Roughneck ROU64379 Contractor's Tamper, Earth Rammer for Compacting Asphalt, Shingle, Earth & Sand - Square 200x200mm / 8x8"

Had no access for anything more mechanical, so used to level ground when landscaping garden. Hard work but good weight to do the job and cheaper than hiring machines. Came ready to use and have lent to several neighbours who had small ground to cover. Sits in the corner of the garage and doesn't take up too much room. May seems like common sense but those not used to working with a tamper, if you value your toes wear steel toe caps. It's heavy enough to hurt when accidentally let go of, let alone putting effort into it. Ouch.

Does exactly what a roughneck tool shuld do. Nice wide base. Good weight, absolutely solid, feels indestructible. I used this to pack down a small crush and run base where a whacker plate machine would have been unsuitable. It did the job great. Was delivered next day, but in a huge box which felt unnecessary although I found a great use for the big box now. Handle is nice and grippy too. Overall great value for money, just don't hit yourself in the shin with it !I rate this 9.5/10 for value for money and robustness.

It's a simple tool and does the job it is supposed to do, but only on smaller or confined areas. For larger areas a powered plate compacter is much better and cheap to rent. This tool is fine for the price, but am an average 6 feet tall and I found the stave a little on the short side.

Perfect weight for the job and a really sturdy item.

Does the good perfectly.Stong and build quality feels like it will last.Base is wide so covers a decent amount of ground when used.

Sturdy and very useful. Rubber Grip can be a little longer for ease of use.

Couldn’t believe how well this worked for compacting the footings of my garden shed. Excellent tool and you get a good workout whe. You are using it!

Seems like It could have a slightly heavier weight