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1973 - Caterpillar 815 Padfoot Compactor()
- Listing No
- 255656
- Year
- 1973
- Manufacturer
- Caterpillar
- Model
- Condition
- Used
- Location
- USA
- Price
- $40,000
- Description
-
Good running CAT 815! Runs good. Been on job recently. OROPs. Good sheet metal. Engine dry. Cylinders dry. Feet 40%-50%. Good cleaner bars. Front push blade. Good cutting edges. 12' blade. Needs seat bottom. WORK READY!
About this machine
This Caterpillar 815 Padfoot Compactor is a padfoot compactor — sometimes called a sheepsfoot compactor — a self-propelled compaction machine used in road building, earthworks, and site preparation to densify cohesive soils and compacted fill layers through the action of its drum-mounted feet. Caterpillar is one of the world's most recognised manufacturers of heavy construction and earthmoving equipment, supplying machines to road construction, mining, landfill, and infrastructure industries worldwide.
This 1973 machine is offered in used, work-ready condition from North Carolina, USA, and the seller's notes confirm it has been active on a job site recently. The engine is reported to be running well, with no oil leaks and dry cylinders, indicating a mechanically sound powerplant. The sheet metal is described as in good condition, contributing to a solid overall appearance for a machine of its age.
The compactor is fitted with an OROPS (open roll-over protective structure) cab. The padfoot drum feet are at approximately 40–50% remaining life, and the cleaner bars — which keep the feet clear of material build-up during operation — are in good condition. The machine is equipped with a front push blade measuring 12 feet in width, with good cutting edges reported, adding dozing and material-spreading capability on site. The one noted deficiency is a missing seat bottom, which will require replacement before the operator position is fully serviceable.
At $40,000, this is a vintage padfoot compactor with a credible recent working history, sound mechanical condition, and practical ancillary equipment in place.
This description was generated automatically from the listing details and may not reflect every specification. Please confirm with the seller before purchase.
