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Pipelayers PL3005D

  • 36,015 kg Operating weight
  • 170 kW Engine gross power
  • 51 t Max tipping capacity
Volvo’s revolutionary PL3005D pipelayer delivers a competitive edge in the most demanding conditions. Featuring 360° swing capability for unlimited pipe placement options, you’ll discover more opportunities with Volvo.
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Lifting your productivity

Volvo’s revolutionary PL3005D pipelayer delivers a competitive edge in the most demanding conditions. Featuring 360° swing capability for unlimited pipe placement options, you’ll discover more opportunities with Volvo.

Technical specifications for PL3005D

Here are the key specifications for this product model. Want more details? Download the brochure or contact us.
Operating weight 36,015 kg
Engine gross power 170 kW
...at engine speed 1,800 rpm
Max tipping capacity 51 t
Rated capacity 31 t
Std. boom length 7.3 m
Extended boom length 9.15 m
Max. working slope 30 °
Based on machine configuration: With track shoe 750mm / 30" and standard boom
Image illustration only. Production machines may differ in appearance and features vary between markets and models.
More specifications and competitor comparison Download the PL3005D brochure, with all the details and specifications. (PDF, 5.4MB)

Features & Benefits

LMS Utilizing wireless sensors the Load Management System allows operators to see what they can safely pick up relative to the slope.

Unrivalled safety

Safety is at the forefront of Volvo’s pipelayer design. The unique Load Management System (LMS) is just one of the buitlt-in safety features that will help to increase your performance and productivity. A Volvo pipelayer won’t let you down.

Best in class Superior lifting capacity and stability make Volvo’s pipelayers the most productive and safe machines for the job.

Lifting your productivity

Get a grip on your workload with Volvo’s pipelayers. Featuring best-in-class lifting capacity and stability, you can trust Volvo to help you get the job done quickly, efficiently and safely.

Easy conversion Quickly and easily convert from rotating pipelayer to excavator with the optional digging equipment.

Extreme versatility

Volvo’s excavator-based rotating pipelayers are designed to help you get the most out of your investment. The versatile machines can easily be converted to a standard excavator or used in other heavy lift applications, ensuring maximum machine uptime. Do more with Volvo.

360° swing The superstructure can swing 360° providing you with infinite pipe placement possibilities.

New levels of maneuverability

Volvo’s revolutionary excavator-based rotating pipelayers deliver a competitive edge in the most demanding conditions. Featuring 360° swing capability for unlimited pipe placement options, you’ll discover more opportunities with Volvo.

Four bar cab riser When elevated, the unique four bar cab riser system provides excellent visibility to the worksite and into the trench.

Get productive in comfort

Volvo understands the importance of operator comfort. That’s why we’ve carefully designed an industry leading, raised cab with built in comfort and excellent all-round visibility. Operators will feel in control and perform efficiently all day long in this superior working environment.

Serviceability Grouped filters and service points are quick to access at ground level via large, wide compartment doors.

Maximizing your uptime

On site, time means money. That’s why Volvo pipelayers boast easy access to grouped service points for fast and effortless maintenance and service checks. Commonality between genuine Volvo wear and maintenance parts ensures high availability, ensuring maximum machine uptime.

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