The PL61 Pipelayer has a 40,00- lb lift-capacity and is intended for pipelaying applications where precision control and careful maneuvering is required. The 18-ft boom is hook-and-cable controlled and is raised and lowered by independent hydraulic winches for smooth operation and adjustments. Its extendible counterweight can be retracted for tighter maneuvering on confined job sites. Available with either an enclosed cab or overhead canopy. Caterpillar, Inc.; 309-675-8995; www.cat.com
The new Toolcat 5610 utility work machine has a three-point hitch and hydraulic power-take-off for rear implements, and also has the ability to run more than 40 Bobcat front-mounted attachments. It can accept Category 1 three-point implements up to 1,775 lb in the rear. The Toolcat is able to use both a front and rear attachment at the same time as long as one is nonhydraulic. Rear visibility also has been improved. Bobcat Co.; 866-823-7898; www.bobcat.com