Caterpillar CB13 Smooth Drum Roller Specs

Category: Smooth Drum Rollers ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: CB13 ➔

The Caterpillar CB13 is a smooth drum roller designed for compaction in road construction and earthmoving projects. Featuring a single steel drum, the CB13 delivers uniform compaction on granular and asphalt surfaces. Its robust design includes a powerful engine, advanced vibration system, and ergonomic operator controls for efficient operation. The smooth drum roller is suitable for medium to large-scale projects requiring consistent soil and pavement compaction. The Caterpillar CB13 offers durability, reliability, and ease of maintenance, making it a preferred choice in the construction industry. This model supports improved productivity and surface quality in various compaction applications.

General Specifications

Caterpillar CB13 Smooth Drum Roller General Specifications specifications
DRUM WIDTH	79.00 in (200.66 cm) — Starting 2019 Model Year
ENGINE TYPE	Cat — Starting 2019 Model Year
FREQUENCY HZ	42/63.3 — Starting 2019 Model Year
INSIDE TURN RADIUS	170.00 in (431.80 cm) — Starting 2019 Model Year
WIDTH	92.00 in (233.68 cm) — Starting 2019 Model Year

Dimensions

Caterpillar CB13 Smooth Drum Roller Dimensions specifications
Height	10.00 ft (3.05 m)
Height - With Rops/Fops	120.00 in (304.80 cm)
Length	15.50 ft (4.72 m)
Overall Length	15.50 ft (4.72 m)
Overall Width	7.67 ft (2.34 m)
Weight	29,873.00 lbs (13,550.18 kg)
Wheel Base	11.25 ft (3.43 m)
Width	7.67 ft (2.34 m)

Engine

Caterpillar CB13 Smooth Drum Roller Engine specifications
Engine Model	Cat C4.4 with ACERT Technology
Gross Power	142.00 hp (105.89 kw)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar CB13 Smooth Drum Roller Operating Specifications specifications
Curb Clearance	28.00 in (71.12 cm)
Drum Offset	6.00 in (15.24 cm)
Ground Clearance	0.96 ft (0.29 m)
Maximum Compaction Width	85.00 in (215.90 cm)
Standard Compaction Width	79.00 in (200.66 cm)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar CB13 Smooth Drum Roller Service Refill Capacities specifications
Fuel Tank Capacity	66.00 gal (249.81 l)
Water Spray Tank Capacity	264.00 gal (999.24 l)

Travel Speeds

Caterpillar CB13 Smooth Drum Roller Travel Speeds specifications
High	8.00 mph (12.87 kph)
Low	4.50 mph (7.24 kph)

Vibratory System

Caterpillar CB13 Smooth Drum Roller Vibratory System specifications
Centrifugal Force Per Drum - Maximum	24,728.00 lbs (11,214.51 kg)
Centrifugal Force Per Drum - Minimum	7,800.00 lbs (3,537.42 kg)
Maximum Amplitude	0.10 in (0.25 cm)
Maximum Frequency	3800 V/m
Minimum Amplitude	0.10 in (0.25 cm)
Minimum Frequency	2520 V/m
Vibration Selection	Independent per drum, front only, rear only, both

Weights

Caterpillar CB13 Smooth Drum Roller Weights specifications
Maximum Operating Weight	29,873.00 lbs (13,547.85 kg)
Standard - Operating Weight	28,440.00 lbs (12,897.96 kg)
Static Linear Load	189 lb/in

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