Product Description

Bartell BCF1570 Battery-Powered Forward Plate Compactor

  • BATTERY POWER!
  • Robust throttle control mounted on handle for safe and convenient operator control
  • Anti-vibration handle
  • Folding handle for compact storage

Bartell forward plates are innovative, hard-hitting, and low maintenance. The BCF1570 is our most popular forward compactor and is perfect for a wide range of compaction applications. The built-in water tank allows the compactor to be used on asphalt, and also allows for better dust control on dirt/soil. This model is powered by a 6.5HP (5kW) electric motor running on a rechargeable Vanguard 1.5kWh battery.

Bare tool only: battery and charger are sold separately. Bartell recommends 2 batteries + 1 charger. Add them below with the optional add-ons.

Features

  • Robust throttle control mounted on handle for safe and convenient operator control
  • Anti-vibration handle
  • Folding handle for compact storage
  • Retractable wheels flip down for built-in mobility
  • Integrated lifting bale for safe loading and unloading
  • Straight-edge plate design leaves no unreachable margins
  • Sealed housing keeps debris from interfering with the belt
  • Built-in removable water tank
  • Optional urethane mat protects pavers and slabs from scratches and breakage

Optional Add-Ons

Technical Specifications

Power Source Battery: Vanguard 1.5kWh
Power Output 6.7hp (5kW)
Compaction Force 3,461 lbf / 15 kN / 1,570 kgf
Max Travel Speed 82'/min (25m/min)
Plate Size 20" x 21" (500mm x 525mm)
Length 44" (1118mm)
Width 20" (508mm)
Height 33" (838mm)
Weight 250 lbs (113.5kg) including battery
Water Kit Included
Battery Runtime Approx. 90 minutes per battery
Battery Charge Time 75 minutes with the Vanguard 1425W charger

Why Choose Battery Power?

Zero Emissions

Battery-powered equipment produces no exhaust, making it far cleaner and more environmentally friendly than gas-powered models. This reduces your carbon footprint and helps meet increasingly strict environmental regulations.

Lower Costs

With fewer moving parts, no fuel, oil changes, spark plugs, or air filters, battery-powered tools require much less maintenance than gas-powered models. They also save money over time by eliminating fuel costs and reducing downtime for repairs and upkeep.

Quiet Operation

Battery-powered tools run significantly quieter than gasoline engines, reducing noise pollution on the job site. This makes them ideal for use in residential areas, hospitals, schools, and early-morning or late-evening work, without disturbing nearby people or violating local noise ordinances.

Greater Convenience

Battery tools are lightweight, easy to use, and start instantly with the push of a button, with no pulling cords or warming up engines. Swappable battery systems also allow for seamless operation across multiple tools, especially when paired with a second battery to eliminate downtime.

Zero Down Time

Purchasing a second battery is the best way to eliminate downtime on the job site. Battery run time and charge time are roughly the same, which means you can keep working without interruption: use one battery while the other is recharging.

Videos

BCF1570: Features & Benefits

BCF1570: Safety & Set Up

BCF1570: Equipment Operation

Documentation

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