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Caterpillar CB-214

Maintenance schedule, common problems & OEM parts breakdown

The Caterpillar CB-214 is a small tandem vibratory asphalt roller in the 2.4 to 2.5 tonne class (2,450-3,125 kg / 5,400-6,890 lb depending on drum width and configuration), built around dual smooth steel drums roughly 1000 mm (39 in) wide with a fully hydrostatic propel and vibration drive and no work-tool quick coupler. Caterpillar built the line across three engine generations: the CB-214, CB-214B, and CB-214C (roughly 1988 to 2000) ran a Hatz 2L40C air-cooled mechanical diesel; the CB-214D (roughly 2000 to 2004) switched to a Caterpillar 3013 diesel rated around 23.5 kW (31.5 hp); the CB-214E (roughly 2004 to 2007) used the updated Cat 3013C rated around 24.4 kW (32.7 hp). Caterpillar offered the roller in standard and extra-wide drum widths, with fixed or foldable ROPS, alongside sibling models in the same tandem-roller family.

Across the series, the biggest change was the move from the mechanically governed Hatz engine to Caterpillar's own 3013 and 3013C diesels, which simplified parts sourcing through the Cat dealer network and modestly raised output, while fuel and water tank capacities grew somewhat between the D and E series to extend shift time between refills. The vibratory pods stayed sealed for life with a factory-fill synthetic gear oil throughout the line, and the hydrostatic drive and articulated tandem-drum layout carried over largely unchanged generation to generation. In today's used and parts market, the CB-214 remains a common small-contractor roller: its simple controls, compact size, and hydrostatic drive keep it cheap to run and easy to service, though earlier Hatz-engined units are harder to support as parts availability thins, which pushes buyers toward the Cat-engined D and E series. Caterpillar has since folded the model into its current CB1.7 and CB2.5 utility compactor range.

Below: full specifications, fluids & capacities, the factory service schedule, common service parts, verified fault codes, what owners discuss, attachment guidance, the complete assembly directory, and a serial-number reference. Complete parts lists with full OEM part numbers, exploded diagrams, quantities, and fitment data are available free in Heavy Parts AI.

Caterpillar CB-214 specifications

Engine

Engine, early generation (CB-214/CB-214B, CB-214C, roughly 1988-2000)	Hatz 2L40C air-cooled diesel, 2 cylinders, gross power about 24.6 kW (33 hp) at 2600 rpm, displacement about 1.72 L (104.8 cu in). Predates Tier/Stage emissions regulation.
Engine, CB-214D (roughly 2000-2004)	Cat 3013 naturally aspirated, water-cooled, 4-stroke, 3-cylinder diesel. Gross power 23.5 kW (31.5 hp) at 2800 rpm. Net power (ISO 9249 / EEC 80/1269) 22.5 kW (30.2 hp). Bore 84 mm (3.3 in), stroke 90 mm (about 3.5 in), displacement 1496 cm3 (91 cu in). Meets EPA Tier I and 97/68/EC Stage II emissions.
Engine, CB-214E (roughly 2004-2007)	Cat 3013C naturally aspirated, water-cooled, 4-stroke, 3-cylinder diesel. Gross power 24.4 kW (32.7 hp) at 2800 rpm. Net power (ISO 9249 / EEC 80/1269) 23 kW (30.8 hp). Bore 84 mm (3.3 in), stroke 90 mm (about 3.5 in), displacement 1496 cm3 (91 cu in). Meets 97/68/EC Stage II (EU Stage II) off-highway emissions standard.

Weights

Operating weight, CB-214/CB-214B, CB-214C	About 2300 kg (5070-5075 lb), single published configuration. ROPS status of this figure is not specified in available literature.
Operating weight, CB-214D (without ROPS)	2430 kg (5355 lb). Includes lubricants, 80 kg (175 lb) operator, full fuel tank, full hydraulic system, half-full water tank.
Operating weight, CB-214D (with ROPS)	2490 kg (5490 lb), same fill/operator basis as above.
Operating weight, CB-214E (without ROPS)	2390 kg (5270 lb), same fill/operator basis as CB-214D.
Operating weight, CB-214E (with ROPS)	2450 kg (5400 lb), same fill/operator basis as CB-214D.
Weight distribution, CB-214D (with ROPS)	Front drum 1160 kg (2560 lb), rear drum 1330 kg (2930 lb).
Weight distribution, CB-214E (with ROPS)	Front drum 1150 kg (2535 lb), rear drum 1300 kg (2865 lb).
Shipping weight	Not published separately from operating weight in factory literature; the without-ROPS operating figure is the closest documented equivalent.
Static linear load at drum contact (ground-pressure equivalent), CB-214D	12.2 kg/cm (69 lb/in); centrifugal linear load 25.4 kg/cm (146 lb/in).
Static linear load at drum contact (ground-pressure equivalent), CB-214E	12.3 kg/cm (about 69 lb/in).

Dimensions

Transport length (all generations)	About 2430 mm (96 in / 7 ft 11 in). Consistent across CB-214B through CB-214E.
Machine width (all generations)	1100 mm (43 in / 3 ft 7 in), consistent across generations.
Overall height with ROPS, CB-214D	2585 mm (102 in).
Overall height with ROPS, CB-214E	2589 mm (102 in).
Overall height, CB-214B	Published as about 2.59 m (8 ft 6 in) to top of ROPS in one source; a separate listing shows a shorter 1.63 m (5 ft 4 in), likely a shipping height without ROPS erected or a folded configuration - verify configuration with a dealer.
Height at steering wheel, CB-214D	1760 mm (69 in).
Height at steering wheel, CB-214E	1807 mm (71 in).
Wheelbase (all generations)	About 1730 mm (68 in), consistent across generations.
Ground clearance (all generations)	About 250-254 mm (10 in), consistent across generations.
Curb clearance, CB-214D	530 mm (21 in).
Curb clearance, CB-214E	519 mm (20.4 in).
Drum diameter (all generations)	700 mm (27.6 in).
Drum shell thickness (all generations)	13.5 mm (0.53 in).
Compaction/drum width (all generations)	1000 mm (39-39.4 in). This 1000 mm drum width is the defining spec that separates the CB-214 from the wider CB-224/CB-225 line.
Minimum turning radius, CB-214D and CB-214E	Inside drum edge 2510 mm (99 in); outside drum edge 3510 mm (138 in); steering angle 32 degrees.

Performance

Travel speed, CB-214/CB-214B, CB-214C	Maximum about 10.6 km/h (6.6 mph).
Travel speed, CB-214D	Work range 0-6.5 km/h (0-4 mph); transfer range 6.5-10 km/h (4-6.2 mph).
Travel speed, CB-214E	0-10 km/h (0-6.2 mph), single infinitely variable hydrostatic range forward and reverse.
Gradeability	Not published in factory literature for this class of tandem roller.
Vibration frequency and amplitude, CB-214D	60 Hz (3600 vpm), nominal amplitude 0.5 mm (0.02 in).
Vibration frequency and amplitude, CB-214E	63 Hz, nominal amplitude 0.5 mm (0.02 in).
Centrifugal force per drum, CB-214D	25.4 kN (5710 lb).
Centrifugal force per drum, CB-214E	27.6 kN (about 6205 lb).
Sound level, CB-214E	Operator ear (sound pressure) 80 dB(A); labeled sound power level 109 dB(A).

Service capacities (summary)

Fuel tank, CB-214/CB-214B	About 53.8 L (14.2 gal).
Fuel tank, CB-214D	36 L (9.5 gal).
Fuel tank, CB-214E	46.5 L (12.3 gal).
Engine oil (crankcase), CB-214/CB-214B	About 4.5 L (1.2 gal).
Engine oil (crankcase), CB-214D	7.1 L (1.9 gal).
Engine oil (crankcase), CB-214E	6 L (1.6 gal), reflecting a 500-hour standard oil service interval on this engine.
Hydraulic system, CB-214/CB-214B	About 40.1 L (10.6 gal).
Hydraulic system, CB-214D	Tank 26 L (6.9 gal); full circuit 30 L (7.9 gal).
Hydraulic system, CB-214E	Tank 26 L (6.9 gal); full circuit 30 L (7.9 gal).
Cooling system	Coolant fill capacity is not listed consistently in available factory literature for the CB-214 line; engines are liquid-cooled apart from the earlier air-cooled Hatz-powered generation.
Water spray (drum) system, CB-214D	160 L (42 gal).
Water spray (drum) system, CB-214E	150 L (about 39.6 gal), varies by configuration; an optional auxiliary tank raises total capacity to 220 L.

Values vary by configuration, region, and serial range — confirm against your machine before planning transport or lifts.

CB-214 fluids & capacities

System	Capacity	Recommended fluid
Engine crankcase (with filter)	7.1 L (1.9 US gal) on CB-214 / CB-214D; 6.0 L (1.6 US gal) on CB-214E — varies by series	Cat DEO or Cat DEO-ULS diesel engine oil. Use SAE 10W-30 for ambient -18°C to 40°C (0°F to 104°F) or SAE 15W-40 for -10°C to 50°C (14°F to 122°F). For cold climates use Cat DEO Cold Weather SAE 0W-40 (down to -40°C/-40°F) or Cat DEO-ULS SYN SAE 5W-40 (-30°C to 50°C). Engine is the naturally aspirated Cat 3013 (3013C on the E-series) direct-injection diesel.
Cooling system	Fill volume varies by series and is not fully published across factory literature reviewed for this machine — confirm exact fill volume with a Cat dealer using the machine serial number	Cat ELC (Extended Life Coolant), consistent with the cooling-system service sections carried in this platform's OMM. Premixed 50/50 Cat ELC gives freeze protection to -37°C (-34°F); ELC concentrate extends protection to -52°C (-62°F) for arctic climates. Minimum 30% glycol is required and 50% is recommended for typical service.
Fuel tank	36 L (9.5 US gal) on CB-214 / CB-214D; 46.5 L (12.3 US gal) on CB-214E — varies by series	Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD, 15 ppm sulfur maximum) distillate diesel fuel meeting the Cat distillate fuel specification. Low Sulfur Diesel (500 ppm maximum) is acceptable on older, pre-emissions-controlled units where locally permitted.
Hydraulic system and tank	Tank 26 L (6.9 US gal); total hydraulic circuit approximately 30 L (7.9 US gal) — consistent across CB-214, CB-214D and CB-214E	Cat HYDO Advanced is the factory-fill and preferred fluid for the hydraulic/hydrostatic-drive circuit. Use SAE 10W for -20°C to 40°C (-4°F to 104°F), SAE 20W for -5°C to 45°C (23°F to 113°F), or SAE 30 for 10°C to 50°C (50°F to 122°F). Cat BIO HYDO Advanced (ISO 46 multigrade) covers -30°C to 45°C (-22°F to 113°F) where biodegradable fluid is required. Cat TDTO, Cat DEO/DEO-ULS (10W-30 or 15W-40), or Cat MTO are acceptable alternates by climate.
Vibratory system (eccentric weight / drum bearing housings)	Sealed, factory-lubricated pod housings — no field-serviceable fill volume; bearing lubrication service is scheduled every 3 years or roughly 3000 hours depending on series	Cat Synthetic Compactor Oil, a premium PAO synthetic ISO 220 gear and bearing lubricant with no viscosity improvers, for -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F). A commercial full-synthetic ISO 220 equivalent (or ISO 68 for extreme cold, down to -47°C/-53°F) is acceptable. Do not use API GL-4 or GL-5 gear oil in this compartment.
Drum water spray system	160 L (42 US gal) on CB-214 / CB-214D; 150 L (39.6 US gal) on CB-214E, expandable to 220 L (58 US gal) with the optional auxiliary tank — varies by configuration	Clean water only, drawn through the system's triple-stage filtration. No branded additive is specified for this system; in freezing climates drain the system fully or use a non-corrosive antifreeze solution compatible with the stainless spray bars, per dealer guidance.
Grease (chassis, articulation joint, pivots and pins)	Spec only — no fill volume published	Cat Prime Application Grease (NLGI 2) for moderate loads and temperatures -18°C to 40°C (0°F to 104°F). Step up to Cat Extreme Application Grease (NLGI 1-2) for high-vibration, heavy-load service down to -30°C (-22°F). Cat Utility Grease (NLGI 2) suits low-load, mild-climate service.

Capacities are refill values from factory literature — always fill to the dipstick/sight gauge, not the number.

Caterpillar CB-214 maintenance schedule

Service interval	Tasks
Every 10 h	Check engine oil and hydraulic oil levels before starting the engine each shift. Test the backup alarm, indicator lights, and neutral-start switch daily. Inspect and adjust the drum scrapers so they ride just clear of the drum. Check the engine air filter service indicator and clean the water-spray system filter daily. Inspect seat belt condition before operating.
Every 250 h	Inspect, adjust, or replace the alternator/water-pump belt and the vibratory pump belt. Pull an engine oil sample for analysis. Replace the fuel system primary filter (water separator) element. Lubricate both ends of the steering cylinder. Pull a cooling system coolant sample for level-1 analysis if the machine is not running factory extended-life coolant.
Every 500 h	Change the engine oil and oil filter. Lubricate the articulating and oscillating frame bearings at the center hitch. Test parking brake holding power on a specified grade. Replace the hydraulic system oil filter and pull a hydraulic oil sample for analysis. Inspect the platform and drum isolation mounts for cracking or splitting.
Every 1,000 h	Clean and check the battery and battery cable connections. Clean or replace the cooling system pressure cap. Check engine cylinder head bolt torque and engine valve lash. Inspect the engine mounts for looseness or deterioration. Change the hydraulic tank oil, replace the tank breather, and clean the tank strainer. Adjust propel control lever tension and inspect the ROPS structure and mounting hardware.
Every 2,000 h	Clean or replace the engine crankcase breather element. Inspect the drum support bearings for wear or play (also due on a 2-year calendar basis). Repeat the full 1000-hour engine and hydraulic service, including oil change, valve lash check, and cylinder head bolt check. Recheck propel control tension and ROPS hardware torque.
Every 3,000 h	Change the gear oil in each vibratory drum's eccentric-weight (exciter) housing. Replace the engine cooling system water-temperature regulator (thermostat) as a scheduled preventive item, or every 2 years. Repeat the 1000- and 2000-hour service items due at this mark.
Every 6,000 h	Add extender to the Extended Life Coolant (ELC) charge, or every 3 years. Check coolant extender concentration with a test kit before dosing. Replace the seat belt if 3 years have passed since its installation date, tracked separately on a calendar basis.
Every 12,000 h	Fully drain, flush, and replace the Extended Life Coolant (ELC) charge, or every 6 years. Replace the water-temperature regulator and inspect the pressure cap gasket during the coolant change. Flush the cooling system until drain water runs clear before refilling and bleeding air from the system.

Servicing the CB-214 beyond the schedule

Predictive Maintenance & Fluid Analysis

Draw and submit engine oil, hydraulic oil, and coolant samples at the factory-set intervals to catch cylinder or injection-pump wear on the Cat 3013 or 3013C early, since these small naturally aspirated diesels show blow-by and fuel dilution before symptoms appear. Track hydraulic sample trends for the drum-shaft seal wear pattern common on this tandem roller; contamination in the sample often precedes visible drum leakage. The sealed vibratory eccentric-weight housings rarely need sampling, but a rise in housing temperature signals bearing wear before an oil report would catch it.

Corrective & Common Repairs

The CB-214's most repeated complaint is a no-propel fault traced to the parking-brake solenoid circuit; before condemning the solenoid, check the wiring harness where it routes near the drum frame, since rub-through wiring can mimic a solenoid failure. On 3013C-powered machines, cold-start bogging and rough idle usually trace to a restricted low-pressure fuel-delivery path rather than the injectors. Drum-shaft seals wear early from articulation-turn thrust loading; replace both drum seals as a set, not one at a time.

Overhaul & Rebuild Points

Because the drum shafts absorb steering-turn side load through the tandem articulation joint, expect drum-bearing and seal wear before engine hours dictate an overhaul; inspect and, if needed, rebuild the drum-shaft bearing and seal pack at the factory drum-bearing interval rather than waiting for oil leakage. On the hydrostatic propel and vibratory circuit, plan a pump and motor inspection alongside a full oil and filter changeout, since contamination in old fluid will quickly wear a freshly rebuilt pump. Rebuild eccentric-weight housings only with the specified synthetic gear oil.

Seasonal & Environment Servicing

Drain the water spray system, spray-bar lines, and water filter housing completely before freezing weather; a cracked spray-bar line or tank is a common cold-weather failure on this compactor. In hot, dusty asphalt-plant environments, service the engine air filter primary element more often than the standard interval, and keep the hydraulic oil cooler and radiator fins clear of asphalt dust to prevent overheating on the fully hydrostatic drive. Verify coolant freeze protection before winter and recheck drum-scraper adjustment after seasonal storage.

CB-214 fault codes & troubleshooting

Code	Meaning	Likely cause	What to do
Alternator/charging warning lamp (red battery symbol)	Charging circuit not producing correct output	Worn or slipping alternator belt, faulty alternator, loose or corroded battery/alternator wiring	Stop and check belt tension and battery terminals; test alternator output before continuing operation
Engine oil pressure warning lamp (red oil-can symbol)	Engine oil pressure below safe operating threshold	Low oil level, clogged oil filter, worn oil pump or bearings	Shut engine down immediately, check oil level and filter condition before restarting
Coolant temperature warning lamp (red thermometer symbol)	Engine coolant temperature above safe operating range	Low coolant level, blocked radiator fins, slipping or failed fan drive, faulty thermostat	Idle down, shut off if lamp stays lit, check coolant level and radiator once engine has cooled
Air filter restriction indicator (yellow)	Air intake restriction has reached the service limit	Dirty or clogged air filter element	Inspect and clean or replace the air filter element, then reset the indicator
Hydraulic oil temperature warning lamp	Hydraulic system oil temperature above normal operating range	Low hydraulic fluid level, blocked oil cooler, extended high-load operation	Idle the machine to allow cooling, check fluid level and cooler fins for blockage
Water-in-fuel / fuel filter indicator	Water or contamination detected in the fuel/water separator	Condensation in fuel tank, contaminated fuel supply	Drain the fuel/water separator and check fuel quality before restarting

Codes and remedies are general guidance for this model family — always confirm with diagnostic tooling and your dealer before major repairs.

CB-214 attachments & work tools

Machine class and drum layout

CB-214 is a tandem vibratory asphalt roller in the roughly 2.4-2.5 metric ton class (varies D-series vs E-series), with two 1000 mm (39") wide smooth steel drums, front and rear. Vibration can be selected on the front drum only or on both drums together.

Coupler / mounting system

This class of roller has no quick-coupler work-tool circuit like a loader or excavator. Drums are fixed hydraulic-motor-driven units, and all kits (ROPS, lighting, beacons) bolt directly to flanges welded on the frame rather than attaching through an interchangeable coupler.

Water spray / drum wetting system

Standard stainless-steel spray bars give constant or intermittent spray with triple-stage filtration; tank capacity runs about 150-160 L depending on series (varies by configuration). An optional extra tank is available on CB-214E for roughly 220 L total between refills, and optional spray bar shields block wind drift of the water pattern.

Drum edge and scraper package

Standard drum edges use a dual-radius machined profile, with two retractable, spring-loaded, self-adjusting scrapers per drum plus end plates that keep debris out of the drum ends. An optional square-profile, non-machined drum edge was offered on the D-series for straight-run work where marking is a concern.

ROPS, canopy and lighting

A bolt-on two-post ROPS (foldable version available to reduce shipping height) meets ISO 3471 / EN 500-4, with an optional thermoformed sun canopy that bolts to the ROPS. Lighting options range from a basic work-light package to a full roading-and-working package with taillights, turn signals and hazard flashers, plus an optional rotating beacon usable with or without ROPS and optional light protector grids.

Operator station configuration

Seat options include a fixed bucket seat, a sliding seat that locks in left/center/right positions for better drum-edge sightlines, and a suspension seat with armrests, sometimes paired with a seat-presence switch that blocks machine movement when the operator isn't seated (standard equipment in EU markets).

Vibratory control options (E-series)

On the E-series, an optional vibratory delay lets the front drum start vibrating slightly ahead of the rear, and a related rear-drum vibratory control lets the operator run the rear drum independently. Optional traction control transfers torque between front and rear drum for added grip on slopes.

Guarding and noise/safety options

Available add-ons include a spark-arrestor muffler, a back-up alarm, and an exhaust deflector that redirects engine airflow away from ground personnel working near the machine.

Hydraulic system notes

Steering is powered by an engine-driven gear pump through a double-acting cylinder, delivering roughly 23 L/min at about 117 bar. The vibratory eccentric weights are driven hydraulically off a variable-displacement piston pump; there is no separate hydraulic attachment/tool kit since the machine carries no interchangeable work tools.

Series lineage and contamination guard

The CB-214 was built as the D-series (Caterpillar 3013 naturally aspirated engine, Tier I / Stage II) and later the E-series (Caterpillar 3013C engine, Stage II, 63 Hz vibratory frequency). It shared brochures with the wider-drum CB-224 and the combi CB-225 (steel front drum, rubber-tired rear), but those are distinct models — CB-225's tire-wetting system and tire scrapers, and CB-224's Heavy Weight kit, do not apply to CB-214. Caterpillar's current utility compactor range (CB1.7, CB2.5, etc.) supersedes the CB-214 line.

All CB-214 assemblies by section

Every catalogued assembly group for the Caterpillar CB-214. Open an assembly to preview the parts inside — full OEM part numbers are available in Heavy Parts AI.

Cb 214 - Cb 224 Vibratory Compactor

Adaptation

Adaptation - Coupling

Articulation

Brake Tool Kit

Chassis - Side Panels

Control Box

Control Instruments - Dashboard

Cooler

Dashboard Wiring

Distributor - Safety Block

Electric Equipments

Engine Controls

Front Motor Traction

Front Roll

Fuel System

General Wiring

Plates (Serial Instructions)

Pressure Spraying Device - Hoses - Part 1 Of 2

Pressure Spraying Device - Hoses - Part 2 Of 2

Pressure Spraying Device - Pump

Rear Roll

Rear Traction Motor

Reservoir - Filtration

Scrapers

Seat

Static Hoses

Steering Controls

Steering Hoses

Steering Hydraulic Cylinder

Traction Distributor

Traction Hoses

Traction Pump - Part 2 Of 2

Traction Pump

Vibration Distributor

Vibration Hoses - Part 2 Of 2

Vibration Hoses - Part 1 Of 2

Vibration Mechanism

Vibration Motor

Vibration Pump

CB-214 serial number reference

On CB-214 series compactors the PIN/serial plate is riveted to the machine frame, typically on the rear chassis near the articulation joint or the engine enclosure support, positioned low enough to read from ground level. The first characters of the PIN are the serial-number prefix identifying the model and build series; the digits that follow are the individual unit's running sequence, commonly written as prefix+00001-UP for the start of a range. From the mid-2000s onward Caterpillar moved to a longer full-length PIN, so on a CB-214E the plate shows the model digits (214) leading the number instead of a 3-letter alpha code. Production-year bands for the C, D, and E generations line up across independent spec-data sources, giving a reliable way to sanity-check a plate reading against the machine's apparent age.

Prefix	Identifies	Notes
6FD	CB-214 (original base model, pre letter-suffix)	Serial range 6FD00001 and up. Earliest CB-214 run, predating the B/C/D/E generations. Sold and cataloged as a CB-214-specific serial run. Engine and exact production years are not confirmed - confirm with dealer.
6LF	CB-214B	Serial range 6LF00001 and up, associated with 1988-era production. Parts and service literature list CB-214B together with CB-224B under this one serial series - both machines share the 6LF run rather than having separate prefixes. Engine is not confirmed in available literature - confirm with dealer.
9XK	CB-214C	Serial range 9XK1 and up, 1995-2000 production. The larger CB-224C built alongside it carries its own separate serial series and is a different machine, not a CB-214C variant. A Hatz-brand engine is associated with this compactor family in parts literature, but the fitment is documented most clearly against the sibling model's serial header rather than this one specifically - confirm exact engine fitment with dealer.
1TZ	CB-214D	Serial range 1TZ00001 and up, 2000-2004 production. Powered by the Caterpillar 3013 naturally aspirated, water-cooled, 4-stroke, 3-cylinder diesel, rated about 23.5 kW (31.5 hp) gross at 2800 rpm. Built alongside CB-224D and the CB-225D combi compactor, each with their own separate serial series - those are separate machines/prefixes, not CB-214D.
214 (full serial shown as 21400001-UP)	CB-214E	Serial range 21400001 and up, 2004-2007 production. From this generation the serial format uses the model number itself as the leading block rather than a 3-letter alpha prefix. Powered by the Caterpillar 3013C naturally aspirated, water-cooled, 4-stroke, 3-cylinder diesel, rated about 24.4 kW (32.7 hp) gross at 2800 rpm. Built alongside sibling models under their own serial headers.

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the Caterpillar CB-214 use?

It depends on the series. The original CB-214, CB-214B, and CB-214C (roughly 1988 to 2000) used a Hatz 2L40C air-cooled, mechanically governed diesel. The CB-214D (roughly 2000 to 2004) switched to a Caterpillar 3013 diesel rated around 23.5 kW (31.5 hp). The CB-214E (roughly 2004 to 2007) used the updated Cat 3013C, rated around 24.4 kW (32.7 hp). Confirm the exact engine against the serial plate, since running changes occurred within each series.

What is the operating weight of the Caterpillar CB-214?

Operating weight runs about 2.4 to 2.5 tonnes (2,450-2,490 kg / 5,400-5,490 lb) for the standard-width machine, varying by series and drum configuration. Extra-wide drum variants run heavier, up to roughly 3.1 tonnes (3,125 kg / 6,890 lb). Always confirm against the certification plate for the specific machine, since water tank fill level shifts the figure.

What replaced the Caterpillar CB-214?

Caterpillar discontinued the CB-214 line after the E-series and replaced it in the lineup with the current CB1.7 and CB2.5 small utility compactor ranges, which carry forward the tandem-drum, articulated, hydrostatic-drive layout in an updated chassis and engine package.

What CB-214 owners discuss

My CB-214E starts and idles fine but won't move in either direction. What's usually wrong?

Owners have chased this exact complaint on the CB-214E: engine runs, park brake light cycles normally when the brake is released, but the drum won't roll forward or reverse. In most reported cases the parking brake solenoid or its valve is blocking swash-plate control pressure to the propel pump, so replacing the solenoid is the first fix tried. On at least one machine that didn't solve it - a rubbed-through wiring harness gave the identical symptom. Check harness continuity and insulation near the brake solenoid before condemning the part. Because this sits in the parking-brake circuit, have your dealer verify the fix before returning the machine to service.

Is bogging down under load a known issue on the 3013C-powered CB-214E?

Reported on a sibling model sharing the same naturally aspirated Cat 3013C engine used in the CB-214E, so treat it as a shared-engine-family pattern rather than a confirmed CB-214E trait until you check your own machine. Symptoms: the engine bogs, sometimes stalls, when running full speed up even a slight grade or when vibration is engaged at full throttle. It's worse cold and improves after roughly 10 minutes of run time. The same machines needed 10 to 20-plus seconds of cranking to start after sitting just a few hours. Owners traced the bogging to fuel-delivery restriction rather than injectors - the fuel filter head, primer, and inlet elbow are the first things to pull apart and check for debris. A stall on a grade with the drum vibrating is a rollback risk - have your dealer verify fuel system and parking brake condition together.

What wear pattern shows up first on this class of tandem drum roller?

The recurring theme for double-drum asphalt rollers in this weight class is drum-shaft seal leakage. Once the seal starts weeping, oil drips into the drum interior and washes lubricant off the bearing race, accelerating bearing wear from the inside where it isn't visible from outside the machine. A worn thrust bushing compounds the problem: as the bushing loses fit, the seal unloads on one side during turns and starts leaking sooner. Operator consensus is to pull the drum end covers and inspect the bearing area a couple of times a year rather than waiting for a wet patch to show up under the machine.

What should I check before buying a used CB-214?

Confirm which series and engine you're actually looking at first - CB-214/B/C ran the Hatz 2L40C two-cylinder diesel, CB-214D moved to the naturally aspirated Cat 3013, and CB-214E uses the naturally aspirated Cat 3013C. Parts support and known issues vary by series, so match the serial/engine tag before assuming anything carries over. On the machine itself: check both drum surfaces for dents, scoring, and flat spots that telegraph into the finished mat; check scraper condition and spring tension at each drum; check the water spray system for clogging at the usual points (tank-fill strainer, in-line filter at the pump, and the strainer in each nozzle); check the center articulation pivot for play in the pin and self-aligning bearings, since a worn pivot shows up as wander or a clunk through turns; and run the propel and vibratory circuits under load to confirm the machine doesn't bog or stall as described in known 3013C-family complaints. Have your dealer verify brake and steering function on a test drive before purchase.

Any electrical gremlins specific to this machine worth knowing about?

The parking-brake solenoid circuit is the recurring one. Because a rubbed-through harness can mimic a failed solenoid exactly - same no-propel symptom, same brake light behavior - don't just swap the part. Verify continuity and insulation on the harness routing near the brake solenoid first. Beyond that specific complaint, field-level detail on CB-214 wiring is thin; the bulk of available troubleshooting steps and schematics live in the factory service manual for each series rather than in owner reports, and they differ by series (B/C, D, E), so match the manual to the machine's electrical system generation.

What basic maintenance keeps the drum and water system from causing problems on the CB-214?

Keep the triple water filtration clean - the strainer at the tank fill spout, the in-line filter at the water pump, and the strainer in each spray nozzle - since a clogged nozzle is the most common cause of a dry drum sticking to the mat and leaving uneven marks. Confirm both spring-loaded, self-adjusting scrapers at the front and rear of each drum are still under tension and tracking the drum surface; scrapers that stop tracking let debris build up and mark deep lifts and turns. These are routine pre-shift and daily checks operators do themselves rather than dealer-level repairs, and skipping them is the fastest way to accelerate the drum bearing wear described above.

Compiled from owner and technician discussions across the industry — experiences vary by serial range and machine history.

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