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Light Duty Vibratory Plate Compactor | MBW
Light Duty Vibratory Plate Compactor | MBW
Light Duty Vibratory Plate Compactor | MBW
Light Duty Vibratory Plate Compactor | MBW
Light Duty Vibratory Plate Compactor | MBW
Light Duty Vibratory Plate Compactor | MBW

Light Duty Vibratory Plate Compactor | MBW

Brand MBWSKU 12GHC
$2,278.00 USD - $2,799.00 USD
$2,278.00 USD
$2,278.00 USD - $2,799.00 USD
$2,278.00 USD
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The MBW Light Duty Vibratory Plate line spans 13, 16, and 18 in sizes, offered as GP models for sand and gravel or AP models with a water tank added for asphalt compaction.

Need fitment or freight help before you order? Contact us.

Shipping & Freight

We ship to the 48 contiguous states. We do not ship to Alaska, Hawaii, US territories, military (APO/FPO/DPO) addresses or outside the United States.

Smaller items ship by parcel carrier, priced by weight. Larger items and heavy equipment ship by LTL freight, priced by your ZIP code and the delivery type you choose: terminal pickup and dock delivery cost the least, and commercial liftgate, residential liftgate and jobsite delivery each add the carrier’s fee. Your shipping cost is shown at checkout before you pay.

The best way to get a shipping quote or ask a freight question is the Get a Freight Quote button on this page. You can also call (805) 398-6165.

Delivery types, delivery times, terminal pickup, liftgate service and damage inspection are covered in our Shipping Policy.

Compatibility / Fitment

Compatibility varies by product type, machine setup, selected options, and intended application.

For machine-mounted equipment and attachments, buyers should confirm fitment before ordering using the relevant machine information, including model, attachment style, mount type, coupler type, hydraulic requirements, and any other product-specific requirements listed on the page.

Hardscape Heavy can assist with pre-order fitment guidance based on the information you provide. This guidance is limited to purchase and compatibility review before ordering and does not include field installation, hydraulic modification, fabrication, or on-site setup support.

If you are unsure whether a product will work with your machine or application, contact us before placing the order.

Specifications
  • Plate Size (L×W): 22.5 × 13 in (57 × 33 cm), 22.5 × 16 in (57 × 40 cm), 22.5 × 18 in (57 × 46 cm)
  • Plate Types: Standard (GP) or Asphalt with water tank (AP)
  • Engine: Honda GX120 (13 and 16 in) or Honda GX160 (18 in)
  • Centrifugal Force: 1920 to 2780 lbf
  • Compaction Depth: Up to 10 in
  • Travel Speed: Up to 83 ft/min


Need full technical detail? See the Technical Details tab. If available, also see manufacturer PDF in the Downloads tab.

Returns & Warranty

Warranty coverage is provided by the product manufacturer where applicable. Warranty terms, coverage periods, exclusions, and claim procedures vary by brand and product type.

Hardscape Heavy does not create separate warranty coverage beyond the manufacturer’s warranty unless explicitly stated on the product page.

Returns: within 30 days of delivery if unused and complete, with a restocking fee of up to 25% plus return freight. Returns need the manufacturer's agreement to take the item back; if they won't, the sale is final. Custom and made-to-order items are final sale. Full terms: Refund Policy.

Please review our full return policy before purchase. If you have questions about return eligibility or manufacturer warranty coverage for a specific item, contact us before ordering.

The MBW Light Duty Vibratory Plate line covers portable vibratory plate compactors built for confined-area work in granular soils, sold as the GP12, GP15, and GP18 for sand and gravel, and as the AP12, AP15, and AP18, the same frame with a water tank added, for asphalt. Every model ships standard with a Honda engine and a lift cage. MBW positions the line as an economical option for small to medium compaction jobs, not the large-scale earthwork a bigger plate is built for.

A patented suspension system runs the shock mounts in a shear mode at the high-amplitude front of the plate and a compressive mode at the low-amplitude trailing end, which cuts hand-arm vibration and isolates the engine and other upper-mass components from the exciter. The exciter itself runs oversized, application-matched bearings under an oil-mist lubrication system built to hold up under heat, in a one-piece housing with a self-cleaning, open base-plate design. The guide handles are double isolated to carry less of that vibration to the operator. This is built for crews compacting sand, gravel, and confined backfill on small to medium jobs, not the large-scale sitework a bigger plate handles.

Common Applications

  • Sand and gravel compaction in confined areas (GP models)
  • Asphalt patch and lift compaction on lots and drives (AP models)
  • Backfill and utility trench compaction on small to medium sitework

Selection Notes

  • Pick GP for sand and gravel work without a water tank, or AP for asphalt compaction; the AP models add a 2.3 gal water tank and run heavier full than empty (2 to 19 lb depending on size). A water tank kit is also available to add a tank to a GP unit later.
  • Match the 13, 16, or 18 in plate to the lane or area being compacted; the 18 in size steps up to a Honda GX160 engine. Optional wheel kit and UHMW paving pad accessories are available per size; confirm current availability and lead time with the supplier before ordering.
Unit Specifications
Compaction Depth
Up to 10 in (25 cm), based on clean sand at optimum moisture; MBW recommends lifts not exceed 12 in
Exciter Speed
5240 vpm (13 and 18 in), 5350 vpm (16 in)
Travel Speed
Up to 83 ft/min (13 in), up to 68 ft/min (16 in), up to 75 ft/min (18 in)
Compaction Area
5395 ft2/hr (13 in), 5440 ft2/hr (16 in), 6750 ft2/hr (18 in)
Water Tank Capacity
2.3 gal (8.7 l), AP models only
Accessories
Wheel Kit
Item 20736, fits all three sizes
UHMW Paving Pad
13 in (item 21050), 16 in (item 21051), 18 in (item 21052), for interlocking paving stone/brick/block
Water Tank Kit
13 in (item 20482), 16 in (item 20483), 18 in (item 20484), converts a GP unit to carry water
Plate Size (L×W)Plate TypeOperating WeightAmplitudeCentrifugal Force
22.5 × 13 in (57 × 33 cm)Standard (GP)137 lb (62 kg)0.055 in (1.40 mm)1920 lbf (8.5 kN)
22.5 × 13 in (57 × 33 cm)Asphalt (AP)139 lb no water, 158 lb full water (63 to 72 kg)0.054 in (1.38 mm) no water1920 lbf (8.5 kN)
22.5 × 16 in (57 × 40 cm)Standard (GP)145 lb (66 kg)0.052 in (1.32 mm)2000 lbf (8.9 kN)
22.5 × 16 in (57 × 40 cm)Asphalt (AP)147 lb no water, 166 lb full water (67 to 75 kg)0.051 in (1.30 mm) no water2000 lbf (8.9 kN)
22.5 × 18 in (57 × 46 cm)Standard (GP)174 lb (79 kg)0.063 in (1.59 mm)2780 lbf (12.3 kN)
22.5 × 18 in (57 × 46 cm)Asphalt (AP)183 lb no water, 202 lb full water (83 to 92 kg)0.060 in (1.51 mm) no water2780 lbf (12.3 kN)

Included with Purchase

  • 1 MBW Light Duty Vibratory Plate (variant/model as ordered)
  • Lift cage

Not Included Unless Stated

  • On-site installation or machine configuration

Note: Confirm exact included components and mount hardware with supplier at time of order.

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