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Forward Plate Compactors

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Introducing the new Forward plate compactors that achieve optimal compaction of granular materials including sand, gravel and asphalt.

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Forward Plate Compactors

Bobcat® forward plate compactors are designed for industry-leading forward movement for great compaction results and less operator fatigue.

These versatile machines excel on a variety of jobsites - both large and confined - as well as a wide range of applications, including asphalt and paving, pipeline trench construction and landscaping.

Equipped with durable and efficient Honda engines, Bobcat forward plates provide maximum power while minimizing fuel consumption. Our line of durable forward plate compactors features three models - FP10.33, FP15.40 and FP15.50 - with varying plate sizes and compaction forces.

Control dust or keep the vibratory base plate free of material buildup while compacting asphalt using the fixed water tank and sprinkler system. Quickly attach the toolless mat, an option available with models FP15.40 and FP15.50, to operate the plate compactor on paving stones without cracking or chipping the surface.

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FP10.33 Bobcat Forward Plate Compactor On White Background
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FP10.33

Machine Weight
119 lb
Centrifugal Force
2360 lbf

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FP15.40 Bobcat Forward Plate Compactor On White Background
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FP15.40

Machine Weight
176 lb
Centrifugal Force
3372 lbf

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FP15.50 Forward Plate Compactor
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FP15.50

Machine Weight
185 lb
Centrifugal Force
3372 lbf

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Top Features & Benefits

Operator using Bobcat Forward plate compactor showing minimal hand-arm vibration.

Minimal Hand-Arm Vibration

Bobcat forward plate compactors are designed to isolate plate vibrations from the operator’s handle, significantly reducing hand-arm vibration and fatigue. The handle also folds for convenient transport and storage.

Bobcat Forward Plate compactor highly durable frame.

Durable Frame

A robust, tubular frame surrounds the engine and durable covers protect key components for reliable performance on the jobsite day after day.

Bobcat Forward Plate compactor easily transportable.

Easy Transport

Moving a Bobcat forward plate compactor from one jobsite to another is easy with the optional, toolless transport wheels and central lift bar.

Bobcat Forward Plate compactor one-piece plates

Casted, One-Piece Plates

Bobcat forward plate compactors feature a one-piece, cast base plate with no connection points that can weaken over time. Other brands weld or assemble components for their base plates.

Operator using the Bobcat Forward plate compactor highlighting the water tank and sprinkler system.

Water Tank and Sprinkler System

Control dust or keep the vibratory base plate free of material buildup using the fixed water tank and sprinkler system. The durable, yet light-weight tank can be removed without the need for tools for convenient refills. (Standard on the FP10.33).

Operator using the Bobcat Forward plate compactor highlighting the rubber mat.

Toolless Rubber Mat

Slip on the optional rubber mat to operate the forward plate compactor on paving stones without cracking or chipping the stones or other expensive surfaces. (An option available with models FP15.40 and FP15.50).

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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust (including diesel engine exhaust when equipped), lead and lead compounds, mineral oils, soots, phthalates, and carbon monoxide which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Certain specification(s) are based on engineering calculations and are not actual measurements. Specification(s) are provided for comparison purposes only and are subject to change without notice. Specification(s) for your individual equipment will vary based on normal variations in design, manufacturing, operating conditions, and other factors.