Kato AS 12 Skid Steer Open Cab

Description

The Kato AS-12 is a compact, rubber-tire skid steer loader powered by a 21 HP Yanmar 3TNV76 diesel engine turning at 2,500 RPM. It carries an SAE-rated operating load of 728 lbs (330 kg) and generates 1,658 lbs (752 kg) of bucket breakout force, with a dump height of 6’8″ (2.03 m). At an operating weight of 2,955 lbs (1,340 kg), it works where larger machines can’t fit.

Pilot-operated joystick controls handle the hydraulics, which run at 2,610 PSI with 7.4 GPM of auxiliary flow for attachments. The water-cooled engine sips 1.26 gal/hr (4.77 L/hr), and the 5.3-gallon (20.1 L) fuel tank supports long shifts. Maximum travel speed reaches 4.35 mph (7.0 km/h), and the standard bucket holds 13.06 cu/ft (0.37 m3). Tipping load at 50% is rated 1,455 lbs (660 kg).

The AS-12 uses a straightforward design that any experienced operator can run from the first hour, with no complex systems to learn. It ships in an open cab configuration for outdoor visibility and ventilation. Kato CES stocks parts in the U.S. through its dealer network, so service turnaround stays short. New equipment, available now at 4 Corners Equipment in Farmington, NM.

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Key Features

• Pilot-Operated Joystick Controls: Low-effort hydraulic control reduces operator fatigue across long shifts.
• 21 HP Yanmar Diesel: The proven 3TNV76 engine delivers reliable power while burning just 1.26 gal/hr.
• Compact Rubber-Tire Design: 23-8.50×12 tires navigate tight spaces without tracking damage across finished surfaces.
• Strong Breakout Force: 1,658 lbs of bucket breakout force lets you dig and lift heavy material.
• 728 lb SAE Load Capacity: Rated to the SAE 35% standard for dependable real-world lifting.
• 6’8″ Dump Height: Loads trucks and dumpsters efficiently without extra repositioning.
• Water-Cooled Engine: Consistent thermal management supports all-day operation.
• Open Cab Configuration: Clear visibility and open ventilation suit outdoor and agricultural work.
• 2,610 PSI Hydraulics: 7.4 GPM auxiliary flow drives a range of powered attachments.
• Simple, Operator-Friendly Design: No overcomplicated systems, so any qualified operator gets productive quickly.
• U.S.-Stocked Parts: Kato CES keeps parts inventory stateside for fast service turnaround and less downtime.
• 4.35 mph Travel Speed: Agile ground speed keeps the machine moving between work areas.

Specifications

• Operating Weight: 2,955 lbs (1,340 kg)
• Transportation Weight: 2,778 lbs (1,260 kg)
• SAE Load Capacity (35%): 728 lbs (330 kg)
• Tipping Load (50%): 1,455 lbs (660 kg)
• Bucket Breakout Force: 1,658 lbs (752 kg)
• Maximum Travel Speed: 0 – 4.35 mph (0 – 7.0 km/h)
• Dump Height: 6’8″ (2.03 m)
• Engine: Yanmar 3TNV76, 21 HP / 2,500 RPM
• Cooling: Water cooled
• Fuel Consumption: 1.26 gal/hr (4.77 L/hr)
• Hydraulic Pressure: 2,610 PSI
• Auxiliary Flow: 7.4 GPM (28.0 L/min)
• Tires: 23 – 8.50 x 12
• Fuel Tank: 5.3 gallons (20.1 L)
• Standard Bucket Capacity: 13.06 cu/ft (0.37 m3)

Applications

• Urban construction and interior demolition in confined spaces
• Landscaping, hardscaping, and site preparation
• Agricultural barn clean-out, feed handling, and light grading
• Nursery and greenhouse material handling
• Utility work in tight corridors where track machines can’t operate
• Golf course maintenance and turf-sensitive environments

Why Kato?

• 🏭 Manufacturing Since 1895: Kato Works has built equipment in Japan for well over a century.
• 🇺🇸 30+ Years in North America: Kato CES has distributed Kato compact equipment across the continent for over 30 years.
• 👨‍👩‍👧 Family-Owned Distributor: Kato CES is family-owned and operated, with a reputation for expertise and integrity.
• 📦 U.S. Parts Inventory: Parts are stocked stateside through a nationwide dealer network, avoiding overseas shipment delays.
• 🛠️ Dealer Support Network: Kato equipment is supported through a nationwide dealer network that keeps machines running after the sale.

Why Choose the Kato AS 12 Skid Steer Open Cab?

The Kato AS-12 is intentionally simple, built to work rather than to fill a spec sheet. That simplicity means any qualified operator gets productive fast, and it means fewer systems that can go wrong. Where other skid steers trade maneuverability for raw capacity, the AS-12 works in the tight spaces larger machines leave behind, backed by U.S.-stocked parts and real dealer support long after the sale.

Ready to put the Kato AS-12 to work on your next job? Talk to our team at 4 Corners Equipment today.