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FP15.40 Forward Plate Compactor

The Bobcat FP15.40 forward plate compactor delivers powerful, reliable compaction performance for a wide range of soil, aggregate, asphalt, and paving applications. Powered by a dependable 3.5 hp Honda GX120 engine, it provides excellent compaction force while remaining compact and easy to maneuver in trenches, around foundations, and on landscaping projects.

The durable one-piece cast base plate is designed to maximize compaction while resisting wear, and the low-vibration folding handle helps reduce operator fatigue throughout the workday. Complete with a standard water tank and sprinkler system for asphalt work, the FP15.40 is built to provide dependable performance, easy maintenance, and long-lasting durability on every jobsite.

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Features

  • One-Piece Cast Base Plate
  • Standard Water Tank & Sprinkler System
  • Low-Vibration Folding Handle
  • Heavy-Duty Tubular Protective Frame
  • Material-Shedding Base Plate
  • Wear-Resistant Base Plate

Options

  • Toolless Transport Wheels
  • Vibration-Activated Hour Meter
  • Rubber Paving Mat

FP15.40 Forward Plate Compactor

Dimensions

  • OPERATING WEIGHT
    176 lb
  • LENGTH
    28 in
  • WIDTH
    16 in
  • HEIGHT
    26 in
  • GRADEABILITY
    30%
  • MAX INCLINE
    20°
  • BASE PLATE LENGTH
    22 in

Engine

  • ENGINE MODEL
    GX 120
  • ENGINE MAKE
    Honda
  • HORSEPOWER
    3.5 hp

Performance

  • VIBRATION FREQUENCY
    100 Hz

Compaction Forces

  • CENTRIFUGAL FORCE
    3,372 lbf
  • AMPLITUDE
    1.4 mm
  • SURFACE CAPACITY
    6,975 ft²/h
  • VIBRATION ON HANDLE
    <8.2 ft/s²
  • SURFACE PRESSURE
    15.5 psi

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