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Caterpillar

PM312 Track Undercarriage Cold Planer

Milling Width

48.2 in

Rated Power

343 HP

Operating Weight

47407 lb

Overview

The Cat PM312 is an efficient, highly maneuverable milling machine with a cutting width of 1225 mm (48.2 in) that performs controlled full-depth removal of asphalt and concrete pavements in a single pass. Integrated Cat GRADE and the latest System K rotors deliver performance, productivity and cutting precision. A comfortable operator environment puts intuitive controls at your fingertips, while long service intervals and easy maintenance access simplifies service. While designed for a single operator, the PM312 includes added features for supporting ground personnel. Many options are available to enhance machine versatility when optimum maneuverability or high production capabilities are required.

Photos

Videos

  • PM312 Track Undercarriage Cold Planer
  • PM312 Cold Planer - Customer Testimonial

360° View

Exterior

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Interior

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Features

Specifications

  • Cutting System
    Spec Value
    Milling Width 48.2 in
    Maximum Milling Depth 13 in
    Rotor Speeds 97 / 109 / 121 rpm
    Number of Bits 106
  • Power Train
    Spec Value
    Rated Power 343 HP
    Engine C9.3B
    Maximum Travel Speed 3.4 mile/h
    Maximum Milling Speed 108 ft/min
  • Weights
    Spec Value
    Operating Weight 47407 lb
    Transport Weight 46506 lb
  • Dimensions
    Spec Value
    Operating Length - Conveyor Up 36.45 ft
    Operating Width 8.33 ft
    Height - Canopy 12.3 ft
    Maximum Truck Clearance 15.42 ft
    Minimum Right Cutting Radius 6.3 ft
    Minimum Left Cutting Radius 13.58 ft
    Conveyor Swing 60 degrees from center
    Transport Length 30.58 ft
    Transport Width 8.33 lb/in
    Transport Height 9.84 ft
  • Service Refill Capacities
    Spec Value
    Cooling System 16.9 gal (US)
    Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank 12.4 gal (US)
    Water Spray System Tank 332.9 gal (US)
    Fuel Tank 137.9 gal (US)
    Hydraulic Tank 14.5 gal (US)
    Engine Oil 7.9 gal (US)

Standard Equipment

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT

  • Sliding operator station
  • Suspension seat
  • Ergonomically adjustable arm rest
  • Ground control keypad
  • High-resolution LCD touchscreen display
  • 12-volt power receptacle

CAT CONNECT TECHNOLOGY

  • Remote Flash
  • Remote Troubleshoot
  • Cat Grade with Grade and Slope
  • VisionLink® telematics

ROTOR SYSTEM

  • Automatic plunge-cut
  • Automatic grade and slope transition feature
  • Obstacle jump
  • Three cutting speeds

POWERTRAIN

  • Engine Idle Speed Management
  • High capacity cooling system
  • Automatic Load Control

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Traction control

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

  • Ports for Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·S℠)
  • Platform-level engine oil dipsticks
  • 1260 L (332.9 gal) onboard water tank
  • Side water fill valve
  • Water spray system

SAFETY AND SECURITY

  • Platform handrails
  • Signaling/warning horn

Optional Equipment

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT

  • Additional high-resolution LCD touchscreen display
  • Powered canopy
  • Windscreen
  • Exhaust diverter

CAT CONNECT TECHNOLOGY

  • Sonic grade control sensors
  • High-resolution LCD touchscreen display (for ground level grade controls)

CONVEYOR

  • Dust abatement system
  • Hydraulic folding conveyor

ROTOR SYSTEM

  • Rotor turning device (with pendant control)
  • System K Rotor - Coarse (18 mm)
  • System K Rotor - Standard (15 mm)
  • System K Rotor - Fine (8 mm)
  • Diamond bits
  • Pneumatic bit removal tool
  • Tool holder extractor
  • 510 kg (1124 lb) ballast kit

POWERTRAIN

  • CE certificate

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Cat Bio HYDO™ Advanced biodegradable hydraulic oil
  • High ambient hydraulic oil

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

  • Air compressor
  • Accessory drive system
  • High pressure washdown
  • Low pressure washdown
  • Additional water spray system (dust control)

SAFETY AND SECURITY

  • Halogen work lighting
  • Wide dispersion LED work lighting
  • Warning beacon (fixed)
  • LED roading lights
  • Truck signal lights
  • Remote cameras (rear back up, front conveyor, left and/or right cutting edges, magnetic mount)