Forestwest 63kg Box Plate Compactor – 10kN, 6.5HP BM735

The Forestwest BM735 63kg Box Type Plate Compactor is a compact petrol compactor designed for soil, sand, gravel, paving preparation and general landscaping work where portability and stable surface compaction are important.

Unlike many conventional forward plate compactors that use a simpler open-style base construction, the BM735 features a box-type compactor design with a reinforced steel base structure. The box-style construction increases structural rigidity and provides a stable contact surface during compaction, helping the machine maintain consistent contact across the material being compacted.

Powered by a 6.5HP Loncin G200F petrol engine, the BM735 produces up to 10kN centrifugal force with a maximum specified compaction depth of 250mm. At approximately 63kg, it is the lightest model in the Forestwest box plate compactor range, making it easier to transport and manoeuvre between smaller jobs.

Why Choose a Box Type Plate Compactor?

A box type plate compactor uses a more substantial reinforced base structure than many conventional forward plate compactors. Rather than focusing only on maximum centrifugal force, the box-style design places greater emphasis on base rigidity, stable surface contact and consistent compaction coverage.

• Reinforced Box-Style Base: Provides a more rigid structure for repeated compaction work.
• Stable Ground Contact: The broad, reinforced base helps maintain consistent contact with the surface.
• Improved Structural Support: Box-style construction reduces reliance on a simple flat plate alone.
• Consistent Surface Compaction: Well suited to jobs where even coverage is as important as peak compaction force.

Key Features & Benefits

• 63kg Compact Design: Easier to transport and manoeuvre than heavier box plate compactors.
• 10kN Compaction Force: Suitable for general soil, sand, gravel and paving preparation.
• 6.5HP Loncin G200F Engine: Reliable petrol power for regular landscaping and construction work.
• 250mm Compaction Depth: Provides practical compaction capability for smaller and medium jobs.
• 490 × 350mm Base Plate: Compact footprint suited to paths, paving areas and restricted spaces.
• Box Type Construction: Reinforced base design provides greater structural rigidity and stable surface contact.
• Forward Travel: Simple operation for continuous surface compaction.
• Low-Vibration Handle Design: Helps improve operator comfort during repeated use.

Need more compaction force and a larger base? Consider the BM736 80kg Box Type Plate Compactor with 12kN force and a larger 550 × 410mm plate.

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is a box type plate compactor?

A box type plate compactor uses a reinforced box-style base structure designed to provide increased rigidity and stable surface contact during compaction.

2. How is it different from a conventional plate compactor?

Many conventional forward compactors use a simpler open-style plate structure. A box-type design uses a more substantial reinforced base, with greater emphasis on structural rigidity and consistent contact across the working surface.

3. What materials can the BM735 compact?

It is suitable for compatible materials such as soil, sand, gravel and sub-base used in paving and landscaping projects.

4. What is the maximum compaction depth?

The specified maximum compaction depth is 250mm.

5. Why choose BM735 instead of BM736?

The BM735 is lighter and easier to transport. The BM736 provides greater centrifugal force, a larger plate and deeper specified compaction capacity.

6. Is BM735 the lightest Forestwest box plate compactor?

Yes. At approximately 63kg, it is the most compact model in this Forestwest box plate compactor series.