Buying a Vibratory Rollers

Compaction attachments for soil, gravel, and asphalt.

$1,500-$7,000

Used Price Range

12-25 GPM

Hydraulic Flow Required

Spec Benchmarks

Width Range 60-84 inches
Weight Range 1,500-3,500 lbs
Expected Lifespan 3,000-5,000 hours
Key Differentiating Spec Dynamic force: 5,000-12,000 lbs. Smooth vs padfoot.

Hydraulic Requirements

Flow Required

12-25 GPM

Pressure Required

2000-3500 PSI

Standard Flow Compatible: Most mid-to-large frame skid steers and CTLs (17-25 GPM) can run this attachment.

New vs Used Pricing

Tier Price Range
Budget New $3,500-$14,000
Used (Good Condition) $1,500-$7,000

Used prices estimated at 40-65% of new for items in good condition. Auction prices typically 30-55% of new.

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Canadian Buying Considerations

Import Costs: US attachments face a 45-90% effective markup in Canada when factoring exchange rates (CAD ~1.35-1.40/USD), potential 25% steel surtax, GST, and cross-border shipping.

Cold-Rated Steel: Canadian-built equipment uses cold-rated steel (CSA G40.21) suitable for -40C. Cheaper imports may use steel that becomes brittle in extreme cold.

Domestic Options: Consider Canadian manufacturers like HLA (Listowel, ON), Conterra (Strathmore, AB), Baumalight (Wallenstein, ON), and Denis Cimaf (Roxton Falls, QC) to avoid import costs.