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Caterpillar 212 Excavator Specs

Introducing the Caterpillar 212 Excavator - a versatile and powerful machine designed to tackle a wide range of excavation and construction tasks. With impressive specifications such as a max cutting height of 23.8 ft, max digging depth of 19.6 ft, and a bucket capacity ranging from 0.4 to 1.3 cu yd, the Caterpillar 212 is built to deliver exceptional performance and efficiency on the job site. Its turbocharged engine, operating weight of 28290 lbs, and hydraulic system with a flow capacity of 57.1 gpm make it a top choice for heavy-duty projects. With reliable construction and advanced features, the Caterpillar 212 Excavator is a valuable asset for any construction or excavation operation.


Boom/Stick Option (Mex) 1

Caterpillar 212 Excavator Boom/Stick Option (Mex) 1 specifications
Boom/Stick Option (Mex) 1 One-Piece Boom/Stick 5'3" (1600mm)
Max Cutting Height 23.12 ft (7.05 m)
Max Digging Depth 15.70 ft (4.79 m)
Max Loading Height 16.15 ft (4.92 m)
Max Reach Along Ground 25.25 ft (7.70 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth 8.99 ft (2.74 m)
Shipping Height Of Unit 10.33 ft (3.15 m)
Shipping Length Of Unit 26.12 ft (7.96 m)

Boom/Stick Option (Mex) 2

Caterpillar 212 Excavator Boom/Stick Option (Mex) 2 specifications
Boom/Stick Option (Mex) 2 One-Piece Boom/Stick 7'6.5" (2300mm)
Max Cutting Height 23.74 ft (7.24 m)
Max Digging Depth 17.98 ft (5.48 m)
Max Loading Height 16.77 ft (5.11 m)
Max Reach Along Ground 27.37 ft (8.34 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth 11.11 ft (3.39 m)
Shipping Height Of Unit 10.33 ft (3.15 m)
Shipping Length Of Unit 26.25 ft (8.00 m)

Boom/Stick Option (Mex) 3

Caterpillar 212 Excavator Boom/Stick Option (Mex) 3 specifications
Boom/Stick Option (Mex) 3 One-Piece Boom/Stick 9\'2\" (2800mm)
Max Cutting Height 23.15 ft (7.06 m)
Max Digging Depth 19.59 ft (5.97 m)
Max Loading Height 16.44 ft (5.01 m)
Max Reach Along Ground 28.56 ft (8.71 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth 11.32 ft (3.45 m)
Shipping Height Of Unit 10.33 ft (3.15 m)
Shipping Length Of Unit 26.19 ft (7.98 m)

Boom/Stick Option (Mex) 4

Caterpillar 212 Excavator Boom/Stick Option (Mex) 4 specifications
Boom/Stick Option (Mex) 4 Two-Piece Boom/Stick 5'3" (1600mm)
Max Cutting Height 23.12 ft (7.05 m)
Max Digging Depth 15.70 ft (4.79 m)
Max Loading Height 16.15 ft (4.92 m)
Max Reach Along Ground 25.25 ft (7.70 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth 8.99 ft (2.74 m)
Shipping Height Of Unit 10.33 ft (3.15 m)
Shipping Length Of Unit 26.12 ft (7.96 m)

Buckets

Caterpillar 212 Excavator Buckets specifications
Maximum Bucket Capacity 1.3 cu yd
Minimum Bucket Capacity 0.4 cu yd
Reference Bucket Capacity 0.8 cu yd

Dimensions

Caterpillar 212 Excavator Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance 1.20 ft (0.37 m)
Height To Top Of Cab 10.33 ft (3.15 m)
Overall Width 8.17 in (20.75 cm)
Overall Width - Outriggers Down 11.98 ft (3.65 m)
Tail Swing Radius 6.89 ft (2.10 m)
Upper Structure Clearance 4.09 ft (1.25 m)
Wheelbase 8.21 ft (2.50 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 212 Excavator Engine specifications
Aspiration turbocharged
Displacement 235.60 cu in (3,860.80 cu cm)
Engine Make 2351
Engine Model T4.236
Net Power 94.00 hp (70.10 kw)
Number Of Cylinders 4
Power Measured @ 2150 rpm

Operational

Caterpillar 212 Excavator Operational specifications
Cooling System Fluid Capacity 8.00 gal (30.28 l)
Engine Oil Capacity 2.50 gal (9.46 l)
Front Diff Fluid Capacity 2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Fuel Capacity 64.80 gal (245.27 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity 57.10 gpm (216.12 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity 87.20 gal (330.05 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure 4351.2 psi
Max Steering Angle 35 degrees
Operating Weight 28,290.00 lbs (12,832.14 kg)
Operational Voltage 24 V
Oscillating Axle Angle 19 degrees
Rear Diff Fluid Capacity 4.00 gal (15.14 l)
Tire Size Dual 10.00-20

Transmission

Caterpillar 212 Excavator Transmission specifications
Max Travel Speed 12.40 mph (19.96 kph)
Transmission Type Fully hydrostatic, variable displacement piston motor
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