Product Overview
The Tomahawk Power TPC85H is a 5.5 HP Honda-powered vibratory plate compactor designed for soil compaction, asphalt patchwork, paver base preparation, hardscapes, walkways, driveways, patios, retaining walls, trenchwork, and foundation support projects. Built with a Honda GX160 engine, 23"" x 17"" plate, 3,000 lbs/ft² compaction force, 13 kN centrifugal force, and 79 ft/min travel speed, this compactor is made for contractors, landscapers, rental fleets, and property owners who need reliable compaction performance across residential and commercial jobs. This selected version is the base TPC85H plate compactor only; optional transport wheels and polyurethane paver pad accessories are available separately.
Key Features:
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5.5 HP Honda GX160 Engine: Honda engine power supports dependable starting and jobsite performance for soil, gravel, asphalt, and paver base work.
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23"" x 17"" Plate Size: Larger plate coverage helps compact more ground per pass while still staying manageable for hardscape and site-prep jobs.
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3,000 lbs/ft² Compaction Force: Delivers strong compaction force at 6,400 vibrations per minute for effective base preparation.
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Deep Compaction Performance: Tomahawk lists this model as effective on cohesive and granular soils up to 17 inches deep.
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13 kN Centrifugal Force: Provides consistent vibratory force for compacting compatible soil, gravel, sand, clay, mixed soils, base, subbase, and backfill.
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100 Hz Vibration Frequency: Supports steady compaction across approved soil and aggregate materials.
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79 Ft/Min Travel Speed: Helps move efficiently across sidewalks, driveways, patios, trench areas, and patch repair work.
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Long Lasting Components: Tomahawk highlights a robust steel plate and NSK bearings for longer service life.
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2.5 Gallon Tank: Larger listed tank capacity supports longer operation between refills.
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Optional Wheel Compatibility: Tomahawk offers optional transport wheels to help move the compactor on and off the jobsite.
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Optional Polyurethane Paver Pad Compatibility: Compatible with an optional polyurethane paver pad to help protect paver surfaces during compaction.
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2-Year Warranty: Backed by Tomahawk’s listed 2-year warranty and service network.
Technical Specifications:
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Model: TPC85H
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Product Type: Honda Vibratory Plate Compactor
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Brand: Tomahawk Power
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Selected Variant: Compactor Only
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Engine: Honda GX160
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Power: 5.5 HP
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Oil Capacity: 0.6 qt
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Plate Size: 23"" x 17"" / 58.4 x 43.1 cm
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Compaction Force: 3,000 lbs/ft² at 6,400 VPM
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Centrifugal Force: 13 kN
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Vibration Frequency: 100 Hz
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Travel Speed: 79 ft/min
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Deep Compaction: Effective on cohesive and granular soils up to 17""
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Compaction Depth Per Lift at 100% Compaction: 3–4""
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Tank Capacity: 2.5 gal / 9.4 L
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Weight: 170 lb / 77.1 kg
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Wheel Kit: Optional; not included with selected Compactor Only variant
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Polyurethane Paver Pad: Optional; not included with selected Compactor Only variant
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Shipping Note: Oversized item; ships by freight truck
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Warranty: 2 year
Package Includes:
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TPC85H Plate Compactor: Honda-powered vibratory plate compactor for soil, asphalt, paver base, and hardscape compaction work.
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Honda GX160 Engine: Included 5.5 HP Honda engine.
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NSK Bearings: Tomahawk highlights NSK bearings as part of the long-lasting component design.
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Wheel Kit: Not included with this selected Compactor Only variant.
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Polyurethane Paver Pad: Not included with this selected Compactor Only variant.
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Manuals & Guides: Follow Tomahawk’s available operation and maintenance instructions for setup, fuel, oil, operation, and service.
Applications:
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Retaining Walls: Compacts base, subbase, and backfill layers for retaining wall projects.
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Footings & Foundations: Helps prepare compacted soil and base layers for footings, slabs, and foundation work.
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Landscapes & Hardscapes: Useful for patios, walkways, garden paths, driveways, paver bases, and landscape installations.
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Asphalt Patchwork: Supports patch repair and compaction work on compatible asphalt repair areas.
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Pipeline Applications: Helps compact trench backfill and utility work areas.
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Road Repair & Trenchwork: Works well for road repairs, trenches, sidewalks, and compact jobsite spaces.
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Backfill Projects: Useful for backfill around pools, parks, cemeteries, golf courses, and outdoor maintenance projects.
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Cohesive & Granular Soils: Suitable for compatible clay, clayey silt, gravel, sand, silt, mixed soils, base, subbase, subgrade, and subsoil.
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Paver Base Preparation: Prepares compacted base layers before paver installation. Use an optional polyurethane pad when compacting directly over paver surfaces.
Operation & Use Notes:
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Base Preparation: Match compaction method, layer thickness, moisture content, and number of passes to the soil type and project requirements.
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Compaction Lift Depth: Tomahawk lists 3–4 inches per lift at 100% compaction; avoid overfilling layers beyond the machine’s effective compaction range.
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Soil Moisture: Soil should have the proper moisture content before compaction. Soil that is too dry or too wet may not compact correctly.
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Optional Wheel Kit: This selected variant does not include transport wheels. Use compatible optional transport wheels if easier jobsite movement is needed.
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Optional Paver Pad: This selected variant does not include a polyurethane paver pad. Use a compatible paver pad when compacting over pavers, bricks, or decorative hardscape surfaces to help reduce surface marking.
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Not for Finished Decorative Surfaces Without Pad: Avoid direct steel-plate contact on pavers, bricks, or finished decorative surfaces unless the project allows it.
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Fuel & Oil: Add the recommended oil and fuel before operation and follow Tomahawk and Honda engine instructions for startup, shutdown, storage, and maintenance.
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Hearing & Vibration Safety: Wear hearing protection, gloves, boots, eye protection, and follow safe operating practices for vibrating equipment.
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Hot Surface Safety: Keep hands, clothing, and debris away from the engine, muffler, belts, plate, and moving components during and after operation.
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Outdoor Use Only: Gas-powered compactors 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, or partially enclosed area because of carbon monoxide danger.
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Transport Safety: At 170 lb, use ramps, lifting equipment, or team lifting when moving, loading, and unloading.
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Freight Shipping: Tomahawk notes this is an oversized item that requires shipment on a freight truck. A business address may help reduce transit time.
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California Proposition 65: This product carries a California Proposition 65 warning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included with the TPC85H base variant?
This selected variant includes the TPC85H plate compactor only. Optional transport wheels and polyurethane paver pad accessories are not included with this variant.
What is the Tomahawk TPC85H used for?
The TPC85H is used for compacting soil, gravel, sand, clay, base, subbase, backfill, asphalt patchwork, patios, walkways, driveways, retaining walls, trenchwork, and paver base preparation.
What engine does the TPC85H use?
Tomahawk lists the TPC85H with a 5.5 HP Honda GX160 engine.
How much compaction force does the TPC85H provide?
Tomahawk lists this model with 3,000 lbs/ft² of compaction force at 6,400 VPM.
What size is the plate on the TPC85H?
The TPC85H has a 23 inch by 17 inch plate size.
How deep can the TPC85H compact?
Tomahawk lists this model as effective on cohesive and granular soils up to 17 inches deep, with a listed compaction depth per lift of 3–4 inches at 100% compaction.
What is the travel speed?
Tomahawk lists the travel speed at 79 feet per minute.
Does this TPC85H variant include the wheel kit?
No. This selected variant is Compactor Only. Tomahawk offers optional transport wheels if easier jobsite movement is needed.
Does this TPC85H variant include the paver pad?
No. This selected variant is Compactor Only. Tomahawk notes it is compatible with an optional polyurethane paver pad to help protect paver surfaces.
Can the TPC85H be used on pavers?
Yes, when properly configured. Tomahawk notes this model is compatible with an optional polyurethane paver pad, which helps protect delicate paver surfaces during compaction.
How much does the TPC85H weigh?
Tomahawk lists the TPC85H at 170 lb, or 77.1 kg.
What warranty does the TPC85H have?
Tomahawk lists a 2-year warranty for this model.
How does the TPC85H ship?
Tomahawk notes this is an oversized item that requires shipment on a freight truck.
Can I run this compactor indoors?
No. Gas-powered compactors must only be operated outdoors in a well-ventilated area. Never run a gas engine indoors, in a garage, basement, crawlspace, enclosed trailer, or partially enclosed area because of carbon monoxide danger.
Why We Like It:
The Tomahawk Power TPC85H is a strong Honda-powered plate compactor for users who want a wider 23"" x 17"" plate and dependable compaction performance in a manageable 170 lb package. The Honda GX160 engine, 3,000 lbs/ft² compaction force, 13 kN centrifugal force, 100 Hz vibration frequency, 79 ft/min travel speed, 2.5 gal tank, and optional wheel and paver pad compatibility make it a practical fit for contractors, landscapers, rental fleets, and property owners working on patios, sidewalks, driveways, asphalt patchwork, retaining walls, trenchwork, and paver base preparation.
