The Caterpillar PL61 Pipelayer boasts impressive capabilities and specifications, designed to handle heavy lifting tasks with ease. With a maximum lift capacity of 40,000 lbs and a range of pipelaying equipment speeds and capacities, this machine is equipped to efficiently complete a variety of challenging jobs. Featuring a powerful Cat C6.6 ACERT engine, advanced hydraulic controls, and a sturdy undercarriage, the PL61 offers reliable performance and durability in demanding work environments. Learn more about the PL61's specifications and capabilities below.
Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] overhang) | 245 in (622 cm)
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Boom Length | 18 ft (5 m)
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Cat C4.4 ACERT Emissions | U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV/Korea Tier 4 Final
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Cat C7.1 ACERT Emissions | China Nonroad Stage III equivalent to Tier 3/Stage IIIA
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DEF Tank(1) | 5 gal (19 l)
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Engine Power - 2,000 rpm - SAE J1995 | 160 hp (119 kw)
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Fuel Tank | 69 gal (261 l)
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Height - Top of ROPS/FOPS | 118 in (300 cm)
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Height - Top of Stack | 112 in (284 cm)
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Length - Track on Ground | 104 in (264 cm)
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Machine Height - Tip of Winch | 101 in (257 cm)
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Net Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249 | 130 hp (97 kw)
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Net Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249 (DIN) | 132 hp (98 kw)
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Net Power - 2,200 rpm - SAE J1349 | 128 hp (95 kw)
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Net Power - Caterpillar | 125 hp (93 kw)
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Net Power - EEC 80/1269 | 125 hp (93 kw)
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Net Power - SAE J1349 | 123 hp (92 kw)
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Operating Length | 13 ft (4 m)
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Track Gauge | 7 ft (2 m)
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Width - Counterweight Extended | 187 in (475 cm)
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Width - Tractor - Counterweight Retracted | 128 in (325 cm)
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Width - Tractor - Counterweight/Boom Removed | 126 in (320 cm)
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Width - Tractor - With 560 mm [22 in] Shoes | 101 in (257 cm)
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Width - Tractor - With 760 mm [30 in] Shoes | 109 in (277 cm)
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2 Part Line Hook Speed (Hi) | 114 ft/min (35 m/min)
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2 Part Line Hook Speed (Lo) | 54 ft/min (16 m/min)
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3 Part Line Hook Speed (Hi) | 76 ft/min (23 m/min)
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3 Part Line Hook Speed (Lo) | 36 ft/min (11 m/min)
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Bare Drum Hook Speed (Hi) | 228 ft/min (69 m/min)
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Bare Drum Hook Speed (Lo) | 108 ft/min (33 m/min)
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Boom Line Speed | 151 ft/min (46 m/min)
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Boom Winch Capacity - 16 mm (5/8 in) Diameter | 162 ft (49 m)
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Boom Winch Drum Diameter | 10 in (25 cm)
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Boom Winch Drum Length | 10 in (25 cm)
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Boom Winch Flange Diameter | 15 in (37 cm)
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Boom with Wire Rope Installed - 16 mm (5/8 in) Diameter | 130 ft (40 m)
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Counterweight Extendible | 6,570 lbs (2,980 kg)
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Hook Winch Capacity - 16 mm (5/8 in) Diameter | 239 ft (73 m)
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Hook Winch Drum Diameter | 9 in (22 cm)
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Hook Winch Drum Length | 10 in (25 cm)
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Hook Winch Flange Diameter | 16 in (39 cm)
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Hook with Wire Rope Installed - 16 mm (5/8 in) Diameter | 130 ft (40 m)
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Lift Capacity | 40,000 lbs (18,144 kg)
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Ground Contact Area | 4,650 cu in (76,200 cu cm)
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Ground Contact Area - LGP | 6,200 cu in (101,600 cu cm)
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Ground Contact Area - Narrow | 4,650 cu in (76,200 cu cm)
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Ground Pressure - LGP | 6.3 psi
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Ground Pressure - Narrow | 8.2 psi
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Ground Pressure(1) - LGP | 5.9 psi
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Ground Pressure(1) - Narrow | 7.8 psi
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Number of Shoes - Each Side | 40
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Number of Shoes per Side | 40
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Number of Shoes/Rollers - Each Side | 40/8
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Number of Track Rollers per Side | 7
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Shoe Size | 22 in (56 cm)
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Track Gauge | 7 ft (2 m)
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Track Gauge - LGP | 79 in (201 cm)
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Track Gauge - Narrow | 70 in (178 cm)
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Track on Ground | 104 in (264 cm)
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Track Rollers - Each Side | 7
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Track Shoe Width - LGP | 30 in (76 cm)
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Track Shoe Width - Narrow | 22 in (56 cm)
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Track Shoe Width - Narrow/LGP | 560/760 mm (22/30 in)
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