PL72 Pipelayer

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Description

Technical Specifications

Benefits and Features

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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
Engine Model	Cat C9.3
Flywheel Power	211 hp
Net Power - Rated - ISO 9249/SAE J1349	211 hp
Net Power - Rated - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 (DIN)	214 mhp
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	109.6 gal (US)
DEF Tank(1)	4.5 gal (US)
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.
Weights
Lift Capacity	90000 lb
Operating Weight	68945 lb
Shipping Weight	59846 lb
Components
6.1 m (20 ft) Boom	2004 lb
7.3 m (24 ft) Boom	2562 lb
Undercarriage
Track Gauge	90 in
Track on Ground	10.7 ft
Ground Contact Area (ISO 16754)	8406 in²
Ground Pressure (ISO 16754)	8.2 psi
Shoe Width	30 in
Dimensions (Approximate)
Width - Tractor - Standard Shoes	10 ft
Width - Tractor - Counterweight Extended	17.65 ft
Width - Tractor - Counterweight Retracted	12.04 ft
Width - Tractor - Counterweight/Boom Removed	11.88 ft
Track Gauge	7.51 ft
Length - Track on Ground	12.17 ft
Machine Height - Top of Counterweight	8.53 ft
Height - Machine - Cab and ROPS	11.25 ft
Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] Overhang) 6.1 m (20 ft) Boom	22.24 ft
Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] Overhang) 7.3 m (24 ft) Boom	26.28 ft
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.

Built to Perform

Integrated powertrain with differential steering and updated hydraulic system work together to provide power and improved machine maneuverability for any pipelayer application.
Electro-hydraulics offer greater response and precise control to variable speed motors of the heavy duty winches for greater machine productivity.
Differential steering maintains full power to both tracks for best-in class turning even with a loaded boom, increasing maneuverability in tight locations.
Improved machine center of gravity for better slope capabilities.

Because Uptime Counts

Equipped with Product Link™ which enables remote monitoring, improving overall fleet management effectiveness.
Full left-side engine serviceability, including fill tube, dipstick, air cleaner, fuel filters, oil filter and coolant level check allows for quick and efficient routine service.
High speed oil change is standard and makes servicing even faster.
Hydraulic and powertrain filters and fuel tank drain are located at rear of machine and are conveniently serviceable from ground level.
Pressure taps are placed within hydraulic system to allow for quick monitoring.
Major components like the engine, transmission, and final drives are modular for quicker removal during service, saving cost and downtime.

Designed for Operators

Implement joystick places all pipelayer implement controls and functionality in one hand.
Low-effort, ergonomically designed and positioned control handle allows simultaneous, precise positioning of load line, boom, and extendible counterweight.
Dual brake pedal controls provide enhanced maneuverability and steering control.
Planetary differential steering contributes to superior maneuverability in tight areas of operation as well as enhanced slope capability.

Work in Comfort

Quieter, pressurized cab with heated/ventilated seat option improves operator comfort and productivity.
Ergonomically designed seat is positioned for greater visibility to work area and convenient access to machine control lever, switches and pedals.

Built-In Safety Features

Load Moment Indicator (LMI) is standard.
Convenient steps, handles and guardrail provide safe access/egress.
Enlarged roof top window with retractable shade, additional mirrors, and angled door improves visibility to the trench, boom and blocks.
Standard operator presence detection system allows machine to idle when operator is not seated, but locks out power train to avoid unintentional movement.
Rear vision camera is standard, and two additional cameras can be added as an option to further enhance visibility around the machine.

Standard Equipment:

Note
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
Power Train
- 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
Operator Environment
- 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
Pipelaying Equipment
- Block and hook with latch
- Counterweights, extendible segmented
- Winches, hydraulic actuated and electronically controlled
Electrical
- 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
Undercarriage
- 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)
Other Standard Equipment
- 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