Cat CS12 GC ®

Smooth Drum Vibratory

Soil Compactor

The Cat® CS12 GC features a smooth drum and is ideally suited for granular soil applications with the use of an optional
padfoot shell kit for cohesive soil applications.

Superior Compaction Performance Reliable Cat Engine

• High weight at the drum and high amplitude deliver superior • The Cat engine provides ample power and consistent performance.
compaction performance. • Standard Eco-mode reduces fuel use during normal operation.

Comfortable and Ergonomic Operator Station Simple Maintenance

• Simple controls are within reach. • Maintenance-free hitch bearings and extended maintenance
• Outstanding visibility to the front and rear of the machine. intervals for vibratory system and hydraulic system provide more
uptime and lower maintenance costs.
Proven and Exclusive Cat Features
• Includes the ultra-reliable pod-style vibratory system and sealed-for- Optional Cat Compaction Control Technology
life hitch bearing. • Compaction control helps the operator determine when compaction
has been completed to specification for greater productivity and
uniform compaction quality.
• Scalable solutions can be configured to meet customer needs.
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Technical Specifications

Engine - Power Train Service Refill Capacities

Engine Model Cat® C4.4 Fuel Tank, total capacity 248 L 65.6 gal
Global Emissions US EPA Tier 3 Cooling System 18.5 L 4.9 gal
EU Stage IIIA Equivalent Engine Oil w/ Filter 9.5 L 2.5 gal
Gross Power ISO 14396 83.0 kW 111.3 hp Eccentric Weight Housings (combined) 26 L 6.9 gal
Gross Power SAE J1995 83.8 kW 112.4 hp Axle and Final Drives 10 L 2.6 gal
Net Power ISO 9249* 79.4 kW 106.5 hp Hydraulic Tank (service refill) 23 L 6.1 gal
Net Power SAE J1349* 78.5 kW 105.3 hp
Displacement 4.4 L 268.5 in3
Weights
Stroke 127 mm 5.0 in
Operating Weight w/ Sun Canopy 12,321 kg 27,163 Ib
Bore 105 mm 4.1 in
w/ Oval Padfoot Shell Kit 12 989 kg 28,636 Ib
Max. Travel Speed (Forward or Reverse) 11.0 km/h 6.84 mph
w/ Square Padfoot Shell Kit 13 148 kg 28,986 Ib
Theoretical Gradeability, with or without vibration** 50%
w/ Padfoot Bumper, no shell 11 472 kg 25,291 Ib
Operating Weight w/ROPS/FOPS Canopy 12 499 kg 27,555 Ib
Vibratory System Specifications w/ Oval Padfoot Shell Kit 13 167 kg 29,027 Ib
Nominal Amplitude - High 2.0 mm 0.079 in w/ Square Padfoot Shell Kit 13 326 kg 29,378 Ib
Frequency at High Idle 30.0 Hz 1800 vpm w/ Padfoot Bumper, no shell 11 650 kg 25,683 Ib
Frequency at Eco-Mode 28.6 Hz 1716 vpm Operating Weight w/ROPS/FOPS Cab*** 12 653 kg 27,894 Ib
Nominal Amplitude - Low 1.0 mm 0.039 in w/ Oval Padfoot Shell Kit 13 321 kg 29,367 Ib
Frequency at High Idle 33.0 Hz 1980 vpm w/ Square Padfoot Shell Kit 13 480 kg 29,718 Ib
Frequency at Eco-Mode 31.5 Hz 1890 vpm w/ Padfoot Bumper, no shell 11 804 kg 26,002 Ib
Centrifugal Force Weight at Drum w/Sun Canopy 7646 kg 16,857 Ib
Maximum 250 kN 56,200 lb w/ Oval Padfoot Shell Kit 7934 kg 17,491 Ib
Minimum 149 kN 33,500 lb w/ Square Padfoot Shell Kit 8093 kg 17,841 Ib
Static Linear Load w/ Padfoot Bumper, no shell 6417 kg 14,146 Ib
w/ Sun Canopy 35.8 kg/cm 200.6 lbs/in Weight at Drum w/ROPS/FOPS Canopy 7715 kg 17,009 Ib
w/ ROPS/FOPS canopy 36.2 kg/cm 202.5 lbs/in w/ Oval Padfoot Shell Kit 8003 kg 17,644 Ib
w/ ROPS/FOPS cab 36.4 kg/cm 203.6 lbs/in w/ Square Padfoot Shell Kit 8162 kg 17,994 Ib
French classification, data/class w/ 51.4 VM3 w/ Padfoot Bumper, no shell 6486 kg 14,299 Ib
ROPS/FOPS cab
Weight at Drum w/ROPS/FOPS Cab 7758 kg 17,104 Ib
w/ Oval Padfoot Shell Kit 8046 kg 17,738 Ib
* Net power advertised is the power available at the engine flywheel
when equipped with a fan at maximum speed, air cleaner, clean w/ Square Padfoot Shell Kit 8205 kg 18,089 Ib
emissions module, and alternator. w/ Padfoot Bumper, no shell 6529 kg 14,394 Ib
** Actual gradeability may vary based on site conditions and machine
configuration. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual for
more information. The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated
*** Standard operating weight considers full fuel tank, 75 kg operator, greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430).
flotation tires, padfoot drum, and cab with A/C. The system contains 2.2 kg of refrigerant, which has a CO2 equivalent of
3.146 metric tonnes.

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Dimensions
1 Overall Length 5.70 m 18.71 ft
2 Overall Width 2.30 m 7.53 ft
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3 Drum Width 2134 mm 84 in
6 4 Drum Shell Thickness 25 mm 0.98 in
5 Drum Diameter 1535 mm 60.4 in
6 Overall Height 3.0 m 9.8 ft
9 8 w/ Padfoot Shell Kit option 3.03 m 9.93 ft
7 Wheelbase 3.0 m 9.8 ft
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8 Ground Clearance 518 mm 20.4 in
5 9 Curb Clearance 492 mm 19.4 in
Inside Turning Radius 3.86 m 12.7 ft
Hitch Articulation Angle 34°
Hitch Oscillation Angle 15°
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Optional Padfoot Shell Kit Specifications
Number of Pads 120
Pad Height, oval pads 89.8 mm 3.5 in
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Pad Face Area, oval pads 63.5 cm2 9.8 in2
Pad Height, square pads 89.8 mm 3.5 in
Pad Face Area, square pads 105.7 cm 2
16.4 in2
Number of Chevrons 16

Vibratory Soil Compactor Selection Guide

10 - 15 T Assumes density specification is 95% of Standard Proctor and can vary substantially due to different soil conditions.

ROCK SAND/GRAVEL CLAY/SILT

0 0
CS54B
CS10 GC

CS11 GC

CS54B
CS1 GC

CS56B
CS11 GC

CS12 GC
CS64B | CS66B

CS68B
CS56B

CS12 GC | CS66B | CS64B

CS68B

20
CP54B
CP11 GC

10
CP56B
MAXIMUM COMPACTION DEPTH (CM)

MAXIMUM COMPACTION DEPTH (IN)

CP12 GC
CS66B* | CS64B*

CP68B
40
20
60

80 30
APPLICATIONS
100 • Road construction
• Residential construction
40
• Larger earth fills
120 • Aggregate bases
• Agriculture/irrigation projects 50
140 • Follow a motor grader
• Production of ~200m3

160 60
Rock Sand/Gravel Clay/Silt
Smooth drum, high amplitude (2.1 mm, Smooth drum, high amplitude (2.1 mm, Padfoot and smooth drum application (for smoothing),
0.083 in) moving to low amplitude when 0.083 in) moving to low amplitude when 4-10 passes. Compaction in cohesive soils strongly
approaching compaction, 4-8 passes approaching compaction, 4-6 passes depends on moisture content.

Size: Less than 50 mm (2 in) diameter * Smooth drum model equipped with padfoot shell kit
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Standard and Optional Equipment

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

Standard Optional Standard Optional

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT POWER TRAIN
Sun Canopy with Platform Handrails/ Cat C4.4 Diesel Engine, 4 cylinder P
Guardrails, Floor Mat P
Single Propel Pump P
Vinyl Adjustable Seat, Seat Belt P
Dual Fuel Filter, Water Separator, Priming
Adjustable Tilting Steering Column P Pump, Water Indicator P

12-volt Power Outlet P Radiator/Hydraulic Oil Cooler, Charge Air Cooler P

Horn, Backup Alarm P Dual Braking System P
Internal Rear View Mirror P Two-speed Hydrostatic Transmission P
ROPS/FOPS Canopy with Handrails/Guardrails, Transmission Guard P
Floormat P
TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS
ROPS/FOPS Cab with Climate Control P
Measure - Machine Drive Power and/or CMV P
Rear View Camera with Color Touchscreen
Display (Cab) P Map - SBAS GNSS Mapping P
Sun/Debris Shields (Canopy) P Connect - Machine-to-Machine Communication P
Cab Internal Roll-down Sun Screen (Cab) P ELECTRICAL
Sound Reduction Kit P 12 volt Electrical System P
Sun Visor (Cab) P 120 ampere Alternator P
Vinyl Suspension Seat with Arm Rest P 900 Cold-cranking Amps Battery Capacity P
Deluxe High-back Air-ride Seat (Cab) P OTHER

VIBRATORY SYSTEM Product LinkTM P

Smooth Drum P Sight Gauges for Hydraulic Oil Level and
Radiator Coolant Level P
Dual Amplitude, Dual Frequency P
S·O·SSM Sampling Valves: Engine Oil, Hydraulic
Oil and Coolant P
Pod-Style Eccentric Weight Housings P
Auto-vibe Function P High Ambient Temperature Oil Factory Fill P
Rear Adjustable Steel Scraper P Additional External Rear View Mirror P
Padfoot Shell Kit (oval or square pads available) P Upgraded LED Light Package P
Dual Adjustable Steel Scrapers P Amber Rotating Beacon P
Dual Adjustable Polyurethane Scrapers P Lug Tread Tires P

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