PL83 Pipelayer

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Engine Model
Cat® C15 ACERT™
Flywheel Power
319 hp
U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV: Net Power – ISO 9249
323 hp
U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA Equivalent: Net Power – ISO 9249
333 hp

Specs

Engine

Engine Model
Cat® C15 ACERT™
Flywheel Power
319hp
U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV: Net Power – ISO 9249
323hp
U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA Equivalent: Net Power – ISO 9249
333hp
Emissions
U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV
U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV - Net Power - ISO 9249
319HP
U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA Equivalent - Net Power - ISO 9249
329HP
Tier 4 Final/Stage IV: Engine Power (Maximum*) - SAE J1995
363HP
Tier 4 Final/Stage IV: Engine Power (Maximum*) - ISO 14396
359HP
Tier 4 Final/Stage IV: Engine Power (Maximum*) - ISO 14396 (DIN)
364HP
Tier 4 Final/Stage IV: Net Power (Rated**) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349
319HP
Tier 4 Final/Stage IV: Net Power (Rated**) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 (DIN)
323HP
Tier 4 Final/Stage IV: Net Power (Maximum*) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349
345HP
Tier 4 Final/Stage IV: Net Power (Maximum*) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 DIN
350HP
Tier 4 Final/Stage IV: Bore
5.4in
Tier 4 Final/Stage IV: Stroke
6.75in
Tier 4 Final/Stage IV: Displacement
928in³
Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent: Engine Power (maximum***) – SAE J1995
366hp
Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent: Engine Power (maximum***) – ISO 14396
361hp
Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent: Engine Power (maximum***) – ISO 14396 (DIN)
366hp
Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent: Net Power (rated****) – ISO 9249/SAE J1349
329hp
Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent: Net Power (rated****) – ISO 9249/SAE J1349 (DIN)
333hp
Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent: Net Power (maximum***) – ISO 9249/SAE J1349
343hp
Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent: Net Power (maximum***) – ISO 9249/SAE J1349 DIN
347hp
Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent: Bore
5.4in
Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent: Stroke
6.75in
Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent: Displacement
928in3
Note
*Maximum speed 1,700 rpm
Note
**Rated speed 1,900 rpm
Note
***Maximum speed 1,600 rpm
Note
****Rated speed 1,850 rpm
Engine Model
Cat C15
Flywheel Power
319HP
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
Note (1)
*Maximum speed 1,700 rpm
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 (3)
***Maximum speed 1,600 rpm
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.
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Bore
5.4in
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Displacement
928in³
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Engine Power (Maximum***) - ISO 14396
361HP
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Engine Power (Maximum***) - ISO 14396 (DIN)
366HP
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Engine Power (Maximum***) - SAE J1995
366HP
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Net Power (Maximum***) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349
343HP
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Net Power (Maximum***) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 DIN
347HP
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Net Power (Rated****) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349
329HP
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Net Power (Rated****) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 (DIN)
333HP
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Stroke
6.75in
Fuel Tank
109.6gal (US)
DEF Tank(1)
4.5gal (US)
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
333mhp
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Net Power (Rated Speed****) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 (DIN)
329HP

Undercarriage

Track Gauge
92in
Ground Contact Area
8215in2
Grouser Height
3in
Length of Track on Ground
12.2ft
Number of Carrier Rollers (each side)
1
Number of Rollers (each side)
9
Number of Shoes (each side)
48
Shoe Type
Moderate Service
Width - Standard Shoes
30in
Track Gauge
7.7ft
Ground Contact Area
8215in²
Grouser Height
3in
Length - Track on Ground
12.2ft
Number of Carrier Rollers - Each Side
1
Number of Rollers - Each Side
9
Number of Shoes - Each Side
48
Shoe Type
Moderate Service

Service Capacities

Fuel Tank
109.6gal
Cooling System
20.3gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank Oil
26.4gal (US)
Engine Crankcase - With Filter
11.4gal (US)
Final Drive - Each
3.4gal (US)
Power Train Oil System
50.2gal (US)
Diesel Engine Fluid (DEF)*
4.5gal
Recoil Spring Compartment
19.5gal
Winch Case (boom)
3gal
Winch Case (hook)
4gal
Note
*Tier 4 Final/Stage IV models only
Fuel Tank
109.6gal (US)
Diesel Engine Fluid (DEF)*
4.5gal (US)
Note
*Tier 4 Final/Stage IV models only
Recoil Spring Compartment
19.5gal (US)
Winch Case - Boom
3gal (US)
Winch Case - Hook
4gal (US)

Transmission

1 Forward
2.1mph
2 Forward
3.8mph
3 Forward
6.6mph
1 Reverse
2.8mph
2 Reverse
5mph
3 Reverse
8.8mph
Drawbar Pull - 1 Forward
148lbf
Drawbar Pull - 2 Forward
81lbf
Drawbar Pull - 3 Forward
44lbf
1 Forward
2.1mile/h
2 Forward
3.8mile/h
3 Forward
6.6mile/h
1 Reverse
2.8mile/h
2 Reverse
5mile/h
3 Reverse
8.8mile/h

Weights

Shipping Weight
85880lb
Operating Weight
111316lb
Shipping Weight
85880lb
Operating Weight
109000lb

Pipelayer Equipment

Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches – Hook: Hook Speed – Raise (6 part line)
72ft/min
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches – Boom: Boom and Cables, 8.53 m (28 ft)
205ft
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Hook: Drum Diameter
10in
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Hook: Flange Diameter
20in
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Hook: Drum Length
14in
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Hook: Wire Rope Diameter
0.75in
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Hook: Boom and Cables, 7.3 m (24 ft)
242.8ft
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Hook: Boom and Cables, 7.3 m (24 ft) Extended
242.8ft
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Hook: Boom and Cables, 8.53 m (28 ft)
282.8ft
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Hook: Boom and Cables, 8.53 m (28 ft) Extended
282.8ft
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Boom: Drum Diameter
10in
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Boom: Flange Diameter
20in
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Boom: Drum Length
14in
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Boom: Wire Rope Diameter
0.75in
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Boom: Boom and Cables, 7.3 m (24 ft)
180.5ft
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Boom: Boom and Cables, 7.3 m (24 ft) Extended
242.8ft
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Boom: Boom and Cables, 8.53 m (28 ft) Extended
282.8ft
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Boom: Boom and Cables, 8.53 m (28 ft)
205ft
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Hook: Hook Speed - Raise (6 part line)
72ft/min

Standards

Brakes
Brakes meet the International Standard ISO 10265:2008
ROPS
ROPS (Rollover Protection Structure) meets the International Standard ISO 3471:2008
Brakes
Brakes meet the International Standard ISO 10265:2008
ROPS
ROPS (Rollover Protection Structure) meets the International Standard ISO 3471:2008

Hydraulic System

Steering Pump Output (closed loop)
86.7gal/min
Counterweights - Gear
34.3gal/min
Implement Pump Output - Maximum - Closed Loop
83.8gal/min
Steering Pump Output - Closed Loop
86.7gal/min
Variable Charge Pump Output - Maximum - Open Loop
62.6gal/min
Fan Pump
35.7gal/min

Pipelaying Equipment

Lift Capacity
170000lb

Lift Capacity

Lift Capacity at Tipping Point - ISO 8813
170000lb

Operating Specifications

Lift Capacity at Tipping Point - ISO 8813
170000lb

Components

Total Removable Counterweight*
19233lb
Removable Counterweight (12 plates) Single Plate
1603lb
Upper Boom Block
246lb
Lower Boom Block
246lb
Load Block
350lb
Hook Block
387lb
Standard Boom
3148lb
Extended Boom
3458lb
Note
*Calculated with extended boom
Extended Boom
3458lb
Hook Block
387lb
Load Block
350lb
Lower Boom Block
246lb
Note
*Calculated with extended boom
Standard Boom
3148lb
Total Removable Counterweight*
17077lb
Upper Boom Block
246lb
Removable Counterweight (10 plates) Single Plate
1707.7lb

Dimensions (Approximate)

Track Gauge
7.7ft
Width of Tractor (standard shoes)
10.7ft
Width of Tractor (counterweight/boom removed)
12.7ft
Width of Tractor (counterweight retracted)
13.5ft
Width of Tractor (counterweight extended)
19.9ft
Machine Height (top of counterweight)
11.2ft
Length of Track on Ground
12.2ft
Operating Length
17.9ft
Height of Machine (Cab and ROPS)
11.6ft
Grouser Height
3.1in
Ground Clearance (per SAE J1234)
1.6ft
Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] overhang) 7.31 m (24 ft) boom
26.3ft
Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] overhang) 8.53 m (28 ft) boom
30.3ft
Drawbar Height
1.4ft
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
30.3ft
Drawbar - Height
1.4ft
Ground Clearance - SAE J1234
1.6ft
Grouser Height
3.1in
Height - Machine - Cab and ROPS
11.6ft
Length - Track on Ground
12.2ft
Machine Height - Top of Counterweight
11.2ft
Operating Length
17.9ft
Track Gauge
7.7ft
Width - Tractor - Counterweight Extended
19.9ft
Width - Tractor - Counterweight Retracted
13.5ft
Width - Tractor - Counterweight/Boom Removed
12.7ft
Width - Tractor - Standard Shoes
10.7ft
Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] Overhang) 6.1 m (20 ft) Boom
22.3ft

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.
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.

Dimensions

Width - Tractor - Standard Shoes
10.7ft

Features

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.
  • 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 powertrain 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.
  • 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 powertrain 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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