opt.pdf?v=1710792357\u0026amp;_gl=1*7rutx3*_ga*MTY0ODk4MDUzNC4xNjkyNzQ1MjA5*_ga_0BK6F6GXYF*MTcxMDc4MzM0MS4zOS4xLjE3MTA3OTM1MTguMjEuMC4w\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOperations Manual\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0277\/2821\/6112\/files\/JXPC50_Parts_Manuals_f2f8ff27-e301-4031-8eb1-e78f0bd03a6b.pdf?v=1710792403\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eParts Manual\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-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":"No \/ No","offer_id":43435549622362,"sku":"JXPC50H","price":1399.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"No \/ Yes","offer_id":43435549655130,"sku":"JXPC50H + JXPC50H-PAD","price":1469.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ No","offer_id":43435549687898,"sku":"JXPC50H + JXPC50H-WHEELS","price":1479.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ Yes","offer_id":43435549720666,"sku":"JXPC50H + JXPC50H-WHEELS + JXPC50H-PAD","price":1549.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0671\/5018\/4538\/files\/plate-compactor-honda-engine-main-jxpc50h-jumping-jack-4.jpg?v=1780111736","url":"https:\/\/garagegeardirect.com\/products\/5-5-hp-honda-vibratory-plate-compactor-for-soil-compaction-tamper-3-year-warranty","provider":"Garage Gear Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}