PTX-3500 Puller Tensioner
3,500 LBS. SINGLE DRUM PULLER TENSIONER
Sherman+Reilly® Revolution Series PTX-3500 Puller Tensioner is a single drum multi-purpose puller and tensioner capable of pulling up to 3,500 lb, with additional reconductoring capabilities. This distribution class puller utilizes a semi-automatic horizontal levelwind that permits overhead rope retrieval with precision control.
Key Features
CAPABILITY
DRUM CAPACITY
5/8 in diameter 6,000 ft. Uniline Standard.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
OPERATOR’S STATION

Specifications
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Pulling Capacity
TOD: 3,500 lbs. (Rated at the top of drum)
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Max
4,500 lbs. (Rated maximum)
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Maximum Line Speed
Pulling: 4 mph
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Maximum Conductor Reel Size
66 in. diameter/39 in. width
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Maximum Conductor Reel Weight
Dynamic – Over the Road – w/ PMTA 3,545 lbs.,
w/o PMTA 3,800 lbs. |
Static – Jacks Extended – 6,500 lbs. -
Drum Dimensions
Core Diameter: 24 in.
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Total Outside Width
58 in.
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Flange Diameter
44 in.
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Drum Capacity
11 mm. dia. Unitrex™ 21,000 ft. 5/8 in. dia. 6,000 ft. Uniline™ Standard
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Drive System
Direct Drive: single hydraulic motor, drum/reel shaft coupler and drive bar/ dual pin
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Drive System Engine
Turbocharged, Tier-4 Final, diesel, 71 Hp, water-cooled
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Fuel Capacity
30 Gallon
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Hydraulic Fluid
ISO Grade 32
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Hydraulic Reservoir
40 Gallon
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Hydraulic Fluid Filtration
10 micron, both supply and return filters
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Levelwind
Hydraulically driven, semi-automatically controlled
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Operator’s Safety Enclosure
Safe-Zone® Cab, fully-enclosed / single door
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Frame Construction
Steel tubing, Steel plate, continuous weld

OPTIONS
- UG attachment
- Spider® Pilot Line System with independent levelwind
- RCR-60: Core: 24 in. to 18 in. tapered
- Total Outside Width: 39 in. (Flange Diameter: 60 in.)
- Underground Option with UG Drum 24 in. OD, 31.75 in. W, 3/8 in. X 2000 ft., 6X25 IWRC, and E-49 Swivel
- RDG-2100 Rotating Distribution Ground
- DG-4100 Running Ground
- Solar Battery Charger
All Specifications
PTX-3500 Puller Tensioner
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Pulling Capacity
TOD: 3,500 lbs. (Rated at the top of drum)
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Max
4,500 lbs. (Rated maximum)
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Maximum Line Speed
Pulling: 4 mph
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Maximum Conductor Reel Size
66 in. diameter/39 in. width
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Maximum Conductor Reel Weight
Dynamic – Over the Road – w/ PMTA 3,545 lbs., w/o PMTA 3,800 lbs. | Static – Jacks Extended – 6,500 lbs.
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Drum Dimensions
Core Diameter: 24 in.
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Total Outside Width
58 in.
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Flange Diameter
44 in.
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Drum Capacity
11 mm. dia. Unitrex™ 21,000 ft. 5/8 in. dia. 6,000 ft. Uniline™ Standard
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Drive System
Direct Drive: single hydraulic motor, drum/reel shaft coupler and drive bar/ dual pin
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Drive System Engine
Turbocharged, Tier-4 Final, diesel, 71 Hp, water-cooled
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Fuel Capacity
30 Gallon
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Hydraulic Fluid
ISO Grade 32
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Hydraulic Reservoir
40 Gallon
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Hydraulic Fluid Filtration
10 micron, both supply and return filters
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Levelwind
Hydraulically driven, semi-automatically controlled
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Operator’s Safety Enclosure
Safe-Zone® Cab, fully-enclosed / single door
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Frame Construction
Steel tubing, Steel plate, continuous weld
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Length
(Overall, Nom.) 19 ft., 7 in.
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Width
(Overall, Nom.) 8 ft., 1 in.
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Height
(Overall, Nom.) 8 ft., 11 in.
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Weight*
10,450 lbs.
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GVWR
12,000 lbs.
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Suspension
Leaf-spring
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Axle Configuration
Single
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Wheel Configuration & Tires
Single 235/75R 17.5
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Brakes
(Trailer) Electric, with break-away switch
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Towing Attachment
3 in. pintle eye, with two safety chains and hooks
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Tie Downs
5/8 in. dia. Steel D-Rings (2)
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Tie Off Points
1 in. dia. Steel D-Rings (2) at rear bumper 3,500 lbs. at 45°
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Rear (R/L) Jacks
Hydraulic, with shoe
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Front/Nose Jacks
Hydraulic, with shoe
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Electrical System
12 VDC
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Battery
12 V, 585 CCA, BCI group 24
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Lights / Navigation
US DOT, LED, 12 VDC
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Grounding
3/4 in. dia. Copper-clad Steel ground loops (4)
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Wheel Chocks
Standard
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Fire Extinguisher
ABC
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Color
S+R White
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Maximum Tension Capacity
2000 lbs.