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Cat

CS5 Vibratory Soil Compactor

Operating Weight - With ROPS/FOPS Canopy

9800 lb

Compaction Width

50 in

Gross Power

74.6 hp

Overview

The Cat® CS5 Vibratory Soil Compactors are ideally suited for granular soil applications. A durable propel system and narrow machine width make it ideal for small compaction jobs or working in tight areas such as trenches or job sites with limited space.

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Specifications

  • Engine
    Spec Value
    Gross Power 74.6 hp
    Engine Power - ISO 14396 74.4 hp
    Net Power - ISO 9249 68.3 hp
    Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 67.5 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® C3.4B
    Emissions U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final
    Stroke 4.3 in
    Bore 3.9 in
  • Weights
    Spec Value
    Operating Weight - With ROPS/FOPS Canopy 9800 lb
    Weight - Drum with ROPS/FOPS Canopy 4497 lb
    Note (1) Operating weights are approximate and consider full fluids and 80 kg (176 lb) operator.
  • Vibratory System
    Spec Value
    Nominal Amplitude - High 0.051 in
    Centrifugal Force - Maximum 17535 lb
    Static Linear Load - With ROPS/FOPS Canopy 90.2 lb/in
  • Dimensions
    Spec Value
    Compaction Width 50 in
    Overall Length 13.6 ft
    Overall Width 4.6 ft
    Maximum Height 8.3 ft
    Drum Diameter 40 in
    Wheel Base 7.3 ft
  • Operating Specifications
    Spec Value
    Ground Clearance 13.7 in
    Curb Clearance 13.5 in
    Turning Radius - Inside Drum Edge 8.6 ft
    Travel Speed - Maximum 5.5 mile/h
  • Service Refill Capacities
    Spec Value
    Fuel Tank Capacity 29.9 gal (US)
    Cooling System 4.8 gal (US)
    Engine Oil - With Filter 2.4 gal (US)
    Eccentric Weight Housings (combined) 14 gal (US)
    Axle and Final Drives 1.9 gal (US)
    Hydraulic Tank 10.6 gal (US)
  • Sustainability
    Spec Value
    Recyclability 97%

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
  • Rear Vision Camera System with Color Touchscreen Display
  • High Visibility 76 mm (3 in) Seat Belt
  • 12-volt Power Outlet
  • Horn, Backup Alarm

VIBRATORY SYSTEM

  • Smooth Drum
  • Single Amplitude, Single Frequency
  • Single Adjustable Steel Scraper

POWERTRAIN

  • Cat® C3.4B Engine
  • Air Cleaner, Dual Element
  • Two-Speed Throttle Switch
  • Dual Propel Pumps; One for Drum Drive, One for Rear Axle
  • Fuel Filter, Water Separator, Priming Pump, Water Indicator
  • Radiator / Hydraulic Oil Cooler
  • Dual Braking System
  • Single-Speed Hydrostatic Transmission
  • Limited Slip Differential

ELECTRICAL

  • 12 volt Electrical System
  • 120 ampere Alternator
  • 600 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.

OTHER

  • Amber Rotating Beacon