Low Operating Costs

Eco-Mode, no-maintenance hitch with sealed-for-life bearings and extended service intervals help keep your operating and maintenance costs low.

Increase Efficiency with Compaction Technology

On-board compaction measurement technology indicates when specifications are met helping to eliminate guesswork, reduce unnecessary passes and minimize rework.

Exceptional Visibility and Comfort

A rear vision camera enhances visibility around the machine and a pivoting seat with integrated controls and tiltable steering console provide an ergonomic work environment.

CS12 Vibratory Soil Compactor

Vibratory Soil Compactors CS12

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Key Specs

Operating Weight - With Cab: 25889 lb; 11743 kg

Compaction Width: 84 in; 2134 mm

Gross Power: 157.6 HP; 117.5 kW

CS12
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Overview

Productive. Reliable. Durable.

The Cat® CS12 Vibratory Soil Compactor features a smooth drum and is ideally suited for granular soil applications or cohesive soil applications with the use of an optional padfoot shell kit. A reliable propel system improves performance and efficiency and compaction technology solutions help you reach target density faster.

Benefits

Low Operating Costs

Eco-Mode, no-maintenance hitch with sealed-for-life bearings and extended service intervals help keep your operating and maintenance costs low.

Increase Efficiency with Compaction Technology

On-board compaction measurement technology indicates when specifications are met helping to eliminate guesswork, reduce unnecessary passes and minimize rework.

Exceptional Visibility and Comfort

A rear vision camera enhances visibility around the machine and a pivoting seat with integrated controls and tiltable steering console provide an ergonomic work environment.

Features At A Glance

Efficient Power

Efficient Power

Built around a dual pump propel system, two pumps provide separate dedicated flow to the drum drive motor and rear axle motor for exceptional gradeability and traction in forward and reverse.
Powered by a Cat® C7.1 engine that emits equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA.
Eco-mode limits engine RPM helping to reduce fuel consumption.
Engine Idle Shutdown Timer reduces fuel burn and unnecessary idle time by shutting down the machine after a pre-set idling period.
A variable speed cooling fan operates at the lowest possible speed for optimal cooling.
Bolt-on leveling blade option increases machine versatility.

Exceptional Compaction Performance

Exceptional Compaction Performance

High static linear loads and amplitudes.
Exclusive eccentric weight design provides high reliability, smooth performance and low noise.
Automatic Speed Control and Auto-vibe functions make it easy to ensure consistent, high-quality compaction.
The Variable Frequency option provides a wide range of frequencies to help maximize compaction performance.
Increase machine versatility with the addition of an oval or square padfoot shell kit, allowing your smooth drum machine to compact semi-cohesive and cohesive materials.

Safe and Comfortable Work Environment

Safe and Comfortable Work Environment

A rear vision camera with large color touchscreen display enhances visibility for more complete operator control and safety.
The pivoting seat with integrated multifunction LCD display and control console move with the operator.
Outstanding visibility to the front and rear of machine.
Low sound levels and vibration for greater operator comfort and productivity.
Operators are protected from the elements by a standard equipped sun canopy, optional ROPS/FOPS canopy or optional climate-controlled ROPS/FOPS cab with hinged glass windows.

Enhance Quality and Productivity with Technology

Enhance Quality and Productivity with Technology

Optional Cat Compact technologies help you consistently meet compaction targets faster, more uniformly, and in fewer passes – saving on fuel and reducing rework and material costs.
Exclusive Machine Drive Power (MDP) is an energy-based measurement and can be used on all soil types.
Compaction Meter Value (CMV) is an accelerometer-based measurement for granular soils.

Virtually Maintenance Free

Virtually Maintenance Free

Maintenance-free hitch with sealed-for-life bearings.
Ground-level access to the engine compartment and cooling module for easy service and fluid sampling.
Monitor fluid conditions with regular sampling to help extend change intervals up to 500 hours engine oil, 3000 hours eccentric housing and hydraulic oil, and 12000 hours coolant.
Extended maintenance intervals not only reduce downtime but decrease the amount of fluid and filters that are replaced over the life of the machine.
VisionLink® takes the guesswork out of managing your entire fleet–regardless of size or equipment manufacturer*–by providing maintenance needs, machine hours, location, fuel usage, idle time, diagnostic codes, and more through interactive dashboards on your mobile device or desktop, helping you make informed decisions that lower costs, simplify maintenance, and improve safety and security on your jobsite.

* Data field availability can vary by equipment manufacturer and is provided through an application programming interface (API).

Sustainability

The Cat C7.1 emits equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA.
Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels* up to: 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester) and 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels. Please consult your Cat dealer or "Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations" (SEBU6250) for details.
*Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels.
A well-trained operator is worth the investment. Skilled operators benefit your bottom line by maximizing productivity, avoiding costly downtime, and maintaining jobsite safety - which can help to improve fuel efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Extended maintenance intervals not only reduce downtime but can decrease the amount of fluid and filters that are replaced over the life of the machine. Extend change intervals up to 500 hours engine oil, 3000 hours eccentric housing and hydraulic oil, and 12000 hours coolant.
Performance and safety can be augmented with standard and optional cameras that are viewed on in-cab displays.
Cat Compact technologies help you consistently meet compaction targets faster, more uniformly, and in fewer passes - saving on fuel and reducing rework and material costs.
Cat Scheduled Oil Sampling (S•O•S℠) Services helps reveal excessive wear, contaminated fluids or other "unseen" issues that can shorten component life. In many cases, you can extend oil and coolant change intervals by using fluid monitoring. Consult your Cat dealer or the machine's operation and maintenance manual for more information.

Specifications Standard Equipment Optional Equipment

Product Specifications for CS12

Engine

Gross Power	157.6 HP 117.5 kW
Engine Power - ISO 14396	155.7 HP 116.1 kW
Net Power - ISO 9249	131.7 HP 98.2 kW
Net Power - SAE J1349	130.1 HP 97 kW
Note (1)	Net power advertised is the power available at the engine flywheel when equipped with a fan at maximum speed, air cleaner, and alternator. Net power advertised is the power available at the engine flywheel when equipped with a fan at maximum speed, air cleaner, and alternator.
Engine Model	Cat® C7.1 Cat® C7.1
Emissions	U.S. EPA Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA equivalent U.S. EPA Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA equivalent
Stroke	5.3 in 135 mm
Bore	4.1 in 105 mm

Weights

Operating Weight - With Cab	25889 lb 11743 kg
Operating Weight - With Sun Canopy	24394 lb 11065 kg
Operating Weight - With ROPS/FOPS Canopy	25446 lb 11542 kg
Weight - Drum with Cab	13995 lb 6348 kg
Weight - Drum with Sun Canopy	13591 lb 6165 kg
Weight - Drum with ROPS/FOPS Canopy	13792 lb 6256 kg
Note (1)	Operating weights are approximate and consider full fluids and 80 kg (176 lb) operator. Cab weights include heat and air conditioning. Operating weights are approximate and consider full fluids and 80 kg (176 lb) operator. Cab weights include heat and air conditioning.

Vibratory System

Vibratory Frequency - Standard	1830 VPM 30.5 Hz
Variable Frequency Option Range	23.3 - 30.5 Hz (1400-1830 vpm) 23.3 - 30.5 Hz (1400-1830 vpm)
Nominal Amplitude - High	0.083 in 2.1 mm
Nominal Amplitude - Low	0.039 in 0.98 mm
Centrifugal Force - Maximum	67653 lb 301 kN
Centrifugal Force - Minimum	31680 lb 141 kN
Static Linear Load - With Cab	166.6 lb/in 29.7 kg/cm
Static Linear Load - With Sun Canopy	161.8 lb/in 28.9 kg/cm
Static Linear Load - With ROPS/FOPS Canopy	164.2 lb/in 29.3 kg/cm

Dimensions

Compaction Width	84 in 2134 mm
Overall Length	19.2 ft 5.9 m
Overall Length - With Blade Option	21 ft 6.4 m
Overall Width	7.5 ft 2.3 m
Overall Width - With Blade Option	8.2 ft 2.5 m
Maximum Height	10.2 ft 3.1 m
Drum Diameter	60.4 in 1534 mm
Optional Blade Height	26.9 in 683 mm
Wheel Base	9.5 ft 2.9 m

Operating Specifications

Ground Clearance	17 in 433 mm
Curb Clearance	19.4 in 492 mm
Turning Radius - Inside Drum Edge	12.1 ft 3.7 m
Travel Speed - Maximum	7.1 mile/h 11.4 km/h

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity	63.9 gal (US) 242 l
Cooling System	8.4 gal (US) 31.9 l
Engine Oil - With Filter	4.6 gal (US) 17.4 l
Eccentric Weight Housings (combined)	6.9 gal (US) 26 l
Axle and Final Drives	4.8 gal (US) 18 l
Hydraulic Tank	13.2 gal (US) 50 l

Sustainability

Recyclability

97% 97%

CS12 Standard Equipment

NOTE

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT

Steel Sun Canopy with Handrails, Floor Mat, Vinyl Seat

Adjustable Seat with Integrated Console

LCD Display with Lockable Vandalism Guard

Adjustable Tilting Steering Column with Integrated Cup Holders

Rear Vision Camera System with Color Touchscreen Display

High Visibility 50 mm (2 in) Seat Belt

12-volt Power Outlet

Horn, Backup Alarm

VIBRATORY SYSTEM

Smooth Drum

Pod-Style Eccentric Weight Housings

Dual Amplitude, Single Frequency

Auto-vibe Function

Single Adjustable Steel Scraper

TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS

VisionLink®

POWERTRAIN

Cat® C7.1 Engine

Air Cleaner, Dual Element

Three Speed Throttle Switch including Eco-mode

Automatic Speed Control (ASC)

Dual Propel Pumps; One for Drum Drive, One for Rear Axle

Fuel Filter, Water Separator, Priming Pump, Water Indicator

Tilting Radiator / Hydraulic Oil Cooler

Dual Braking System

Two-Speed Hydrostatic Transmission

Limited Slip Differential

ELECTRICAL

24 volt Electrical System

100 ampere Alternator

750 Cold-cranking Amps Battery Capacity

OTHER

Lockable Engine Enclosure, Hydraulic and Fuel Tanks

Sight Gauges for Hydraulic Oil Level and Radiator Coolant Level

S·O·S℠ Sampling Values: Engine Oil, Hydraulic Oil, and Coolant

Halogen Working Lights (4)

CS12 Optional Equipment

NOTE

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT

ROPS/FOPS Canopy with Handrails, Floor Mat, Vinyl Seat

ROPS/FOPS Cab with Climate Control, Cloth Seat, Exterior Rear View Mirrors

Sun Visor (Cab)

Roll-Down Screen (Cab)

VIBRATORY SYSTEM

Removable Shell Kit - Oval or Square Pads

Variable Frequency

Dual Adjustable Steel Scrapers

Dual Adjustable Polyurethane Scrapers

Leveling Blade

TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS

Measure - Machine Drive Power (MDP)

Measure - Compaction Meter Value (CMV)

POWERTRAIN

Transmission Guard

OTHER

Halogen Working Lights (8)

Amber Rotating Beacon

Product Specifications for CS12

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Engine

Gross Power	157.6 HP 117.5 kW
Engine Power - ISO 14396	155.7 HP 116.1 kW
Net Power - ISO 9249	131.7 HP 98.2 kW
Net Power - SAE J1349	130.1 HP 97 kW
Note (1)	Net power advertised is the power available at the engine flywheel when equipped with a fan at maximum speed, air cleaner, and alternator. Net power advertised is the power available at the engine flywheel when equipped with a fan at maximum speed, air cleaner, and alternator.
Engine Model	Cat® C7.1 Cat® C7.1
Emissions	U.S. EPA Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA equivalent U.S. EPA Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA equivalent
Stroke	5.3 in 135 mm
Bore	4.1 in 105 mm

Weights

Operating Weight - With Cab	25889 lb 11743 kg
Operating Weight - With Sun Canopy	24394 lb 11065 kg
Operating Weight - With ROPS/FOPS Canopy	25446 lb 11542 kg
Weight - Drum with Cab	13995 lb 6348 kg
Weight - Drum with Sun Canopy	13591 lb 6165 kg
Weight - Drum with ROPS/FOPS Canopy	13792 lb 6256 kg
Note (1)	Operating weights are approximate and consider full fluids and 80 kg (176 lb) operator. Cab weights include heat and air conditioning. Operating weights are approximate and consider full fluids and 80 kg (176 lb) operator. Cab weights include heat and air conditioning.

Vibratory System

Vibratory Frequency - Standard	1830 VPM 30.5 Hz
Variable Frequency Option Range	23.3 - 30.5 Hz (1400-1830 vpm) 23.3 - 30.5 Hz (1400-1830 vpm)
Nominal Amplitude - High	0.083 in 2.1 mm
Nominal Amplitude - Low	0.039 in 0.98 mm
Centrifugal Force - Maximum	67653 lb 301 kN
Centrifugal Force - Minimum	31680 lb 141 kN
Static Linear Load - With Cab	166.6 lb/in 29.7 kg/cm
Static Linear Load - With Sun Canopy	161.8 lb/in 28.9 kg/cm
Static Linear Load - With ROPS/FOPS Canopy	164.2 lb/in 29.3 kg/cm

Dimensions

Compaction Width	84 in 2134 mm
Overall Length	19.2 ft 5.9 m
Overall Length - With Blade Option	21 ft 6.4 m
Overall Width	7.5 ft 2.3 m
Overall Width - With Blade Option	8.2 ft 2.5 m
Maximum Height	10.2 ft 3.1 m
Drum Diameter	60.4 in 1534 mm
Optional Blade Height	26.9 in 683 mm
Wheel Base	9.5 ft 2.9 m

Operating Specifications

Ground Clearance	17 in 433 mm
Curb Clearance	19.4 in 492 mm
Turning Radius - Inside Drum Edge	12.1 ft 3.7 m
Travel Speed - Maximum	7.1 mile/h 11.4 km/h

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity	63.9 gal (US) 242 l
Cooling System	8.4 gal (US) 31.9 l
Engine Oil - With Filter	4.6 gal (US) 17.4 l
Eccentric Weight Housings (combined)	6.9 gal (US) 26 l
Axle and Final Drives	4.8 gal (US) 18 l
Hydraulic Tank	13.2 gal (US) 50 l

Sustainability

Recyclability

97% 97%

CS12 Standard Equipment

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NOTE

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT

Steel Sun Canopy with Handrails, Floor Mat, Vinyl Seat

Adjustable Seat with Integrated Console

LCD Display with Lockable Vandalism Guard

Adjustable Tilting Steering Column with Integrated Cup Holders

Rear Vision Camera System with Color Touchscreen Display

High Visibility 50 mm (2 in) Seat Belt

12-volt Power Outlet

Horn, Backup Alarm

VIBRATORY SYSTEM

Smooth Drum

Pod-Style Eccentric Weight Housings

Dual Amplitude, Single Frequency

Auto-vibe Function

Single Adjustable Steel Scraper

TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS

VisionLink®

POWERTRAIN

Cat® C7.1 Engine

Air Cleaner, Dual Element

Three Speed Throttle Switch including Eco-mode

Automatic Speed Control (ASC)

Dual Propel Pumps; One for Drum Drive, One for Rear Axle

Fuel Filter, Water Separator, Priming Pump, Water Indicator

Tilting Radiator / Hydraulic Oil Cooler

Dual Braking System

Two-Speed Hydrostatic Transmission

Limited Slip Differential

ELECTRICAL

24 volt Electrical System

100 ampere Alternator

750 Cold-cranking Amps Battery Capacity

OTHER

Lockable Engine Enclosure, Hydraulic and Fuel Tanks

Sight Gauges for Hydraulic Oil Level and Radiator Coolant Level

S·O·S℠ Sampling Values: Engine Oil, Hydraulic Oil, and Coolant

Halogen Working Lights (4)

CS12 Optional Equipment

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NOTE

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT

ROPS/FOPS Canopy with Handrails, Floor Mat, Vinyl Seat

ROPS/FOPS Cab with Climate Control, Cloth Seat, Exterior Rear View Mirrors

Sun Visor (Cab)

Roll-Down Screen (Cab)

VIBRATORY SYSTEM

Removable Shell Kit - Oval or Square Pads

Variable Frequency

Dual Adjustable Steel Scrapers

Dual Adjustable Polyurethane Scrapers

Leveling Blade

TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS

Measure - Machine Drive Power (MDP)

Measure - Compaction Meter Value (CMV)

POWERTRAIN

Transmission Guard

OTHER

Halogen Working Lights (8)

Amber Rotating Beacon

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