Caterpillar PL61

Series: Caterpillar Crawler Pipe Layer

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The Caterpillar Crawler Pipe Layer series from Caterpillar includes the PL61. The engine delivers 93.2 kW, with a displacement of 6,604 cm³. The unladen weight is 17,000.6 kg. The tank holds 294.9 litres. The pump delivers 537.5 l/min. The hydraulic tank holds 57.9 litres. Working pressure is 172.4 bar. The cooling system holds 24.2 litres. The engine fitted is the Cat C6,6 ACERT. The Caterpillar Crawler Pipe Layer series covers 6 models. Rated output within it ranges from 93.2 to 273 kW; the PL61 sits at the bottom of that range with 93.2 kW. Its immediate neighbours are the 72H above it with 153 kW. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Excavators & compaction. 9 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelCat C6.6 ACERTcorrect
Power93.2 kWcorrect
Displacement6,604 cm³correct
Coolant capacity24.2 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Unladen weight17,000.6 kgcorrect

Working data

Pump flow537.5 l/mincorrect
Hydraulic oil capacity57.9 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure172.4correct
Fuel tank capacity294.9 lcorrect

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 5.5 kW/t (93 kW / 17 t)

Stronger than 0% 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 PL61 have?

The Caterpillar PL61 delivers 93.2 kW.

How much does the Caterpillar PL61 weigh?

The unladen weight is 17,001 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar PL61 have?

6,604 cm³ displacement.

What to check before buying

  • Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
  • 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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