Caterpillar CP563E Padfoot Compactor Specs

Category: Padfoot Compactors ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: CP563E ➔

The Caterpillar CP563E Padfoot Compactor is a powerful and efficient machine designed for compacting soil and other materials with precision and effectiveness. Featuring a turbocharged engine model 3056E ATAAC, this compactor delivers a gross power of 150.2 horsepower and a centrifugal force of up to 59,799.2 pounds. With its compact design and high-quality components, the CP563E offers optimal performance and reliability for a wide range of construction and landscaping projects.

Blades

Caterpillar CP563E Padfoot Compactor Blades specifications
Blade Height	26.80 in (68.07 cm)
Blade Width	8.30 ft (2.53 m)

Dimensions

Caterpillar CP563E Padfoot Compactor Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	18.00 in (45.72 cm)
Height - Top of Cab	10.10 ft (3.08 m)
Overall Length w/ Blade	20.70 ft (6.31 m)
Overall Length w/o Blade	18.90 ft (5.76 m)
Turning Radius - Inside	145.00 in (368.30 cm)
Wheelbase	9.60 in (24.38 cm)
Width Over Tires	7.60 ft (2.32 m)

Drum

Caterpillar CP563E Padfoot Compactor Drum specifications
Centrifugal Force - High	59,799.20 lbs (27,124.49 kg)
Centrifugal Force - Low	29,899.60 lbs (13,562.25 kg)
Drum Diameter	51.00 in (129.54 cm)
Nominal Amplitude - High	0.10 in (0.25 cm)
Nominal Amplitude - Low	0.10 in (0.25 cm)
Number of Pads	140
Pad Height	5.00 in (12.70 cm)
Pad Surface Area	13.90 cu in (227.78 cu cm)
Vibration Frequency 1	31.9 vpm

Engine

Caterpillar CP563E Padfoot Compactor Engine specifications
Aspiration	turbocharged
Displacement	366.20 cu in (6,000.96 cu cm)
Engine Model	3056E ATAAC
Gross Power	150.20 hp (112.01 kw)
Make	Caterpillar
Net Power	143.50 hp (107.01 kw)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar CP563E Padfoot Compactor Operating Specifications specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage	55 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	6.90 gal (26.12 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	3.20 gal (12.11 l)
Fuel Capacity	87.20 gal (330.05 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	17.00 gal (64.35 l)
Max Speed	7.30 mph (11.75 kph)
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Operating Weight	26,191.00 lbs (11,880.05 kg)
Operating Width	90.00 in (228.60 cm)

Tires

Caterpillar CP563E Padfoot Compactor Tires specifications
Tires	23.1x26 10ply

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