At a glance
Key specifications
Overall dimensions
Measurement basis: North American Build 07A AP500, C4.4 Tier 4 Final, 17.5R25 tires and SE47 FM screed; shipping configuration. Height is to the steering wheel, not an upright canopy or beacon.
Precision visual reference
Dimensions and working range
Published measurements for the stated configuration. Illustration not to scale.
Overall Size
Measurement basis: North American Build 07A AP500, C4.4 Tier 4 Final, 17.5R25 tires and SE47 FM screed; shipping configuration. Height is to the steering wheel, not an upright canopy or beacon.
Working Range
Reference details
Visual visual:model-family:caterpillar:ap500:depth · revision 1 · generated 2026-09-08
Documented model generation; decorative reference illustration · Manufacturer North American reference
Canonical reference: heavyeq.ca/specs/asphalt-pavers/caterpillar/ap500/ · Printed from HeavyEQ.ca. Confirm the actual machine and current manufacturer documentation before transport or operation.
Year, generation & configuration
Model generation and configuration
- Generation / series
- AP500 Build 07A North America, SE47 FM; QEHQ2895-02 October 2022
- Applicable region
- Manufacturer North American reference
- Year handling
- Confirm the serial/PIN and production year when matching an individual machine to this reference.
Model identity
Model family, generation & status
- Model family
- Caterpillar AP500
- Generation / record
- AP500 Build 07A North America, SE47 FM; QEHQ2895-02 October 2022
- Product status
- Production status not confirmed — status checked September 2026
- Regional scope
- Manufacturer North American reference
No verified lineage relationship published. HeavyEQ reviewed first-party sources and did not force a predecessor or successor from model numbering.
Manufacturer North American reference
Verified specifications
Values retain their cited source, verification status and original publication basis. Imperial is presented first while manufacturer-published dual units and configuration context remain attached to every value.| Specification | Imperial | Metric | Standard / configuration | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shipping length — SE47 FM | 18 ft 6 in | 5,630 mm | North American Build 07A AP500, C4.4 Tier 4 Final, 17.5R25 tires and SE47 FM screed; shipping configuration. Height is to the steering wheel, not an upright canopy or beacon.Manufacturer verifiedSafety-sensitive value — verify the exact machine. | Caterpillar |
| Transport width (with end gates) | 8 ft 6 in | 2,590 mm | North American Build 07A AP500, C4.4 Tier 4 Final, 17.5R25 tires and SE47 FM screed; shipping configuration. Height is to the steering wheel, not an upright canopy or beacon.Manufacturer verifiedSafety-sensitive value — verify the exact machine. | Caterpillar |
| Transport height (steering wheel) | 9 ft 6 in | 2,890 mm | North American Build 07A AP500, C4.4 Tier 4 Final, 17.5R25 tires and SE47 FM screed; shipping configuration. Height is to the steering wheel, not an upright canopy or beacon.Manufacturer verifiedSafety-sensitive value — verify the exact machine. | Caterpillar |
| Operating length — SE47 FM | 19 ft 3 in | 5,865 mm | SE47 FM in operating arrangement.Manufacturer verifiedSafety-sensitive value — verify the exact machine. | Caterpillar |
| Operating width (hoppers lowered) | 10 ft 9 in | 3,281 mm | Hoppers lowered in operating position.Manufacturer verifiedSafety-sensitive value — verify the exact machine. | Caterpillar |
| Operating height (beacon) | 11 ft | 3,352 mm | Operating beacon position.Manufacturer verifiedSafety-sensitive value — verify the exact machine. | Caterpillar |
| Ground clearance | 7.8 in | 197 mm | North American Build 07A AP500, C4.4 Tier 4 Final, 17.5R25 tires and SE47 FM screed; shipping configuration. Height is to the steering wheel, not an upright canopy or beacon.Manufacturer verifiedSafety-sensitive value — verify the exact machine. | Caterpillar |
| Truck entry height (hopper) | 1 ft 9 in | 537 mm | North American Build 07A AP500, C4.4 Tier 4 Final, 17.5R25 tires and SE47 FM screed; shipping configuration. Height is to the steering wheel, not an upright canopy or beacon.Manufacturer verifiedSafety-sensitive value — verify the exact machine. | Caterpillar |
| Drive axle center to front idler | 7 ft 8 in | 2,338 mm | North American Build 07A AP500, C4.4 Tier 4 Final, 17.5R25 tires and SE47 FM screed; shipping configuration. Height is to the steering wheel, not an upright canopy or beacon.Manufacturer verified | Caterpillar |
| Maximum paving width — SE47 FM | 20 ft 6 in | 6.2 m | SE47 FM with extensions, QEHQ2895-02 technical sheet; confirm fitted extension package.Manufacturer verifiedSafety-sensitive value — verify the exact machine. | Caterpillar |
What the specifications mean
Shipping width includes end gates; operating width with lowered hoppers is wider. Keep the transport envelope separate from the clearance needed beside a delivery truck.
SE47 FM and SE47 V have different shipping and operating lengths. Confirm the installed screed before using an AP500 listing to plan a trailer or compare paving width.
Configuration intelligence
Configurations & specification differences
These observations are scoped to the cited generation and region. They are not a list of valid option combinations.
| Record | Verified observation | Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Reference configuration | North American Build 07A AP500, C4.4 Tier 4 Final, 17.5R25 tires and SE47 FM screed; shipping configuration. Height is to the steering wheel, not an upright canopy or beacon. | AP500 Build 07A North America, SE47 FM; QEHQ2895-02 October 2022Manufacturer North American reference |
A brochure configuration is not an individual marketplace machine. Serial/PIN and build information are required for exact verification.
Used AP500 inspection priorities
- Check screed identification, extension joints, heating zones and wear plates. Ask for a demonstration of crown and slope adjustment rather than relying on a tractor-only walkaround.
- Inspect tire condition, front bogies, material conveyors and auger wear; test hopper movement and verify that grade-control equipment included in the price functions.
Configuration-aware inspection: these checks are triggered by machine category, installed configuration and technology package. Brochure-listed technology must be physically present, active, licensed and calibrated on the used machine.
Hours, condition and ownership cost
Hours are context, not a condition grade. Duty cycle, idle time, maintenance evidence, wear-system measurements, structural repairs and installed technology should be evaluated together.
Cost drivers to model
- Price the screed refurbishment and control package alongside tractor hours. Uneven screed wear can change the value of two otherwise similar AP500 machines.
- Allow for the material supply, roller support and crew required by the intended paving width; maximum extension width is not a production guarantee.
Configuration
Equipment and configuration
Match the installed equipment to the serial-specific build record and the measurement basis shown above.
Configuration details to confirm
- Screed model
- Extensions
- Heating system
- Compaction arrangement
A model specification does not establish compatibility with a particular attachment or option.
Model-reference transport profile
Transport reference
Reference measurements retain their configuration and verification status. Confirm the actual transport setup before booking.
Measurement basis: North American Build 07A AP500, C4.4 Tier 4 Final, 17.5R25 tires and SE47 FM screed; shipping configuration. Height is to the steering wheel, not an upright canopy or beacon.
Reference specifications can differ from the actual configured machine. Confirm dimensions and weight before booking transportation.
Confirm or replace before a transport request
- actual weight
- actual travel length, width and height
- attachments and removable work tools
- bucket, blade, carriage or boom position
- loading condition
Source provenance
First-party sources and verification notes
Only manufacturer-authored records are linked publicly. Provisional measurements remain marked until a matching first-party record is confirmed.AP500 Build 07A North America, SE47 FM; QEHQ2895-02 October 2022
Manufacturer North American reference · official technical document · accessed September 8, 2026 · status: Manufacturer verified