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PL61
PL61 Pipelayer
Two PL61 Pipelayers laying pipe
PL61 Pipelayer counterweight helps keep the machine balanced
PL61 Pipelayer is purpose-built for pipe line work
PL61 Pipelayer ready to head to the pipe line
PL61 Pipelayer on a pipe line site
PL61 Pipelayer has excellent slope capability
PL61
Pipelayers
The PL61 is part of a full line of purpose-built Cat® pipe layers 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 Model
Cat C4.4
Flywheel Power
130 hp/97 kW
Net Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249
130 hp/97 kW
Net Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249 (DIN)
132 hp/132 hp
Key Features
BUILT TO PERFORM 
OPERATOR COMFORT AND CONTROL
TOP-TIER SERVICE AND SUPPORT
BUILT-IN SAFETY FEATURES
Specifications
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Imperial
Engine 
Engine Model
Cat C4.4
Flywheel Power
130 hp
97 kW
Net Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249
130 hp
97 kW
Net Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249 (DIN)
132 hp
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
69 gal (US)
260 l
DEF Tank(1)
5 gal (US)
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
40000 lb
18144 kg
Weights - Operating Weight
Cab, 560 mm (22 in) Shoes(1)
39890 lb
18090 kg
Cab, 560 mm (22 in) Shoes
40060 lb
18170 kg
Cab, 760 mm (30 in) Shoes(1)
40920 lb
18560 kg
Cab, 760 mm (30 in) Shoes
41095 lb
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)
39890 lb
18090 kg
Cab, 560 mm (22 in) Shoes
40060 lb
18170 kg
Cab, 760 mm (30 in) Shoes(1)
40920 lb
18560 kg
Cab, 760 mm (30 in) Shoes
41095 lb
18640 kg
Note
(1) Machines equipped with Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emissions reduction technology.
Undercarriage
Track Gauge
79 in
2000 mm
Track on Ground
104 in
2645 mm
Ground Contact Area - LGP
6920 in²
4.46 m²
Ground Contact Area - Narrow
5100 in²
3.29 m²
Ground Pressure(1) - LGP
5.9 psi
40.8 kPa
Ground Pressure(1) - Narrow
7.8 psi
53.9 kPa
Ground Pressure - LGP
6.3 psi
40.9 kPa
Ground Pressure - Narrow
7.9 psi
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
109 in
2760 mm
Width - Tractor - With 560 mm [22 in] Shoes
101 in
2560 mm
Width - Counterweight Extended
187 in
4750 mm
Width - Tractor - Counterweight Retracted
128 in
3240 mm
Width - Tractor - Counterweight/Boom Removed
126 in
3190 mm
Track Gauge
79 in
2000 mm
Operating Length
151 in
3850 mm
Length - Track on Ground
104 in
2645 mm
Machine Height - Tip of Winch
101 in
2570 mm
Height of Machine from Tip of Grouser to Top of Stack(1)
112 in
2850 mm
Height - Top of ROPS: Canopy/Cab
118 in
2985 mm
Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] overhang)
245 in
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.
Equipment
Standard Equipment
Optional Equipment
