PL87 Pipelayer
Cat Pipelayers have been the standard of the pipeline industry for decades. A worldwide network of Cat dealers, in tune with the special high production needs of pipeliners, supports these ...
Engine
- Engine Model
- Cat C15
- Flywheel Power
- 319HP
- Tier 4 Final/Stage V: Net Power (Rated Speed**) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349
- 319HP
- Tier 4 Final/Stage V: Net Power (Rated Speed**) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 (DIN)
- 323mhp
- Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Net Power (Rated Speed****) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349
- 329HP
- Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Net Power (Rated Speed****) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 (DIN)
- 333mhp
- Emissions
- U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V/Korea Tier 4 Final or UN ECE R96 Stage IIIA equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA
- Fuel Tank
- 109.6gal (US)
- DEF Tank(1)
- 4.5gal (US)
- Note (2)
- **Rated speed 1,900 rpm. Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler, and alternator. Net power is tested per ISO 9249:2007 and SAE J1349:2011.
- Note (4)
- ****Rated speed 1,850 rpm. Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler, and alternator. Net power is tested per ISO 9249:2007 and SAE J1349:2011.
Pipelaying Equipment
- Lift Capacity
- 216000lb
Weights
- Operating Weight
- 121795lb
- Shipping Weight
- 90600lb
Components
- Removable Counterweight (14 plates) Single Plate
- 1708lb
- Total Removable Counterweight*
- 23908lb
Undercarriage
- Track Gauge
- 8.3ft
- Length - Track on Ground
- 12.2ft
- Ground Contact Area
- 9920.1in²
- Width - Standard Shoes
- 34in
Dimensions
- Width - Tractor - Standard Shoes
- 12.7ft
Dimensions (Approximate)
- Width - Tractor - Counterweight Extended
- 20.8ft
- Width - Tractor - Counterweight Retracted
- 14.2ft
- Width - Tractor - Counterweight/Boom Removed
- 13.3ft
- Machine Height - Top of Counterweight
- 11.2ft
- Height - Machine - Cab and ROPS
- 11.6ft
- Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] Overhang) 6.1 m (20 ft) Boom
- 22.3ft
- Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] Overhang) 7.3 m (24 ft) Boom
- 26.3ft
- Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] Overhang) 8.5 m (28 ft) Boom
- 30.4ft
Air Conditioning System
- Air Conditioning
- The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 2.5 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 3.575 metric tonnes.
Built to Perform
- Integrated power train with differential steering and updated hydraulic system work together to provide power and improved machine maneuverability for any pipelayer application.
- Electro-hydraulics offer greater response and precise control to variable speed motors of the heavy duty winch for greater machine productivity.
- Counterweight profile improves lift capacity.
- Differential steering maintains full power to both tracks for best-in class turning even with a loaded boom, increasing maneuverability in tight locations.
- Improved machine center of gravity and lengthened track-roller frame with repositioned rear idler places more track on the ground, enhancing slope capability.
Because Uptime Counts
- Equipped with Product Link™ which enables remote monitoring, improving overall fleet management effectiveness.
- Full left-side engine serviceability, including fill tube, dipstick, air cleaner, fuel filters, oil filter and coolant level check allows for quick and efficient routine service.
- High speed oil change is standard and makes servicing even faster.
- Hydraulic and power train filters and fuel tank drain are located at rear of machine and are conveniently serviceable from ground level.
- Pressure taps are placed within hydraulic system to allow for quick monitoring.
- Major components like the engine, transmission, and final drives are modular for quicker removal during service, saving cost and downtime.
Designed for Operators
- Implement joystick places all pipelayer implement controls and functionality in one hand.
- Low-effort, ergonomically designed and positioned control handle allows simultaneous, precise positioning of load line, boom, and extendible counterweight.
- Dual brake pedal controls provide enhanced maneuverability and steering control.
- Planetary differential steering contributes to superior maneuverability in tight areas of operation as well as enhanced slope capability.
Work in Comfort
- Quieter, pressurized cab with heated/ventilated seat option improves operator comfort and productivity.
- Ergonomically designed seat is positioned for greater visibility to work area and convenient access to machine control lever, switches and pedals.
Built-In Safety Features
- Load Moment Indicator (LMI) is standard.
- Convenient steps, handles and guardrail provide safe access/egress.
- Enlarged roof top window with retractable shade, additional mirrors, and angled door improves visibility to the trench, boom and blocks.
- Standard operator presence detection system allows machine to idle when operator is not seated, but locks out power train to avoid unintentional movement.
- Rear vision camera is standard, and two additional cameras can be added as an option to further enhance visibility around the machine.
