Description
The Forestwest BM728 24" Edger Power Trowel is a compact walk-behind concrete finishing machine designed for smaller slabs, edges, confined areas and detailed finishing work where larger power trowels are less practical.
Powered by a 196cc 5.5HP Loncin petrol engine, the BM728 combines a compact 600mm (24") working diameter with a 0°–15° adjustable blade pitch, giving the operator greater control through different stages of concrete finishing. Its smaller working footprint also makes the machine easier to manoeuvre around residential slabs, paths, columns and other restricted areas.
The BM728 includes a centrifugal safety shut-off system, quick-change blade compatibility and a full protective blade guard. Hardened steel blades and a hot-rolled Q345 steel float pan provide durable working components for regular concrete finishing applications.
Key Features & Benefits
- 24" Compact Working Diameter: The 600mm working area is suited to smaller slabs, perimeter work and locations where larger 36" or 46" machines are difficult to manoeuvre.
- Designed for Edging & Confined Areas: Compact dimensions provide greater control around edges, columns, pathways and detailed concrete finishing areas.
- 5.5HP Loncin Petrol Engine: 196cc petrol engine provides dependable power for concrete floating and finishing work.
- 0°–15° Adjustable Blade Pitch: Allows the operator to alter blade angle as the concrete progresses through different finishing stages.
- Centrifugal Safety Shut-Off: Automatically shuts down the engine if control of the machine is lost.
- Quick-Change Blade System: Compatible with hardened steel and tempered spring steel blades for different finishing requirements.
- Q345 Steel Float Pan: Hot-rolled steel construction provides durability for repeated concrete finishing work.
- Full Blade Guard: Surrounds the rotating assembly to provide additional protection during operation.
- 56kg Product Weight: Lighter than the larger Forestwest power trowels for easier handling and transport between jobs.
For larger slabs requiring greater surface coverage, consider the Forestwest BM729 36" Concrete Power Trowel. View the complete Forestwest Power Trowel range to compare working sizes.
Specifications
| Model | 24" 5.5HP 196CC Power Trowel BM728 |
| Displacement | 196cc |
| Engine Power | 5.5hp |
| Diameter of Disc | 600mm/24" |
| Work Revolution | 3600rpm |
| Fuel Tank | 4.1L |
| Fuel Consumption | 395g/kw.h |
| Product Size (L × W × H) | 650 × 650 × 1085mm |
| Product Weight | 56kg |
| Package Size (L × W × H) | 660 × 660 × 885mm |
| Package Weight | 77kg |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the BM728 power trowel designed for?
The BM728 is designed for finishing freshly poured concrete in smaller slabs, edges and confined areas where a larger power trowel may be difficult to manoeuvre.
2. What is the working diameter?
The BM728 has a 600mm, or approximately 24", working diameter.
3. What is the difference between BM728 and BM729?
The BM728 uses a compact 24" working diameter for smaller and more restricted areas, while the BM729 has a larger 36" working diameter for faster coverage across medium-sized slabs.
4. Can the blade pitch be adjusted?
Yes. The blade angle can be adjusted from 0° to 15° to suit different stages of the concrete finishing process.
5. Does the BM728 have a safety shut-off?
Yes. A centrifugal safety switch is designed to shut down the engine if the operator loses control of the machine.
6. What blades can be used?
The machine is compatible with hardened steel and tempered spring steel blades.
7. Is BM728 also a concrete power float?
Yes. Power trowel and power float are commonly used terms for this type of walk-behind concrete finishing equipment.
