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 PL87 answers customer needs for increased lift capacity, enhanced slope capability, ease of operation, performance and transportability.
Engine Model Cat C15
Flywheel Power 319 hp
Lift Capacity 216000 lb
Tier 4 Final/Stage V: Net Power (Rated Speed**) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 319 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 C15
Flywheel Power 319hp
Fuel Tank 109.6gal (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.
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Net Power (Rated Speed****) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 329hp
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Net Power (Rated Speed****) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 (DIN) 333mhp
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
Lift Capacity 216000lb
Operating Weight 121795lb
Shipping Weight 90600lb
Removable Counterweight (14 plates) Single Plate 1708lb
Total Removable Counterweight* 23908lb
Ground Contact Area 9920.1in²
Length - Track on Ground 12.2ft
Track Gauge 8.3ft
Width - Standard Shoes 34in
Width - Tractor - Standard Shoes 12.7ft
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 30.4ft
Height - Machine - Cab and ROPS 11.6ft
Machine Height - Top of Counterweight 11.2ft
Width - Tractor - Counterweight Extended 20.8ft
Width - Tractor - Counterweight Retracted 14.2ft
Width - Tractor - Counterweight/Boom Removed 13.3ft
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 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
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
Block and hook with latch
Counterweights, extendible segmented
Winches, hydraulic actuated and electronically controlled
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
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
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
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)
Boom and cables 8.5 m (28 ft)
CE Certification
ROPS
