Overview
The Caterpillar 587T Crawler Pipe Layer is a crawler pipe layer listed in the Heavy Equipment Hub equipment database with structured specifications for comparison, research, and machine selection. Key specification points include engine power of 366 hp, operating weight of 117,000 lb, fuel capacity of 150.1 gal and hydraulic capacity of 30.2 gal. This model can be reviewed for equipment comparison, jobsite planning, fleet research, and specification-based machine selection. Use the full specifications table to compare the Caterpillar 587T Crawler Pipe Layer against similar crawler pipe layer models by power, weight, capacity, dimensions, speed, and other technical values.
Key Specifications
Operating Weight
117,000
lb
Net Power
366.10
hp
Gross Power
394.30
hp
Max Lift Capacity
202,000
lb
Full Specifications
36 specs
Dimensions
Ground Clearance
1.70 ft / 0.52 m
Length
18 ft / 5.49 m
Length of Track on Ground
11.77 ft / 3.59 m
Max Lift Capacity
202,000 lb / 91,626 kg
Overall Height
0.31 ft / 0.09 m
Overall Length
18 ft / 5.49 m
Overall Width
13.25 ft / 4.04 m
Shipping Height
12.58 ft / 3.83 m
Shipping Width
13.25 ft / 4.04 m
Width Over Tracks
11.17 ft / 3.40 m
Engine
Bore
5.40 in / 137 mm
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
20.40 gal / 77.2 L
Displacement
928 cu in / 15.2 L
Engine Make
2236
Engine Model
C15 ACERT
Final Drives Fluid Capacity
3.40 gal / 12.9 L
Flywheel Power
366 hp / 272.9 kW
Fuel Capacity
150.10 gal / 568.2 L
Gross Power
394 hp / 294.0 kW
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
30.20 gal / 114.3 L
Max Speed - Forward
5.80 mph / 9.3 km/h
Max Speed - Reverse
7.70 mph / 12.4 km/h
Net Power
366 hp / 273.0 kW
Net Power - Iso 9249
366 hp / 272.9 kW
Number of Forward Gears
3
Number of Reverse Gears
3
Operating Weight
117,000 lb / 53,070 kg
Power Measured @
1,800 rpm
Relief Valve Pressure
2,498 psi / 172.3 bar
Stroke
6.80 in / 173 mm
Hydraulics
Lift Capacity
202,000 lb / 91,626 kg
Pump Flow Capacity
25.90 gal/min / 98.0 L/min
Undercarriage
Number Of Shoes Per Side
47
Number of Track Rollers per Side
1
Shoe Size
34.02 in / 864 mm
Track Gauge
8.34 ft / 2.54 m
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the operating weight of the Caterpillar 587T Crawler Pipe Layer? +
The Caterpillar 587T Crawler Pipe Layer has an operating weight of 117,000 lb (53,070 kg). This places it in a class suited for crawler pipe layer applications where ground pressure and transport weight are key considerations.
How powerful is the Caterpillar 587T Crawler Pipe Layer engine? +
The Caterpillar 587T Crawler Pipe Layer produces 394 hp (294.0 kW) of engine power. This output is typical for its weight class and designed to handle demanding Crawler Pipe Layer work cycles efficiently.
How does the Caterpillar 587T Crawler Pipe Layer compare to similar Crawler Pipe Layer models? +
You can compare the Caterpillar 587T Crawler Pipe Layer side by side with any other model using the Heavy Equipment Hub compare tool. Key comparison points include engine power, operating weight, digging depth, hydraulic flow, and overall dimensions.