The BPU 2540 is one of the light all-rounders, which are ideal for compacting paving stones, horticulture and landscaping, and the maintenance of roads, paths and parking lots. It comes with a robust integrated wheel set, like all Wacker Neuson vibratory plates in the 25 – 37 kN class. The machines of this class offer a kind of job site mobility that is unique in the market. Thanks to its great agility and compact design, the BPU 2540 is perfectly suited for the compaction of sidewalks, trenches and other confined areas. A multitude of well thought out features make it the ideal choice for professionals who need a continuous use compactor.
Technical specifications
Operating data
| Operating weight | 319.6 lb |
| Centrifugal force | 5,620 lbf |
| Base plate size (W x L) | 15.7 x 27.7 in |
| Base plate thickness | 0.39 in |
| Operating width | 15.7 in |
| Height (without guide handle) | 25.5 in |
| Frequency | 90 Hz |
| Advance travel max. (depending on soil & environmental factors) | 68.9 ft/min |
| Surface capacity max. (depending on soil & environmental factors) | 5,425 ft²/h |
Engine / Motor
| Engine / Motor type | Air-cooled single-cylinder, four-cycle gasoline engine |
| Engine / Motor manufacturer | Honda |
| Engine / Motor | GX 160 |
| Displacement | 9.9 in³ |
| Engine performance max. (DIN ISO 3046) | 4 kW |
| at rpm | 3,600 rpm |
| Fuel consumption | 0.21 US gal/h |
| Tank capacity (fuel) | 3.9 US qt |
| Power transmission | From drive motor via automatic centrifugal belt drive direct to exciter. |
