Kane 18kN plate compactor with Honda GX160 engine and steel protective frame

KAU120 · Honda Plate Compactor

Plate Compactor – 18KN, Honda GX160

Prepare driveways, paving bases and landscaping work with Honda GX160 power, 18kN compaction and a 540 × 450mm plate.

$1,099.00

GST included. Delivery calculated at checkout.

Honda petrolGX160 · 163cc
Up to 18kNCompaction force
Base plate540 × 450mm
18kN compaction forceFor stronger ground preparation
Honda GX160163cc 4-stroke petrol engine
540 × 450mm plateWider coverage across the site
Transport wheelsEasier movement between work areas

BUILT FOR BIGGER GROUNDWORK

More force for driveways, paving bases and site work.

KAU120 pairs an 18kN compaction force with a 540 × 450mm plate for steady coverage over soil, gravel and crushed rock. It suits Australian property owners, landscapers and contractors preparing larger work areas.

Driveways and access

Prepare compacted granular base layers for residential driveways and access areas.

Paving and hardscape

Work across patios, pathways and landscaping bases before the finish goes down.

General site preparation

Compact soil and crushed rock in open areas where a plate compactor can work efficiently.

DESIGNED FOR PRACTICAL WORK

Honda power with a broader working plate.

Reliable starting

Genuine Honda GX160 163cc petrol engine with recoil start.

Stronger compaction

Up to 18kN force through a 540 × 450mm steel plate.

Move and store

A folding handle and transport wheels help move the machine between jobs.

Compaction results vary: Material type, moisture, layer thickness and operating technique affect performance. Follow the operating manual and job specifications.

SPECIFICATIONS

What you are buying

ModelKAU120 plate compactor
EngineHonda GX160, 5.5HP (gross) / 163cc petrol
StartingRecoil pull start
Compaction forceUp to 18kN
Plate size540 × 450mm
Approx. machine weight98kg
Whole package weight99kg
Whole package size880 × 610 × 490mm
MobilityFolding handle and transport wheels
Safe use: Read the operating manual before first use and wear suitable PPE. Use the machine only for its intended compaction work.

DELIVERY & SUPPORT

Ready for the next job.

Australia-wide delivery is available. Shipping is calculated at checkout; some regional and remote addresses may require a freight quote. Kane Machinery provides Australian-based product support and selected replacement parts.

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Thiago S.
paver prep went well with the plate compactor

The whole process was uncomplicated. The plate compactor was used for landscaping work and it was easy to get going. It saved a fair bit of time.

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Dae P.
Handy plate compactor for landscaping

The whole process was uncomplicated. The plate compactor was used for gravel and it feels solid in use. Good value for the job.

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Glenn W.
Reliable plate compactor setup for pathway work

The machine was ready to work after setup. The plate compactor did the compaction job cleanly. I used it for driveway base. The machine was packed properly.

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Niran M.
Steady use of the plate compactor for landscaping

The equipment performed as expected. The plate compactor was straightforward to operate. I used it for driveway base. Packing was secure.

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Logan P.
Positive use of the plate compactor for landscaping

For landscaping work, the plate compactor tracks steadily across the surface. The order process was easy. The machine has worked well so far.

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Logan P.
Positive use of the plate compactor for landscaping

For landscaping work, the plate compactor tracks steadily across the surface. The order process was easy. The machine has worked well so far.

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Alex N.
Easy experience with the plate compactor

The equipment performed as expected. Used the plate compactor for yard project and it felt stable during use. It has done what I bought it for.

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Alex N.
Easy experience with the plate compactor

The equipment performed as expected. Used the plate compactor for yard project and it felt stable during use. It has done what I bought it for.

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Ahmed G.
Quick outcome from the plate compactor on compaction

The order was handled efficiently. The plate compactor was used for paver preparation and it did the compaction job cleanly. It has been a practical purchase.

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Ahmed G.
Quick outcome from the plate compactor on compaction

The order was handled efficiently. The plate compactor was used for paver preparation and it did the compaction job cleanly. It has been a practical purchase.

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Logan C.
No-fuss plate compactor setup for gravel work

The machine feels sturdy. Used the plate compactor for pathway base and it was straightforward to operate. It made the job easier.

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Meera H.
Tidy outcome from the plate compactor on driveway work

The plate compactor feels solid in use when I used it for yard project. The machine was ready to work after setup. Overall, it has been straightforward to use.

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Pedro R.
Good first use of the plate compactor for compaction

The plate compactor gave a consistent finish when I used it for driveway base. The machine did what I needed. It has been useful around the property.

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Max N.
Useful plate compactor setup for base prep

Used the plate compactor for paver preparation. It tracks steadily across the surface. The transaction was straightforward. The first few uses have gone well.

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Layla S.
Strong plate compactor setup for landscaping

Easy enough to get up and running. Used the plate compactor for driveway base and it was easy to get going. Good for the type of work I needed.

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Fernanda I.
Clean plate compactor setup for pathway work

For paver preparation, the plate compactor tracks steadily across the surface. The transaction was straightforward. Happy with it so far.

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Fernanda I.
Clean plate compactor setup for pathway work

For paver preparation, the plate compactor tracks steadily across the surface. The transaction was straightforward. Happy with it so far.

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Joel G.
Useful use of the plate compactor for base prep

Packing was secure. The plate compactor was used for yard project and it felt stable during use. The machine has worked well so far.

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H. P.
Simple plate compactor for compaction

For yard project, the plate compactor tracks steadily across the surface. The whole process was uncomplicated. Happy with it so far.

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Joel G.
Useful use of the plate compactor for base prep

Packing was secure. The plate compactor was used for yard project and it felt stable during use. The machine has worked well so far.

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H. P.
Simple plate compactor for compaction

For yard project, the plate compactor tracks steadily across the surface. The whole process was uncomplicated. Happy with it so far.

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Luke O.
Practical plate compactor for gravel work

For driveway base, the plate compactor did the compaction job cleanly. The unit arrived in good condition. Good for the type of work I needed.

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Luke O.
Practical plate compactor for gravel work

For driveway base, the plate compactor did the compaction job cleanly. The unit arrived in good condition. Good for the type of work I needed.

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Daiki H.
Great plate compactor for paver prep

The unit was simple to set up. Used the plate compactor for gravel and it gave a consistent finish. The first few uses have gone well.

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Daiki H.
Great plate compactor for paver prep

The unit was simple to set up. Used the plate compactor for gravel and it gave a consistent finish. The first few uses have gone well.

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Putri W.
Solid use of the plate compactor for gravel work

The machine arrived ready for the job. Used the plate compactor for crusher dust and it was easy to get going. It has been useful around the property.

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Putri W.
Solid use of the plate compactor for gravel work

The machine arrived ready for the job. Used the plate compactor for crusher dust and it was easy to get going. It has been useful around the property.

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C. C.
Solid plate compactor setup for paver prep

No complaints with the first run. Used the plate compactor for gravel and it was straightforward to operate. So far it has been reliable.

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C. C.
Solid plate compactor setup for paver prep

No complaints with the first run. Used the plate compactor for gravel and it was straightforward to operate. So far it has been reliable.

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Xiao M.
Useful use of the plate compactor for paver prep

The machine did what I needed. The plate compactor was straightforward to operate. I used it for crusher dust. The whole process was uncomplicated.

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Xiao M.
Useful use of the plate compactor for paver prep

The machine did what I needed. The plate compactor was straightforward to operate. I used it for crusher dust. The whole process was uncomplicated.

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Thiago S.
paver prep went well with the plate compactor

The whole process was uncomplicated. The plate compactor was used for landscaping work and it was easy to get going. It saved a fair bit of time.

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Logan C.
No-fuss plate compactor setup for gravel work

The machine feels sturdy. Used the plate compactor for pathway base and it was straightforward to operate. It made the job easier.