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Caterpillar 587T

Series: Caterpillar Crawler Pipe Layer

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The Caterpillar 587T is a model in the Caterpillar Crawler Pipe Layer series. The engine delivers 399.8 hp (273 kW), with a displacement of 15,200.6 cm³. Rated speed is 1,800 rpm. The unladen weight is 53,070.3 kg. Ground clearance is 518.2 mm. The tank holds 568.2 litres. The gearbox has 3 forward gears. There are also 3 reverse gears. The pump delivers 98 l/min. The hydraulic tank holds 114.3 litres. Working pressure is 172.3 bar. The cooling system holds 77.2 litres. The engine fitted is the C15. The Caterpillar Crawler Pipe Layer series covers 6 models. Rated output within it ranges from 232.2 to 399.8 hp; the 587T sits at the top of that range with 399.8 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 583T below it with 351.8 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Excavators & compaction. 16 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelC15correct
Power399.8 hp (273 kW)correct
Rated speed1,800 rpmcorrect
Displacement15,200.6 cm³correct
Coolant capacity77.2 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Length5,486.4correct
Width4,038.6correct
Ground clearance518.2correct
Unladen weight53,070.3 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Forward gears3correct
Reverse gears3correct

Working data

Pump flow98 l/mincorrect
Hydraulic oil capacity114.3 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure172.3correct
Fuel tank capacity568.2 lcorrect

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 5.1 kW/t (273 kW / 53.1 t)

Stronger than 73% of the pipeline equipment in the register — out of 12 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Caterpillar 587T have?

The Caterpillar 587T delivers 400 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 587T weigh?

The unladen weight is 53,070 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 587T have?

15,201 cm³ displacement.

What are the dimensions of the Caterpillar 587T?

5,486 mm × 4,039 mm.

What to check before buying

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  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

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Other models in this series

572R

583R

583T

72H

PL61

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