Product Overview
The Tomahawk Power TR68H + TR68H-WHEEL is a 3.6 HP Honda-powered vibratory rammer bundle designed for compacting cohesive soil, mixed soil, clay-heavy backfill, trenches, foundations, retaining walls, pipeline work, asphalt patch edges, and confined jobsite areas. This selected variant includes the TR68H rammer with the wheel kit option, making it easier to move and position the 150 lb jumping jack tamper around jobsites, trailers, storage areas, and repair zones. Built with a Honda GXR120 engine, 3,550 lbs/ft of compaction force, up to 678 blows per minute, and a 13" x 11" shoe, this rammer delivers vertical impact force where a standard plate compactor may not be the right fit.
Key Features:
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TR68H with Wheel Kit: Selected Add Wheel Kit: Yes variant includes the rammer and wheel kit for easier jobsite transport.
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Honda GXR120 Engine: 3.6 HP Honda engine is designed for dependable rammer performance in dusty and demanding jobsite conditions.
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3,550 lbs/ft Compaction Force: Delivers strong vertical impact force for cohesive soil, clay-heavy material, mixed soil, and trench backfill.
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Up to 678 Blows Per Minute: High-impact tamping action helps achieve dense, stable compaction in confined areas.
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13" x 11" Shoe: Narrow shoe works well in trenches, retaining wall areas, utility cuts, landscaping, pipeline applications, and tight repair zones.
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1.6"–3.4" Jumping Stroke: Provides controlled jumping action for compacting compatible soil and backfill materials.
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49.2 Ft/Min Travel Speed: Helps move efficiently along trenches, narrow work areas, and compacted paths.
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Roll Cage Protection: Robust roll cage helps protect the Honda engine from harsh jobsite conditions.
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Dual Air Filter Design: Helps reduce engine clogging and supports longer operation in dusty environments.
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3-in-1 Fuel System: Tomahawk’s fuel control system engages engine switch, fuel valve, and choke with one knob for easier startup.
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Laminated Wood & Steel Shoe: Shoe construction helps absorb and resist vibration shock during tough compaction work.
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Lifting Handles & Rollers: Built-in handling features support loading, unloading, and day-to-day transportation.
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CARB & EPA Certified: Listed by Tomahawk as CARB and EPA certified.
Technical Specifications:
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Model: TR68H + TR68H-WHEEL
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Product Type: Honda Vibratory Rammer / Jumping Jack Tamper with Wheel Kit
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Brand: Tomahawk Power
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Selected Variant: Add Wheel Kit: Yes / Condition: New
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Engine: Honda GXR120
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Power: 3.6 HP
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Engine Displacement: 121cc
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Engine RPM: 4100
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Compaction Force: 3,550 lbs/ft
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Blows Per Minute: Up to 678 BPM
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Travel Speed: 49.2 ft/min
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Jumping Stroke: 1.6"–3.4"
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Fuel Type: Gasoline
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Fuel Tank: 2.7 qt
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Oil Capacity: 0.29 qt
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Shoe Size: 13" x 11" / 33 x 27.9 cm
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Compaction Capability: Cohesive and granular soils up to 26"
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Weight: 150 lb / 68 kg
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Wheel Kit: Included with selected Add Wheel Kit: Yes variant
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Compliance: CARB and EPA certified
Package Includes:
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TR68H Vibratory Rammer: Honda-powered jumping jack tamper for cohesive soil, backfill, trench, and confined-area compaction.
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TR68H-WHEEL Wheel Kit: Included wheel kit for easier transportation and positioning.
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Honda GXR120 Engine: Included 3.6 HP Honda engine.
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13" x 11" Shoe: Narrow compaction shoe for trenches and tight jobsite areas.
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Manuals & Guides: Follow Tomahawk’s operation and maintenance instructions for setup, fuel, oil, startup, operation, storage, and service.
Applications:
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Trench Compaction: Ideal for compacting narrow trenches, utility cuts, and confined soil areas where plate compactors may not fit.
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Retaining Walls: Compacts base and backfill layers behind and around retaining wall structures.
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Footings & Foundation Projects: Helps prepare compacted soil in footing trenches, foundation edges, and structural support areas.
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Pipeline Applications: Useful for compacting backfill around utility lines, pipe trenches, and repair excavations.
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Landscapes & Hardscapes: Works well for landscape edging, hardscape base areas, tight corners, and limited-access compaction zones.
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Asphalt Patchwork: Supports compacting edges and confined patch areas around asphalt repairs where a rammer is appropriate.
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Cohesive Soils: Designed for clay-heavy material, clayey silt, sticky soils, moist earth, and mixed soil that can be difficult for standard plate compactors.
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Granular Soils: Can compact compatible gravel, sand, silt, base, subbase, subgrade, and backfill materials within the listed machine limits.
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Backfill Projects: Useful for backfill around pools, parks, cemeteries, golf courses, and compact outdoor construction areas.
Operation & Use Notes:
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Rammer vs. Plate Compactor: Jumping jack rammers deliver vertical impact force and are especially useful for cohesive soils, trenches, and confined areas. Plate compactors use broader vibration and are often preferred for larger granular surfaces.
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Wheel Kit Use: Use the included wheel kit for moving and positioning the rammer. Remove or disengage transport wheels as required before compacting.
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Soil Selection: Best suited for cohesive and mixed soils, including backfill, clay-heavy material, and moist earth that traditional plate compactors may struggle with.
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Layer Thickness: Match lift depth, soil moisture, and number of passes to the project requirements and soil type. Do not exceed the machine’s effective compaction range.
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Fuel & Oil: Use gasoline and add the proper engine oil before operation. Follow Tomahawk and Honda engine instructions for fuel, oil, startup, shutdown, and storage.
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Startup System: Use Tomahawk’s 3-in-1 fuel system as instructed to engage the engine switch, fuel valve, and choke for starting.
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Air Filter Maintenance: Rammers often work in dusty trenches and soil conditions. Inspect and maintain the dual air filter system regularly.
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Operator Control: Keep both hands on the handle, maintain firm footing, and allow the rammer to move at its intended pace without forcing it.
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Shoe Safety: Keep feet, hands, debris, and loose clothing away from the rammer shoe during operation.
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Hearing & Vibration Safety: Wear hearing protection, gloves, boots, eye protection, and follow safe operating practices for high-impact vibrating equipment.
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Hot Surface Safety: Keep hands, clothing, and debris away from the engine, muffler, recoil starter, guards, and hot surfaces during and after operation.
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Outdoor Use Only: Gas-powered rammers must be operated outdoors in a well-ventilated area away from doors, windows, vents, and occupied spaces.
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Carbon Monoxide Safety: Never operate a gas engine indoors, in a garage, basement, crawlspace, enclosed trailer, trench box with poor ventilation, or partially enclosed area because of carbon monoxide danger.
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Transport Safety: At 150 lb, use the wheel kit, lifting handles, rollers, ramps, team lifting, or approved lifting equipment when loading, unloading, and moving the unit.
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California Proposition 65: This product carries a California Proposition 65 warning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included with the TR68H + WHEELS variant?
This selected variant includes the TR68H vibratory rammer with the TR68H-WHEEL wheel kit.
What is the Tomahawk TR68H used for?
The TR68H is used for compacting cohesive soil, mixed soil, clay-heavy backfill, trenches, retaining walls, footings, foundation areas, pipeline applications, asphalt patch edges, and confined jobsite spaces.
What engine does the TR68H use?
Tomahawk lists the TR68H with a Honda GXR120 engine and 3.6 HP power.
How much compaction force does the TR68H provide?
Tomahawk lists the TR68H with 3,550 lbs/ft of compaction force.
What size is the rammer shoe?
The TR68H has a 13 inch by 11 inch shoe.
How many blows per minute does it deliver?
Tomahawk lists the TR68H at up to 678 blows per minute.
What is the jumping stroke?
Tomahawk lists the jumping stroke at 1.6 inches to 3.4 inches.
What soil type is the TR68H best for?
The TR68H is best suited for cohesive and mixed soils, including backfill, clay-heavy material, sticky soil, and moist earth. It can also be used on compatible granular soils within the machine’s limits.
How deep can the TR68H compact?
Tomahawk highlights compaction of cohesive and granular soils up to 26 inches.
Does the TR68H + WHEELS variant include a wheel kit?
Yes. This selected variant is Add Wheel Kit: Yes and uses SKU TR68H + TR68H-WHEEL.
How much does the TR68H weigh?
Tomahawk lists the TR68H at 150 lb, or 68 kg.
What fuel does the TR68H use?
The TR68H uses gasoline.
Can I run this rammer indoors?
No. Gas-powered rammers must only be operated outdoors in a well-ventilated area. Never run a gas engine indoors, in a garage, basement, crawlspace, enclosed trailer, trench box with poor ventilation, or partially enclosed area because of carbon monoxide danger.
Why We Like It:
The Tomahawk Power TR68H + WHEELS bundle keeps the same hard-hitting Honda rammer performance while adding easier transport with the included wheel kit. The Honda GXR120 engine, 3,550 lbs/ft compaction force, 13" x 11" shoe, up to 678 blows per minute, 1.6"–3.4" jumping stroke, dual air filter, 3-in-1 fuel system, roll cage protection, transport wheels, and 150 lb build make it a practical fit for contractors, rental fleets, utility crews, landscapers, and hardscape installers compacting trenches, clay-heavy backfill, retaining walls, footings, and confined repair areas.
