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PL83 Pipelayer

At a glance data:

Engine Model:
Cat C15
Flywheel Power:
319hp
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
PL83 Pipelayer
PL83 Pipelayer
PL83 Pipelayer in the pipe line right of way
PL83 Pipelayer carrying pipe
PL83 Pipelayer works in a line to install pipe
PL83 Pipelayer carrying pipe in Argentina
PL83 Pipelayer has a comfortable, spacious cab with great visibility
Pipe layer block holder gives you convenient storage of the block set during transport.
Pipe layer counterweight rod holder provides convenient storage when counterweights are removed for transport.
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Overview

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 PL83 answers customer needs for increased lift capacity, enhanced slope capability, ease of operation, performance and transportability.

Category:
Pipelayers

Brand:
Caterpillar

Engine

Engine Model:
Cat C15
Flywheel Power:
319hp
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
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
Fuel Tank:
109.6gal (US)
DEF Tank(1):
4.5gal (US)
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 (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.

Pipelaying Equipment

Lift Capacity:
170000lb

Weights

Operating Weight:
109000lb
Shipping Weight:
85880lb

Components

Removable Counterweight (10 plates) Single Plate:
1707.7lb
Total Removable Counterweight*:
17077lb

Undercarriage

Track Gauge:
7.7ft
Length - Track on Ground:
12.2ft
Ground Contact Area:
8215in²
Width - Standard Shoes:
30in

Dimensions

Width - Tractor - Standard Shoes:
10.7ft

Dimensions (Approximate)

Width - Tractor - Counterweight Extended:
19.9ft
Width - Tractor - Counterweight Retracted:
13.5ft
Width - Tractor - Counterweight/Boom Removed:
12.7ft
Machine Height - Top of Counterweight:
11.2ft
Height - Machine - Cab and ROPS:
11.6ft
Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] Overhang) 6.1 m (20 ft) Boom:
22.3ft
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

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.

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

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