AP500E

AP555E
Pavers

Operating Weights Paving Ranges (maximum)

AP500E w/AS2252C Screed 15 290 kg (33,715 lb) AP500E w/AS2252C Screed 2.50 m - 5.60 m 8' 2" - 18' 5"
AP500E w/AS3251C Screed 15 520 kg (34,220 lb) AP500E w/AS3251C Screed 2.44 m - 6.15 m 8' 0" - 20' 2"
AP500E* w/AS4252C Screed 16 145 kg (35,594 lb) AP500E w/AS4252C Screed 2.55 m - 7.0 m 8' 0" - 23'
Note: AS4251C screed not available with AP500E paver
AP555E w/AS2252C Screed 16 005 kg (35,290 lb) AP555E w/AS2252C Screed 2.50 m - 5.60 m 8' 2" - 18' 5"
AP555E w/AS3251C Screed 16 240 kg (35,810 lb) AP555E w/AS3251C Screed 2.44 m - 6.15 m 8' 0" - 20' 2"
AP555E* w/AS4251C Screed 17 710 kg (39,044 lb) AP555E w/AS4251C Screed 2.55 m - 7.0 m 8' 0" - 23'
AP555E* w/AS4252C Screed 16 745 kg (36,916 lb) AP555E w/AS4252C Screed 2.55 m - 8.0 m 8' 0" - 26' 4"

* Equipped with canopy Cat® 4.4 Engine with ACERT™ Technology

Gross Power (Imperial) 106 kW (142 hp)
Gross Power (Metric) 106 kW (144 hp)
PERFORMANCE
FEATURES
High-production paving applications require equipment that is
powerful, reliable and fuel efficient with easy-to-use features.

These pavers are equipped with leading-edge technology that

reduces emissions, conserve fuel, automates mix delivery,
minimizes tow-point movement, and ultimately produces high
quality mats.

The advanced mix delivery system offers features that ensure

smooth delivery to the screed, optimizes material utilization,
and reduces cleanup while maximizing component life for
lower overall operating costs.

Exceptional visibility and comfort offered through dual

swingout operating stations, fumes management, and quiet
operation, ensure the crew continues its productivity
throughout the day.

Whether your choice of paver is equipped with the

Mobil-Trac™ undercarriage or wheels, both deliver the speed,
mobility, and traction to excel on all types of job sites.

Excellent serviceability provided by visual diagnostics, manual

overrides, sight indicators, and clean fluid collection ensure
your machine is ready when you are.

CONTENTS
Money Making Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4, 5
Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 7
Material Delivery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 9
Operating Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Fumes Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Operating Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 13
Wheel Undercarriage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 15
Mobil-Trac™ Undercarriage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 17
Cat® C4.4 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Service Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Screeds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20, 21, 22, 23
Cat Grade and Slope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24, 25
Electric Heat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Product Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Sustainability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Optional Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 31

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PAVING ALL DAY.
EVERY DAY.

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MONEY MAKING
FEATURES
HIGH PERFORMANCE, RELIABLE AND DURABLE

Delivering the tonnage and producing smooth mats

day after day leads to profitability. Combine these
features with years of service, comfort, visibility
and you have the #1 choice of paving contractors.

LEADING-EDGE TECHNOLOGY
– Emissions compliant engines
– Advisor display provides visual reference
– Self diagnostics from multiple ECMs displayed through
Advisor
– Cruise control feature matches paving train
– Integrated Cat Grade and Slope System
– Screed lock feature prevents settling
– Product Link option with VisionLink™ Fleet Management
software

ADVANCED MIX DELIVERY

– Independent control of each auger and each conveyor leads
to a consistent head of material
– 2 or 4 sensor mix delivery system provides flexibility
– Hydraulic mainframe extensions optimize material flow
– Reversible augers and conveyors limits spillage
– Rigid screeds deliver excellent stability
– Vibratory screeds available with front-mounted extenders or
rear-mounted extenders
– High compaction screeds available with tamper bars and
vibration

EXCEPTIONAL VISIBILITY AND COMFORT

– Dual operating stations swing out for better all-around
visibility
– Front-mounted cooling system:
- directs hot engine air away from crew
- re-directs the fumes cloud that occurs when truck dumping
– Quiet operation supports easy communication

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MOBIL-TRAC™ UNDERCARRIAGE
– Oscillating bogies minimize tow-point movement for a smoother mat
– Long-belt life leads to low life-time operating cost
– Excellent traction on soft or hard base materials
– Smooth or tread-bar pattern belts available
– Smooth-belt leads to less base disturbance and minimizes handwork
– Speeds similar to wheeled pavers

WHEEL UNDERCARRIAGE
– Tight turning radius
– High travel speeds
– Front wheel assist or all-wheel drive options
– Excellent traction on soft or hard base materials

FUMES MANAGEMENT
– Cooling exhaust, truck dumping surge, and fumes extraction are
directed away from crew
– Operator-friendly environment
– Fumes extraction removes vapors from tunnels and auger chamber

CAT® ENGINES WITH ACERT™ TECHNOLOGY

– Meet market required emissions standards
– Engine power management modifies output
– Automatic engine speed control improves fuel efficiency

EXCELLENT SERVICEABILITY
– Advisor display lists service codes
– Manual overrides on hydraulics
– Visual indicators for routine service checks
– Electronic Control Modules (ECM) monitor system performance
– Long service intervals minimize costs

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1. Hardtop Canopy
2. Fumes Ventilation System
3. Product Link Ready
4. Engine Power Management 2
5. Emissions Compliant Engine
6. Independent Mix Delivery System
7. Mobil-Trac Undercarriage System
8. Advisor Display
9. Automatic Engine Speed Control
10. Dual Independent Operating Stations
11. On-board Generator
12. CANbus Electrical System
13. Cat Grade and Slope (option)
14. Electric Screed Heat 3
15. Screeds Available:
– AS2252C Vibratory Screed
– AS3251C Vibratory Screed
– AS4251C Tamper Bar w/Vibration Screed
– AS4252C Tamper Bar w/Vibration Screed

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TECHNOLOGY
9 CONTINUING TO LEAD WITH
SOLUTIONS THAT WORK.

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SMOOTH DELIVERY
CONTINUOUS FLOW LEADS TO BETTER MAT QUALITY.

Automated controls and well-designed components reduce segregation

potential, maximize efficiency, and deliver a consistent head of material that
leads to better mat quality.

AUTOMATED DELIVERY SMOOTH FLOW

– Four pumps enable individual control of each auger and each – Wide tunnel and narrowly spaced conveyor bars of 215 mm (8.5")
conveyor for precise mix delivery to the screed ensure smooth flow to the auger chamber
– Two sensor system with ratio control dials automatically adjusts – 4-position adjustable push-roller conforms to trucking fleet for
mix flow when changing paving widths smoother exchanges
– Four sensor system utilized with the AS4251C and AS4252C – Reversible augers and conveyors minimize spillage at the end of
screeds monitor conveyors and augers for precise mix control the paving pass
– Cat Grade and Slope provides accurate control, optimizes mix
utilization, and enables easy setup through a visual display DURABLE, LONG-LIFE COMPONENTS
– Thick floor plates, heavy-duty chains, and stout conveyor bars
deliver lasting performance and lower lifetime operating costs
– Narrow chain guards protect chains and bolt heads for extended
long-term performance
– Greaseable bearings with remote fittings flush contaminates away
from seals for longer life
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1. Fumes extraction system

2. Mix deflector plate
3. Independent control of each auger and each conveyor
4. Narrow chain guard covers
5. Thick conveyor bars
6. Narrow bar spacing – 215 mm (8.5")
7. Heavy-duty conveyor chains
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8. Thick floor plates
9. Independent hopper actuation
10. Hydraulic folding front apron (optional)
11. Adjustable push-roller
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OPERATING
ENVIRONMENT
COMFORT AND VISIBILITY INCREASE PERFORMANCE.

Good visibility enables effective communication that leads to smooth truck

exchanges and steady material flow. Long hours of operation can take a toll
on the crew — that’s why Caterpillar designs operating stations that provide
good control, visibility and comfort.

DUAL INDEPENDENT OPERATING STATIONS EXCEPTIONAL VISIBILITY AND COMFORT

– Controls move with the operator – Low profile front-mounted cooling system improves forward
– Dual independent stations offer back-up capability visibility
– Stations extend beyond frame for increased all-around visibility – Quiet operation supports easy communication; sound suppression
– Operator customization with multiple seat adjustments and tilting material located throughout the machine
consoles – Tilting consoles conform to operator
– 12-volt power receptacle, supports communication devices
– Upper and lower tow-point indicators simplify height adjustment
for tractor and screed operators
– Cup holders offer convenience
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FUMES MANAGEMENT
SYSTEM
MORE COMFORT FOR YOUR CREW.

The ventilation system draws fumes from the conveyor tunnel

as well as the auger chamber and redirects them away from
the operator for a more comfortable working environment.

BETTER OPERATING CONDITIONS

– Operator-friendly environment
– Top-mounted cooling system directs fumes and hot air away from crew
– Fumes surge when dumping mix is redirected by the high capacity cooling fan
– Fumes extraction system removes vapors from the conveyor tunnels and auger
chamber

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OPERATING CONSOLE
OPERATE WITH CONFIDENCE.

The Advisor display provides visual references, self diagnostics, and planning
tools that keep the operator informed for better overall job site performance.

ADVISOR DISPLAY
– Multiple language selections – Access Paving Calculator
– Monitor machine conditions, including regeneration status – Reference Paving by the Numbers and start-up checklist
– Set automatic engine speed control; reduces engine speed when – Store operating preferences for multiple operators
delays occur – Set friction steering tension (AP555E)
– Calibrate machine components
– Access service code information

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Cat® operating consoles utilize positive feedback switches;
the feel of fingertip activation promotes operator confidence.

INTUITIVE CONSOLES
– Grouped toggle switches ensure efficiency and performance
– Cruise-control feature maintains paving speed for smoother mats
– Three propel/steering modes: pave, travel, and maneuver
– When utilizing 2-sensor system, ratio control dials automatically
adjust mix flow when changing paving widths
– Screed lock function prevents settling, eliminates bumps in the mat

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WHEEL
UNDERCARRIAGE
RESPONSIVE POWER, SMOOTH RIDE.
EXCELLENT MANEUVERABILITY
Quick reacting speed control ensures that – Tight turning radius for quick mobility
responsive power is immediately available, – A position sensor located in the left steering cylinder helps
while the wheeled undercarriage provides maintain consistent travel speeds when making turns by
mobility and high speed capability when adjusting the drive speed of the propel motors according to the
moving around the job site. steering angle of the front wheels, leading to better mat quality
and less wear on the drive system
– The oscillating design easily overcomes obstacles, eliminates
jarring effects and minimizes tow-point movement

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1. Oscillating Bogies
2. Steering Position Sensor
3. Dual Solid Front Steering Wheels
4. Front Wheel Assist
5. All-Wheel Drive
6. Large 17.5 R25 Drive Tires

Inside Turning Radius of 0.75 m (2.5 ft)

MOBILITY
– Pave, Travel and Maneuver modes
- Pave: Improved steering control when paving
- Travel: Speeds of 0 - 16 km/hr (0 - 10 mph)
- Maneuver: Optimizes steering control and delivers an inside
turning radius of 0.75 m (2.5 ft)

FRONT WHEEL ASSIST OR ALL-WHEEL DRIVE

– Front wheel assist option provides power to the front bogie wheels
for added traction when pushing trucks or working on soft base
– All-wheel drive option provides power to the front and rear bogie
wheels, maximizing traction

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MOBIL-TRAC ™

UNDERCARRIAGE
EXCELLENT TRACTION, HIGH SPEEDS.
MOBILITY
Maintenance-free and unmatched traction – High speed capability; similar to wheeled pavers
in both a smooth or tread-bar style belt; the – Pave, Travel and Maneuver modes
Mobil-Trac™ undercarriage system provides - Pave: Improved steering control when paving

mobility and high speed capability when - Travel: Speeds of 0 - 11 km/hr (0 - 7 mph)
- Maneuver: Optimizes steering control and enables the paver to
moving around the job site.
rotate within its own footprint

SMOOTH RIDE
– Oscillating bogie design delivers ride of wheeled paver
– Easily overcomes obstacles, eliminates jarring effects
– Guide lugs keep the tracks centered for reliable performance

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1. Oscillating Bogies
2. Rubber-Coated Components
3. Automatic Belt Tensioning
4. Pivot Point
5. Smooth Belt
6. Tread-bar Belt

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PERFORMANCE DURABILITY
– Mobil-Trac undercarriage design minimizes tow-point movement – Self-tensioning accumulators, center guide blocks and rugged
– Front and rear bogie sets crawl over obstacles; maintaining ground internal belt cables ensure durability
contact and minimizing tow-point movement – Rubber-coated components designed to shed material and prevent
– Smooth belt performs well on soft base materials and fresh mats accumulation
– Tread-bar belt excels on loose paving/transport conditions
– Outstanding traction in any condition, excellent flotation

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CAT C4.4 ®

ENGINE
POWER YOU CAN COUNT ON.

Durability, reliability and performance

combined with lower emissions.

CAT C4.4 WITH ACERT TECHNOLOGY HIGH AMBIENT COOLING SYSTEM

– Cat C4.4 engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA emissions – Standard, high-capacity cooling
standards – Airflow design draws ambient air across the engine compartment
– Provides 106 kW (142 hp imperial, 144 hp metric) of power and through the cooler
– The 4.4 liter engine has a displacement of (269 in3) and utilizes the – Exhaust air exits toward the hopper, providing a cooler engine
Cat common rail fuel delivery system compartment and cooler operating environment
– Utilizes ACERT Technology – Variable speed fans are electronically controlled and hydraulically
– Oil change interval of 500 hour driven to provide on-demand cooling
– On-demand operation reduces engine power demand, lowers sound
levels, and increases fuel efficiency

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SERVICE FEATURES
QUALITY COMPONENTS LAST LONGER, SAVE MONEY.

Maintaining productivity requires durable components

that limit wear and extend equipment life.

QUICK RESOLUTION REBUILD PROGRAMS

Trouble-shooting has never been easier with the Advisor display and Rebuild programs consisting of in-depth inspections of high wear items
electronic control modules (ECM). The multiple ECMs communicate with can be scheduled with your Cat Dealer in the off-season. These
the Advisor display. The display lists service codes, providing quick programs can prevent unscheduled downtime during the busy paving
reference. season.

The ECMs are compatible with Cat Electronic Technician and easily MACHINE TRACKING MADE EASY
connect to a laptop computer for fast technical support. Also, The optional Product Link System ensures maximum uptime and minimal
color-coded and numbered electrical wiring makes recognition easier repair costs by simplifying the tracking of equipment fleets. The system
when trying to locate the source of the fault code. provides automatic machine location, hour updates, and diagnostic
codes that can be used to schedule service requirements at more
Manual overrides located throughout the hydraulic system ensure the opportune times.
machine processes every bit of material should a problem occur. The
overrides also simplify troubleshooting procedures by enabling the
technician to eliminate functioning systems.

– ECMs communicate with Advisor Display

– ECMs compatible with Cat Electronic Technician
– Color-coded and numbered electrical wiring
– Manual overrides help diagnose functioning systems
– Pressure test ports and oil sampling ports simplify diagnosis of the
hydraulic system
– Remote-mounted fluid drains deliver clean collection

PLAN AHEAD
Reduce service costs by planning ahead. Knowing which components
need to be serviced and when the machine will need them allows
service personnel to make the necessary arrangements to help you save
money.

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 TOP FEATURES
AS2252C – Small footprint to minimize handwork
– Front-mounted 229 mm (9") extenders require less mix to maintain the
head of material in front of the screed
VERS-A-MAT™ – Narrow, quick-reacting extenders optimize performance around
obstacles; perfect for frequent width changes
VIBRATORY SCREED – Electrically heated screed plates offer cleaner working environment

APPLICATIONS
– High and low production job sites
– Excels on variable width paving applications
– Parking lots, highways, streets, rural roads, overlays

PAVING RANGES
– Standard Paving Range: 2.5 m - 4.4 m (8' 2" - 14' 5")
– Maximum Paving Width: 5.6 m (18' 5") with bolt-on extensions

Extender Extender
Main Screed
Front-Mounted Extenders

TOP FEATURES
AS3251C – Heavy-duty, rear-mounted extenders allow mix to easily flow out to the
end gates when increasing paving widths
– Stable support tubes promote wide width paving
EXTEND-A-MAT™ – Electrically heated screed plates offer cleaner working environment

VIBRATORY SCREED APPLICATIONS

– Wide-width paving applications
– Airports, highways, streets, rural roads, overlays

PAVING RANGES
– Standard Paving Range: 2.44 m - 4.7 m (8' - 15' 6")
– Maximum Paving Width: 6.1 m (20' 2") with bolt-on extensions

Main Screed
Extender Extender
Rear-Mounted Extenders

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VIBRATORY AND TAMPER BAR SCREED

Tamper bars combined with vibratory screed plates

optimize mat density behind the screed.

TOP FEATURES APPLICATIONS

– Balanced weight of 4000 kg (8,819 lb) – Excels on thin lifts and provides the ability to eliminate a
– Analog control (potentiometer) for tamper speed, vibratory speed, compactor due to higher densities behind the screed
and counterbalance pressure – Interstates, airports, highways, streets, rural roads, overlays,
– Double-width power extenders provide unmatched stability reclaimed concrete
– Tamper bar system delivers an adjustable range up to 1700 rpm
with a stroke of 4 mm (0.16") PAVING RANGES
– Adjustable vibratory screed plate range up to 3,000 vpm – Standard Paving Range: 2.55 m - 5.0 m (8' 4" - 16' 4")
– 400 mm (15") dual main screed plate widths – Maximum Paving Width: 7.0 m (23')
– 15 mm (0.60") screed plate thickness
– Low profile frame design for good visibility into the auger chamber
– Electric or LPG heated screed plates
– Foldable end gates (option) reduce transport width
– Power crown control (optional)

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VIBRATORY AND
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TAMPER BAR SCREED

1. Heated End Gate (optional) 6. Vibratory Drive (Variable Speed)

2. Foldable End Gate (optional) 7. LCD Operating Display
3. Main Screed Controls 8. Tamper Bar
4. Tamper Bar Eccentric Drive 9. Wear Plate
5. Tamper Bar Heating Element 10. Screed Plate Heating Element

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TOP FEATURES SCREED ADVISOR DISPLAY

– Balanced weight of 3200 kg (7,055 lb) – Available in multiple languages
– Equipped with LCD display – Keeps operator informed of the following:
– Double-width power extenders provide stability - Temperature of each screed section
– Tamper bar system delivers an adjustable range up to 1700 rpm - Tamper bar speed
with a stroke of 4 mm (0.16") - Vibratory speed
– Adjustable vibratory screed plate range up to 3,000 vpm - Counter-balance pressure
– 330 mm (13") single main screed plate width
– 13 mm (0.50") screed plate thickness APPLICATIONS
– Electrically heated screed plates and tamper bar deliver uniform – Excels on thin lifts, ability to eliminate a compactor due to higher
heat distribution densities behind the screed
– Heated end gates (option) prevent mix buildup – Interstates, airports, highways, streets, rural roads, overlays,
– Power crown control (standard) reclaimed concrete (RCC)
– Foldable end gates reduce transport width
PAVING RANGES
– Standard Paving Range: 2.55 m - 5.0 m (8' 4" - 16' 4")
– Maximum Paving Width: 8.00 m (26' 4") with bolt-on extensions
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WIDE WIDTH
PAVING PACKAGES
VIBRATORY SCREEDS
AS2252C SCREED EXTENSIONS
Extensions are available in 305 mm (1') and 610 mm (2')
lengths. Screed extensions are electrically heated without 2.5 m (8' 2")
vibration. 4.4 m (14' 5")
5.0 m (16' 5")

5.6 m (18' 5")

AS3251C SCREED EXTENSIONS

These extensions are available in 305 mm (1') and
711 mm (2' 4") lengths.

– 305 mm (1') extensions are electrically heated 2.4 m (8')

– 711 mm (2' 4") extensions are electrically heated with
vibration 4.7 m (15' 6")
5.3 m (17' 6")

6.1 m (20' 2")

VIBRATORY AND
TAMPER BAR SCREEDS
AS4251C AND AS4252C SCREED
EXTENSIONS 2.55 m (8' 4")
Bolt-on extensions are available in lengths of 5.0 m (16' 4")
0.25 m (10") and 0.75 m (30"). Quick-connect hydraulic
couplings simplify attachment. 5.5 m (18')
– 0.25 m (10") extensions are electrically heated with
tamper bars 6.5 m (21' 4")
– 0.75 m (30") extensions are electrically heated with
tamper bars and vibration 7.0 m (23')*

* Maximum paving width of AP500E w/AS4252C screed is 7.0 m (23') 8.0 m (26' 4")
* Maximum paving width of AP555E w/AS4251C screed is 7.0 m (23')

Note: AS4251C screed cannot be utilized with the AP500E

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CAT GRADE AND
SLOPE SYSTEM
FACTORY INTEGRATION,
EASIER TO USE, MORE ACCURATE.

Cat Grade and Slope is a factory-integrated guidance

system that helps remove irregularities from the surface
and control mat thickness for increased production, lower
operating costs, and higher profitability. It is entirely
supported by Caterpillar; ensuring the control system and
paver are setup to optimize performance and meet job site
requirements.
Cat Dealers offer exceptional knowledge of the grade and
slope system, as well as paver and screed operation,
providing a single source that meets all your paving needs.

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1. Temperature Sensor
2. Sealed Sonic Sensor

GRADE AND SLOPE FEATURES

SINGLE OR DUAL DISPLAYS – EASY SONIC AVERAGING BEAM
VISUALIZATION – Equipped with up to three sensors; when paving super elevations,
– Each LCD display is able to control one or both sides of the screed the front and rear sensor can be turned off for better control of mat
– Text-based menus offer multiple languages thickness
– Equipped with brightness and contrast controls for good visibility – Averages total deviations and adjusts tow-point by 1/3 for true
in various lighting conditions averaging; Note: When utilizing two grade sensors, tow-point is
adjusted by 1/2 of the total deviation.
DURABLE ENCLOSURE – Sensor height can be individually adjusted
– Easily move to the next starting point without disassembly.
– Swivel capability enables visibility from a various positions
– Heavy-duty design provides overnight protection

SONIC GRADE SENSORS

– Sonic sensor is equipped with five ceramic transducers in each
sensor, two readings are discarded, three are averaged
– 457 mm (18") optimal height
– Built-in temperature sensor accounts for temperature variation;
sealed, reliable

CONTACTING GRADE SENSORS

– Two designs; ground contacting ski, wand-type for string lines
– Effective for curbs and joints
Averaged
SLOPE SENSOR
– Range of ±10 degrees (17.6%)
– Effective on super elevations S1
Discarded
S2
S3

Travel Direction

S1+S2+S3 = Tow-point Movement

3 (True Averaging)
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ADVANCED ELECTRIC
SCREED HEAT
TOUCH-PAD TECHNOLOGY WITH MULTI-ZONE HEATING AND
EVEN-HEAT DISTRIBUTION.
ELECTRIC HEAT FEATURES
– Touch-pad technology and LED indicator lights create a
user-friendly interface
– Three pre-set temperature settings for each screed section ensure
even heat distribution
– Manual adjustments provide override capability
– Flattened bar type heating elements deliver reliability
– Temperature sensors in each screed section, including extensions
– On-board diagnostics enable operator to verify fault indicators

TRACTOR-MOUNTED GENERATOR
– GFCI circuit breaker protection
– Fast heat-up at low idle.
– Manual breaker reset 1
– 25 kW generator
- supplies 25 kW at 60 Hz with engine speed 1275 or higher
- provides power to the electric screed and auxiliary power panel
- utilized for normal lighting packages

AUXILIARY POWER
– 7 kW of available power
– Six, 120-volt receptacles
– One, 240-volt receptacle
– Supports high intensity discharge lighting (HID), power tools

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1. Even Heat Distribution

2. Electric Heat Panel
3. Heating Element
4. Generator 4 5
5. Auxiliary Panel
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PRODUCT LINK
REDUCE COSTS.

Product Link gets you accurate, timely and useful information

about the location, utilization and condition of your equipment.

TIMELY MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT ROBUST GEO-FENCING

– Easily plan and track maintenance – Street maps and satellite view simplify set up of site boundaries
– Start with “built-in” Caterpillar recommended service intervals and – Easily draw complex, accurate boundary shapes
customize to match your fleet and job needs – Provides valuable asset tracking and security monitoring tools
– See what service has been done and what is due at a glance
– “Click-through” features make it easy to contact your Cat Dealer for IDLE TIME VS. WORKING TIME
service and maintenance – Instantly relate and compare utilization of all assets on a job site
– Make better informed equipment decisions. Are there enough
CUSTOMIZED ALERTS & DISPLAYS trucks delivering material or too few?
– See all alerts on one screen, or any that you specify
– Prioritize information; service alerts, operator-generated errors, etc. FAST PARTS ORDERING
– Send alerts to the people who need them via email or text – VisionLink™ provides “to do” checklists for common preventive
message maintenance and service procedures.
– “Built-in” parts lists for common procedures
USER-FRIENDLY DASHBOARD – Click-through to PartStore™ and automatic loading of parts lists
– See individual machine status instantly speed and simplify ordering.
– Monitor current fuel level and total usage
– Stay on top of past due alerts
– Idle vs. Work Time graph helps you monitor utilization

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SUSTAINABILITY
PROVIDING SOLUTIONS THAT FUTURE GENERATIONS
CAN BUILD UPON.
LOWER ENGINE EMISSIONS CLEANER MORE COMFORTABLE OPERATING
– Cat C4.4 ACERT engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA ENVIRONMENT
emissions standards – Ventilation system redirects fumes away from the crew for a
– Utilization of low sulfur fuels and oil limits green-house gas better operating environment
emissions – Lower sound levels due to reduced engine speeds
– Automatic engine speed control leads to fuel conservation, lower – Machine compartments are equipped with sound suppression
emissions and lower sound levels material, limiting fatigue on the crew and surrounding environment

OPTIMIZED MATERIAL DELIVERY LONG LIFE COMPONENTS AND FASTER

– Precise mix delivery leads to smoother mats that last longer for SERVICE
future generations
– Long life fluids extend service life
– On-demand delivery results in slower moving components that
– Remote drains ports provide clean collection of fluids
extend service life and and save resources
– Washdown system utilizes eco-friendly releasing agents
– Cat Grade and Slope System optimizes mix delivery resulting in
lower costs, less usage, and smoother roads for longer life

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TOTAL CUSTOMER SUPPORT OFFERED BY ONE COMPANY.

Cat Dealers offer the highest level of support available. Whether it’s parts
support, application support, machine support, or financial support, we offer
it. Customer satisfaction continues to be our number one goal!

CAT DEALER SUPPORT

– Cat Financial Services to meet all of your business needs “UNTIL NOW, WE DIDN’T REALIZE WHAT
– 24 Hour Parts Support, get parts when and where you need them GOOD CUSTOMER SUPPORT WAS.”
– Project Consulting, optimize performance of your equipment
– Service Training, increase knowledge of machine components in ~ NEW CAT PAVING CUSTOMER
order to minimize downtime
– Paver Operator Training (P.O.T.), optimize machine performance

Optional Equipment

Auger and Mainframe Extensions Oscillating Push Roller

Auxiliary Power Panel Power Folding Front Apron
Cut-Off Shoe Power Mainframe Extensions
Decelerator Pedals Product Link
Ecological Washdown System and Hose Reel Screed Extensions
Feeder Sensor (Mechanical or Sonic) Tow-point Indicators (Upper)
Friction Steering (AP555E) Track Plow (AP555E)
Front Wheel Assist or All-Wheel Drive (AP500E) Truck Hitch
Grade and Slope Controls (Cat/Topcon) Umbrella
Hard Top Canopy Up-time Kit
High Intensity Discharge Lights (w/Canopy) Warning Beacon
Leveling Devices Wide Width Paving Packages
Lights (Working or Roading) Windshield (w/hard top canopy)
Mobil-Trac Undercarriage Belt; smooth/treadbar (AP555E)
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F J
G

K I

H
A C
B D
E

Dimensions
A Tractor length w/push roller 4.38 m (14' 4")
B Length with push roller and AS2252C screed w/walkway up 5.46 m (17' 11")
Length with push roller and AS2252C screed w/walkway down 5.80 m (19')
Length with push roller and AS3251C screed 6.11 m (20')
Length with push roller and AS4252C screed 5.75 m (18' 10")
C Wheel gauge width (outside to outside) 2.49 m (8' 2")
D Transport width with screed end gates (hopper raised) 2.72 m (8' 11")
Transport width without screed end gates (hopper raised) 2.50 m (8' 2")
E Tractor operating width (hopper lowered) 3.31 m (10' 10")
F Operating height 3.84 m (12' 7")
G Transport height with fumes stack and seat lowered 2.82 m (9' 3")
H Truck entry height (apron) 545 mm (21")
I Truck entry width 3.20 m (10' 6")
J Hopper length 1.96 m (6' 5")
K Deck Height 1.78 m (5' 10")

Weights Paving Range

AP500E Tractor only 12 590 kg (27,760 lb) w/AS2252C 1.88 m - 5.60 m (6' 2" - 18' 5")
AP500E Tractor w/canopy 12 945 kg (28,539 lb) w/AS3251C 1.83 m - 6.15 m (6' - 20' 2")
w/AS2252C* 15 290 kg (33,715 lb) w/AS4252C 2.55 m - 7.00 m (8' 2" - 23')
w/AS3251C* 15 520 kg (34,220 lb) Max Paving Depth 305 mm (12")
w/AS4252C ** 16 145 kg (35,594 lb)
* Weight without canopy
** Weight with canopy

Powertrain Miscellaneous
Cat C4.4 ACERT engine Max. throughput capacity 1087 tonnes/h (1,198 tons/h)
Gross Power (Imperial) 106 kW (142 hp) Hopper capacity* 6.2 m3 (219 ft3)
Gross Power (Metric) 106 kW (144 hp) Electrical system 24 V, 75A alternator
Fuel tank capacity 189 L (50 gal) Generator size 25 kW
Speeds:
Paving 61 mpm (200 fpm) * Includes tunnels
w/tamper bar screed 25 mpm (82 fpm)
Travel 16 km/hr (10 mph)
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 AP555E Paver Specifications

J
F
G
K I

A C
B D
E

Dimensions
A Tractor length w/push roller 4.38 m (14' 4")
B Length with push roller and AS2252C screed w/walkway up 5.46 m (17' 11")
Length with push roller and AS2252C screed w/walkway down 5.80 m (19')
Length with push roller and AS3251C screed 6.11 m (20')
Length with push roller and AS4251C screed 5.75 m (18' 10")
Length with push roller and AS4252C screed 5.75 m (18' 10")
C Track gauge width (outside to outside) 2.22 m (8' 3")
D Transport width with screed end gates (hopper raised) 2.72 m (8' 11")
Transport width without screed end gates (hopper raised) 2.50 m (8' 2")
E Tractor operating width (hopper lowered) 3.31 m (10' 10")
F Operating height 3.84 m (12' 7")
G Transport height with fumes stack and seat lowered 2.82 m (9' 3")
H Truck entry height (apron) 576 mm (23")
I Truck entry width 3.20 m (10' 6")
J Hopper length 1.96 m (6' 5")
K Deck Height 1.78 m (5' 10")

Weights Paving Range

AP555E Tractor only 12 590 kg (27,760 lb) w/AS2252C 1.88 m - 5.60 m (6' 2" - 18' 5")
AP555E Tractor w/canopy 12 945 kg (28,539 lb) w/AS3251C 1.83 m - 6.15 m (6' - 20' 2")
w/AS2252C* 16 005 kg (35,290 lb) w/AS4251C 2.55 m - 7.00 m (8' 2" - 23')
w/AS3251C* 16 240 kg (35,810 lb) w/AS4252C 2.55 m - 8.00 m (8' 2" - 26' 4")
w/AS4251C** 17 710 kg (39,044 lb) Max Paving Depth 305 mm (12")
w/AS4252C** 16 745 kg (36,916 lb)
* Weight without canopy
** Weight with canopy

Powertrain Miscellaneous
Cat C4.4 ACERT engine Max. throughput capacity 1087 tonnes/h (1,198 tons/h)
Gross Power (Imperial) 106 kW (142 hp) Hopper capacity* 6.2 m3 (219 ft3)
Gross Power (Metric) 106 kW (144 hp) Electrical system 24 V, 75A alternator
Fuel tank capacity 189 L (50 gal) Generator size 25 kW
Speeds:
Paving 61 mpm (200 fpm) * Includes tunnels
w/tamper bar screed 25 mpm (82 fpm)
Travel 11 km/hr (7 mph)
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AP500E and AP555E Paver

For more complete information on Cat products, dealer services, and industry QEHQ1480 (7/11)
solutions, visit us on the web at www.cat.com Replaces: QEHQ1428, QEHQ2135,
QEHQ1433, HEHG4361-01
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