Marathon RJ-275 and RJ-275XHD Stationary Compactors


The Marathon® RamJet® RJ-275 Stationary Compactor is your best 2.5 cubic yard capacity compactor value. Built for reliable performance in commercial and medium industrial applications, it effectively reduces solid waste material to a fraction of its original size. It features a 60-second cycle time and a powerful 55,100 pounds (24,993 kg) of compaction force.


The RJ-275 is stress-engineered for durability. This means the strength is where it belongs – like the 1/2″ charge box floor reinforced with five heavy duty steel channels, the 1/2″ plate ram face backed with 10″ (254 mm) plus 6″ (152 mm) structural channels, and the extra-rugged reinforced sides.

  • Produces 55,100 pounds of compaction force
  • Side-mounted power unit for convenience and ease of maintenance. It eliminates the need to go inside the compactor for most repairs
  • The RJ-275 features an advanced, simplified control system with a two-button operation. It’s key-operated and fully automatic, and the heavy-duty push-button controls are contained in a weatherproof NEMA 4 enclosure. Connected to the power pack with 13′ of sealtite, the controls can be located for operator convenience
  • Dual controls, Ozone Odor Control system, hoppers and many other options are available, as well as a full line of compaction containers
  • Chutes can be constructed to meet your specifications and needs. They reduce the risk of theft of valuable merchandise or tools by eliminating a person’s ability to hide items in the trash in order to recover them later

RJ-275XHD Stationary Compactor

Marathon’s Ramjet RJ-275XHD produces more than 92,400 pounds (41.73 kg) of force, assuring top performance in heavy commercial and industrial applications. The RJ-275XHD is unique to other compactors in its class, providing a large 60″ wide (1524 mm) by 52″ (1321 mm) long clear-top opening and a 33″ (838 mm) deep charge box – a convenient feature during peak loading times or when compacting bulky items.

Heavy-Duty Design

  • The RJ-275XHD is stress-engineered for durability. This means the strength is where it belongs – like the 1/2″ charge box floor reinforced with heavy-duty steel channels, 3/4″ steel plate ram face backed with structural channels, and extra-rugged reinforced sides
  • Dual controls, Ozone Odor Control system, hoppers, and many other options are available, as well as a full line of compaction containers
  • Chutes can be constructed to meet your specifications and needs. They reduce the risk of theft of valuable merchandise or tools by eliminating a person’s ability to hide items in the trash in order to recover them later

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