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Caterpillar CS56B Soil Compactor

Category: Soil Compactors ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: CS56B ➔

The Caterpillar CS56B is a soil compactor designed for efficient earthwork and road construction applications. Featuring a smooth drum and advanced compaction technology, the CS56B delivers consistent compaction performance on granular and cohesive soils. Its robust engine and heavy-duty frame provide durability and reliability in demanding jobsite conditions. The machine offers operator comfort with ergonomic controls and excellent visibility, enhancing productivity and safety. The Caterpillar CS56B soil compactor is suitable for large-scale projects requiring uniform soil density, reducing settlement and improving foundation stability. This model is widely used in infrastructure, highway, and commercial construction sectors for soil compaction tasks.

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General Specifications

DRUM WIDTH IN. (CM)	84 (213) Starting 2024 Model Year
ENGINE TYPE	Cat Starting 2024 Model Year
FREQUENCY HZ	30.5 Starting 2024 Model Year
INSIDE TURN RADIUS IN. (CM)	145 (368) Starting 2024 Model Year
WIDTH IN. (CM)	91 (230) Starting 2024 Model Year

Dimensions

Drum Diameter	60 in (153 cm)
Drum Diameter - Front	5 ft (2 m)
Ground Clearance	17 in (44 cm)
Height - Top of Cab	10 ft (3 m)
Overall Length	231 in (587 cm)
Overall Width	8 ft (2 m)
Turning Radius - Inside	145 in (368 cm)
Wheel Base	10 ft (3 m)
Wheelbase	10 in (24 cm)

Drum

Centrifugal Force - High	67,600 lbs (30,663 kg)
Centrifugal Force - Low	31,670 lbs (14,365 kg)
Drum Width	84 in (213 cm)
Nominal Amplitude - High	0 in (0 cm)
Nominal Amplitude - Low	0 in (0 cm)
Vibration Frequency	30.5 vpm
Vibration Frequency 2	30.5 vpm

Engine

Engine Model	Cat C4.4 with ACERT
Gross Power	157 hp (117 kw)
Make	Cat

Operating Specifications

Fuel Capacity	64 gal (242 l)
Ground Clearance	2 ft (0 m)
Operating Weight	25,346 lbs (11,497 kg)
Operating Width	91 in (231 cm)
Travel Speed - Maximum	7 mph (11 kph)
Turning Radius - Inside Drum Edge	145 in (368 cm)

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity

64 gal (242 l)

Vibratory System

Nominal Amplitude - High	0 in (0 cm)
Nominal Amplitude - Low	0 in (0 cm)

Weights

Operating Weight - With Cab	25,346 lbs (11,497 kg)
Operating Weight - With ROPS/FOPS	24,887 lbs (11,289 kg)

Caterpillar CS56Bs currently for sale

A 2017 Caterpillar CS56B From Trophy Tractor, Inc. for $119,500.00 USD

A 2022 Caterpillar CS56B From Trophy Tractor, Inc. for $239,500.00 USD

A 2020 Caterpillar CS56B From Trophy Tractor, Inc. for $119,500.00 USD

A 2022 Caterpillar CS56B From Trophy Tractor, Inc. for $199,500.00 USD

A 2019 Caterpillar CS56B From American Equipment, LLC for $155,000.00 USD

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