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1997 Caterpillar 561M

  • 2618 hours
  • Ships nationwide
  • #A6277007
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1997 Caterpillar 561M

  • 2618 hours
  • Ships nationwide
  • #A6277007
Asking Price$30,000
Tax Benefits
$6,300
Price with tax savings$23,700
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Price excludes taxes, fees, and shipping

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About this equipment

1997 Cat 561M Pipelayer The last reported number of hours was 2618. 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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  • 3 Lever Boom Control

  • 18 ft Side Boom

  • Hydraulic Hoists

  • Hydraulic Extendable Counterweight

  • 20 in Single Grouser Track Shoes

Specifications

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  • Engine Power: 131 hp

  • Displacement: 276 cu in

  • Operating Weight: 36,500 lbs

  • Fuel Capacity: 65 gal

  • Max Lift Capacity: 20,000 lbs

  • Ground Clearance: 15.8 in

  • Length of Track on Ground: 90 in

  • Track Gauge: 74 in

  • Height to Top of Cab: 112 in

  • Width Over Tracks: 102 in

  • Max Travel Speed: 6.8 mph

  • Engine Model: Caterpillar 3116

  • Serial Number / VIN: 1KW00141

  • CE Mark: No CE mark found

  • Hour Meter / Odometer: 2618 hrs

  • Exterior Lights: Operational

  • Travel Alarm: Inoperable

  • Horn: Operational

  • Seat Belts: Operational

  • Safety Lock Out/Stop: Operational

  • Current Safety Manual: No

  • Current Operator/Maintenance Manual: No

  • Engine Oil Pressure: The fault indicator shuts off after the engine oil pressure rises.

  • Warning Lights: Operational, Difficult to capture photo

  • 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): No noticeable vapor or pressure

  • Starter: Operational

  • Oil Leaks: No dripping leaks

  • Fuel Leaks: No dripping leaks

  • Cooling System Leaks: No dripping leaks

  • Limited Function Check: The engine started and 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.

  • Left Grouser Height: 33 mm

  • Right Grouser Height: 35 mm

  • date of analysis: Apr 16, 2026

  • Silicon: 0 PPM

  • Tin: 0.53 PPM

  • Silver: 0.03 PPM

  • Aluminum: 1.11 PPM

  • Chromium: 0.72 PPM

  • Lead: 2.31 PPM

  • Copper: 7.9 PPM

  • Nickel: 0.27 PPM

  • Iron: 9.97 PPM

  • Glycol: NEG

  • Water: NEG

  • Fuel: <5%

  • date of analysis: Apr 16, 2026

  • Silicon: 6.19 PPM

  • Tin: 0.6 PPM

  • Silver: 0.02 PPM

  • Aluminum: 2.69 PPM

  • Chromium: 0.17 PPM

  • Lead: 1.8 PPM

  • Copper: 12.72 PPM

  • Nickel: 0.05 PPM

  • Iron: 51.24 PPM

  • Glycol: N/A

  • Water: N/A

  • Fuel: <5%

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Asking Price$30,000
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