Product Overview
The Tomahawk Power TPC175H is a 6.5 HP Honda-powered reverse hydraulic plate compactor designed for soil, aggregate, cohesive soil, granular soil, sticky soil, gravel, sand, base, subbase, subgrade, trenchwork, road repair, hardscape, retaining wall, foundation, and backfill compaction projects. Built with a Honda GX200 engine, hydraulic forward and reverse drive, 6,100 lbs/ft² of compaction force, and a 17" x 28" plate, this heavy-duty reverse compactor is made for professional compaction jobs where maneuverability, density, and jobsite efficiency matter. The TPC175H is a strong fit for contractors, public works crews, rental fleets, landscapers, and hardscape professionals who need reliable compaction power for larger or more demanding projects.
Key Features:
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6.5 HP Honda GX200 Engine: Reliable Honda engine power supports professional-grade compaction performance on demanding jobsites.
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Reverse Hydraulic Drive: Full-speed forward and reverse operation improves control and maneuverability in trenches, confined spaces, corners, and repair areas.
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6,100 lbs/ft² Compaction Force: Generates strong compaction force for cohesive soil, granular soil, asphalt patchwork, aggregate, base, subbase, and backfill applications.
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27 kN Force Rating: Provides heavy-duty compaction force for projects requiring improved soil and material density.
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17" x 28" Plate Size: Wide plate coverage helps compact larger areas efficiently while still working in tight jobsite spaces.
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Compacts Up to 20 Inches: Tomahawk lists this model for compaction of cohesive and granular soils up to 20 inches.
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65 Ft/Min Travel Speed: Moves at up to 65 feet per minute to help make quick work of larger areas.
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90 Hz Vibration Frequency: Supports steady vibration for soil, aggregate, and base compaction.
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Cast Aluminum Belt Guard: Helps protect engine components from debris and extends machine life.
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Rugged Frame: Built to withstand heavy use and harsh jobsite conditions.
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Larger Vibration Isolation Mounts: Help protect the Honda engine from jobsite vibration.
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Optional Wheel Kit Compatibility: Optional wheel kit is available for easier transportation across jobsites.
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Ergonomic Operation: Designed to reduce operator fatigue during extended use.
Technical Specifications:
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Model: TPC175H
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Product Type: Honda Reverse Hydraulic Plate Compactor
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Brand: Tomahawk Power
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Selected Variant: New
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Engine: Honda GX200
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Power: 6.5 HP
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Engine Oil: 10W-30
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Oil Capacity: 0.63 qt / 0.6 L
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Plate Size: 17" x 28" / 43.2 x 71.1 cm
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Compaction Force: 6,100 lbs/ft²
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Force Rating: 27 kN / 2750 kgf
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Vibration Frequency: 90 Hz
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Travel Speed: 65 ft/min / 19.8 m/min
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Compaction Capability: Cohesive and granular soils up to 20"
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Weight: 363 lb / 165 kg
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Compatible Belt: Gates Model XPA900
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Optional Feature: Wheel kit for transportation
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Shipping Note: Oversized item; ships by freight truck
Package Includes:
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TPC175H Plate Compactor: Honda-powered reverse hydraulic plate compactor for soil, aggregate, cohesive soil, granular soil, and base compaction work.
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Honda GX200 Engine: Included 6.5 HP Honda engine.
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Wheel Kit: Not included with this selected model; optional wheel kit is listed for transportation.
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Manuals & Guides: Follow Tomahawk’s available operation and maintenance instructions for setup, fuel, oil, reverse hydraulic control, operation, and service.
Applications:
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Retaining Walls: Compacts base, subbase, and backfill layers for retaining wall construction.
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Footings & Foundation Projects: Helps prepare compacted base layers for slabs, footings, and foundation support work.
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Landscapes & Hardscapes: Useful for patios, walkways, driveways, garden paths, and hardscape base preparation.
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Asphalt Patchwork: Supports asphalt repair, driveway patching, road repair, and maintenance areas.
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Pipeline Applications: Helps compact trench backfill and utility work areas.
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Road Repair & Trenchwork: Reverse hydraulic control helps maneuver in road repair areas, trenches, sidewalks, and larger compacted surfaces.
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Backfill Projects: Useful for backfill around pools, parks, cemeteries, golf courses, and outdoor maintenance areas.
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Cohesive Soils: Suitable for compatible cohesive soils such as clay, clayey silt, sticky soils, and mixed soils.
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Granular Soils: Suitable for compatible granular soils such as gravel, sand, silt, base, subbase, subgrade, and subsoil.
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Professional Compaction Jobs: Designed for contractors who need stronger compaction force and greater jobsite efficiency than a smaller forward-only plate compactor.
Operation & Use Notes:
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Reverse Hydraulic Control: Use forward and reverse control to maneuver in tight areas, trenches, repair zones, and larger jobsites. Keep bystanders clear while changing direction.
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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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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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Compaction Depth: Tomahawk lists compaction of cohesive and granular soils up to 20 inches; do not exceed the machine’s effective compaction range for the material being compacted.
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Asphalt Use: Follow Tomahawk operating guidance and project requirements when compacting asphalt patchwork or repair areas.
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Paver Surface Note: This product page does not list a poly pad as included. Use appropriate surface-protection accessories if compacting over pavers, bricks, or decorative hardscape surfaces.
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Wheel Kit Note: The wheel kit is listed as optional for transportation and is not included with the standard package shown on the page.
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Fuel & Oil: Use 10W-30 engine oil as listed and follow Tomahawk and Honda engine instructions for fuel, startup, shutdown, storage, and maintenance.
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Belt Maintenance: Tomahawk lists Gates Model XPA900 as the compatible belt for this model.
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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, belt guard, 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 363 lb, use proper equipment, ramps, lift gate, forklift, or approved lifting method 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 TPC175H?
The package includes the TPC175H Plate Compactor. Tomahawk lists the wheel kit as an optional feature for transportation.
What is the Tomahawk TPC175H used for?
The TPC175H is used for compacting soil, aggregate, cohesive soil, granular soil, sticky soils, gravel, sand, clay, mixed soils, base, subbase, subgrade, subsoil, backfill, retaining walls, footings, foundations, road repairs, asphalt patchwork, and trenchwork.
What engine does the TPC175H use?
Tomahawk lists the TPC175H with a 6.5 HP Honda GX200 engine.
What makes the TPC175H a reverse hydraulic plate compactor?
The TPC175H uses hydraulic directional controls for both forward and reverse movement, giving the operator more control and flexibility in tight areas.
How much compaction force does the TPC175H provide?
Tomahawk lists the TPC175H with 6,100 lbs/ft² of compaction force, equal to 27 kN / 2750 kgf.
What size is the plate on the TPC175H?
The TPC175H has a 17 inch by 28 inch plate size.
How deep can the TPC175H compact?
Tomahawk lists the TPC175H for compaction of cohesive and granular soils up to 20 inches.
What is the travel speed?
Tomahawk lists the travel speed at 65 feet per minute, or 19.8 meters per minute.
Does the TPC175H include a wheel kit?
No. The product page lists the wheel kit as an optional feature for transportation, but the package contents list the TPC175H Plate Compactor only.
What belt is compatible with the TPC175H?
Tomahawk lists Gates Model XPA900 as the compatible belt.
How much does the TPC175H weigh?
Tomahawk lists the TPC175H at 363 lb, or 165 kg.
Can the TPC175H be used for asphalt?
Yes. Tomahawk lists patchwork on asphalt and road repair among the applications for this reverse hydraulic plate compactor.
How does the TPC175H ship?
Tomahawk notes this is an oversized item that requires shipment on a freight truck. Shipping to a business address may help reduce transit time.
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 TPC175H is a heavy-duty reverse hydraulic compactor built for crews that need strong compaction force, dependable Honda power, and better maneuverability than a forward-only plate. The 6.5 HP Honda GX200 engine, 6,100 lbs/ft² compaction force, 27 kN force rating, 17" x 28" plate, 65 ft/min travel speed, 90 Hz vibration frequency, cast aluminum belt guard, rugged frame, and 363 lb build make it a strong choice for contractors, rental fleets, public works teams, and hardscape professionals handling retaining walls, foundations, trenchwork, road repair, asphalt patchwork, and large backfill projects.
