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.
Financial Programs
- Downpayment>49%
- Period36 months
- Rate0%
Weights
- Operating Weight - With Cab
- 25,353 lb
- Operating Weight - With ROPS/FOPS Canopy
- 24,890 lb
- Weight - Drum with Cab
- 13,999 lb
- Weight - Drum with ROPS/FOPS Canopy
- 13,790 lb
- Note (1)
- Operating weights are approximate and consider full fluids and 80 kg (176 lb) operator. Cab weights include heat and air conditioning.
Dimensions
- Compaction Width
- 84 in
- Overall Length
- 19.2 ft
- Overall Length - With Blade Option
- 21 ft
- Overall Width
- 7.5 ft
- Overall Width - With Blade Option
- 8.2 ft
- Maximum Height
- 10.2 ft
- Drum Diameter
- 60.4 in
- Optional Blade Height
- 26.9 in
- Wheel Base
- 9.5 ft
Engine
- Gross Power
- 159 hp
- Engine Power - ISO 14396
- 156.9 hp
- Net Power - ISO 9249
- 131.6 hp
- Net Power - SAE J1349:2011
- 129.9 hp
- Note (1)
- Net power advertised is the power available at the engine flywheel when equipped with a fan at maximum speed, air cleaner, clean emissions module, and alternator.
- Engine Model
- Cat® C4.4
- Emissions
- U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, Japan 2,014
- Stroke
- 5 in
- Bore
- 4.1 in
Sustainability
- Recyclability
- 97%
Service Refill Capacities
- Fuel Tank Capacity
- 69.7 gal (US)
- DEF Tank
- 5 gal (US)
- Cooling System
- 8.3 gal (US)
- Engine Oil - With Filter
- 3.1 gal (US)
- Eccentric Weight Housings (combined)
- 6.9 gal (US)
- Axle and Final Drives
- 4.8 gal (US)
- Hydraulic Tank
- 13.2 gal (US)
Operating Specifications
- Ground Clearance
- 17 in
- Curb Clearance
- 19.4 in
- Turning Radius - Inside Drum Edge
- 12.1 ft
- Travel Speed - Maximum
- 7.1 mile/h
Vibratory System
- Vibratory Frequency - Standard
- 1,830 VPM
- Variable Frequency Option Range
- 23.3 - 30.5 Hz (1,400-1,830 vpm)
- Nominal Amplitude - High
- 0.08 in
- Nominal Amplitude - Low
- 0.04 in
- Centrifugal Force - Maximum
- 67,653 lb
- Centrifugal Force - Minimum
- 31,680 lb
- Static Linear Load - With Cab
- 166.6 lb/in
- Static Linear Load - With ROPS/FOPS Canopy
- 164.2 lb/in
Standard 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
- 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® C4.4 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)
Optional Equipment:
- Note
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
- Operator Environment
- ROPS/FOPS Cab with Climate Control, Cloth Seat, Exterior Rear View Mirrors
- Sun Visor (Cab)
- Roll-Down Screen (Cab)
- High Visibility 76 mm (3 in) Seat Belt
- 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)
- Command for Compaction
- Powertrain
- Transmission Guard
- Other
- Factory Filled Bio-Hydraulic Oil
- Halogen Working Lights (8)
- Amber Rotating Beacon
Specifications
Weights
- Operating Weight - With Cab
- 25,353 lb
- Operating Weight - With ROPS/FOPS Canopy
- 24,890 lb
- Weight - Drum with Cab
- 13,999 lb
- Weight - Drum with ROPS/FOPS Canopy
- 13,790 lb
- Note (1)
- Operating weights are approximate and consider full fluids and 80 kg (176 lb) operator. Cab weights include heat and air conditioning.
Dimensions
- Compaction Width
- 84 in
- Overall Length
- 19.2 ft
- Overall Length - With Blade Option
- 21 ft
- Overall Width
- 7.5 ft
- Overall Width - With Blade Option
- 8.2 ft
- Maximum Height
- 10.2 ft
- Drum Diameter
- 60.4 in
- Optional Blade Height
- 26.9 in
- Wheel Base
- 9.5 ft
Engine
- Gross Power
- 159 hp
- Engine Power - ISO 14396
- 156.9 hp
- Net Power - ISO 9249
- 131.6 hp
- Net Power - SAE J1349:2011
- 129.9 hp
- Note (1)
- Net power advertised is the power available at the engine flywheel when equipped with a fan at maximum speed, air cleaner, clean emissions module, and alternator.
- Engine Model
- Cat® C4.4
- Emissions
- U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, Japan 2,014
- Stroke
- 5 in
- Bore
- 4.1 in
Sustainability
- Recyclability
- 97%
Service Refill Capacities
- Fuel Tank Capacity
- 69.7 gal (US)
- DEF Tank
- 5 gal (US)
- Cooling System
- 8.3 gal (US)
- Engine Oil - With Filter
- 3.1 gal (US)
- Eccentric Weight Housings (combined)
- 6.9 gal (US)
- Axle and Final Drives
- 4.8 gal (US)
- Hydraulic Tank
- 13.2 gal (US)
Operating Specifications
- Ground Clearance
- 17 in
- Curb Clearance
- 19.4 in
- Turning Radius - Inside Drum Edge
- 12.1 ft
- Travel Speed - Maximum
- 7.1 mile/h
Vibratory System
- Vibratory Frequency - Standard
- 1,830 VPM
- Variable Frequency Option Range
- 23.3 - 30.5 Hz (1,400-1,830 vpm)
- Nominal Amplitude - High
- 0.08 in
- Nominal Amplitude - Low
- 0.04 in
- Centrifugal Force - Maximum
- 67,653 lb
- Centrifugal Force - Minimum
- 31,680 lb
- Static Linear Load - With Cab
- 166.6 lb/in
- Static Linear Load - With ROPS/FOPS Canopy
- 164.2 lb/in
Standard/Optional Features
Standard 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
- 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® C4.4 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)
Optional Equipment:
- Note
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
- Operator Environment
- ROPS/FOPS Cab with Climate Control, Cloth Seat, Exterior Rear View Mirrors
- Sun Visor (Cab)
- Roll-Down Screen (Cab)
- High Visibility 76 mm (3 in) Seat Belt
- 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)
- Command for Compaction
- Powertrain
- Transmission Guard
- Other
- Factory Filled Bio-Hydraulic Oil
- Halogen Working Lights (8)
- Amber Rotating Beacon