Cat® Underground Mining Hard Rock Vehicles Product Line

Caterpillar offers a comprehensive range of underground mining vehicles designed for hard rock applications. This product line includes Loaders (LHDs) and Trucks, equipped with advanced technology and robust engineering to meet the demanding conditions of underground mining.

Loaders (LHDs)

Caterpillar's underground mining loaders are built for productivity, reliability, and operator comfort. Key models and their specifications are detailed below:

R1300G Underground Mining Loader

Engine: 117 kW (157 hp) Cat® 3306B DITA, Tier 3

Tire Size: 17.5 x R25

Nominal Payload Capacity: 6800 kg (14,991 lb)

Gross Machine Operating Weight: 29 702 kg (65,482 lb)

Bucket Capacity (Standard): 3.1 m³ (4.1 yd³)

Dimensions:

• Width (Overall Including Bucket): 2290 mm (90.2 in)
• Height (Overall): 2120 mm (83.5 in)
• Length (Tramming): 8714 mm (343.1 in)
• Ground Clearance: 321 mm (12.6 in)

Fuel Capacities: Fuel Tank: 295 Liters (77.9 US Gallons)

R1600H Underground Mining Loader

Engine: 202 kW (271 hp) VR Engine, Cat C11, Tier 3

Tire Size: 18.00 x R25

Nominal Payload Capacity: 10 200 kg (22,487 lb)

Gross Machine Mass: 44 204 kg (97,453 lb)

Bucket Capacity (Standard): 4.8 m³ (6.3 yd³)

Dimensions:

• Width (Overall Including Bucket): 2723 mm (107.2 in)
• Height (Overall): 2400 mm (94.5 in)
• Length (Tramming): 9711 mm (382.3 in)
• Ground Clearance: 344 mm (13.5 in)

Fuel Capacities: Fuel Tank: 400 Liters (105.7 US Gallons)

R1700G Underground Mining Loader

Engine: 257 kW (345 hp) VR Engine, Cat C11, Tier 3

Tire Size: 26.5 x R25

Nominal Payload Capacity (Tramming): 14 000 kg (30,865 lb)

Gross Machine Mass (Tramming): 54 500 kg (120,151 lb)

Bucket Capacity (Standard): 5.7 m³ (7.5 yd³)

Dimensions:

• Width (Overall Including Bucket): 2894 mm (113.9 in)
• Height (Overall): 2557 mm (100.7 in)
• Length (Tramming): 10 589 mm (416.9 in)
• Ground Clearance: 429 mm (16.9 in)

Fuel Capacities: Fuel Tank: 569 Liters (150.3 US Gallons)

R1700 Underground Mining Loader

Engine: 257 kW (345 hp) EU Stage V Engine, Cat C11, Tier 3

Tire Size: 26.5 x R25

Nominal Payload Capacity (Tramming): 15 000 kg (33,069 lb)

Gross Machine Mass: 62 930 kg (138,737 lb)

Bucket Capacity (Standard): 5.7 m³ (7.5 yd³)

Dimensions:

• Width (Overall Including Bucket): 2860 mm (113 in)
• Height (Overall): 2541 mm (100 in)
• Length (Tramming): 10 806 mm (425 in)
• Ground Clearance: 393 mm (15 in)

Fuel Capacities: Fuel Tank: 486 Liters (128.4 US Gallons)

R2900G Underground Mining Loader

Engine: 299 kW (401 hp) VR Engine, Cat C15, Tier 3

Tire Size: 29.5 x R29

Nominal Payload Capacity: 17 200 kg (37,920 lb)

Gross Machine Mass: 73 451 kg (161,932 lb)

Bucket Capacity (Standard): 7.2 m³ (9.4 yd³)

Dimensions:

• Width (Overall Including Bucket): 3176 mm (125.0 in)
• Height (Overall): 2886 mm (113.6 in)
• Length (Tramming): 10 949 mm (431.1 in)
• Ground Clearance: 465 mm (18.3 in)

Fuel Capacities: Fuel Tank: 1425 Liters (376.4 US Gallons)

R2900 Underground Mining Loader

Engine: 299 kW (401 hp) EU Stage V Engine, Cat C15, Tier 3

Tire Size: 29.5 x R29

Nominal Payload Capacity: 17 200 kg (37,920 lb)

Gross Machine Mass: 73 816 kg (162,736 lb)

Bucket Capacity (Standard): 7.2 m³ (9.4 yd³)

Dimensions:

• Width (Overall Including Bucket): 3176 mm (125.0 in)
• Height (Overall): 2873 mm (113.0 in)
• Length (Tramming): 11 055 mm (435.0 in)
• Ground Clearance: 447 mm (17.6 in)

Fuel Capacities: Fuel Tank: 630 Liters (166 US Gallons)

R3000H Underground Mining Loader

Engine: 299 kW (401 hp) VR Engine, Cat C15, Tier 3

Tire Size: 35/65 R33

Nominal Payload Capacity: 20 000 kg (44,092 lb)

Gross Machine Mass: 82 000 kg (180,779 lb)

Bucket Capacity (Standard): 8.9 m³ (11.6 yd³)

Dimensions:

• Width (Overall Including Bucket): 3454 mm (136.0 in)
• Height (Overall): 3002 mm (118.2 in)
• Length (Tramming): 11 150 mm (439.0 in)
• Ground Clearance: 476 mm (18.7 in)

Fuel Capacities: Fuel Tank: 1539 Liters (406.5 US Gallons)

Trucks

Caterpillar underground mining trucks are designed for efficient hauling in challenging underground environments. Key models and their specifications are detailed below:

AD22 Underground Mining Truck

Engine: 236 kW (316 hp) Tier 3 Engine, Cat C11

Tire Size: 18 x R25

Nominal Payload Capacity (Dump Body): 22 000 kg (48,501 lb)

Gross Machine Mass: 44 220 kg (97,488 lb)

Body Capacity (Standard): 9 m³ (11.8 yd³)

Dimensions:

• Width (Overall): 2315 mm (91.1 in)
• Height (Overall): 2530 mm (99.6 in)
• Length (Overall): 9583 mm (377.3 in)
• Dump Height: 4822 mm (189.8 in)
• Ground Clearance: 393 mm (15.5 in)

Fuel Capacities: Fuel Tank: 360 Liters (95 US Gallons)

AD30 Underground Mining Truck

Engine: 299 kW (401 hp) VR Engine, Cat C15, Tier 3

Tire Size: 26.5 x R25

Nominal Payload Capacity (Dump Body): 30 000 kg (66,138 lb)

Gross Machine Mass: 60 000 kg (132,277 lb)

Body Capacity (Standard): 14.4 m³ (18.8 yd³)

Dimensions:

• Width (Overall): 2690 mm (105.9 in)
• Height (Overall): 2600 mm (102.4 in)
• Length (Overall): 10 153 mm (399.7 in)
• Dump Height: 5602 mm (220.6 in)
• Ground Clearance: 400 mm (15.7 in)

Fuel Capacities: Fuel Tank: 410 Liters (108 US Gallons)

AD45B Underground Mining Truck

Engine: 433 kW (581 hp) VR Engine, Cat C18, Tier 3

Tire Size: 29.5 x R29

Nominal Payload Capacity (Dump Body): 45 000 kg (99,208 lb)

Nominal Payload Capacity (Ejector Body): 40 000 kg (88,185 lb)

Gross Machine Mass: 85 000 kg (187,393 lb)

Body Capacity (Standard): 21.3 m³ (27.9 yd³)

Dimensions:

• Width (Overall): 3000 mm (118.1 in)
• Height (Overall): 3036 mm (119.5 in)
• Length (Overall): 11 194 mm (440.7 in)
• Dump Height: 6357 mm (250.3 in)
• Ground Clearance: 441 mm (17.4 in)

Fuel Capacities: Fuel Tank: 764 Liters (201.8 US Gallons)

AD45 Underground Mining Truck

Engine: 446 kW (598 hp) EU Stage V Engine, Cat C18, Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent Engine

Tire Size: 29.5 x R29

Nominal Payload Capacity: 45 000 kg (99,208 lb)

Gross Machine Mass: 88 820 kg (195,815 lb)

Body Capacity (Standard): 21.3 m³ (27.9 yd³)

Dimensions:

• Width (Overall): 3020 mm (118.9 in)
• Height (Overall): 3035 mm (119.5 in)
• Length (Overall): 11 196 mm (440.8 in)
• Dump Height: 6361 mm (250.4 in)
• Ground Clearance: 441 mm (17.4 in)

Fuel Capacities: Fuel Tank: 764 Liters (201.8 US Gallons)

AD60 Underground Mining Truck

Engine: 592 kW (794 hp) VR Engine, Cat C27

Tire Size: 35/65 R33

Nominal Payload Capacity (Dump Body): 60 000 kg (132,277 lb)

Nominal Payload Capacity (Ejector Body): 55 000 kg (121,254 lb)

Gross Machine Mass: 112 000 kg (246,917 lb)

Body Capacity (Standard): 26.9 m³ (35.2 yd³)

Dimensions:

• Width (Overall): 3346 mm (132.0 in)
• Height (Overall): 3202 mm (126.0 in)
• Length (Overall): 12 040 mm (474.0 in)
• Dump Height: 6969 mm (274.0 in)
• Ground Clearance: 393 mm (15.5 in)

Fuel Capacities: Fuel Tank: 856 Liters (226.1 US Gallons)

AD63 Underground Mining Truck

Engine: 593 kW (795 hp) Stage V Engine, Cat C27

Tire Size: 35 x 65 R33

Nominal Payload Capacity: 63 000 kg (138,891 lb)

Gross Machine Mass: 118 940 kg (262,218 lb)

Body Capacity (Standard): 26.9 m³ (35.2 yd³)

Dimensions:

• Width (Overall): 3346 mm (131.7 in)
• Height (Overall): 3202 mm (126.1 in)
• Length (Overall): 12 040 mm (474.0 in)
• Dump Height: 6969 mm (274.4 in)
• Ground Clearance: 393 mm (15.5 in)

Fuel Capacities: Fuel Tank: 900 Liters (237.7 US Gallons)

Cat® MineStar™ for Underground

Cat MineStar™ is the mining industry's most comprehensive and thoroughly integrated suite of technology offerings. MineStar has been delivering results for many years and is proven on mine sites around the world. As more miners pivot from open pit to underground mines, Caterpillar has expanded its technology portfolio to ensure support for these operations. Cat MineStar can help manage costs, extend equipment life, improve productivity, and enhance safety.

Cat MineStar Solutions can track, monitor, automate, and manage all types of assets. Offerings can be deployed individually or integrated into a comprehensive technology system. They work with any brand of equipment, sharing data across existing machines, systems, and technologies. Caterpillar works with customers to develop customized technology roadmaps, aiding in the change management process for successful technology adoption.

For more information, visit: https://www.cat.com/minestar

Ground Engaging Tools (GET) Options

Caterpillar offers various Ground Engaging Tools (GET) options to enhance the performance and durability of its equipment:

Cat Modular Segment Welded GET System

Individual segments are configured to form Lip Assemblies that cover all LHD size classes. Modular Shrouds deliver welded part reliability with the replacement simplicity of a mechanical system. Wear indicators are visible from the topside to help establish maintenance intervals. Available for all LHD models, on all bucket sizes.

Cat Bolt-On Half-Arrow (BOHA) GET

The bolt-on half arrow (BOHA) system delivers best-in-class lip protection with fewer parts than competitive systems. Reducing maintenance cost through better protection, and fewer parts to manage. BOHA segments have superior hardness vs. welded components. Available for all LHD models, on all dump bucket sizes.

Cat Durilock™ Shroud System with Cat Durilock™ Retention

The Cat Durilock™ Shrouds adapt to your ever-changing mining environment in minutes without having to change the base edge or retention system. Infinitite™ secures the three shroud systems for maintenance-free retention. Available for R1700/R1700G, R2900/R2900G and R3000H LHDs, on all dump bucket sizes.

Loader Standard Equipment

Standard equipment for Caterpillar loaders includes:

• ELECTRICAL: Alternator, Auxiliary battery receptacle, Battery disconnect switch, Diagnostic connector, Electric starting (24V), Engine shutdown switch, External lighting, Low maintenance batteries, Reversing alarm, Starting and charging system.
• OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT: Cat Electronic Monitoring System (Cat EMS), Electric horns, Gauges (Engine coolant temperature, Hydraulic oil temperature, Fuel level, Speedometer, Tachometer), Indicator lights, Open operator station (ROPS/FOPS), Operator presence system (except R1300G), Suspension seat, Hydraulic implement controls.
• POWER TRAIN: Cat engine, Engine air intake precleaner, Electric fuel priming pump, Long life coolant, Planetary auto shift transmission, Radiator, SAFR™™ full hydraulic enclosed wet, multiple-disc brakes, Transmission neutralizer, Torque converter.
• OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT: Brake lights, Bucket (size varies), Bucket positioner (optional on R1300G), Catalytic exhaust purifier/muffler group, Decals, Engine and transmission belly guards, Fenders, Fire wall, Fuel system manual shut off tap, Handholds, Operator and maintenance manual (English and other languages), Protective wear bars, S.O.S.™ port (Coolant, Engine oil, Hydraulic oil, Transmission oil), Swing out radiator grill, Ventilated hood and covers, Tires and rims.

Loader Optional Equipment

Optional equipment for Caterpillar loaders includes:

• Battery and engine shutdown switch, Ground level isolation switches, Brake pressure gauges, Brake release arrangements, Recovery hook/bar, Buckets (various types), Lip fully welded or tack welded, Wear bars/liners, Cover for shipping, Drawbar attachment, Dual fuel tanks, Engine options (VR, Tier 3, EU Stage V), Fast fill system, Fire suppression system (Ansul, Foam/water), Fluids (Arctic fuel/coolant), Guard for rear side window, Handrails, Hydraulic system options, Idle timer, Lighting options, Lubrication system (Automatic, Centralized), Mine transfer readiness, Operator station options (ROPS/FOPS enclosed, Air conditioning, Cab pressurizer/filter, Dome light, Radio ready, Sun visor, Sliding cab window), Park brake switch engagement, Payload monitoring system, Reflective tape, Remote control interface, Reversible steering, Ride control system, Rim options, Seat covers, Secondary steering system, Switches, Technology (Cat® MineStar™), Tire arrangements.

Truck Standard Equipment

Standard equipment for Caterpillar trucks includes:

• ELECTRICAL: 12V power supply, Alternator, Auxiliary battery receptacle, Battery disconnect switch, Circuit breaker, Diagnostic connector, Electric starting (24V), Engine shutdown switch, Lighting (halogen/LED), Headlights, Rear work light, Reversing lights, Low maintenance batteries, Reversing alarm, Starting and charging system.
• OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT: Cat Electronic Monitoring System (Cat EMS), Electric horns, Gauges (Engine coolant temp, Transmission coolant temp, Hydraulic oil temp, Fuel level, Speedometer, Tachometer), Indicator lights (Alert warning, Body up position, Brake drag, High beam, Residual brake pressure, Retarder application, Turn signal), Low hydraulic level warning, Open operator station (ROPS/FOPS except AD63/AD60), Operator presence system, Rearview mirrors, Tilt/telescopic steering wheel (AD22 only).
• POWER TRAIN: Cat engine, Automatic brake retarder control, Auto shift transmission, Electric fuel priming pump, Exhaust/turbo compartment shielding, Four wheel drive, Long life coolant, Programmable ground speed limiting, Programmable gear block out, Radiator cap manual release, Radiator, SAFR™™ full hydraulic enclosed wet, multiple-disc brakes, Torque converter with automatic lockup.
• OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT: Body/Dump (size varies), Catalytic exhaust purifier/muffler group, Centralized lubrication points, Decals, Dual fuel tank (AD45/AD45B and AD63/AD60 only), Engine and transmission belly guards, Fenders, Fire wall, Front axle suspension (AD45/AD45B and AD63/AD60 only), Frame lifting lugs, Front and rear tow pin, Front rubber bumpers (AD45/AD45B and AD63/AD60 only), Fuel system manual shut off tap, Hand holds, Hitch, Operator and maintenance manual (English and other languages), Secondary steering system (AD63/AD60 only), S.O.S.™ port (Coolant, Engine oil, Hydraulic oil, Transmission oil), Swing out radiator grill, Ventilated hood and covers, Tires and rims.

Truck Optional Equipment

Optional equipment for Caterpillar trucks includes:

• Battery shutdown, Ground level isolation switches, Brake pressure gauges, Camera, Cover for shipping, Engine options (Diesel particulate filter, VR, Tier 3), Fast fill system, Fire suppression system (Ansul, Foam/water), Fluids (Arctic fuel/coolant), Lighting options (LED), Lubrication system (Automatic, Centralized), Mine transfer readiness, Operator station options (ROPS/FOPS enclosed, Air conditioning, Cab pressurizer/filter, Dome light, Heater, Radio ready, Sun visor, Sliding cab window), Park brake switch engagement, Payload systems (TPMS, Remote display), Reflective tape, Rims (identification numbering, Spare tubeless), Seat options (Suspension seat Cat Comfort TLV2, Suspension seat tee), Seat covers, Secondary steering system, Switches (Engine shutdown, Fire suppression activation, Idle timer), Technology (Cat® MineStar™), Tire arrangements.

Body Capacities

The document provides detailed body capacities for various loader and truck models, including standard, ejector, and light material body types, with dimensions in cubic meters (yd³) and corresponding width and height in millimeters (inches).

Specalog References

Specalog references are provided for each loader and truck model, linking to detailed product information:

• Loaders: R1300G (AEHQ6356), R1600H (AEHQ7135), R1700G (AEHQ6387), R1700 (AEHQ8124), R2900G (AEHQ6413), R2900 (AEHQ8287), R3000H (AEHQ6809)
• Trucks: AD22 (AEHQ8139), AD30 (AEHQ6098), AD45B (AEHQ6325), AD45 (AEHQ8300), AD60 (AEHQ6808), AD63 (AEHQ8331)

Ground Engaging Tools

Information on Ground Engaging Tools (GET) is available through:

• Cat® Mining Ground Engaging Tools Product Catalog – PEBJ0030
• Cat® Mining Ground Engaging Tools Parts Catalog - PEBJ0031