[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”It is often said by our sales team that once a contractor uses a Mikasa plate compactor, they instantly realise the difference between the Mikasa brand and the competition.
We’ve highlighted various points below which we feel gives us the competitive advantage over other plate compactors in the market.” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_single_image image=”2970″ img_size=”full”][vc_accordion active_tab=”1″][vc_accordion_tab title=”1. Engine Options” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”1. Engine Options” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1571224076847{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Offers 1 engine:
1. Honda GXR120-3.6HP at 4,100RPM.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Multiquip offers 2 engines:
1. Honda GXR120- (MTX70-80) 3.6HP at 4,100RPM.
2. Honda GX100- (MTX50-60-70) 2.8HP at 4,100 RPM.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”ADVANTAGE MULTIQUIP” ticker_background=”#ef3e33″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_accordion][vc_accordion_tab title=”2. Lift Handle Design” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”2. Lift Handle Design” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1571224146563{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Straight, flat-plastic bar design offers good ergonomics and leverage.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Angled, horizontal grip-shaped tubular-plastic handle design offers superior ergonomics and leverage.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”ADVANTAGE MULTIQUIP” ticker_background=”#ef3e33″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_accordion][vc_accordion_tab title=”3. Rammer Shoe Design” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”3. Rammer Shoe Design” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1571224551700{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Steel plate with plastic top. Plastic offers reduced shock absorption and durability.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Steel plate with laminated wood top. Laminated wood offers better shock absorption and manganese steel better durability in trench applications.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”ADVANTAGE MULTIQUIP” ticker_background=”#ef3e33″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_accordion][vc_accordion_tab title=”4. Bellows Design” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”4. Bellows Design” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1571224611854{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Plastic with no inner ribbing for reinforcement.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Plastic with internal ribbing offers superior flex control and durability.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”ADVANTAGE MULTIQUIP” ticker_background=”#ef3e33″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_accordion][vc_accordion_tab title=”5. Engine Protection” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”5. Engine Protection” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1571224697830{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Full engine protection covering muffler, engine and most of flywheel. Bottom steel and upper-plastic guards hardened
offering less impact absorption for increased risk of parts damage.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Full engine protection offers superior protection of the engine, flywheel and the hot muffler. All protective guards made of flexible- impact absorbing nylon plastic.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”EQUAL” ticker_background=”#000000″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_accordion][vc_accordion_tab title=”6. Dipstick Access” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”6. Dipstick Access” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1571224744302{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Difficult to access through rammer guards.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Easy to access through rammer guards for clean oil extraction.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”ADVANTAGE MULTIQUIP” ticker_background=”#ef3e33″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_accordion][vc_accordion_tab title=”7. Throttle Lever” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”7. Throttle Lever” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1571224861158{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]• Multi-function lever controls fuel supply, engine speed and shut-off.
• A clear detent make it easy to locate the idle position.
• Idle and full RPM positions are clearly marked.
* Throttle lever design possible patent infringement against MQ Mikasa[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]• Patented lever design controls fuel supply, engine speed and shut-off.
• A clear detent make it easy to locate the idle position.
• Idle and full RPM positions are clearly marked.
• Starting and operation is easy and intuitive.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”EQUAL” ticker_background=”#000000″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_accordion][vc_accordion_tab title=”8. Digital Display” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”8. Digital Display” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1571225034081{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Hourmeter and tachometer are standard. Display buried inside is difficult to see hours and engine RPMs. Almost impossible to see engine RPMs while operating.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Hourmeter and tachometer are standard. Easy to see hours and engine RPMs while static or operating.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”ADVANTAGE MULTIQUIP” ticker_background=”#ef3e33″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_accordion][vc_accordion_tab title=”9. Oil Shut-Down” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”9. Oil Shut-Down” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1571225120988{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]• External warning light indicates low engine oil level at recoil.
• Engine won’t start if light is on.
• Once engine is running system does not monitor oil levels. If oil runs low during operation it will not shut engine off.
• Limited engine protection as operator must monitor the oil once the unit is running.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]• Honda offers no oil shut down.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”EQUAL” ticker_background=”#000000″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_accordion][vc_accordion_tab title=”10. Air Filtration System” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”10. Air Filtration System” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1571225273865{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]NON-CYCLONIC 1-Stage Filtration:
The system offers one paper filter on engine top with regular suction intake. Competitor H recommends to inspect & clean paper filter daily. Substitute air filtration durability and reliability with air filter indicator, which also must check daily.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]CYCLONIC 3-STAGE AIR FILTRATION:
The MQ system does a superior job of protecting the engine, capturing 98% of airborne particles. MQ recommends cleaning the air filter assembly every 80-100 hours. The longer service interval indicates a more durable and reliable design.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”ADVANTAGE MULTIQUIP” ticker_background=”#ef3e33″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_accordion][vc_accordion_tab title=”11. Engineered Shock-Mount System” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”11. Engineered Shock-Mount System” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1571225303792{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]SHOCKMOUNT SYSTEM:
• Leading Competitor Published hand/arm vibration level is 6.4 m/s2. Higher number is more vibration felt by the operator.
• These shockmounts are a good way to reduce hand/arm vibration, improve operator comfort and productivity.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]SHOCKMOUNT SYSTEM:
• Multquip Hand/arm vibration level is 5.6 m/s2. Lower number is less vibration felt by the operator.
• Multiquip Anti-Vibration Technology is a superior way to reduce hand/arm vibration, improve operator comfort and productivity.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”ADVANTAGE MULTIQUIP” ticker_background=”#ef3e33″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_accordion][vc_accordion_tab title=”12. Carburetor” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”12. Carburetor” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1571225445273{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Honda GXR120 has Walbro HDA235A. Diaphragm carburetors with air purge bulbs that facilitate easier starting by
re-circulating fresh fuel into the carb.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Honda GX100/GXR120 has Walbro HDA235A. Diaphragm carburetors with air purge bulbs that facilitate easier
starting by re-circulating fresh fuel into the carb.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”ADVANTAGE MULTIQUIP” ticker_background=”#ef3e33″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1559311745867{padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}”][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1545278541742{padding-right: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;background-color: #ef3e33 !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”RAMMER PRODUCTS” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_separator color=”white” css=”.vc_custom_1545275835108{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;}”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip has built a reputation on providing the most innovative, lowest maintenance and most productive rammers in the business. High performance and unparalleled reliability have made Multiquip’s Mikasa Rammers the #1 choice in the equipment rental industry and the standard among contractors everywhere.” font_container=”tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][ult_buttons btn_title=”FIND RAMMERS” btn_link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fmultiquip.co.uk%2Fproduct-category%2Fcategories-by-application%2Fcompaction%2Fmikasa-4-stroke-rammer%2F|||” btn_align=”ubtn-center” btn_title_color=”#ffffff” btn_bg_color=”rgba(255,255,255,0.01)” icon_size=”32″ btn_icon_pos=”ubtn-sep-icon-at-left” btn_border_style=”solid” btn_color_border=”#ffffff” btn_border_size=”1″ btn_radius=”0″ btn_font_size=”desktop:18px;”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]