{"title":"Rammers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Kane Machinery tamping rammer is a 20kN petrol jumping jack compactor powered by a genuine Honda GX160 engine.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its 300 × 280mm shoe delivers around 700 impacts per minute, making it suited to trenches, footings, backfill and clay soils where a plate compactor cannot fit. Delivered Australia-wide from Sydney, NSW.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEngine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eImpact force\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eImpact rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShoe size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTransport\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Engine\"\u003eHonda GX160 4-stroke petrol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Impact force\"\u003e20kN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Impact rate\"\u003eAround 700 impacts per minute\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Shoe size\"\u003e300 × 280mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Weight\"\u003e80kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Transport\"\u003eRemovable transport wheels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/honda-petrol-tamping-rammer-20kn-compaction-force\"\u003eView the Honda tamping rammer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure if you need a rammer or a plate? Read our buying guide: \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/plate-compactor-vs-tamping-rammer\"\u003ePlate Compactor vs Tamping Rammer: Which One Do You Need?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a jumping jack compactor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA jumping jack, also called a tamping rammer or trench rammer, is a compactor that strikes the ground with a small shoe at high frequency. It concentrates force in a narrow area, which suits trenches and cohesive soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a tamping rammer good for clay?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. A rammer's high-impact action works well on clay and mixed soils, where a vibrating plate compactor is less effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTamping rammer or plate compactor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a rammer for trenches, footings, pipe backfill and fence posts. For open areas of gravel and paving base, compare our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plate-compactors\"\u003eplate compactors\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo you deliver tamping rammers across Australia?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Freight is calculated at checkout from your delivery postcode. Warehouse pickup in Sydney is also available by appointment after your order is confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways follow the supplied manual and wear suitable PPE, including hearing protection and safety boots.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"honda-petrol-tamping-rammer-20kn-compaction-force","title":"Tamping Rammer – 20KN, Honda GX160","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHonda-Powered Tamping Rammer for Trenches \u0026amp; Confined Areas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kane Machinery 20kN tamping rammer (also known as a jumping jack compactor or trench rammer) is built for high-impact soil compaction in trenches, footings, backfill and other narrow work areas where a plate compactor cannot reach or work effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA genuine \u003cstrong\u003eHonda GX160 petrol engine\u003c\/strong\u003e drives up to \u003cstrong\u003e20kN of impact force\u003c\/strong\u003e at around \u003cstrong\u003e700 impacts per minute\u003c\/strong\u003e through a compact \u003cstrong\u003e300 × 280mm shoe\u003c\/strong\u003e. The result is deep, consistent compaction of clay, cohesive and mixed soils, layer by layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Honda GX160 4-stroke petrol engine – 163cc, pull start\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp to 20kN impact force for deep compaction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 700 impacts per minute with 45–75mm jump height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact 300 × 280mm shoe for narrow trenches and tight spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e80kg operating weight for stable, controlled ramming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration-reducing handle to reduce operator fatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemovable transport wheels – easy to move, load and store\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTravel speed approx. 9–12 m\/min\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrench backfill and service trenches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePipe and drainage installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFootings and foundation preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFence posts and retaining walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClay and cohesive soil compaction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLandscaping and general site work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTamping Rammer vs Plate Compactor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tamping rammer concentrates its impact force through a small shoe, which makes it the better choice for cohesive soils such as clay and for confined areas like trenches. A plate compactor covers larger open areas faster and suits granular materials such as gravel, crushed rock and paving bases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine: Honda GX160, 4-stroke petrol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower \/ displacement: 5.5HP (gross) \/ 163cc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarting system: pull start\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpact force: up to 20kN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpact rate: approx. 700 per minute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJump height: 45–75mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShoe size: 300 × 280mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating weight: approx. 80kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAustralia-Wide Delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips from our Sydney warehouse. Freight is calculated at checkout from your delivery postcode and includes tailgate delivery. Pickup from Villawood, Sydney NSW is also available by appointment. For some remote locations the actual freight cost may differ from the checkout price; if extra freight is needed, we will contact you after you place your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParts \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAustralian-based customer support and selected replacement parts are available. Questions? Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@kanemachinery.com.au\"\u003esales@kanemachinery.com.au\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kane Machinery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52342163603752,"sku":"KAU-80A","price":1499.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1004\/6023\/3000\/files\/kane-20kn-honda-tamping-rammer-main.png?v=1793103345"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1004\/6023\/3000\/collections\/1.png?v=1791721192","url":"https:\/\/kanemachinery.com.au\/collections\/rammers.oembed","provider":"Kane Machinery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}