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572R
®
Series 2
Pipelayer
Engine
Engine ModelCat®3176C Gross Power192 kW258 hp Rated
Flywheel Power179 kW240 hp Weights
Structure
Mainframe is designed and built Undercarriage
for durability using the latest technology
Elevated sprocket design for
inengineering and manufacturing. Providing solid
optimized balance and performance. The final
support and perfect
drives are above the work area, isolating them from
alignment for major components. pg. ground impact for long
12 power train component life.pg. 13
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Finger Tip Pipelayer Operator
Control Station
Finger Tip Control (FTC) combines Hydraulic load line and boom Ergonomically designed for
steering, machine direction and gear selection into a winches provide excellent speed capability. productivity and comfort. Controls are intuitive,
single control system. These control functions can be Counterweight and frame design provide excellent low-effort, and easy to reach. Instrument panel is
simultaneously operated using only onehand for stability while offering ample easy to read and informative. Simplified access with
enhanced operator comfort viewing area.pg. 9 ladder on the
and increased productivity.pg. 8 leftrear side of the machine.pg. 10
? New Feature
Power Train
The 3176C engine, matched with the torque divider and field proven power shift
transmission, provides years of dependable service.
Selection. Three-speed downshift, increased operator comfort, reduced detects a significant increase in load.
fatigue, and precise control.
forward/reverse
gear selection is achieved
simply by pressing the yellow speed
selection buttons. These buttons are
integrated into the Finger Tip Control group.
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Pipelayer
Caterpillar pipelayer system includes winch and boom, counterweight and frame.
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Operator Station
Ergonomically designed for operator’s comfort and productivity.
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Seat. Ergonomically designed and Caterpillar Monitoring System. Finger Tip Control.Finger Tip Control
fully Providesgauges to monitor the (FTC) combines steering, machine
adjustable for maximum comfort. temperature of the engine coolant, hydraulic oil, and direction and gear selection into a single control
Theseat cushion reduces the pressure on the lower power train oil, plusthe fuel level. Also provides system, which can be operated with one hand for
back and thighs while allowing unrestricted arm and alertindicators that monitor engine oil pressure, inlet enhanced operator comfort and precise control.
leg movement. manifold temperature, coolant flow, electrical
charging system, transmission oil filter, air filter
service indicator, engine fault warning light, work
tool warning indicator, and hydraulic filter.
start.
to read analog gauges and warning line and boom with one hand.
lamps, keeps the operator aware of anypotential Load Line Speed Range.Allows the
problems. All gauges andreadouts are easily visible operator to select high or low.
in direct sunlight. Auto-shift and Auto-kickdown
Power Supply. The voltage converter
controls are located within easy reach ofthe operator.
provides two 12-volt power supplies.
New footpads keep the operator stable and
Access Ladder. Direct access to the
comfortable during side slope applications.
operator’s station utilizing ladder
Counterweight Control.Adjusts the on leftside of the machine.
position of the counterweight for
added machine stability.
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Structure
Engineered and manufactured to provide durability in the most demanding work.
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Undercarriage
The Caterpillar elevated sprocket undercarriage arrangement is designed for better balance,
performance, and component life.
Elevated Final Drive. Low Ground Pressure
(LGP) arrangement (optional):
•Isolates final drives from ground
andwork tool induced impact •760 mm (30 in) single grouser
loads slipped shoes.
for extended power train life.
•Specially designed to work in
•Keeps sprocket teeth, bushings, softand spongy conditions.
andfinal drive away from abrasive materials and
•Wide track shoes increase
moisture.
track contact area and reduce ground
•Single reduction planetary final pressure for excellent flotation.
drives provide long-lasting performance and
durability.
Service Capacities
Fuel Tank479 L126.5 gal Crankcase (with Filter)31 L8.2 gal
Transmission, Bevel Gear, 183 L48.3 gal and Steering Clutch
Final Drives (each)13 L3.4 gal Cooling System77.4 L20.4 gal
Hydraulic Tank54.1 L14.3 gal Recoil Spring Compartments57 L15
gal (each)
Lifting Capacity
kg x 1000 lb x 1000
40 9 Specified Equipment
0 •Diameter wire rope 19 mm 0.75 in
80 •Rope minimum 261.66 kN 58,800 lb breaking strength
30 A •4 part load line
60 •4 part boom line
B •Counterweight extended 5073 kg 11,184 lb
20 40 •Standard boom 6.10 m 20 ft
C •Total operating weight 31 845 kg 70,206 lb
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2 7
3 8
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1 Track Gauge2235 mm88 in7 Length of Track on Ground3176 mm125 in
2 Width of Tractor 2895 mm114 in 8 Operating Length 4736 mm186 in (with
– Standard Shoes Drawbar)
3 Width of Tractor – 3659 mm144 in Boom 9 Height to Top of Stack3553 mm133 in
Removed 10 Grouser Height71 mm2.8 in
4 Width of Tractor – 11 Ground Clearance (SAE J1234)416 mm16.4 in
5228 mm206 in Counterweight Extended 12 Boom Height – Tip of6728 mm265 in
5 Machine Height – Tip of2895 mm114 in Grouser at SAE 4 ft (1.22 m)
Grouser to Top of Winch Overhang
6 Drawbar Height 634 mm24.9 in (Center of
Clevis)
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