{"product_id":"bartell-bc436-battery-power-trowel","title":"Bartell BC436 36\" Battery-Powered Walk-Behind Power Trowel, Vanguard 48V Electric (Bare Tool)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBartell BC436 36\" Battery-Powered Walk-Behind Power Trowel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBATTERY POWER!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e36 inch power trowel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe BC436 Walk Behind Power Trowel is a versatile and economical work-horse that is perfect for any concrete finisher. Featuring Bartell's legendary balance and quality, the BC436 has been proven by contractors for decades. This model is powered by an electric motor running on a rechargeable Vanguard 1.5kWh battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBartell's long-lasting Consumables, wide range of purchasing options, plus our legendary balance and quality make the BC436... and ALL the Bartell power trowels... incredibly economical. Our Commercial line of trowels easily outperforms competitors' more expensive models!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBare tool only:\u003c\/strong\u003e battery and charger are sold separately. Bartell recommends 2 batteries + 1 charger. Add them below with the optional add-ons.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e36 inch diameter power trowel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision balanced for smooth, easy operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle is precision balanced to keep downward pressure consistent and vibrations minimal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast iron spider assembly with precisely machined arms for tight tolerances to eliminate flexing for a more consistent finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHoist hook included for safe and easy transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChrome plated handle for easy cleanup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoice of finishing blades or combo blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHandle \u0026amp; Blade Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery battery BC436 includes a hoist hook. Choose a Regular or Pro-Pitch handle with finishing or combo blades. Pro-Pitch is the same as Quick Pitch or EZ Pitch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOptional Add-Ons\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/techforgedirect.com\/products\/bartell-vanguard-48v-1-5kwh-battery-21460\"\u003eVanguard Si1.5 48V 1.5kWh Battery (21460)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/techforgedirect.com\/products\/bartell-vanguard-1425w-portable-charger-21467\"\u003eVanguard 1425W Portable Charger (21467)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/techforgedirect.com\/products\/bartell-37-inch-float-pan-11891\"\u003eBartell 37\" Float Pan for 36\" Trowels (11891)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/techforgedirect.com\/products\/bartell-landing-gear-trowel-travel-dolly\"\u003eBartell Landing Gear Travel Dolly (20278)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower Source\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery: Vanguard 1.5kWh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.7hp (5kW)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFloat Blade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10\" x 14\" (25 x 36cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFloat Pan\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36.5\" (93cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish Blade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\" x 14\" (15 x 36cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCombo Blade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\" x 14\" (20 x 36cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e215 lbs (98kg) including battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Speed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e125 rpm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePath\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36\" (90cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlades\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery Runtime\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 90 minutes per battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery Charge Time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75 minutes with the Vanguard 1425W charger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Battery Power?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch4\u003eZero Emissions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBattery-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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eLower Costs\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eQuiet Operation\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBattery-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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eGreater Convenience\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBattery 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eZero Down Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePurchasing 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrefer gas? See the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/techforgedirect.com\/products\/bartell-bc436-commercial-series-power-trowel\"\u003eBartell BC436 with Honda engine\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVideos\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBattery-Powered Trowels\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/1143522328\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePower Trowels: Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/595951052\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePower Trowels: Pro Pitch\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/437897828\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePower Trowels: Safety \u0026amp; Set Up\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/595941329\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePower Trowels: Equipment Operation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/595946809\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePower Trowels: Handle Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/595936196\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDocumentation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/3681\/6793\/files\/walk-behind-trowels-linesheet.pdf?v=1793986265\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProduct Brochure (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/3681\/6793\/files\/bc436-battery-specsheet.pdf?v=1793998167\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBC436 Battery Spec Sheet (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/3681\/6793\/files\/walk-behind-trowel-family-manual.pdf?v=1793986265\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eUser Manual (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/3681\/6793\/files\/bc436-parts.pdf?v=1793986265\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eParts Book (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/3681\/6793\/files\/vanguard-si1-5-battery-spec-sheet.pdf?v=1793998167\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVanguard Si1.5 Battery Spec Sheet (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bartell Global","offers":[{"title":"Regular Handle + Hoist Hook \/ Finishing Blades","offer_id":67942973603993,"sku":"WC36BV48MC2","price":4250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pro-Pitch Handle + Hoist Hook \/ Finishing Blades","offer_id":67942973636761,"sku":"WC36BV48MC12","price":4430.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Regular Handle + Hoist Hook \/ Combo Blades","offer_id":67942973669529,"sku":"WC36BV48MC23","price":4250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pro-Pitch Handle + Hoist Hook \/ Combo Blades","offer_id":67942973702297,"sku":"WC36BV48MC123","price":4430.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/3681\/6793\/files\/bc436b-right-1.png?v=1793998326","url":"https:\/\/techforgedirect.com\/products\/bartell-bc436-battery-power-trowel","provider":"TechForge Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}