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Pipelayers
PL87 Pipelayer
Engine Model
93.0 hp
Cat C15
Flywheel Power
319 HP
Lift Capacity
216,000 lb
THIS IS MY SELECT
backhoe loader
PL87 Pipelayer
Engine Model
93.0 hp
Cat C15
Flywheel Power
319 HP
Lift Capacity
216,000 lb
Specifications
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.
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Engine Model
93.0 in
93.0 mm
Cat C15
Flywheel Power
319 HP
238 kW
Tier 4 Final/Stage V: Net Power (Rated Speed**) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349
319 HP
238 kW
Tier 4 Final/Stage V: Net Power (Rated Speed**) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 (DIN)
323 mhp
323 mhp
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Net Power (Rated Speed****) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 (DIN)
333 mhp
333 mhp
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Net Power (Rated Speed****) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349
329 HP
245 kW
Emissions
93.0 in
93.0 mm
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
109.6 gal (US)
415 l
DEF Tank(1)
4.5 gal (US)
17 l
Note (2)
93.0 in
93.0 mm
**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)
93.0 in
93.0 mm
****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.
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Lift Capacity
216,000 lb
97,976 kg
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Operating Weight
121,795 lb
55,246 kg
Shipping Weight
90,600 lb
41,096 kg
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Removable Counterweight (14 plates) Single Plate
1,708 lb
775 kg
Total Removable Counterweight*
23,908 lb
10,844 kg
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Track Gauge
8.3 ft
2.54 m
Length - Track on Ground
12.2 ft
3.72 m
Ground Contact Area
9,920.1 in²
6.4 m²
Width - Standard Shoes
34 in
864 mm
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Width - Tractor - Standard Shoes
12.7 ft
3.86 m
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Width - Tractor - Counterweight Extended
20.8 ft
6.34 m
Width - Tractor - Counterweight Retracted
14.2 ft
4.32 m
Width - Tractor - Counterweight/Boom Removed
13.3 ft
4.06 m
Machine Height - Top of Counterweight
11.2 ft
3.4 m
Height - Machine - Cab and ROPS
11.6 ft
3.53 m
Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] Overhang) 6.1 m (20 ft) Boom
22.3 ft
6.78 m
Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] Overhang) 7.3 m (24 ft) Boom
26.3 ft
8.02 m
Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] Overhang) 8.5 m (28 ft) Boom
30.4 ft
9.25 m
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Air Conditioning
93.0 in
93.0 mm
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.
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NOTE
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POWER TRAIN
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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
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24V electric start
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Aftercooler, air-to-air (ATAAC)
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Coolant, extended life with protection to -37 C (-34 F)
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Filter, air with electronic service indicator
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Final drives: Four double reduction planetary
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Fuel priming pump, electric
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High performance single plane cooling system
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Parking brake, electronic
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Precleaner, strata-tube dust ejector
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Prescreener
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Starting aid, ether
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Torque divider
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Transmission, electronically controlled 3-speed Powershift
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Turbocharger, wastegate
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Water separator
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Zero speed hydraulic fan, reversing and hydraulically driven, electronically controlled
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OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
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Rear Vision Camera
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Load Moment Indicator (LMI)
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Advisor operator interface: Electronic monitoring system, Diagnostic service information, Operator preferences
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Armrest, adjustable
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Deactivation switch, hydraulic controls
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Decelerator pedal
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Differential steering control, with touch shift
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Dual brake pedal
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Heater and ventilation
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ROPS
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Seat belt, retractable
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Storage compartment
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PIPELAYING EQUIPMENT
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Block and hook with latch
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Counterweights, extendible segmented
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Winches, hydraulic actuated and electronically controlled
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UNDERCARRIAGE
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Carrier roller
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Hydraulic track adjusters
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Master links, two piece
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Medium service grouser 760 mm (30 in): Sealed and lubricated track (48 section)
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Non-suspended undercarriage
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Rollers and idlers, lifetime lubricated
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Sprocket rim segments, replaceable
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Track guiding guards
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Track roller frames
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ELECTRICAL
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Alarm, backup
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Batteries, four maintenance free heavy duty
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Boom and counterweight limit switch
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Converter, 12V, 10 amp with one outlet
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Horn, forward warning
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Lights, two front, two rear
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Machine diagnostic connector
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Machine disconnect switch
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Starting receptacle
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OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
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Bottom guards, hinged
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Bumper, front with towing device
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Ecology drains: Engine oil, Coolant, Hydraulic oil, Torque converter, Fuel tank, Power train case and transmission
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Enclosures, perforated engine
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Guard, hinged radiator
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Hood, perforated
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Hydraulic system, electronically activated for hook, boom and counterweight control
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Hydraulics, independent steering and work tool pumps
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Oil cooler, hydraulic
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Product Link ready
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S-O-S sampling ports
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Steering, electronically controlled power differential
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Vandalism protection for fluid compartments
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ROPS
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NOTE
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OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
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Cab with air conditioning, heat and 150 amp alternator
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OROPS with heat and 150 amp alternator
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Cloth air seat
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Deluxe seat
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Vinyl seat
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Heated seat
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UNDERCARRIAGE
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Arctic rollers
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Standard rollers
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TECHNOLOGY PRODUCTS
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PIPELAYING EQUIPMENT
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Boom and cables 6.1 m (20 ft)
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Boom and cables 7.3 m (24 ft)
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Boom and cables 8.5 m (28 ft)
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OTHER OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
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CE Certification
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ROPS
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