WEN 56012
A wide plate for homeowners and small crews doing driveways and large patios on a budget. Expect the force to be lower than the box says.
Amazon $749.99$749.99
3.8/5
A big, cheap plate with a water tank for driveways and asphalt patches. Plan for a ramp, since it has no wheels.
- 4,000 lbfForce
- 18 x 25 inPlate
- 196ccEngine
- 218 lbWeight
Check price at Amazon$609.95
Price checked November 3, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Largest plate here at 25 x 18 in
- Water tank for asphalt at a budget price
- Force claim fits its 218 lb weight
Cons
- Warranty not published
- No wheels on a 218 lb machine
- Sold by a third-party seller
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its type. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | 61006 |
|---|---|
| Compaction | |
| Claimed force | 4,000 lbf |
| Credited force | 4,000 lbf |
| Plate or shoe | 18 x 25 in |
| Engine | |
| Engine | 196cc |
| Power | 6.5 hp |
| Build | |
| Water tank | Yes |
| Weight | 218 lb |
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