Caterpillar CB8 Smooth Drum Roller Specs

Category: Smooth Drum Rollers ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: CB8 ➔

The Caterpillar CB8 Smooth Drum Roller is a powerful and versatile machine designed for compaction tasks in a variety of applications. With a drum width of 67 inches and a maximum compaction width of 73 inches, this roller offers efficient and effective compaction results. Equipped with a Cat C3.4B engine delivering 100 horsepower and advanced ACERT Technology, the CB8 ensures reliable performance and fuel efficiency. Offering multiple vibration selection options and a maximum centrifugal force of 17,603 pounds per drum, this roller can handle even the toughest compaction jobs. With a range of operating weights and speeds, the CB8 is a top choice for contractors and construction professionals seeking quality, durability, and productivity in their compaction equipment.

General Specifications

Caterpillar CB8 Smooth Drum Roller General Specifications specifications
DRUM WIDTH	67 (170 — Starting 2019 Model Year
ENGINE TYPE	Cat — Starting 2019 Model Year
FREQUENCY HZ	53.3/63.3 — Starting 2019 Model Year
INSIDE TURN RADIUS	169.00 in (429.26 cm) — Starting 2019 Model Year
WIDTH	78.00 in (198.12 cm) — Starting 2024 Model Year

Dimensions

Caterpillar CB8 Smooth Drum Roller Dimensions specifications
Drum Diameter	43.00 in (109.22 cm)
Height	9.83 ft (3.00 m)
Height - With Rops/Fops	117.00 in (297.18 cm)
Length	14.92 ft (4.55 m)
Overall Length	14.75 ft (4.50 m)
Overall Width	6.09 ft (1.86 m)
Weight	20,580.00 lbs (9,334.94 kg)
Wheel Base	10.84 ft (3.30 m)
Width	6.50 ft (1.98 m)

Drum

Caterpillar CB8 Smooth Drum Roller Drum specifications
Drum Width	67.00 in (170.18 cm)

Engine

Caterpillar CB8 Smooth Drum Roller Engine specifications
Engine Model	Cat C3.4B with ACERT Technology
Gross Power	100.00 hp (74.57 kw)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar CB8 Smooth Drum Roller Operating Specifications specifications
Maximum Compaction Width	73.00 in (185.42 cm)
Standard Compaction Width	67.00 in (170.18 cm)
Static Linear Load	143.00 lbs (64.85 kg)
Travel Speed - Maximum	7.50 mph (12.07 kph)

Operational

Caterpillar CB8 Smooth Drum Roller Operational specifications
Operating Weight	18,783.00 lbs (8,518.37 kg)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar CB8 Smooth Drum Roller Service Refill Capacities specifications
Fuel Tank Capacity	55.00 gal (208.18 l)
Water Spray Tank Capacity	196.00 gal (741.86 l)

Vibratory System

Caterpillar CB8 Smooth Drum Roller Vibratory System specifications
Centrifugal Force Per Drum - Maximum	17,603.00 lbs (7,983.22 kg)
Centrifugal Force Per Drum - Minimum	6,789.00 lbs (3,078.91 kg)
Nominal Amplitude - High	0.10 in (0.25 cm)
Nominal Amplitude - Low	0.10 in (0.25 cm)
Vibration Selection	Independent per drum, front only, rear only, both

Weights

Caterpillar CB8 Smooth Drum Roller Weights specifications
Maximum Operating Weight With Cab	20,878.00 lbs (9,468.48 kg)
Maximum Operating Weight With Rops	20,343.00 lbs (9,225.85 kg)
Standard Operating Weight With Cab	19,224.00 lbs (8,718.37 kg)
Standard Operating Weight With Rops	18,783.00 lbs (8,518.37 kg)

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