1998 Caterpillar 561M

1455 hours
Ships nationwide
#A1640678

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1998 Cat 561M Pipelayer

1455 hours
Ships nationwide
#A1640678

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About this equipment

1998 Cat 561M Pipelayer The last reported number of hours was 1455. 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: 30,000 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 60 gal
Max Lifting Capacity: 20,000 lbs
Length of Track on Ground: 9 ft
Track Width: 20 in
Ground Clearance: 1.2 ft
Height to Top of Cab: 9 ft
Serial Number / VIN: 1KW00181
CE Mark: No CE mark found
Hour Meter / Odometer: 1455 hrs
Exterior Lights: Operational, Some not operational, Rear lights are not 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
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: 44 mm
Right Grouser Height: 43 mm
date of analysis: Apr 21, 2026
Silicon: 0 PPM
Tin: 0.62 PPM
Silver: 0.03 PPM
Aluminum: 0.88 PPM
Chromium: 0.44 PPM
Lead: 2.96 PPM
Copper: 44.58 PPM
Nickel: 0.74 PPM
Iron: 53.05 PPM
Glycol: NEG
Water: NEG
Fuel: <5%
Silicon: 6.36 PPM
Tin: 0 PPM
Silver: 0.18 PPM
Aluminum: 0.61 PPM
Chromium: 0 PPM
Lead: 1 PPM
Copper: 48.9 PPM
Nickel: 0.09 PPM
Iron: 9.73 PPM
Glycol: N/A
Water: N/A

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