1.2 Ton Mini Excavator - Direct from Manufacturer
Ideal for Orchard, Landscaping, Municipal Trenching
The CT12BP 1.2-ton mini excavator features a zero-tail swing design, making it perfect for working in narrow spaces. With powerful performance, flexible operation, and low fuel consumption, it is an ideal choice for orchards, greenhouses, and municipal engineering projects.
Brand-Name Engine: Delivering Robust Power and Reliable Performance
【Powerful Heart, Big Performance Despite Its Compact Size】
Don’t be fooled by its compact appearance! Equipped with a rugged Yanmar engine, rigorously tested millions of times, it delivers strong and durable power. Paired with an efficient hydraulic system, it offers high torque and exceptional digging force, tackling hard soil and soft mud with ease. Small yet powerful, its efficiency rivals that of medium-sized equipment, ensuring every drop of fuel is converted into impressive productivity.
Versatile Applications, Maximized Profit
【Quick-Attach Magic: One Machine for Countless Tasks】
It’s the ultimate "Swiss Army knife" on your jobsite. With optional quick-attach hydraulic interfaces, you can easily switch between multiple attachments in minutes without additional modifications:
Digging and trenching? It’s your go-to machine.
Breaking and demolishing? Attach a hydraulic breaker, and it becomes a demolition expert.
Drilling and piling? Fit a rotary drill, and it turns into a precise drilling tool.
Grabbing and moving? With a hydraulic grab, it handles scrap and steel effortlessly.
One machine equals a multi-functional construction team, expanding your service range and accelerating your return on investment.
Cost-Effective and Efficient, Your Ultimate Profit-Booster
【True Mastery Lies in Cost-Saving】
Low purchase cost, extremely low fuel consumption, and even lower transportation costs (easily towed by a small truck). Built to last with minimal downtime, it saves you expensive repair costs and maximizes your operational uptime. This isn’t just a piece of equipment—it’s a precision "profit-making machine," helping you achieve fast payback and sustained earnings with the lowest operating costs.
| Model | CT12BP | Model | CT12BP |
| Operating weight | 1.2 | G-Tail swing radius (mm) | 806 |
| Bucket capacity | 0.03 | H-Track ground length(mm) | 972 |
| Engine model | YANMAR 3TNV70 | J-Track length (mm) | 1296 |
| Rated power (kw/r/min) | 10.3/2200 | K-Track gauge (mm) | 670（870） |
| Maximum torque （N*m） | 47.6/1600 | L-Track width (mm) | 850-1050 |
| Engine displacement（L） | 0.854 | M-Track shoe width (mm) | 180 |
| Max.flow (L/min) | 17.6 | N-Turntable width (mm) | 850 |
| Working pressure (Mpa) | 17 | O-Max. digging height (mm) | 3018 |
| Fuel tank capacity (L) | 15 | P-Max. dumping height (mm) | 2039 |
| Hydraulic oil tank capacity (L) | 13 | Q-Max. digging depth (mm) | 1809 |
| Travel speed (km/h) | 1.5 | R-Max. vertical wall digging depth (mm) | 1593 |
| Swing speed (r/min) | 10.5 | T-Max. digging reach (mm) | 3439 |
| Max. climbing degree (%) | 58 | U-Max. digging reach at ground level (mm) | 3390 |
| Arm digging force | 6 | V-Min. swing radius (mm) | 1591 |
| Bucket digging force (KN) | 10 | X-Distance between center of rotation and tail length (mm) | 806 |
| Average grounding pressure (Kpa) | 33 | Z-Height of counterweight (mm) | 470 |
| A-Overall length (mm) | 3053 | A1-Ground length (in transportion)(mm) | 1560 |
| B-Overall width (mm) | 850/1050 | Arm length (mm) | 890 |
| C-Overall height (to top of boom)(mm) | 1035 | Boom length (mm) | 1500 |
| D-Overall height (to top of cab)(mm) | 2458 | Deflection angle left°/right° | 50°/70° |
| E-Counterweight ground clearance(mm) | 404 | Maximum dozing height/depth (mm) | 195/195 |
| F-Min. ground clearance (mm) | 120 | Dozer size width/height（mm） | 226/850(1050) |
Company Introduction
Frequently asked questions
What jobs can different tonnages of Caterpillar excavators do respectively?
Carter excavators come in a full range of models from 0.8 tons to 49 tons, suitable for various working scenarios. Small machines with a capacity of 0.8 to 2.6 tons are suitable for light and precise tasks such as community renovation, orchard trenching, and interior decoration demolition. Medium-sized machines with a capacity of 3.7 to 8 tons can be used for rural road construction, factory building, and farmland water conservancy improvement. Large machines weighing 13.5 tons or more can handle heavy operations such as quarrying in mines, highway construction, and loading and unloading in port logistics.
Can the configuration of the excavator be adjusted according to my needs?
Sure. If you have any special operation requirements, such as the need to replace different types of buckets (such as crushing buckets, log grabbing buckets), or adjust the parameters of the operation equipment, you can communicate with our sales team. We will assess the possibility of customization based on the technical specifications of the existing models and provide you with a suitable adjustment plan.
What conditions need to be met if one wants to act as an agent for Caterpillar excavators and how to apply?
If you want to become a Caterpillar agent, you need to have a certain amount of financial reserves, a fixed business location, and a team familiar with the sales and after-sales service of construction machinery. The application process is very simple. You can submit your cooperation intention through the contact entry on the official website. Our investment promotion specialist will get in touch with you as soon as possible and explain in detail the qualification review requirements and cooperation process.
After ordering a Caterpillar excavator, approximately how long will it take to receive the goods?
For regular models of excavators, after confirming the order and making the payment, the shipment can usually be arranged within 20 to 30 working days. If it is a model that requires customized configuration, the production cycle will be slightly longer. You can further confirm the specific delivery time with the sales consultant when placing your order.
