PL87 Pipelayer - Thompson Machinery

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Engine

Engine Model: Cat® C15 ACERT™
Flywheel Power: 319 hp
U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV: Net Power – ISO 9249: 323 hp
U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA Equivalent: Net Power – ISO 9249: 333 hp
Emissions: U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV
U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV - Net Power - ISO 9249: 319 HP
U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA Equivalent - Net Power - ISO 9249: 329 HP
Tier 4 Final/Stage IV: Engine Power (Maximum*) - SAE J1995: 363 HP
Tier 4 Final/Stage IV: Engine Power (Maximum*) - ISO 14396: 359 HP
Tier 4 Final/Stage IV: Engine Power (Maximum*) - ISO 14396 (DIN): 364 HP
Tier 4 Final/Stage IV: Net Power (Rated**) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349: 319 HP
Tier 4 Final/Stage IV: Net Power (Rated**) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 (DIN): 323 HP
Tier 4 Final/Stage IV: Net Power (Maximum*) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349: 345 HP
Tier 4 Final/Stage IV: Net Power (Maximum*) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 DIN: 350 HP
Tier 4 Final/Stage IV: Bore: 5 in
Tier 4 Final/Stage IV: Stroke: 7 in
Tier 4 Final/Stage IV: Displacement: 928 in³
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Engine Power (Maximum***) - SAE J1995: 366 HP
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Engine Power (Maximum***) - ISO 14396: 361 HP
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Engine Power (Maximum***) - ISO 14396 (DIN): 366 HP
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Net Power (Rated****) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349: 329 HP
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Net Power (Rated****) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 (DIN): 333 HP
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Net Power (Maximum***) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349: 343 HP
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Net Power (Maximum***) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 DIN: 347 HP
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Bore: 5 in
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Stroke: 7 in
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Displacement: 928 in³
Note: *Maximum speed 1,700 rpm
Note: **Rated speed 1,900 rpm
Note: ***Maximum speed 1,600 rpm
Note: ****Rated speed 1,850 rpm
Engine Model: Cat C15
Flywheel Power: 319 HP
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
Note (1): *Maximum speed 1,700 rpm
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 (3): ***Maximum speed 1,600 rpm
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 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
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Net Power (Rated Speed****) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 (DIN): 333 mhp
Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Net Power (Rated Speed****) - ISO 9249/SAE J1349: 329 HP
Fuel Tank: 110 gal (US)
DEF Tank(1): 5 gal (US)

Service Capacities

Fuel Tank: 110 gal
Cooling System: 20 gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank Oil: 26 gal (US)
Engine Crankcase - With Filter: 11 gal (US)
Final Drive - Each: 3 gal (US)
Power Train Oil System: 50 gal (US)
Diesel Engine Fluid (DEF)*: 5 gal (US)
Recoil Spring Compartment: 20 gal (US)
Winch Case - Boom: 3 gal (US)
Winch Case - Hook: 4 gal (US)
Note: *Tier 4 Final/Stage IV models only
Fuel Tank: 110 gal (US)

Transmission

1 Forward: 2 mph
2 Forward: 4 mph
3 Forward: 7 mph
1 Reverse: 3 mph
2 Reverse: 5 mph
3 Reverse: 9 mph
Drawbar Pull - 1 Forward: 148 lbf
Drawbar Pull - 2 Forward: 81 lbf
Drawbar Pull - 3 Forward: 44 lbf
1 Forward: 2 mile/h
2 Forward: 4 mile/h
3 Forward: 7 mile/h
1 Reverse: 3 mile/h
2 Reverse: 5 mile/h
3 Reverse: 9 mile/h

Weights

Shipping Weight: 90,600 lb
Operating Weight: 121,795 lb
Shipping Weight: 90,600 lb
Operating Weight: 121,795 lb

Undercarriage

Ground Contact Area: 9,920 in2
Grouser Height: 4 in
Length of Track on Ground: 12 ft
Number of Carrier Rollers (each side): 1
Number of Rollers (each side): 9
Number of Shoes (each side): 48
Shoe Type: Super Extreme Service
Track Gauge: 8 ft
Width - Standard Shoes: 34 in
Track Gauge: 8 ft
Ground Contact Area: 9,920 in²
Grouser Height: 4 in
Length - Track on Ground: 12 ft
Number of Carrier Rollers - Each Side: 1
Number of Rollers - Each Side: 9
Number of Shoes - Each Side: 48
Shoe Type: Super Extreme Service

Standards

Brakes: Brakes meet the International Standard ISO 10265:2008
ROPS: ROPS (Rollover Protection Structure) meets the International Standard ISO 3471:2008
Brakes: Brakes meet the International Standard ISO 10265:2008
ROPS: ROPS (Rollover Protection Structure) meets the International Standard ISO 3471:2008

Pipelaying Equipment

Lift Capacity: 216,000 lb

Pipelayer Equipment

Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Hook: Drum Diameter: 10 in
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Hook: Flange Diameter: 20 in
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Hook: Drum Length: 14 in
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Hook: Wire Rope Diameter: 1 in
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Hook: Boom and Cables, 7.3 m (24 ft): 375 ft
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Hook: Boom and Cables, 7.3 m (24 ft) Extended: 375 ft
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Hook: Boom and Cables, 8.53 m (28 ft): 408 ft
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Hook: Boom and Cables, 8.53 m (28 ft) Extended: 408 ft
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Hook: Hook Speed - Raise (8 part line): 51 ft/min
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Boom: Drum Diameter: 10 in
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Boom: Flange Diameter: 20 in
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Boom: Drum Length: 14 in
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Boom: Wire Rope Diameter: 1 in
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Boom: Boom and Cables, 7.3 m (24 ft): 181 ft
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Boom: Boom and Cables, 7.3 m (24 ft) Extended: 243 ft
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Boom: Boom and Cables, 8.53 m (28 ft): 205 ft
Pullmaster Hydraulic Winches - Boom: Boom and Cables, 8.53 m (28 ft) Extended: 283 ft

Lift Capacity

Lift Capacity at Tipping Point - ISO 8813: 216,000 lb

Hydraulic System

Counterweights - Gear: 34 gal/min
Implement Pump Output - Maximum - Closed Loop: 84 gal/min
Steering Pump Output - Closed Loop: 87 gal/min
Variable Charge Pump Output - Maximum - Open Loop: 63 gal/min
Fan Pump: 36 gal/min

Operating Specifications

Lift Capacity at Tipping Point - ISO 8813: 216,000 lb

Components

Total Removable Counterweight*: 23,908 lb
Removable Counterweight (14 plates) Single Plate: 1,708 lb
Upper Boom Block: 246 lb
Lower Boom Block: 246 lb
Load Block: 519 lb
Hook Block: 708 lb
Standard Boom: 3,148 lb
Extended Boom: 3,458 lb
Note: *Calculated with extended boom

Dimensions (Approximate)

Track Gauge: 8 ft
Width - Tractor - Standard Shoes: 13 ft
Width - Tractor - Counterweight/Boom Removed: 13 ft
Width - Tractor - Counterweight Retracted: 14 ft
Width - Tractor - Counterweight Extended: 21 ft
Machine Height - Top of Counterweight: 11 ft
Length - Track on Ground: 12 ft
Operating Length: 18 ft
Height - Machine - Cab and ROPS: 12 ft
Grouser Height: 4 in
Ground Clearance - SAE J1234: 2 ft
Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] Overhang) 7.3 m (24 ft) Boom: 26 ft
Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] Overhang) 8.5 m (28 ft) Boom: 30 ft
Drawbar - Height: 1 ft
Boom Height (at SAE 1.22 m [4 ft] Overhang) 6.1 m (20 ft) Boom: 22 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.
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.

Dimensions

Width - Tractor - Standard Shoes: 13 ft

Built to Perform

Integrated power train 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 winch for greater machine productivity.
Counterweight profile improves lift capacity.
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 and lengthened track-roller frame with repositioned rear idler places more track on the ground, enhancing slope capability.

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 power train 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.

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