Tomahawk TPC90H
A pro plate for asphalt and paver crews who want a long warranty. Homeowners will get more for the money from a budget plate.
Amazon $2,499.99$2,499.99
3.6/5
A rental-yard standard for crews that compact every week. It costs more, but its force rating is honest and the warranty runs three years.
- 3,080 lbfForce
- 17.7 x 22.4 inPlate
- Honda GX160Engine
- 181 lbWeight
Check price at Amazon$2,394.95
Price checked November 3, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Rental-grade plate with a believable force rating
- Removable water tank for asphalt
- Three-year warranty and Honda engine
Cons
- Costs about $2,400 from third-party sellers
- Wheel kit costs extra
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | MVC82VHW |
|---|---|
| Compaction | |
| Claimed force | 3,080 lbf |
| Credited force | 3,080 lbf |
| Plate or shoe | 17.7 x 22.4 in |
| Vibrations per minute | 5,600 vpm |
| Travel speed | 72 ft/min |
| Engine | |
| Engine | Honda GX160 |
| Build | |
| Water tank | Yes |
| Water tank size | 11.6 qt |
| Wheel kit included | No |
| Weight | 181 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years |
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