PL61 Pipelayer

OVERVIEW

BENEFITS

FEATURES AT A GLANCE

BUILT TO PERFORM

18 ton (40,000 lb.) lift capacity with side boom.
Easy transport width at 3240 mm (128 in).
More robust fuel system with advanced filtration to better withstand poor fuel conditions (engines equivalent to Tier 3/Stage IIIA).
Cold weather package provides added features for cab comfort and more reliable engine starting/performance in cold environments.

OPERATOR COMFORT AND CONTROL

Hystat transmission, faster steering response for superior maneuverability on the pipeline.
Choice of narrow or wide tracks to optimize for job site ground conditions.
Durability in rough terrain with heavy duty undercarriage.
Ergonomically designed right joystick places all boom, hook and counterweight function conveniently in one hand.
Comfortable cab with air suspension seat, ergonomic controls and excellent visibility.
Improved heating/ventilation/air conditioning system that better circulates around the operator using a canopy machine.

TOP-TIER SERVICE AND SUPPORT

Worldwide Cat dealer network understands pipeline job site needs for outstanding support, even in remote areas.
Purpose-built pipelayer gives you a single source for parts and service on all components.
Easy access to grouped maintenance and diagnostic points.
Simplified cable replacement – no need to thread through hood.
Updated cooling package allows more air flow, reducing fan speed for greater efficiency.
Hydraulic demand fan automatically reduces fan speed in cooler conditions to help save fuel.
Hydraulic reversing fan offers automatic or manual modes and changes direction to blow debris out of the radiator cores.
Equipped with Product Link™ which enables remote monitoring, improving overall fleet management effectiveness.

BUILT-IN SAFETY FEATURES

Rear vision camera, with dedicated display, adds to visibility for greater safety.
Load Monitor Indicator (LMI) delivered with the machine for simple installation of load monitor system on the job site.
Quick drop release function now common with other Cat pipelayer models for added ease of use.
Rear window exit now common across Cat pipelayer product line.
Factory integrated Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) helps protect operators and machine in case of rollover.

SPECIFICATIONS

Engine Model Cat C4.4
Flywheel Power 97kW130hp
Net Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249 97kW130hp
Net Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249 (DIN) 132hp132hp
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 260l69gal (US)
DEF Tank(1) 19l5gal (US)
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.
Lift Capacity 18144kg40000lb
Cab, 560 mm (22 in) Shoes(1) 18090kg39890lb
Cab, 560 mm (22 in) Shoes 18170kg40060lb
Cab, 760 mm (30 in) Shoes(1) 18560kg40920lb
Cab, 760 mm (30 in) Shoes 18640kg41095lb
Note (1) Machines equipped with Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emissions reduction technology.
Cab, 560 mm (22 in) Shoes(1) 17040kg37570lb
Cab, 560 mm (22 in) Shoes 17110kg37720lb
Cab, 760 mm (30 in) Shoes(1) 17510kg38600lb
Cab, 760 mm (30 in) Shoes 17590kg38780lb
Note (1) Machines equipped with Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emissions reduction technology.
Track Gauge 2000mm79in
Track on Ground 2645mm104in
Ground Contact Area - LGP 4.46m²6920in²
Ground Contact Area - Narrow 3.29m²5100in²
Ground Pressure(1) - LGP 40.8kPa5.9psi
Ground Pressure(1) - Narrow 53.9kPa7.8psi
Ground Pressure - LGP 40.9kPa6.3psi
Ground Pressure - Narrow 54kPa7.9psi
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.
Width - Tractor - With 760 mm [30 in] Shoes 2760mm109in
Width - Tractor - With 560 mm [22 in] Shoes 2560mm101in
Width - Counterweight Extended 4750mm187in
Width - Tractor - Counterweight Retracted 3240mm128in
Width - Tractor - Counterweight/Boom Removed 3190mm126in
Track Gauge 2000mm79in
Operating Length 3850mm151in
Length - Track on Ground 2645mm104in
Machine Height - Tip of Winch 2570mm101in
Height of Machine from Tip of Grouser to Top of Stack(1) 2850mm112in
Height - Top of ROPS: Canopy/Cab 2985mm118in
Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] overhang) 6220mm245in
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.