The Caterpillar 212b wheel excavator (1991-1996) stands out for below-average engine power at 111 hp (83 kW), while below-average weight comes in at 31,306 lb (14.2 t). Another useful figure is bucket capacity at 0.92 yd³ (0.7 m³).
Specification profile
1991-1996
Weight: 31,306 lb (14.2 t)Engine power: 111 hp (83 kW)Bucket capacity: 0.92 yd³ (0.7 m³)Transport width: 8.1 ft (2.47 m)
31,306 lb (14.2 t)Weight
111 hp (83 kW)Engine power
0.92 yd³ (0.7 m³)Bucket capacity
8.1 ft (2.47 m)Transport width
10.2 ft (3.12 m)Transport height
27.2 ft (8.29 m)Transport length
NoAir conditioning
NoBlade
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Below average
111 hp (83 kW)
Low 54.6 hp (40.7 kW)Typical 138 hp (103 kW)High 208 hp (155 kW)
Engine power is below the typical figure.
Weight
Below average
31,306 lb (14.2 t)
Low 14,308 lb (6.49 t)Typical 38,764 lb (17.6 t)High 66,139 lb (30 t)
Weight is below the typical figure.
Bucket capacity
Average
0.92 yd³ (0.7 m³)
Low 0.3 yd³ (0.23 m³)Typical 0.97 yd³ (0.74 m³)High 1.77 yd³ (1.35 m³)
Bucket capacity is close to the typical figure.
Transport width
Average
8.1 ft (2.47 m)
Low 6.33 ft (1.93 m)Typical 8.48 ft (2.58 m)High 11.8 ft (3.6 m)
Transport width is close to the typical figure.
Transport height
Average
10.2 ft (3.12 m)
Low 7.94 ft (2.42 m)Typical 10.6 ft (3.24 m)High 13.1 ft (4 m)
Transport height is close to the typical figure.
Transport length
Average
27.2 ft (8.29 m)
Low 14.9 ft (4.54 m)Typical 27.4 ft (8.35 m)High 39.9 ft (12.2 m)
Transport length is close to the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Overall size
The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.
Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Material Handling ExcavatorNO
Track GuidanceNO
Air conditioningNO
BladeNO
Cabin AdjustmentNO
Diesel particulate filterNO
Overload AlertNO
Hydraulic quick hitchNO
Mechanical quick hitchNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | 212b wheel excavator |
| Model year / production | 1991-1996 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power111 hp (83 kW)
Dimensions
Transport height10.2 ft (3.12 m)
Transport length27.2 ft (8.29 m)
Transport width8.1 ft (2.47 m)
Capacity & weight
Bucket capacity0.92 yd³ (0.7 m³)
Weight31,306 lb (14.2 t)
Overload AlertNo
Engine & drivetrain
Engine manufacturerCaterpillar
Engine type3114 DIT
Setup & fitment
Material Handling ExcavatorNo
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres10.00-20
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
Other specifications
Track GuidanceNo
BladeNo
Cabin AdjustmentNo
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