--- product_id: 13059735 title: "Dickey-John Soil Compaction Tester, Silver" brand: "dickey-john" price: "208.10 OMR" currency: OMR in_stock: true reviews_count: 7 category: "Dickey John" url: https://www.desertcart.com.om/products/13059735-dickey-john-soil-compaction-tester-silver store_origin: OM region: Oman --- # 30-inch precision probe length Pressure range 0-500 PSI Durable steel probe material Dickey-John Soil Compaction Tester, Silver **Brand:** dickey-john **Price:** 208.10 OMR **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌱 Dig Deeper, Measure Smarter — Soil Testing Made Effortless! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Dickey-John Soil Compaction Tester, Silver by dickey-john - **How much does it cost?** 208.10 OMR with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.om](https://www.desertcart.com.om/products/13059735-dickey-john-soil-compaction-tester-silver) ## Best For - dickey-john enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted dickey-john brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Ready-to-Use Kit:** Comes with two interchangeable tips and clear instructions to get you testing soil like a pro immediately. - • **Wide Pressure Range:** Measures compaction from 0 to 500 PSI, covering all typical agricultural and landscaping needs. - • **Dual Diameter Probes:** Includes 1/2 and 3/4 inch steel probes for versatile soil testing across different soil types. - • **Robust Build Quality:** Crafted from high-grade steel for long-lasting durability in rugged field conditions. - • **Precision Depth Control:** 30-inch probe ensures accurate soil compaction readings deep where it matters most. ## Overview The Dickey-John Soil Compaction Tester is a professional-grade manual tool featuring a 30-inch steel probe with dual diameters (1/2 and 3/4 inch) designed to measure soil compaction pressures from 0 to 500 PSI. Engineered for durability and precision, it includes two tips and instructions, making it an essential instrument for agronomists, landscapers, and soil scientists aiming to optimize soil health and crop performance. ## Description ' Soil Compaction Tester, Probe Length 30 In., Probe Dia. 1/2 and 3/4 In., Probe Material Steel, Pressure Range 0 to 500 PSI, Includes Two Tips and Instructions ' Review: Good product - As described, works well Review: it is a learning tool that pays back. - it could have included more information on how to read and interpret gauge readings .and it could have been packaged better.Mine arrived UPS with two giant footprints on the box,but it still works ,I hope. ## Features - Price For: Each Manufacturers Warranty Length: 1 year Probe Length (In.): 30 Probe Dia. (In.): 1/2 and 3/4 Probe Material: Steel Pressure Range (PSI): 0 to 500 Item: Soil Compaction Tester Includes: Two Tips and Instructions Country of Origin (subject to change): United States ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B004NELR6K | | Best Sellers Rank | #325,841 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #300 in Soil Meters | | Brand Name | Dickey-John | | Color | Silver | | Customer Reviews | 4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars (20) | | Item Dimensions | 40.7 x 12.7 x 3.3 inches | | Item Weight | 1 Pounds | | Manufacturer | DICKEY-JOHN | | Measurement Type | PSI | | Model | SCT | | Power Source | Manual Winding | | Specification Met | [Agricultural Soil Test Kits Standards] | | UPC | 707283311310 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Dickey-John - **Color:** Silver - **Item Weight:** 1 Pounds - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 40.7 x 12.7 x 3.3 inches - **Power Source:** Manual Winding ## Images ![Dickey-John Soil Compaction Tester, Silver - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81GHlSLLTdL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: How do you test if you have 90% compaction on this?** A: 90% compactions assumes there is a minimum and maximum pressure for compaction. If you have an engineering table that shows the psi levels for compaction you would need to reference that table. **Q: What is the actual Length of the metallic rod? How deep can this measure?** A: Depth marks at 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, and 18 inches **Q: What is the brand of this product?** A: Dickey John **Q: Is this made for sandy soil?** A: it comes with two tips ,bigger and smaller the larger one is for more sandy soil .I have some sandy soil and it has some clay in it so In some areas it could compact which is why I bought it .On my heavy ground where the grain cart had ran I pegged the meter .Its a handy tool ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good product *by K***E on July 4, 2018* As described, works well ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ it is a learning tool that pays back. *by J***. on December 27, 2019* it could have included more information on how to read and interpret gauge readings .and it could have been packaged better.Mine arrived UPS with two giant footprints on the box,but it still works ,I hope. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ indispensable tool *by G***B on January 16, 2013* The compactometer is indispensable on the farm to get correct diagnoses of soil physical situation. Correct diagnosis is the key to an efficient solution ## Frequently Bought Together - Dickey-John Soil Compaction Tester, Silver - Transfer Pipette, 7.0ml Capacity, 3.0ml Graduated, Large Bulb, 155mm, 3.2ml Bulb Draw, Karter Scientific 206H3 (Pack of 100) - EISCO Lab Scoop Spatula, 6/PK - 6.3 Inch - Rounded & Pointed Ends - Stainless Steel --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.om/products/13059735-dickey-john-soil-compaction-tester-silver](https://www.desertcart.com.om/products/13059735-dickey-john-soil-compaction-tester-silver) --- *Product available on Desertcart Oman* *Store origin: OM* *Last updated: 2026-04-25*