This Bomag BMP8500 is a walk-behind compactor — sometimes referred to as a pedestrian roller — designed to compact soil, gravel, and other sub-base materials on construction sites, road projects, and utility trenches. Bomag is a well-established manufacturer of compaction equipment, producing a broad range of rollers, pavers, and soil stabilisation machinery for the road-building, civil engineering, and construction industries worldwide.
This particular machine is a 2022 model in used condition, currently located in Maryland, USA, and is offered for rental rather than outright sale. As a rental unit, recorded hours are subject to change between listings.
The compactor features a 33-inch double padfoot drum, which provides the patterned surface contact suited to compacting cohesive soils and clay-rich materials. It is configured as an articulated unit, meaning the front and rear sections pivot relative to one another for improved manoeuvrability in confined areas. A handheld remote control is included, allowing the operator to guide the machine from a safe distance — a practical advantage when working on slopes or in restricted-access zones. The drum is vibratory, using mechanical vibration to increase compaction efficiency beyond what static weight alone would achieve.
Power comes from a Kubota D1005 diesel engine displacing 1.0 litres and producing 14.3 kW. The machine has an operating weight of 3,516 lb, providing meaningful static compaction force to complement the vibratory action.
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