{"id":24873,"date":"2019-01-24T15:46:44","date_gmt":"2019-01-24T05:46:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/?p=24873"},"modified":"2022-06-15T12:03:44","modified_gmt":"2022-06-15T02:03:44","slug":"equipment-focus-caterpillar-roller-compactor-cs76","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/equipment-focus-caterpillar-roller-compactor-cs76\/","title":{"rendered":"Equipment Focus: Caterpillar Roller Compactor CS76"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/brand\/caterpillar\/cs76\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cat CS76 roller compactor<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a smooth-drum vibratory compactor, ideal for compacting granular materials such as asphalt, rocks or sand. Offering 56 compactor models alone, Caterpillar continue to dominate the construction industry. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weighing in at 16 990kg, the CS76 smaller sibling in the 76 vibratory soil compactor family. But don\u2019t be fooled\u2014it is still a solid, powerful compacting machine. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a look at the video below to see this machine do its thing!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Cat Roller Compactor In Action<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><iframe src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IecBYhK-8jg\" width=\"560\" height=\"314\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 8pt;\">Disclaimer: This video showcases an overseas model. Configurations may differ from the Australian model.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CS76 Roller Compactor Overview <\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Available in cab or canopy, the Cat CS76 roller compactor provides comfort and good performance. While it is a smooth-drum vibratory compactor, the CS76 Cat roller compactor does have an optional padfoot shell kit that allows it to work in cohesive or semi-cohesive materials. That makes this roller compactor much more versatile for different worksites. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The vibratory system uses pod-style eccentric weights for high compaction performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cHigh compaction force provides more productivity in medium-to-thick lifts up to 61 cm. The CS\/CP76 and CS76 XT also provide peace of mind that the compactor can handle the job when lift thicknesses unexpectedly vary between medium and thick.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014Caterpillar<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, let\u2019s discuss the compactor\u2019s features.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CS76 Roller Compactor Features<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to Caterpillar, the CS76 roller compactor offers \u201chigh compaction performance, speed and gradeability to maximise productivity.\u201d Let\u2019s take a look at the machine\u2019s features to see how this is achieved.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Performance<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To maximise the CS76 roller performance on the field, Cat focused on a few key things:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>The vibratory system<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using pod-style eccentric weights ensure peak compaction performance. It also means minimal service and provides a high-dynamic force to achieve density in the fewest number of passes. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Patented eccentric weights<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cat\u2019s patented eccentric weights offer high reliability and simplified control of the roller compactor. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Cat C6.6 electronic diesel engine with ACERT technology<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Caterpillar engine offers great performance, reliability and fuel economy, thanks to its robust block and components, low-mounted oil pump and large oil cooler. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Dual pump propel system<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cat has added a dual pump propel system to their rollect compactors. These pumps provide separate, balanced hydraulic flow to the rear wheel, axle and drum-drive motors. Offers good gradability on steep slopes, even in loose or poor underfoot conditions. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Operator\u2019s Station<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being a vibratory compactor roller, operator comfort becomes a necessity. That\u2019s why Caterpillar has used four heavy-duty isolation mounts in the operator\u2019s station to ensure a nice, smooth ride. That\u2019s not the only thing Cat did. <\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A one-piece sloped hood design, narrow rear fenders and more cab glass offer good <\/span><b>visibility<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Optimised <\/span><b>air flow<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to keep the operator cool<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Tilt steering column<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to provide good ergonomics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Grouped control gauge<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">s for easy machine control<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Two front and two rear lights as standard for <\/span><b>increased safety<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Serviceability<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then there is the all-important serviceability. To help maximise the CS76 roller compactor, Cat has made daily maintenance easy with a simple tilt-forward hood and ground-level check points. The operator\u2019s station can also tilt forward for fast access to the hydraulics. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cat Roller Compactor Price<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Caterpillar CS76 models range between $75,000 and $190,000, averaging at $110,250.*<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cat Compact Roller CS76 Specs<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Engine: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cat C6.6 electronic diesel with ACERT technology<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Operating Weight (with cab):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 16 990 kg<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Weight at Drum (with cab):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 10 810kg<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Vibration Standard Frequency:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 30 Hz<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Nominal Amplitude &#8211; High:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 1.8 mm<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Nominal Amplitude &#8211; Low:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 0.9 mm<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Maximum Centrifugal Force (at 30 Hz):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 332 kN<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Minimum Centrifugal Force (at 30 Hz): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">166 kN<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Drum Size:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 2130 mm<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Drum Shell Thickness:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 40 mm<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Fuel Tank Capacity:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 345 L<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have you owned or operated the Cat CS76 compactor roller? Tell us your thoughts below! Or take a look at other <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/browse\/construction-equipment\/rollers-compactors-56\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">roller compactors for sale<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 8pt;\">*Prices are based on Machines4U listing data provided by sellers\/advertisers and are an approximation only. Data is correct up to and at time of publishing. Prices may change and need to be verified with individual sellers.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Cat CS76 roller compactor is a smooth-drum vibratory compactor, ideal for compacting granular materials such as asphalt, rocks or sand. Offering 56 compactor models alone, Caterpillar continue to dominate the construction industry. \u00a0 Weighing in at 16 990kg, the CS76 smaller sibling in the 76 vibratory soil compactor family. 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