Pipelayers

  • Specification Summary

  • Engine Model Cat C4.4
  • Flywheel Power 97 kW
  • Net Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249 130 HP
  • Net Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249 (DIN) 132 HP
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The PL61 is part of a full line of purpose-built Cat pipelayers designed for performance, safety and serviceability. Easy transport width, combined with the experienced support of the Cat dealer network, means this key pipe line equipment is available when and where you need it.

Engine

Engine Model Cat C4.4
Flywheel Power 97 kW
Net Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249 130 HP
Net Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249 (DIN) 132 HP
Cat C4.4 Emissions U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV/Korea Tier 4 Final
Cat C7.1 Emissions China Nonroad Stage III, equivalent to Tier 3/Stage IIIA
Fuel Tank 260 l
DEF Tank(1) 19 l
Note (1) All nonroad Tier 4 Final, Stage IV and Korea Tier 4 Final diesel engines are required to use only Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) with 15 ppm (mg/kg) of sulfur or less, or up to B20 biodiesel blended with ULSD. B20 should meet ASTM D7467 specification (biodiesel blend stock should meet Cat biodiesel spec, ASTM D6751 or EN 14214). Cat DEO-ULS™ or oils that meet the Cat ECF-3, API CJ-4, and ACEA E9 specification are required. Consult your OMM for further machine specific fuel recommendations.
Note (2) Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) used in Cat Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) systems must meet the requirements outlined in the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standard 22241.
Note (3) (1) Machines equipped with Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emissions reduction technology.

Pipelaying Equipment

Lift Capacity 18144 kg

Weights - Operating Weight

Cab, 560 mm (22 in) Shoes(1) 18090 kg
Cab, 560 mm (22 in) Shoes 18170 kg
Cab, 760 mm (30 in) Shoes(1) 18560 kg
Cab, 760 mm (30 in) Shoes 18640 kg
Note (1) Machines equipped with Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emissions reduction technology.

Weights - Shipping Weight

Cab, 560 mm (22 in) Shoes(1) 17040 kg
Cab, 560 mm (22 in) Shoes 17110 kg
Cab, 760 mm (30 in) Shoes(1) 17510 kg
Cab, 760 mm (30 in) Shoes 17590 kg
Note (1) Machines equipped with Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emissions reduction technology.

Undercarriage

Track Gauge 2000 mm
Track on Ground 2645 mm
Ground Contact Area - LGP 4.46 m²
Ground Contact Area - Narrow 3.29 m²
Ground Pressure(1) - LGP 40.8 kPa
Ground Pressure(1) - Narrow 53.9 kPa
Ground Pressure - LGP 40.9 kPa
Ground Pressure - Narrow 54 kPa
Number of Shoes/Rollers - Each Side 40/8
Track Shoe Width - Narrow/LGP 560/760 mm (22/30 in)
Note (1) Machines equipped with Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emissions reduction technology.

Dimensions

Width - Tractor - With 760 mm [30 in] Shoes 2760 mm
Width - Tractor - With 560 mm [22 in] Shoes 2560 mm
Width - Counterweight Extended 4750 mm
Width - Tractor - Counterweight Retracted 3240 mm
Width - Tractor - Counterweight/Boom Removed 3190 mm
Track Gauge 2000 mm
Operating Length 3850 mm
Length - Track on Ground 2645 mm
Machine Height - Tip of Winch 2570 mm
Height of Machine from Tip of Grouser to Top of Stack(1) 2850 mm
Height - Top of ROPS: Canopy/Cab 2985 mm
Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] overhang) 6220 mm

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 1.3 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.859 metric tons.