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PL83 Pipelayer

Purpose-Built for Top Performance and Reliability

The PL83 is part of a full line of purpose-built Cat pipelayers designed for performance, safety and serviceability. Easy transport width, combined with the experienced support of the Cat dealer network, means this key pipe line equipment is available when and where you need it.

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Benefits

Pipe Line Performance

Purpose-built from the factory to stand up to tough pipe line work, all supported by experienced Cat pipeline dealers.

Slope Capable

Low center of gravity, excellent machine balance and differential steering all help with maneuverability in tight areas and slope capability.

Easy to Operate

Low effort, ergonomic controls put all pipelayer implement controls and functionality in one hand. Common cab features across pipelayer models contribute to ease of use.

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  • 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.
  • Components
    Removable Counterweight (10 plates) Single Plate
    1707.7 lb
    Total Removable Counterweight*
    17077 lb
  • Dimensions
    Width - Tractor - Standard Shoes
    10.7 ft
  • Dimensions (Approximate)
    Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] Overhang) 6.1 m (20 ft) Boom
    22.3 ft
    Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] Overhang) 7.3 m (24 ft) Boom
    26.3 ft
    Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] Overhang) 8.5 m (28 ft) Boom
    30.3 ft
    Height - Machine - Cab and ROPS
    11.6 ft
    Machine Height - Top of Counterweight
    11.2 ft
    Width - Tractor - Counterweight Extended
    19.9 ft
    Width - Tractor - Counterweight Retracted
    13.5 ft
    Width - Tractor - Counterweight/Boom Removed
    12.7 ft
  • Engine
    DEF Tank(1)
    4.5 gal (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
    319 hp
    Fuel Tank
    109.6 gal (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
    333 mhp
    Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Net Power (Rated Speed****) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 (DIN)
    329 hp
    Tier 4 Final/Stage V: Net Power (Rated Speed**) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349
    319 hp
    Tier 4 Final/Stage V: Net Power (Rated Speed**) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 (DIN)
    323 mhp
  • Pipelaying Equipment
    Lift Capacity
    170000 lb
  • Undercarriage
    Ground Contact Area
    8215 in²
    Length - Track on Ground
    12.2 ft
    Track Gauge
    7.7 ft
    Width - Standard Shoes
    30 in
  • Weights
    Operating Weight
    109000 lb
    Shipping Weight
    85880 lb
NOTE
  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
POWER TRAIN
  • 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
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
  • 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
PIPELAYING EQUIPMENT
  • Block and hook with latch
  • Counterweights, extendible segmented
  • Winches, hydraulic actuated and electronically controlled
UNDERCARRIAGE
  • 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
ELECTRICAL
  • 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
OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
  • 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
NOTE
  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
  • 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
UNDERCARRIAGE
  • Arctic rollers
  • Standard rollers
TECHNOLOGY PRODUCTS
  • Product Link
PIPELAYING EQUIPMENT
  • Boom and cables 6.1 m (20 ft)
  • Boom and cables 7.3 m (24 ft)
  • Boom and cables 8.5 m (28 ft)
OTHER OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
  • CE Certification
  • ROPS

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