American Pneumatic
131 Backfill Tamper
Overview
With Standard 6” Dia Butt
The APT Model 131 is an excellent tool for packing earth around Utility Poles, Fence Posts, Trenches, Foundations, Temporary Asphalt Fills and much more.
An optional 3”dia Butt or a Pole Butt is available.
Features & Applications
- Foundation, pavement-repair and utility-installation work.
- Optional Half-Moon Butt for compacting around Utility Poles.
- Optional 3-inch Butt for use in confined or restricted spaces.
- Built-in Automatic Oiler.
- Standard 6-inch reinforced Malleable-Iron Butt
- Flapper-Auto Valve allows plenty of lubrication to the tool.
Model & part-number identification
American Pneumatic APT 131 (M131) Backfill Tamper
Old Part No. 5214
Complete tool: 131Tool part # 131
Backfill Tamper
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Technical Specs
| Model | 131 |
|---|---|
| Bore (inch) | 1-1/2 |
| Stroke (inch) | 5-1/2 |
| Impact frequency (blows/min) | 670 |
| Air consumption (cfm) | 38-42 @ 90 PSI inlet pressure |
| Weight (lbs) | 37 |
| Length (inch) | 51-7/8 |
Complete tool configurations
Match the model, shank and part number. These are complete tools, not replacement parts.
| Model | Shank / Details | Part Number | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 131 | Backfill Tamper | 131 |











