1978 Caterpillar 572G

2787 hours
Ships nationwide
#A8555427

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1978 Caterpillar 572G

2787 hours
Ships nationwide
#A8555427

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About this equipment

1978 Cat 572G Pipelayer w/ 2014 Superior CPX Conversion The last reported number of hours was 2787. Hours and condition are captured at the time of listing and are subject to change. Please contact a representative about this piece of equipment for an updated reading.

Features

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Canopy
Joystick Boom Control
Hydraulic Hoists
Hydraulic Extendable Counterweight
26 in Single Grouser Track Shoes

Specifications

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Serial Number / VIN: 40U0694
Hour Meter / Odometer: 2787 hrs, Meter inoperable
Exterior Lights: Not operational
Travel Alarm: Inoperable
Horn: Inoperable
Seat Belts: Operational
Safety Lock Out/Stop: Operational
Current Safety Manual: No
Current Operator/Maintenance Manual: No
Engine Oil Pressure: The gauge registers in the operating range.
Gauges: Operational
Limited Function Check: The main components are in place and operational as noted.
Engine: No US EPA Label Present
Blow-by (subjective visual observation): Minor
Starter: Operational
Oil Leaks: No dripping leaks
Fuel Leaks: No dripping leaks
Cooling System Leaks: No dripping leaks
Limited Function Check: After jump starting, the engine ran.
Transmission: Operational
Limited Function Check (Drivetrain-Track): The drivetrain was operational without a load.
Limited Function Check: The hydraulic system was operational.
Limited Function Check: The main components were operational when checked without a load.
Limited Function Check: The main components were operational when checked without a load.
Left Track Tensioner: The track is loose.
Left Grouser Height: 45 mm
Right Track Tensioner: The track is loose.
Right Grouser Height: 45 mm
date of analysis: Nov 17, 2025
Silicon: 0 PPM
Tin: 1.71 PPM
Silver: 0 PPM
Aluminum: 0 PPM
Chromium: 0 PPM
Lead: 0 PPM
Copper: 3.44 PPM
Nickel: 0 PPM
Iron: 1.46 PPM
Glycol: NEG
Water: NEG
Fuel: <5%
date of analysis: Nov 17, 2025
Silicon: 12.47 PPM
Tin: 1.04 PPM
Silver: 0.07 PPM
Aluminum: 3.01 PPM
Chromium: 0.15 PPM
Lead: 45.17 PPM
Copper: 223.96 PPM
Nickel: 0.03 PPM
Iron: 62.58 PPM
Glycol: N/A
Water: N/A
Fuel: <5%

Safety
- Travel Alarm
- Horn
- Seat Belts
- Safety Lock Out/Stop
Oil Sample Analysis (engine)
Oil Sample Analysis (transmission)
General Appearance
- Hour Meter / Odometer
- Exterior Lights
Control Station
- Gauges
- Limited Function Check
Engine
- Starter
- Oil Leaks
- Fuel Leaks
- Cooling System Leaks
Drivetrain
- Transmission
- Limited Function Check (Drivetrain-Track)
Chassis
- Limited Function Check
- Limited Function Check
Undercarriage
Hydraulics
- Limited Function Check

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