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 solid mid-price plate for homeowners who want a name-brand engine. It is slower than most, but its force claim is believable.
- 3,000 lbfForce
- 21 x 16.5 inPlate
- Briggs & Stratton 208ccEngine
- 185 lbWeight
Check price at Amazon$696.90
Price checked November 3, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Briggs & Stratton engine is easy to get serviced
- Honest force claim for its 185 lb weight
- Wheels and a two-year warranty included
Cons
- Slow 50 ft per minute travel
- No water tank for asphalt
The YARDMAX plate compactors family
Every YARDMAX plate compactors model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own type.
| Model | Force | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| YARDMAX YC0850 | 1,850 lbf | 3.2/5 | $399 |
| YARDMAX YC1390 (this one) | 3,000 lbf | 3.8/5 | $696.90 |
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 | YC1390 |
|---|---|
| Compaction | |
| Claimed force | 3,000 lbf |
| Credited force | 3,000 lbf |
| Plate or shoe | 21 x 16.5 in |
| Vibrations per minute | 5,500 vpm |
| Travel speed | 50 ft/min |
| Engine | |
| Engine | Briggs & Stratton 208cc |
| Power | 6.5 hp |
| Build | |
| Water tank | No |
| Wheel kit included | Yes |
| Weight | 185 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Alternatives in this type
Stark 61006 6.5HP Plate Compactor
A big, cheap plate with a water tank for driveways and asphalt patches. Plan for a ramp, since it has no wheels.
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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.
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