PS150C
PS150C
PS150C
Pneumatic
Compactor
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The heavy weight option incorporates the propel motors for working on
load compensating valves for each grades and on tough underfoot
propel motor to increase torque. conditions.
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Visibility Operator’s Station Versatility
The one-piece sloped hood design The new PS-150C Pneumatic The oscillating front and rear wheels
provides exceptional operator visibility Compactor features excellent operator seek out and compact soft spots. The
to the rear of the machine. The sloped comfort and visibility. The propel lever, oscillating wheels also provide even
water tank also provides good visibility grouped control gauges and wheel loads and uniform compaction
to the front of the machine. conveniently located control switches across the rolling width.
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reduce fatigue. An optional MVP
control console rotates to three different
Serviceability
positions, left, right or center and
The one-piece fiberglass hood tilts
allows the operator to view the front
upward to allow access to the engine
tire contact points.
and daily maintenance points. Daily
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check points are accessible from ground
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Caterpillar 3054C Turbocharged Diesel Engine
Industry-proven Caterpillar technology designed to provide unmatched performance,
reliability and fuel economy with ample power for the most demanding jobs.
Turbocharged engine provides 75 kW
(100 hp) of gross power. Mechanically
controlled direct injection provides
excellent fuel efficiency.
Highly-efficient combustion chamber
increases power while lowering fuel
consumption, engine emissions and
noise.
The engine meets U.S. Tier 2 emission
standards.
High displacement-to-power ratio
ensures long life and provides
outstanding reliability and durability.
Large oil cooler reduces oil
deterioration and varnishing of internal
components.
Combination fuel filter and water
separator offers superior protection for
the fuel injection system.
Propel System
Hydrostatic propel system combines smooth stops and starts with plenty of torque.
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Operator’s Station
Operating ease and comfort promote all-day productivity.
Tire Overlap
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Serviceability
Easy, ground-level access provides convenient and quick service.
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Engine Transmission Brakes
Four-stroke, four cylinder 3054C Two-speed hydrostatic propel system. Service brake features
turbocharged diesel engine. The engine Hydrostatic pump provides oil to two Closed-loop hydrostatic drive system
meets U.S. EPA Tier 2 emissions hydrostatic motors mounted above the provides dynamic braking during
regulations. drive axles. Drive shafts connect the machine operation.
motors to the rear axles.
Ratings at RPM kW hp
A single propel lever located on the Secondary brake features*
Gross power 2200 75 100
control console provides smooth Spring-applied/hydraulically released
Ratings of Caterpillar machine engines hydrostatic control of the infinitely disc brakes are actuated by a switch on
are based on standard air conditions of variable speeds in both forward and the control console. They are also
25°C (77°F) and 100 kPa (29.61" Hg) reverse. activated automatically if pressure is
dry barometer. Power is based on using lost in the brake circuit or when the
Max. speeds (forward and reverse):
API gravity of 35 at 15°C (60°F), fuel engine is shut off.
Low 0 - 11 km/h (6.8 mph)
having a LHV of 42 780 kJ/kg (18,390 High 0 - 25.6 km/h (15.9 mph) *Brake systems meet SAE standard J1472 and EN500-4.
Btu/lb) used at 30°C (86°F) [ref. a fuel
density of 838.9 g/L (7.001 lb/U.S.
gal)]. Net power advertised is the power
available at the flywheel when the Wheels and Tires Axles
6-Ply: 8.50/90 x 15 Tractive effort is delivered to the four
engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner,
5 wheels front, 4 wheels rear rear drive wheels by standard, heavy-
muffler and alternator.
11-wheel option duty axles.
The following ratings apply at 2200 6-Ply: 8.50/90 x 15
RPM when tested under the specified Heavy weight option
standard conditions: 12-Ply: 7.50 x 15
Net Power kW hp
ISO 9249 72 96
SAE J1349 72 96 Electrical System
EEC 80/1269 72 96 24-volt electrical system includes two
maintenance-free Cat batteries, color-
Dimensions coded and numbered wiring wrapped in
Bore 105 mm 4.13" nylon braid. A 55-amp alternator
Stroke 127 mm 5" powers the electrical system.
Displacement 4.4 liters 269 cu. in.
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Water System Steering Instrumentation and
The gravity water system is efficient Steering is hydraulic power-assist for Gauges
and reliable. System includes responsive, low-effort machine handling. The start switch, engine throttle switch,
galvanized distribution bars over the Minimum turning radius: alternator indicator light, coolant
front and rear tires and retractable Inside 4648 mm (15' 3") temperature gauge, engine oil pressure
nylon tire scrapers for each tire. Outside 6453 mm (21' 2") gauge, hydraulic oil temperature gauge
and hour meter are located on the
A polyethylene water tank is located at Steering angle (each direction) 37.5°. instrument panel in front of the
the front of the machine on the Hydraulic system – one 75 mm (3") operator.
operator’s platform. A water level bore, double-acting cylinder powered
gauge is on the tank within easy sight by a gear pump. Machine instrumentation and most
of the operator. controls are located at the operator’s
right on the control console. This
Pressurized water system is optional. includes the propel lever, speed selector
switch, water system control, horn and
secondary brake switch.
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Dimensions
PS-150C w/11-wheel option
A Length 4.29 m 14' 1" 4.29 m 14' 1"
B Compaction width 1.74 m 5' 8" 2.13 m 6' 11"
C Height at steering wheel 2.32 m 7' 7" 2.32 m 7' 7"
D Height at ROPS 3.0 m 9' 10" 3.0 m 9' 10"
E Wheelbase 3.34 m 10' 11" 3.34 m 10' 11"
F Ground clearance 267 mm 10.5" 267 mm 10.5"
G Tire overlap 13 mm 0.5" 13 mm 0.5"
Outside turning radius 6.45 m 21' 2" 6.45 m 21' 2"
Inside turning radius 4.64 m 15' 3" 4.44 m 14' 7"
Oscillation angle ±4.4 degrees ±4.4 degrees*
* Oscillation angle for outside rear wheels is zero degrees up and 4.4 degrees down.
PS-150C HEAVY-WEIGHT
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B
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Weights (approximate)
Operating weights include lubricants, coolant, 80 kg (175 lb) operator, full fuel tank, full hydraulic system, half-full water tank
and ROPS.
Operating Weights
Model Condition Weight of Ballast Total Weight Average Weight per Wheel
PS-150C
Standard machine empty — — 4885 kg 10,775 lb 545 kg 1,200 lb
Maximum water ballast 3825 kg 8,430 lb 8710 kg 19,205 lb 970 kg 2,145 lb
Maximum wet sand ballast 8055 kg 17,760 lb 12 940 kg 28,535 lb 1440 kg 3,180 lb
PS-150C w/11-Wheel Option
Standard machine empty — — 4955 kg 10,925 lb 450 kg 993 lb
Maximum water ballast 3825 kg 8,430 lb 8780 kg 19,355 lb 798 kg 1,760 lb
Maximum wet sand ballast 8055 kg 17,760 lb 13 010 kg 28,685 lb 1183 kg 2,608 lb
PS-150C w/Heavy Weight Option
Standard machine empty — — 4955 kg 10,925 lb 551 kg 1,214 lb
Maximum water ballast 3825 kg 8,430 lb 8780 kg 19,355 lb 970 kg 2,145 lb
Maximum wet sand ballast 8055 kg 17,760 lb 13 010 kg 28,685 lb 1440 kg 3,180 lb
With 12 307 kg (27,075 lb) 12 307 kg 27,075 lb 17 273 kg 38,000 lb 1920 kg 4,222 lb
of iron and wet sand ballast
PS-150C w/Heavy Weight Option and 11-Wheel Option
Standard machine empty — — 5025 kg 11,078 lb 457 kg 1,008 lb
Maximum water ballast 3825 kg 8,430 lb 8850 kg 19,511 lb 805 kg 1,775 lb
Maximum wet sand ballast 8055 kg 17,760 lb 13 080 kg 28,836 lb 1189 kg 2,621 lb
Ballast Compartments
Ballast compartments are positioned with When adding water, it is recommended Ballast capacities
a calculated balance of wheel to weight that only the primary ballast chamber be Primary 3.9 m3 (139 ft3)
ratio. Internal-frame baffles help prevent used because it is sealed. Secondary 0.4 m3 (11 ft3)
surges when water ballasted.
Sand and steel ballast can be removed Total 4.3 m3 (150 ft3)
Sand and steel ballast can be added through a bolt-on side cover and water
through large cover plates on the ballast can be emptied through a drain Ballast materials
operation deck and water can be added port. 0.028 m3 (1 ft3) of wet sand weighs 57 kg (125
through a fill port. lb)
0.028 m3 (1 ft3) of water weighs 28 kg (62.4 lb)
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Average Ground Contact Pressures
Actual Ground Contact Pressures are measured across the width of the tire. The charts include wheel path overlap.
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Actual Ground Contact Pressures for 6-Ply: 8.50/90 x 15 Tires
Actual Ground Contact Pressures are measured across the width of the tire. The charts include wheel path overlap.
Tire Inflation
Pressures
0 0
10 69
Ground Contact
Ground Contact
20 138
Pressures (kPa)
Pressures (psi)
30 207
40 276
50 345
60 414
70 483
80 552
90 621
100 689
110 758
120 827
130 896
140 965
150 1034
Ground Contact
20 138
Pressures (kPa)
Pressures (psi)
30 207
40 276
50 345
60 414
70 483
80 552
90 621
100 689
110 758
120 827
130 896
140 965
150 1034
Ground Contact
20 138
Pressures (kPa)
Pressures (psi)
30 207
40 276
50 345
60 414
70 483
80 552
90 621
100 689
110 758
120 827
130 896
140 965
150 1034
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Actual Ground Contact Pressures for 12-Ply: 7.50 x 15 Tires
Actual Ground Contact Pressures are measured across the width of the tire. The charts include wheel path overlap.
Tire Inflation
Pressures
344
276 kPa
kPa (50
(40 psi)
psi)
482 kPa
345 kPa (50
(70 psi)
psi)
619
414 kPa
kPa (90
(60 psi)
psi)
757 kPa (110 psi)
0 0
10 69
Ground Contact
Ground Contact
20 138
Pressures (kPa)
Pressures (psi)
30 207
40 276
50 345
60 414
70 483
80 552
90 621
100 689
110 758
120 827
130 896
140 965
150 1034
Ground Contact
20 138
Pressures (kPa)
Pressures (psi)
30 207
40 276
50 345
60 414
70 483
80 552
90 621
100 689
110 758
120 827
130 896
140 965
150 1034
Ground Contact
20 138
Pressures (kPa)
Pressures (psi)
30 207
40 276
50 345
60 414
70 483
80 552
90 621
100 689
110 758
120 827
130 896
140 965
150 1034
1920 kg (4,220 lb) Wheel Load – Maximum iron and wet sand ballast, PS-150C w/Heavy Weight
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Actual Ground Contact Pressures for 14-Ply: 7.50 x 15 Tires
Actual Ground Contact Pressures are measured across the width of the tire. The charts include wheel path overlap.
Tire Inflation
Pressures
344
276 kPa (50
(40 psi)
482
345 kPa (70
(50 psi)
619
414 kPa (90
(60 psi)
757 kPa (110 psi)
862 kPa (125 psi)
0 0
10 69
Ground Contact
Ground Contact
20 138
Pressures (kPa)
Pressures (psi)
30 207
40 276
50 345
60 414
70 483
80 552
90 621
100 689
110 758
120 827
130 896
140 965
150 1034
Ground Contact
20 138
Pressures (kPa)
Pressures (psi)
30 207
40 276
50 345
60 414
70 483
80 552
90 621
100 689
110 758
120 827
130 896
140 965
150 1034
Ground Contact
20 138
Pressures (kPa)
Pressures (psi)
30 207
40 276
50 345
60 414
70 483
80 552
90 621
100 689
110 758
120 827
130 896
140 965
150 1034
1920 kg (4,220 lb) Wheel Load – Maximum iron and wet sand ballast, PS-150C w/Heavy Weight
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Optional Equipment
Note: Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Caterpillar dealer for specifics.
The Speedometer is calibrated in both 11-Wheels Option add two wheels to Traction Control consists of a foot
kilometers per hour and miles per hour the rear axle. This option is only activated control switch that activates a
on an analog dial. intended for chip and seal applications hydraulic oil flow divider for increased
and cannot be used in conjunction with tractive effort.
the ballast option.
Pressure Water Spray System provides
constant water spray regardless of the Heavy Weight Option increases weight
tank level or when working on grades. Roading Light Package consists of capacity to 17 273 kg (38,000) and
front and rear floodlights, taillights and includes load sensing valves for each
parking lights with flashers. propel motor to increase torque for
12-Ply or 14-Ply Tires with higher tire
braking and working on grades.
pressures and increased ground contact
pressure provide greater compactive Rotating Operator’s Station with
effort. Maximum Visibility Position (MVP) Ballast Option provides an additional
control console pivots to three locked 6168 kg (13,600 lb) of steel ballast for
positions – left, center and right. use with the heavy weight option.
Radial Tires (7.50 x 15) ensure a flat
contact area, regardless of the tire load
or inflation pressure. Suspension Seat is mechanical type
with vertical adjustment and armrests.
Heat Retention Shields (Tire Skirts)
trap heat and help prevent asphalt from Sun Canopy is a sheet-metal structure
adhering to the tire surfaces. that blocks the operator’s station from
the sun. The structure is bolted to the
ROPS.
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