CS56 Vibratory Soil Compactor

CS56 Vibratory Soil Compactor

The durable and reliable CS56 Vibratory Soil Compactors offer high compaction performance, speed and gradeability to maximize productivity.


CS56 Vibratory Soil Compactors
CS56 Vibratory Soil Compactors

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CS56 Vibratory Soil Compactor

Overview

Specifications

Benefits & Features

Optional Equipment

Overview

CS56 Vibratory Soil Compactor

The durable and reliable CS56 Vibratory Soil Compactors offer high compaction performance, speed and gradeability to maximize productivity.
Specifications

Weights

Operating Weight with Cab
27571 lb
12506 kg
Operating Weight with ROPS/FOPS
26850 lb
12179 kg
Weight at Drum with Cab
14775 lb
6702 kg
Benefits & Features
Vibratory System
The pod-style vibratory system, proven reliable on previous soil compactors, delivers superior compactive force while offering serviceability advantages.
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Proprietary Eccentric Weights
Reliable dual amplitude selection and innovative design ensure precise performance.
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Specifications

Weights

Operating Weight with Cab
27571 lb
12506 kg
Operating Weight with ROPS/FOPS
26850 lb
12179 kg
Weight at Drum with Cab
14775 lb
6702 kg
Weight at Drum with ROPS/FOPS
14586 lb
6616 kg

Operating Specifications

Compaction Width
84 in
2134 mm
Ground Clearance
21.1 in
537 mm
Static Linear Load, with Cab
175.9 lb/in
31.4 kg/cm
Static Linear Load, with ROPS/FOPS
173.6 lb/in
31 kg/cm
Travel Speed – Maximum
6.9 mph
11.1 km/h
Turning Radius Inside Drum Edge
12.08 ft
3.68 m

Engine

Gross Power
156 hp
116 kW
Engine Model
Cat C6.6
Cat C6.6

Dimensions

Drum Diameter
60 in
1524 mm
Drum Width
84 in
2134 mm
Height with ROPS/FOPS or Cab
10.08 ft
3.07 m
Optional Blade Height
27 in
680 mm
Overall Length
19.25 ft
5.86 m
Overall Length with Blade Option
21 ft
6.39 m
Overall Width
7.5 ft
2.3 m
Overall Width with Blade Option
8.25 ft
2.5 m
Wheelbase
9.5 ft
2.9 m

Vibratory System

Centrifugal Force – Maximum
63300 lb
282 kN
Centrifugal Force – Minimum
31600 lb
141 kN
Nominal Amplitude – High
0.07 in
1.8 mm
Nominal Amplitude – Low
0.035 in
0.9 mm
Variable Frequency Option Range
23.3-31.9 Hz (1,400-1,914 vpm)
23.3-31.9 Hz (1,400-1,914 vpm)
Vibratory Frequency - Standard
1914 vpm
31.9 Hz

Tires

Tires
23.1 × 26 8-ply flotation
23.1 × 26 8-ply flotation

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity
91 gal
345 L

Benefits & Features

Vibratory System
The pod-style vibratory system, proven reliable on previous soil compactors, delivers superior compactive force while offering serviceability advantages.


Proprietary Eccentric Weights
Reliable dual amplitude selection and innovative design ensure precise performance.


Cat® C6.6 Electronic Diesel Engine with ACERT Technology
Industry-proven Caterpillar technology designed to provide unmatched performance and reliability with ample power for the most demanding jobs.


Dual Pump Propel System
Superior tractive effort and gradeability for outstanding productivity in demanding applications.


Gradeability and Machine Control
The exclusive dual pump propel system provides proven superior performance, machine control, and exceptional grade climbing capability.


Rear Visibility
The one-piece sloped fiberglass hood design provides exceptional operator visibility and excellent service access.


ROPS/FOPS Canopy
Ergonomic design promotes maximum operator productivity while offering excellent visibility and unmatched comfort.


ROPS/FOPS Cab
Optional cab can increase machine utilization and provides greater year-round comfort in extreme environment conditions.


Optimized Cooling Air Flow
Improved air flow design minimizes dust clouds and eliminates hot air discharge on operator.


Leveling Blade Option
Optional leveling blade increases machine versatility and utilization, plus greatly enhances productivity.


Padfoot Shell Kit Option
Optional padfoot shell kit enhances machine versatility and productivity, allowing it to work in either cohesive or semi-cohesive material.


AccuGrade Compaction for Soil Compactors Option
Optional AccuGrade Compaction GPS Mapping and Measurement for Soil Compactors turns your operator into a soil compaction expert.


Reliability and Serviceability
CS56 Soil Compactors continue to provide the exceptional reliability and serviceability that you’ve come to expect from Caterpillar.


Cat Product Link System
Simplifies the tracking of equipment fleets to ensure maximum uptime and minimum repair costs.


Your Cat Dealer
Caterpillar backs your machine purchase with the best support system and personnel in the industry.


Optional Equipment

CS56 Optional Equipment

ROPS/FOPS Cab
Leveling Blade
Padfoot Shell Kit
Transmission Guard
Steel Drum Scraper
AccuGrade Compaction GPS Mapping and Measurement
Flexible Drum Scrapers
Variable Vibration Frequency
VPM Gauge
Operator Platform Lift Cylinder
Rotating Beacon
12-Ply Tires
Rotating Seat
Bio Hydraulic Oil Ready
12-Volt Outlet
 

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