Product Overview
The Tomahawk Power TPC80 is a 6 HP Kohler-powered vibratory plate compactor designed for soil compaction, gravel base preparation, asphalt patchwork, hardscapes, walkways, patios, driveways, retaining walls, trenchwork, and site repair work. This selected variant is the base compactor only option, without the optional wheel kit or poly pad. With a 17"" x 21"" cast iron base plate, 3,000 lbs/ft² of compaction force, 79 ft/min travel speed, and compaction capability up to 22 inches, the TPC80 is built for medium-duty compaction jobs where a stable, properly prepared base matters.
Key Features:
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Base Compactor Only: Includes the TPC80 plate compactor without optional wheel kit or poly pad accessories.
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6 HP Kohler Command PRO CH260 Engine: Chain-driven OHC Kohler engine provides dependable jobsite power for compacting soil, gravel, sand, clay, and base materials.
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3,000 lbs/ft² Compaction Force: Delivers strong compaction force at 6,400 blows per minute for field density testing, base preparation, and hardscape installation.
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17"" x 21"" Cast Iron Base Plate: Compact plate size helps maneuver in narrow, cramped, and repair-focused work areas.
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Compacts Up to 22 Inches: Designed to compact cohesive soils, granular soils, clay, gravel, sand, silt, mixed soils, base, subbase, subgrade, and backfill materials.
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79 Ft/Min Travel Speed: Helps move efficiently across sidewalks, driveways, patios, trenches, and patch repair areas.
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13 kN Centrifugal Force: Provides consistent vibration force for compaction of medium-duty soil and aggregate layers.
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100 Hz Vibration Frequency: Supports steady compaction performance across compatible soil and base materials.
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Large 1 Gallon Fuel Tank: Supports longer operation between refills.
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Built for Tight Spaces: Designed for narrow areas, repair work, sidewalks, driveways, and compact jobsites.
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Warranty Coverage: Tomahawk lists a 3-year engine warranty and 2-year product warranty.
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CARB & EPA Compliant: Listed by Tomahawk as CARB and EPA compliant.
Technical Specifications:
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Model: TPC80
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Product Type: Vibratory Plate Compactor
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Brand: Tomahawk Power
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Selected Variant: Compactor Only
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Engine: Kohler Command PRO CH260
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Power: 6 HP
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Engine Type: Chain driven OHC Kohler engine
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Oil Capacity: 0.6 qt
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Fuel Tank Capacity: 1 gal
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Base Plate Material: Cast iron
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Plate Size: 17"" x 21"" / 43.1 x 53.3 cm
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Compaction Force: 3,000 lbs/ft² at 6,400 blows per minute
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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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Compaction Capability: Cohesive and granular soils and clays up to 22""
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Compaction Depth Per Lift at 100% Compaction: 3–4""
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Weight: 220 lb / 99.7 kg
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Wheel Kit: Not included with this selected Compactor Only variant
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Poly Pad: Not included with this selected Compactor Only variant
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Shipping Note: Oversized item; ships by freight truck
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Engine Warranty: 3 year
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Product Warranty: 2 year
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Compliance: CARB and EPA compliant
Package Includes:
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TPC80 6 HP Plate Compactor: Kohler-powered vibratory plate compactor for soil, gravel, asphalt, hardscape, and base preparation work.
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NSK Bearings: Listed by Tomahawk as included with the TPC80 package.
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Kohler Command PRO CH260 Engine: Included engine with Tomahawk-listed 3-year warranty.
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Wheel Kit: Not included with this selected variant.
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Poly Pad: Not included with this selected 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, backfill, and supporting soil 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, driveways, paver bases, garden paths, 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 in narrow repair areas, trenches, sidewalks, driveways, and compact jobsite spaces.
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Cohesive & Granular Soils: Suitable for gravel, sand, silt, clay, clayey silt, mixed soils, base, subbase, subgrade, subsoil, and backfill.
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Artificial Turf Base Prep: Tomahawk’s Q&A notes this plate compactor can be used to prepare the base for artificial turf.
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Parks, Cemeteries & Golf Courses: Useful for backfill and surface prep on outdoor maintenance and grounds projects.
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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Paver Surface Note: This selected variant does not include a poly pad. Use a compatible poly 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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Transport Note: This selected variant does not include the wheel kit. At 220 lb, use ramps, lifting equipment, or team lifting when moving, loading, and unloading.
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Fuel & Oil: Add the recommended oil and fuel before operation. Tomahawk’s Q&A notes 10W-30 oil and fuel above 87 octane for starting guidance.
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Starting Procedure: Follow the Tomahawk manual for starting, choke position, fuel valve position, warm-up, operation, and shutdown.
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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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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 TPC80 base variant?
This selected variant includes the TPC80 plate compactor only. The wheel kit and poly pad are not included with this variant.
What is the Tomahawk TPC80 used for?
The TPC80 is used for compacting soil, gravel, sand, clay, base, subbase, backfill, asphalt patchwork, patios, walkways, driveways, retaining walls, trenchwork, and hardscape base preparation.
What engine does the TPC80 use?
Tomahawk lists the TPC80 with a 6 HP Kohler Command PRO CH260 engine.
How much compaction force does the TPC80 provide?
Tomahawk lists the TPC80 with 3,000 lbs/ft² of compaction force at 6,400 blows per minute.
What size is the plate on the TPC80?
The TPC80 has a 17 inch by 21 inch cast iron base plate.
How deep can the TPC80 compact?
Tomahawk states the TPC80 can compact cohesive and granular soils and clays up to 22 inches, 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 TPC80 variant include the wheel kit?
No. This selected variant is Compactor Only. Choose the Compactor + Wheels option if a wheel kit is needed.
Does this TPC80 variant include the poly pad?
No. This selected variant is Compactor Only. Choose a poly pad option or compatible pad if compacting over pavers, bricks, or decorative hardscape surfaces.
How much does the TPC80 weigh?
Tomahawk lists the TPC80 at 220 lb, or 99.7 kg.
What warranty does the TPC80 have?
Tomahawk lists a 3-year engine warranty and a 2-year product warranty.
Can the TPC80 be used for artificial turf base prep?
Yes. Tomahawk’s Q&A states that this plate compactor can be used to prepare the base for artificial turf.
How does the TPC80 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 TPC80 is a strong base-model plate compactor for customers who need dependable compaction power without extra accessories. The 6 HP Kohler Command PRO CH260 engine, 17"" x 21"" cast iron plate, 3,000 lbs/ft² compaction force, 79 ft/min travel speed, 13 kN centrifugal force, 100 Hz vibration frequency, 220 lb operating weight, and long warranty coverage make it a practical fit for contractors, landscapers, rental fleets, and property owners preparing compacted bases for sidewalks, driveways, patios, retaining walls, trenchwork, artificial turf, and repair projects.
