At a glance data:
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
Overview
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 durable and dependable machines. Cat Pipelayers are purpose-built to meet the unique demands of pipeline customers. And like every Cat machine, Pipelayers are designed for long life, serviceability and rebuild capability to help keep owning and operating costs low. The PL87 answers customer needs for increased lift capacity, enhanced slope capability, ease of operation, performance and transportability.
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 (DIN):
333mhp
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Net Power (Rated Speed****) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349:
329hp
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.
Standard Equipment
note
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
power train
- Cat C15 diesel engine: Electronic Unit Injection (EUI) Aftertreatment Meets Tier 4 Final/Stage V or Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent emission standards, depending on region of sale
- 24V electric start
- Aftercooler, air-to-air (ATAAC)
- Coolant, extended life with protection to -37 C (-34 F)
- Filter, air with electronic service indicator
- Final drives: Four double reduction planetary
- Fuel priming pump, electric
- High performance single plane cooling system
- Parking brake, electronic
- Precleaner, strata-tube dust ejector
- Prescreener
- Starting aid, ether
- Torque divider
- Transmission, electronically controlled 3-speed Powershift
- Turbocharger, wastegate
- Water separator
- Zero speed hydraulic fan, reversing and hydraulically driven, electronically controlled
operator environment
- Rear Vision Camera
- Load Moment Indicator (LMI)
- Advisor operator interface: Electronic monitoring system, Diagnostic service information, Operator preferences
- Armrest, adjustable
- Deactivation switch, hydraulic controls
- Decelerator pedal
- Differential steering control, with touch shift
- Dual brake pedal
- Heater and ventilation
- ROPS
- Seat belt, retractable
- Storage compartment
pipelaying equipment
- Block and hook with latch
- Counterweights, extendible segmented
- Winches, hydraulic actuated and electronically controlled
undercarriage
- Carrier roller
- Hydraulic track adjusters
- Master links, two piece
- Medium service grouser 760 mm (30 in): Sealed and lubricated track (48 section)
- Non-suspended undercarriage
- Rollers and idlers, lifetime lubricated
- Sprocket rim segments, replaceable
- Track guiding guards
- Track roller frames
electrical
- Alarm, backup
- Batteries, four maintenance free heavy duty
- Boom and counterweight limit switch
- Converter, 12V, 10 amp with one outlet
- Horn, forward warning
- Lights, two front, two rear
- Machine diagnostic connector
- Machine disconnect switch
- Starting receptacle
other standard equipment
- Bottom guards, hinged
- Bumper, front with towing device
- Ecology drains: Engine oil, Coolant, Hydraulic oil, Torque converter, Fuel tank, Power train case and transmission
- Enclosures, perforated engine
- Guard, hinged radiator
- Hood, perforated
- Hydraulic system, electronically activated for hook, boom and counterweight control
- Hydraulics, independent steering and work tool pumps
- Oil cooler, hydraulic
- Product Link ready
- S-O-S sampling ports
- Steering, electronically controlled power differential
- Vandalism protection for fluid compartments
- ROPS
Optional Equipment
note
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
operator environment
- Cab with air conditioning, heat and 150 amp alternator
- OROPS with heat and 150 amp alternator
- Cloth air seat
- Deluxe seat
- Vinyl seat
- Heated seat
undercarriage
- Arctic rollers
- Standard rollers
technology products
- Product Link
pipelaying equipment
- Boom and cables 6.1 m (20 ft)
- Boom and cables 7.3 m (24 ft)
- Boom and cables 8.5 m (28 ft)
other optional equipment
- CE Certification
- ROPS
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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
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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