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Plate Compactors

Working in the construction industry, you know that plate compactors are an indispensable tool. They allow you to compact asphalt, gravel, and soil with a singular piece of equipment and are critical to paving companies, contractors, and home builders alike....

In terms of how the machine works, a heavy steel plate makes up the bottom portion of the machine, and it quickly vibrates against sedimentary surfaces to compact them.

The sheer weight that is applied to the steel plate is enough to help compact and level surfaces like these, and vibrations help to keep the surface even.

The operator of the machine determines how fast the metal plate moves up and down and how heavy it presses on the surface. These two factors determine how tightly packed the sediment becomes and how quickly a surface is levelled.

Plate compactors are most often used to compact soil or gravel before paving and can also help to level an area of fresh asphalt.

But why are these machines important?

When you use a plate compactor, you compress soil and gravel together before paving, which decreases the likelihood that this material will shift. 

That means using a plate compactor helps to do the job right the first time. It also is extremely unlikely that you’ll have to repave in the future — since the materials have a solid, strong foundation of compacted sediment.

At Beton Tools, we offer a plate compactor that is easy to transport to any location. It is easy to manoeuvre and the quality is unmatched.

Safety is a top priority, so all of our Beton Tools are made with your safety in mind. However, you should always take necessary safety precautions and only use the machine for its intended purpose.

Plate Compactors

Plate compactors are used to compact granular soils, gravel, crushed rock, asphalt and pavers, creating a firm, stable base for footings, slabs, driveways, paths and paving projects. They are an essential piece of equipment for civil construction, landscaping, earthworks and residential site preparation. At BetonTools, we stock petrol and diesel plate compactors suited to contractors and hire businesses across Australia.

Choosing the right plate compactor
Plate compactors apply downward compaction force through a vibrating base plate driven by an eccentric weight. Key specs to compare: centrifugal force (kN — higher force for deeper compaction lifts and denser materials), plate size (larger plates cover more area per pass), operating weight (heavier machines compact more effectively but are harder to manoeuvre), and engine type and displacement. Forward-plate compactors are suited to general compaction of granular soils and aggregates. Reversible plate compactors can travel in both directions and are more efficient on larger areas and in confined spaces such as trenches. For cohesive soils (clay), a jumping jack rammer is generally more effective than a plate compactor. Always compact in layers of appropriate depth for the material and compactor rating.

Also browse our plate compactor accessories. Contact our team for product and specification advice.

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Hoppt Honda GX160 Plate Compactor Petrol - 87kg - CPT87B - Betontools Australia

Hoppt Honda GX160 Plate Compactor Petrol - 87kg - CPT87B

Hoppt Construction Equipment
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HOPPT HONDA GX160 Plate Compactor Petrol - 87kg The CPT87B box-type compactor offers greater compaction for various jobs. Heavy weight and durable ...

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Masterfinish by AG Pulie 84kg Powerplate Petrol Plate Compactor 710H

MasterFinish by AG Pulie
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Masterfinish by AG Pulie 84kg Powerplate Petrol Plate Compactor 710H Masterfinish 710H plate compactor Powered by the Honda GX200 4-stroke engine ...

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Flextool Plate Compactor Forward Petrol 87KG FCP-87B FT201806-UNIT

Flextool
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Flextool Plate Compactor Forward Petrol 87KG FCP-87B FT201806-UNIT The FCP-87B Forward Plate Compactor is suitable for a wide range of compaction a...

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Hoppt Honda GX160 Plate Compactor Petrol C/W Lifting Hook - 86kg - CPT80B-L - Betontools Australia

Hoppt Honda GX160 Plate Compactor Petrol C/W Lifting Hook - 86kg - CPT80B-L

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HOPPT HONDA GX160 Plate Compactor Petrol C/W Lifting Hook - 86kgThe Hoppt Forward Plate Compactor range features a compact yet robust design with l...

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Hoppt Honda GX160 Water Tank Fitted To Plate Compactor Petrol 95kg - CPT90PIIW - Betontools Australia

Hoppt Honda GX160 Water Tank Fitted To Plate Compactor Petrol 95kg - CPT90PIIW

Hoppt Construction Equipment
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Hoppt Water Tank Fitted To Plate Compactor Petrol Honda GX160 - 95kgFeatures: Straight, centre-mounted guide handle offers superior manoeuvrability...

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Crommelins Honda Plate Compactor CC60HP

Crommelins Honda Plate Compactor CC60HP

Crommelins
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Crommelins Honda Plate Compactor CC60HP The CC690H Crommelins Compactor is powered by a Honda GX200 and has the smallest plate width of all the com...

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Masterfinish by AG Pulie 93kg Diesel Powered Plate Compactor 610-DIESEL

MasterFinish by AG Pulie
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Masterfinish by AG Pulie 93kg Diesel Powered Plate Compactor 610-DIESEL Powered by the Yanmar L48 Diesel motor the 610-Diesel plate compactor prov...

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Crommelins Battery-Powered Plate Compactor - CC60BR

Crommelins
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Crommelins Battery-Powered Plate Compactor The new 72-volt lithium-ion battery powered range provides uninterrupted productivity on your site witho...

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Masterfinish 510 X 350mm Petrol Powerplate Compactor - 510H

MasterFinish by AG Pulie
$1,588.18 - $1,588.18
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Masterfinish 510 X 350mm 73kg Petrol Powerplate Compactor Masterfinish 510H plate compactor Powered by the Honda GX200 4-stroke engine the 510 deli...

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Mikasa Honda Battery Reversible Plate Compactor MVH-eR60 - FT272789-UNIT

Mikasa Light Construction Equipment
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Mikasa Reversible Plate Compactors set the standard for efficient compaction of sand, gravel and cohesive soils in trenches and large construction ...

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Mikasa Honda Battery Forward Plate Compactor MVC-e60 - FT272788-UNIT

Mikasa Light Construction Equipment
$4,560.97 - $4,560.97
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Mikasa Forward Plate Compactors set the standard for the compaction of sub-bases and asphalt. Mikasa Forward Plate Compactors offer superior build ...

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Flextool Portapac FCP-48 Forward Petrol Plate Compactor FT201870-UNIT

Flextool
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Flextool Portapac FCP-48 Forward Petrol Plate Compactor Honda GX100 3HP 48kgSuitable for all trades, the PortaPac FCP-48 is designed for ultimate m...

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Crommelins Diesel Plate Compactor Folding Handle CC70YDT

Crommelins Diesel Plate Compactor Folding Handle CC70YDT

Crommelins
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Folding handle compactor, diesel Yanmar engine. This Crommelins Diesel Plate Compactor comes with a folding handle and wheel kit. It is built to in...

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Easymix Plate Compactor Honda 550H - Betontools Australia

Easymix Plate Compactor Honda 550H

Easymix
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Easymix Plate Compactor Honda 550HThe Easymix 550H plate compactor has a solid, high-strength steel base plate with curved edges which provides top...

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Easymix Diesel Plate Compactor 550Y - Betontools Australia

Easymix Diesel Plate Compactor 550Y

Easymix
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Easymix Diesel Plate Compactor 550YDIESEL PLATE COMPACTOR

$4,120.00 - $4,120.00
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Easymix Heavy Duty Plate Compactor Honda 610H - Betontools Australia

Easymix Heavy Duty Plate Compactor Honda 610H

Easymix
$1,626.36 - $1,626.36
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Easymix Hd Plate Compactor 610HThe Easymix 610H plate compactor features a vibration isolated reversible handle for easy operation and reduced oper...

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Hoppt 320kg Reversible Plate Compactor Electric Start - CPT300DE - Betontools Australia

Hoppt 320kg Reversible Plate Compactor Electric Start - CPT300DE

Hoppt Construction Equipment
$10,900.00 - $10,900.00
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The Hoppt range of reversible plate compactors offers dual direction and provides ease of control with optimum compaction ability. The iron base pl...

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Hoppt Round GX160 Compactor Vibratory Forward Plate - RBC90 - Betontools Australia

Hoppt Round GX160 Compactor Vibratory Forward Plate - RBC90

Hoppt Construction Equipment
$3,990.00 - $3,990.00
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HOPPT ROUND GX160 Compactor Vibratory Forward PlateHOPPT® Forward Plate Compactors feature a compact yet robust design with low hand-arm vibration ...

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Hoppt Honda GX160 Pavement Compactor Plate - 123kg - PCPT90P - Betontools Australia
Hoppt Honda GX160 Pavement Compactor Plate - 123kg - PCPT90P - Betontools Australia

Hoppt Honda GX160 Pavement Compactor Plate - 123kg - PCPT90P

Hoppt Construction Equipment
$3,990.00 - $3,990.00
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HOPPT HONDA GX160 Pavement Compactor Plate - 123kgThe Hoppt Pavement Plate Compactor features a unique rubber roll bar system that allows for excel...

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Hoppt Reversible Plate Compactor Diesel Hatz 1B40 - 395kg - CPT400D - Betontools Australia
Hoppt Reversible Plate Compactor Diesel Hatz 1B40 - 395kg - CPT400D - Betontools Australia

Hoppt Reversible Plate Compactor Diesel Hatz 1B40 - 395kg - CPT400D

Hoppt Construction Equipment
$12,500.00 - $12,500.00
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HOPPT Reversible Plate Compactor Diesel Hatz 1B40 - 395kgThe Hoppt range of reversible plate compactors offers dual direction and provides ease of ...

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Hoppt Honda GX270 Reversible Plate Compactor Petrol - 300kg - CPT300P - Betontools Australia
Hoppt Honda GX270 Reversible Plate Compactor Petrol - 300kg - CPT300P - Betontools Australia

Hoppt Honda GX270 Reversible Plate Compactor Petrol - 300kg - CPT300P

Hoppt Construction Equipment
$9,500.00 - $9,500.00
$9,500.00  +GST
$9,500.00 - $9,500.00
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HOPPT HONDA GX270 Reversible Plate Compactor Petrol - 300kgThe Hoppt range of reversible plate compactors offers dual direction and provides ease o...

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Hoppt Reversible Plate Compactor Petrol Honda - 183kg - CPT200P - Betontools Australia
Hoppt Reversible Plate Compactor Petrol Honda - 183kg - CPT200P - Betontools Australia

Hoppt Reversible Plate Compactor Petrol Honda - 183kg - CPT200P

Hoppt Construction Equipment
$6,400.00 - $6,400.00
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HOPPT Reversible Plate Compactor Petrol Honda - 183kgThe Hoppt range of reversible plate compactors offers dual direction and provides ease of cont...

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Hoppt Reversible Plate Compactor Diesel Hatz 1B30 - 197kg - CPT200D - Betontools Australia
Hoppt Reversible Plate Compactor Diesel Hatz 1B30 - 197kg - CPT200D - Betontools Australia

Hoppt Reversible Plate Compactor Diesel Hatz 1B30 - 197kg - CPT200D

Hoppt Construction Equipment
$7,200.00 - $7,200.00
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$7,200.00 - $7,200.00
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HOPPT Reversible Plate Compactor Diesel Hatz 1B30 - 197kgThe Hoppt range of reversible plate compactors offers dual direction and provides ease of ...

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Hoppt Reversible Plate Compactor Petrol Honda - 150kg - CPT150P - Betontools Australia
Hoppt Reversible Plate Compactor Petrol Honda - 150kg - CPT150P - Betontools Australia

Hoppt Reversible Plate Compactor Petrol Honda - 150kg - CPT150P

Hoppt Construction Equipment
$6,300.00 - $6,300.00
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HOPPT Reversible Plate Compactor Petrol Honda - 150kgThe Hoppt range of reversible plate compactors offers dual direction and provides ease of cont...

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