MechMaxx TR60H
A light Honda rammer for narrow trenches and repair work. It hits softer than the bigger rammers.
Amazon $1,999$1,999
The MechMaxx TR60H rates 3.1 among jumping jack rammers plate compactors; the BILT HARD TL-G-PC10 rates 3.1 among plate compactors ones. The BILT HARD TL-G-PC10 costs $1,499.01 less ($499.99 vs $1,999).
BILT HARD TL-G-PC10
#15 in Plate compactorsFull review
A cheap plate for a one-time patio or shed base. The 90-day warranty makes it a poor pick for repeat work.
Amazon $499.99$499.99
Prices were last checked November 3, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (jumping jack rammers and plate compactors), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | MechMaxx TR60H | BILT HARD TL-G-PC10 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 45 $888.44 per 1,000 lbf ($1,999, 2,250 lbf credited) | 88 $200 per 1,000 lbf ($499.99, 2,500 lbf credited) |
| Force 25% | 16 2,250 lbf | 33 2,500 lbf |
| Plate 10% | 62 141 sq in (10.4 x 13.6 in) | 42 304 sq in (14.5 x 21 in) |
| Build 15% | 100 name-brand engine, wheel kit included | 30 wheel kit included |
| Warranty 20% | 33 1-year warranty | 8 0.2-year warranty |
Specifications
| MechMaxx TR60H | BILT HARD TL-G-PC10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Compaction | ||
| Claimed force | 2,250 lbf | 2,500 lbf |
| Credited force | 2,250 lbf | 2,500 lbf |
| Plate or shoe | 10.4 x 13.6 in | 14.5 x 21 in |
| Vibrations per minute | - | 5,500 vpm |
| Blows per minute | 680 bpm | - |
| Travel speed | - | 82 ft/min |
| Compaction depth | - | 10 in |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Honda GX100 98cc | 196cc |
| Power | 2.8 hp | 6.5 hp |
| Build | ||
| Water tank | - | No |
| Wheel kit included | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 137 lb | 126 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 0.2 years |