Structure Engineered and manufactured to provide durability in the most demanding work. More >> link

Power Train The 3176C engine, matched with the torque divider and field proven power shift transmission, provides years of dependable service. More >> link

Drive Train Rugged, durable, and reliable components deliver smooth, responsive power and lasting reliability. More >> link

Finger Tip Control Finger Tip Control (FTC) combines steering, machine direction and gear selection into a single control system, which can be operated with one hand for enhanced operator comfort and increased productivity. More >> link

Operator Station Ergonomically designed for operator's comfort and productivity. More >> link

Pipelayer Caterpillar pipelayer system includes winch and boom, counterweight and frame. More >> link

Undercarriage The Caterpillar elevated sprocket undercarriage arrangement is designed for better balance, performance, and component life. More >> link

Serviceability Modular design moves Caterpillar a generation ahead in simplifying service and maintenance. More >> link

Total Customer Support Excellent parts availability and the best service capability help increase productivity. More >> link

Advanced Modular Cooling System (AMOCS) AMOCS utilizes an exclusive two pass cooling system and increased cooling surface area to provide significantly more cooling efficiency than conventional systems. More >> link

Engine
Engine Model	Cat® 3176C
Flywheel Power	240 hp
Pipelaying Equipment
Lift Capacity	90000 lb
Weights
Operating Weight - Narrow Shoes	70206 lb
Engine
Gross Power	258 hp
Net Power - Caterpillar	240.04 hp
Net Power - ISO 9249	240 hp
Net Power - EEC 80/1269	240 hp
Net Power - SAE J1349	238 hp
Net Power - DIN 70020	248 PS
Bore	4.9 in
Stroke	5.5 in
Displacement	629 in3
Transmission
Max Forward Speed	6.55 mph
Max Reverse Speed	8.44 mph
Undercarriage
Number of Shoes - Each Side	43
Track Rollers - Each Side	7
Track Gauge	88 in
Track on Ground	125 in
Track Shoe Width - Narrow	26 in
Track Shoe Width - Optional	30 in
Ground Contact Area - Narrow	6500 in2
Ground Contact Area - Optional Shoe	7462 in2
Ground Pressure - Narrow	10.8 psi
Ground Pressure - Optional Shoe	9.41 psi
Service Capacities
Fuel Tank	126.5 gal
Crankcase (with Filter)	8.2 gal
Transmission, Bevel Gear, and Steering Clutch	48.3 gal
Final Drives (each)	3.4 gal
Cooling System	20.4 gal
Hydraulic Tank	14.3 gal
Recoil Spring Compartments (each)	15 gal
Pipelaying Equipment
Boom Length	20 ft
Hook Winch Drum Diameter	10 in
Rope Minimum Breaking Strength	58800 lb
Boom Winch Drum Diameter	8.5 in
Hook Winch Flange Diameter	18 in
Boom Winch Flange Diameter	16 in
Hook Winch Drum Length	11 in
Boom Winch Drum Length	10 in
Diameter - Wire Rope	0.75 in
Hook Winch Capacity - 19 mm (3/4 in) Diameter	263 ft
Boom Winch Capacity - 19 mm (3/4 in) Diameter	170 ft
Hook w/ Wire Rope Installed - 19 mm (3/4 in) Diameter	165 ft
Boom w/ Wire Rope Installed - 19 mm (3/4 in) Diameter	132 ft
Boom Line Speed	241 ft/min
4 Part Line Hook Speed (Lo)	36 ft/min
4 Part Line Hook Speed (Hi)	75 ft/min
Removable Counterweight - Number of Segments	9
Removable Counterweight - 2 Each At	815 lb
Removable Counterweight - 7 Each At	1055 lb
Removable Counterweight - 9 Segments, Total Of	9015 lb
Total Weight Extendable	11184 lb
Dimensions
Track Gauge	88 in
Width of Tractor - Standard Shoes	114 in
Width of Tractor - Boom Removed	144 in
Width of Tractor - Counterweight/Boom Removed	144.05 in
Width of Tractor - Counterweight Extended	206 in
Machine Height - Tip of Grouser to Top of Winch	114 in
Drawbar Height (Center of Clevis)	24.9 in
Length of Track on Ground	125 in
Operating Length (with Drawbar)	186 in
Height to Top of Stack	133 in
Grouser Height	2.8 in
Ground Clearance (SAE J1234)	16.4 in
Boom Height - Tip of Grouser at SAE 4 ft (1.22 m) Overhang	265 in
Transmission
1 Forward	2.19 mph
2 Forward	3.79 mph
3 Forward	6.55 mph
1 Reverse	2.82 mph
2 Reverse	4.88 mph
3 Reverse	8.44 mph
Weights
Shipping Weight	68013 lb
Hydraulic Controls
Type	Pressure compensating piston-type pump.
Output - Maximum	74.2 gal/min
Relief Valve Setting - Counterweight	2500 psi
Relief Valve Setting - Hook and Boom Winch	4786 psi
Standards
Standards	Standards
Engine
Gross Power – ISO 14396	253 hp

Standard Equipment
ELECTRICAL
Alarm, back-up
Armrests, adjustable
coolant temperature, power train oil, hydraulic and fuel gauge, tachometer, odometer, gear indicator diagnostic functions
Block and hook
Adjuster, hydraulic track
43-section, 660 mm (26 in)
3176C EUI Caterpillar diesel engine with:
Advanced Modular Cooling System (AMOCS)
fuel tank, power train case)
three-speed planetary with torque converter
Altitude operation capability,
2286 meter (7,500 ft) without derating
Center track-guiding
implement fluids
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
Alternator, 70-amp
Brake pedal
Boom, 6.10 m (20 ft)
Carrier rollers
Brake system, service, parking and emergency
Bumper, Front with towing device
Crankcase, normal service
PIPELAYER
Converter, 10-amp/12-volt
Decelerator pedal and switch
Counterweight, extendible segmented 4089 kg (9,015 lb)
Heavy-duty sealed and lubricated tracks
Coolant, extended life
Diagnostic pressure taps, centralized ecology drains
End track-guide
UNDERCARRIAGE
Diagnostic connector (starting and charging)
Engine air cleaner service indicator
Hydraulics, pipelayer system
Lifetime lubricated idlers and track rollers
Drains, ecology (engine oil, coolant, hydraulic oil,
Extended service intervals (500 hours)
Hinged bottom
POWER TRAIN
Horn, forward warning
Engine RPM display/gear display
Master link, two-piece
Fan, blower
Guards:
Instrument panel
OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
Hour meter
Foot pegs for slope work
Sprockets, segmented
Final drives, 3-planet double reduction planetary
Hood, perforated
Radiator, hinged
Lights, 2 forward, 2 rear
FTC control for Clutch and Brake steering
Track frame, 7 rollers
Fuel priming pump
Implement oil filter
Rear
Starting receptacle, 24-volt direct
Monitoring System, Electronic (EMS III)
Track with single grouser track shoes
Fuel/Water separator
Keyed lockable enclosures
Power points, two 12-volt
Muffler
Load sensing hydraulics
Pre-start coolant level monitoring system
Precleaner with strata tube dust ejector
Radiator doors, louvered, hinged
Product Link ready
Prescreener
Rigid drawbar
Seat, vinyl suspension
Starting aide, ether
S•O•S analysis taps for engine, transmission, and
Seat belt, retractable 76 mm (3 in)
Shifting, auto-shift (2F/2R, 2F/1R, 1F/2R)
Transmission remote pressure taps
Storage and literature compartment
Shifting, auto-kickdown (auto downshift)
Vandalism protection
Transmission shift points selection
Shifting, controlled throttle
Travel speed and gear limiter, electronic
Steering system, FTC Clutch and Brake
Torque divider
Transmission, power shift,

Optional Equipment
ELECTRICAL
Alternator, 70-amp brushless 13 kg (29 lb)
Crankcase, extreme service 80 kg (176 lb)
Moderate Service 85 kg (187 lb)
Armrest, adjustable electric 55 kg (121 lb)
Boom, 7.3 m (24 ft) 1183 kg (2,608 lb)
Cooling, high ambient 3 kg (7 lb)
Track Groups
760 mm (30 in) MS HD, Clipped 457 kg (1005 lb)
Batteries, heavy-duty 15 kg (33 lb)
GUARDS
Alternator, 100-amp brushless 14 kg (31 lb)
Radiator, heavy-duty, hinged grill 48 kg (106 lb)
Heavy-duty 107 kg (236 lb)
Pedals, dual brake 0 kg (0 lb)
Boom, omission 6.1 m (20 ft) 906 kg (1,997 lb)
Drains, ecology (transmission, torque converter) 4 kg (9 lb)
Heater, engine coolant 3 kg (7 lb)
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
Converter, 20-amp, 12-volt 1 kg (2 lb)
Rear, heavy-duty 71 kg (157 lb)
ROPS, Rollover protection system 477 kg (985 lb)
Hook, latched 3 kg (7 lb)
Fan, reversible 0 kg (0 lb)
PIPELAYER
Track Guiding
Fast fuel system 3 kg (7 lb)
POWERTRAIN
Track roller, full 405 kg (893 lb)
Grid, radiator core sand blast 17 kg (38 lb)
UNDERCARRIAGE
Oil change system 9 kg (20 lb)
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