Patent ID: 7669724
Filing Date: 2010-03-02
Classification: B66C

Abstract:
1. A pipelayer frame for use with a track-type machine, the track-type machine including a first track frame, a second track frame, and a chassis having an engine compartment, wherein the first and second track frames are connected to the chassis, the pipelayer frame comprising: a center frame removably attachable to the chassis; a counterweight frame removably attachable to the first track frame, wherein the counterweight frame is connected to the center frame; a boom frame removably attachable to the second track frame; and a clevis connecting the boom frame to the center frame, wherein the clevis and pin assembly is reversible 180 degrees between a first position and a second position to adjust the width of the pipelayer frame relative to the chassis, wherein the pipelayer frame is separable from the track-type machine.