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 PL72 answers customer needs for increased lift capacity, enhanced slope capability, ease of operation, performance and transportability.
Engine Model Cat C9.3
Flywheel Power 211 HP
Lift Capacity 90000 lb
Net Power - Rated - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 211 HP
DEF Tank(1) 4.5gal (US)
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
Engine Model Cat C9.3
Flywheel Power 211HP
Fuel Tank 109.6gal (US)
Net Power - Rated - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 211HP
Net Power - Rated - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 (DIN) 214mhp
Note (1) Rated speed 2,000 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 (2) All non-road Tier 4 Interim and Final, Stage IIIB, Stage IV, Stage V, Japan 2014 and Korea Tier 4 Final diesel engines are required to use only ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD) fuels containing 15 ppm (mg/kg) sulfur or less. Biodiesel blends up to B20 (20%
Note (3) 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.
Lift Capacity 90000lb
Operating Weight 68945lb
Shipping Weight 59846lb
6.1 m (20 ft) Boom 2004lb
7.3 m (24 ft) Boom 2562lb
Ground Contact Area (ISO 16754) 8406in²
Ground Pressure (ISO 16754) 8.2psi
Shoe Width 30in
Track Gauge 90in
Track on Ground 10.7ft
Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] Overhang) 6.1 m (20 ft) Boom 22.24ft
Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] Overhang) 7.3 m (24 ft) Boom 26.28ft
Height - Machine - Cab and ROPS 11.25ft
Length - Track on Ground 12.17ft
Machine Height - Top of Counterweight 8.53ft
Track Gauge 7.51ft
Width - Tractor - Counterweight Extended 17.65ft
Width - Tractor - Counterweight Retracted 12.04ft
Width - Tractor - Counterweight/Boom Removed 11.88ft
Width - Tractor - Standard Shoes 10ft
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 and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
Cat C9.3 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.
Aftercooler, air-to-air (ATAAC)
High performance single plane cooling system
Coolant, extended life with protection to -37 C (-34F)
24V electric start
Zero speed hydraulic fan, reversing and hydraulically driven, electronically controlled
Filter, air with electronic service indicator
Final drives: Four double reduction planetary
Fuel priming pump, electric
Parking brake, electronic
Precleaner, strata-tube dust ejector
Prescreener
Starting aid, ether
Torque divider
Transmission, electronically controlled 3-speed Powershift
Wastegate turbocharger
Water separator
Rear Vision Camera
Armrest, adjustable
Deactivation switch, hydraulic controls
Advisor operator interface: Electronic monitoring system, Diagnostic service information, Operator preferences
ROPS
Decelerator pedal
Dual brake pedal
Seat belt, retractable
Load Moment Indicator (LMI)
Heater and ventilation
Differential steering control, with touch shift
Storage compartment
Block and hook with latch
Counterweights, extendible segmented
Winches, hydraulic actuated and electronically controlled
Alarm, backup
Batteries, four maintenance free heavy duty
Converter, 12V, 10 amp with one outlet
Horn, forward warning
Lights, two front, two rear
Starting receptacle
Machine disconnect switch
Machine diagnostic connector
Boom and counterweight limit switch
Carrier roller
Track roller frames
Hydraulic track adjusters
Master links, two piece
Non-suspended undercarriage
Rollers and idlers, lifetime lubricated
Sprocket rim segments, replaceable
Track guiding guards
Medium service grouser 760 mm (30 in) Sealed and lubricated track (48 section)
Bumper, front with towing device
Drawbar, heavy duty
Ecology drains: Engine oil, coolant, hydraulic oil, torque converter, fuel tank, power train case and transmission
Enclosures, perforated engine
Hood, perforated
Bottom guards, hinged
Guard, hinged radiator
Hydraulics, independent steering and work tool pumps
Hydraulic system, electronically activated for hook, boom and counterweight control
Oil cooler, hydraulic
Product Link ready
S-O-S sampling ports
Steering, electronically controlled power differential
Vandalism protection for fluid compartments
Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
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
Arctic rollers
Standard rollers
Product Link
Boom and cables 6.1 m (20 ft)
Boom and cables 7.3 m (24 ft)
CE Certification