The method covers the compaction of test specimens of bituminous paving mixtures by means
of a mechanical compactor that imparts a kneading action to the test specimens by a series of
individual impressions made with a ram.
AASHTO T 247-2002 history
2010AASHTO T 247-2010 Standard Method of Test for Preparation of Test Specimens of Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) by Means of California Kneading Compactor
2002AASHTO T 247-2002 Standard Method of Test for Preparation of Test Specimens of Bituminous Mixtures by Means of California Kneading Compactor