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AD45 Underground Articulated Truck

At a glance data:

Engine Model:
Cat® C18
Engine Power - EU Stage V Engine - ISO 14396:2002:
598hp
Engine Power - Tier 3 Engine - ISO 14396:2002:
581hp
Engine Power - VR Engine - ISO 14396:2002:
581hp

Overview

The Cat® AD45 Underground Truck delivers all the power, performance and reliability you expect from the AD45 — but the latest model also offers an an advanced EU Stage V compliant engine and aftertreatment solution that meets the strictest emissions standards, lowers your carbon footprint and improves air quality in your mine. In addition, a retrofit solution is available that allows you to retrofit the previous model, the AD45B, to meet the same strict standards. This ultra-clean diesel machine delivers superior productivity thanks to its ideal match with the next generation Cat R1700 underground loader and is technology-enhanced with features that improve productivity, boost uptime and keep operators and personnel safer on the job.

Category:
Underground Mining Trucks

Brand:
Caterpillar

Engine

Engine Model:
Cat® C18
Engine Power - EU Stage V Engine - ISO 14396:2002:
598hp
Engine Power - Tier 3 Engine - ISO 14396:2002:
581hp
Engine Power - VR Engine - ISO 14396:2002:
581hp
Bore:
5.7in
Stroke:
7.2in
Displacement:
1104.53in³
Note (1):
Power ratings apply at a rated speed of 2,000 rpm when tested under the reference conditions for the specified standard.
Note (2):
All rating conditions are based on ISO/TR14396:2002, inlet air standard conditions with a total barometric pressure of 100 kPa (29.5 in Hg), with a vapor pressure of 1 kPa (0.295 in Hg), and 25° C (77° F). Performance measured using fuel to EPA specifications in 40 CFR Part 1065 and EU specifications in Directive 97/68/EC with a density of 0.845-0.850 kg/L @ 15° C (7.05-7.09 lb/gal @ 59° F) and fuel inlet temperature 40° C (104° F).
Note (3):
Minimal engine derating* required up to 3048 m (10,000 ft) @ rated speed for Stage V engines, 2700 m (8,858 ft) for Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent engines and 3505 m (11,500 ft) for Tier 2/Stage II equivalent VR engines.
Note (4):
Optional Ventilation Reduction Package available.
Note (5):
Optional engine with emissions equivalent to Tier 3 and Stage IIIA is also available.
Note (6):
Optional engine available that meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards.
Note (7):
*<5 %

Operating Specifications

Nominal Payload Capacity:
99208lb
Gross Machine Mass:
196765lb
Shipping Mass (Stage V Engine Model):
96225lb
Shipping Mass (Other Engine Models):
94415lb
Body Capacities:
18.0-25.1 m³ (23.5-32.8 yd³)

Weights (Stage V Engine Model)

Operating Mass:
91285lb
Operating Mass - Front Axle:
64565lb
Operating Mass - Rear Axle:
26720lb
Operating Mass + Rated Payload:
190495lb
Operating Mass + Rated Payload - Front Axle:
89235lb
Operating Mass + Rated Payload - Rear Axle:
101260lb

Weights (Other Engine Models)

Operating Mass:
88320lb
Operating Mass - Front Axle:
61225lb
Operating Mass - Rear Axle:
27095lb
Operating Mass + Rated Payload:
187530lb
Operating Mass + Rated Payload - Front Axle:
85355lb
Operating Mass + Rated Payload - Rear Axle:
102175lb

Weight Distribution (Stage V Engine Model)

Empty - Front Axle:
70.7%
Empty - Rear Axle:
29.3%
Loaded - Front Axle:
46.8%
Loaded - Rear Axle:
53.2%

Weight Distribution (Other Engine Models)

Empty - Front Axle:
69.3%
Empty - Rear Axle:
30.7%
Loaded - Front Axle:
45.5%
Loaded - Rear Axle:
54.5%

Transmission

Forward - 1:
4.4mile/h
Forward - 2:
5.9mile/h
Forward - 3:
8mile/h
Forward - 4:
10.8mile/h
Forward - 5:
14.6mile/h
Forward - 6:
19.7mile/h
Forward - 7:
26.4mile/h
Reverse - 1:
4.2mile/h
Reverse - 2:
5.6mile/h
Note:
Maximum travel speeds with standard 29.5 × R29 tires.

Final Drives

Differential Ratio:
3.46:1
Final Drive Ratio:
5.65:1
Total Reduction Ratio:
19.55:1

Body Hoist (Stage V Engine Model)

Raise:
15 Seconds
Lower:
21 Seconds
Total Cycle Time:
36 Seconds

Body Hoist (Other Engine Models)

Raise:
14 Seconds
Lower:
21 Seconds
Total Cycle Time:
35 Seconds

Body Capacities

Dump Body - 1:
23.6yd³
Dump Body - 2 - Standard:
27.9yd³
Dump Body - 3:
32.8yd³
Ejector Body:
29.9yd³
Note:
Heaped SAE 2:1.

Turning Dimensions

Outside Clearance Radius*:
371in
Inside Clearance Radius*:
209in
Frame Oscillation:
10°
Articulation Angle:
42.5°
Note:
*Clearance dimensions are for reference only.

Service Refill Capacities

Engine Crankcase - With Filter:
16.9gal (US)
Transmission:
15.9gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank:
70.3gal (US)
Cooling System:
22.5gal (US)
Front Differential and Final Drives:
20.3gal (US)
Rear Differential and Final Drives:
21.9gal (US)
Fuel Tank:
201.8gal (US)

Tires

Tire Size:
29.5 × R29

Standards

Standards:
ROPS/FOPS Certified Cab

Standard Equipment

electrical

  • 12V power supply in cab
  • Alternator, 95-amp
  • Auxiliary start receptacle
  • Battery disconnect switch, ground level
  • Circuit breaker, 80-amp
  • Corrosive protection spray
  • Diagnostic connector
  • Electric starting, 24V
  • Engine shutdown switch, ground level
    – Front left hand side
  • Lighting
    – Headlights with dimmer switch, LED
    – Brake and tail lights
    – Rear work light (cab mounted), LED
    – Reversing lights, LED
  • Low maintenance batteries
  • Reversing alarm
  • Starting and charging system

operator environment

  • Cat Electronic Monitoring System (Cat EMS)
  • Electric horns
  • Gauges
    – Engine coolant temperature
    – Transmission coolant temperature
    – Hydraulic oil temperature
    – Fuel level
    – Speedometer
    – Tachometer
  • Indicator lights
    – Alert warning light
    – Body up position warning
    – High beam
    – Residual brake pressure warning
    – Retarder application
    – Turn signal
  • Low hydraulic level warning
  • Open operator station ROPS/FOPS structure
  • Operator presence system (auto park brake)
  • Rearview mirrors
  • Suspension seat Cat Comfort TLV2 with retractable seat belt
  • Trainer/passenger seat and seat belt
  • Tilt/telescopic steering wheel
  • Turn signal indicators

power train

  • Cat C18 ATAAC diesel engine, 6-cylinder
  • Automatic brake retarder control
  • Auto shift transmission 7 speed forward/2 speed reverse
  • Control throttle shifting
  • Engine air intake precleaner
  • Electric fuel priming pump
  • Exhaust, turbo compartment shielding
  • Four wheel drive
  • Long life coolant
  • Programmable ground speed limiting
  • Programmable gear block out with tray up
  • Radiator, cross flow; Radiator cap manual release
  • Secondary steering system
  • SAFR™ full hydraulic enclosed wet, multiple-disc brakes, oil cooled
  • Torque converter, standard with automatic lockup

other standard equipment

  • Body, dump, (21.3 m³, 27.9 yd³)
  • Catalytic exhaust purifier/muffler group
  • Centralized lubrication points
  • Decals, international picto graphics
  • Dual fuel tanks
  • Engine and transmission belly guards
  • Fenders, front, rear flaps
  • Fire wall
  • Fuel system manual shut off tap
  • Front axle suspension
  • Frame lifting lugs
  • Front and rear tow pin
  • Front rubber bumpers
  • Gauges, brake pressure
  • Hand hold (access on/off top deck)
  • Hitch, articulated and oscillated
  • Operation and Maintenance Manual – English and other applicable local languages to select
  • S·O·S port
    – Coolant
    – Engine oil
    – Hydraulic oil
    – Transmission oil
  • Swing out radiator grill
  • Tires and rims: A tire must be selected from the mandatory attachments section of the machine price list. Base machine price includes a standard tubeless rim allowance only.

Optional Equipment

optional equipment

  • Battery shutdown
    – Ground level isolation, in cab isolation switch
    – Ground level isolation, engine shutdown switch
    – Ground level isolation, in cab isolation, engine shutdown switch
  • Body dump
    – Body (18.0 m³, 23.5 yd³)
    – Body (25.1 m³, 32.8 yd³)
  • Body ejector
    – Ejector (22.9 m³, 30.0 yd³)
  • Body liners, impact and/or wear
    – 10 mm (0.4"), body, dump (18.0 m³, 23.5 yd³)
    – 10 mm (0.4"), body, dump (21.3 m³, 27.9 yd³)
    – 10 mm (0.4"), body, dump (25.1 m³, 32.8 yd³)
    – 10 mm (0.4"), body, ejector (22.9 m³, 30.0 yd³)
  • Body wear plate, external
    – 16 mm (0.62"), body, dump (18.0 m³, 23.5 yd³)
    – 16 mm (0.62"), body, dump (21.3 m³, 27.9 yd³)
    – 16 mm (0.62"), body, dump (25.1 m³, 32.8 yd³)
  • Camera
    – Color rear facing
    – Color loading
  • Cover, anti vandalism for shipping
  • Engine options
    – Engine, Stage V
    – Engine, Ventilation Reduction (VR)
    – Equivalent to Tier 3
    – After-treatment options (for use with VR Engine only)
  • DPF (Flow Through) Filter
  • Fast fill system
    – Coolant
    – Engine oil
    – Fuel (dual tanks)
    – Hydraulic oil
    – Transmission oil
  • Fire suppression system
    – Ansul, wet
  • Fluids
    – Arctic fuel
    – Arctic coolant
  • Handrail Extension
  • Lubrication system
    – Automatic, dump or ejector body
    – Centralized, ejector body
  • Mine transfer
    – Mine transfer ready front frame (tack welded)
    – Mine transfer ready dump body (tack welded)
    – Mine transfer ready ejector body (tack welded)
  • Operators station ROPS/FOPS enclosed
    – Air conditioning
    – Cab pressurizer and filter
    – Dome light
    – Heater
    – Radio ready compartment for radio and speakers
    – Sun visor
    – Window, sliding cab door
  • Park brake switch engagement
    – Push to apply
    – Pull to apply
  • Payload
    – Truck Payload Measurement System (TPMS)
  • Reflective tape
  • Rims
    – Rim identification numbering
    – Spare, tubeless
  • Seat
    – Suspension seat Cat Comfort TLV2, vinyl
    – Suspension seat tee, mechanical
  • Seat cover
    – Tee and Cat Comfort TLV2
    – Seat cover, companion
  • Service tools
    – Collet jacking bolts, dump or ejector
    – Diagnostics box
    – Hoist cylinder supports (for body removal)
    – Brake wear gauge
    – Reference parts manual for additional tooling available
  • Switches
    – Engine shutdown, fire suppression activation
    – Idle timer
    – Engine shutdown, fire suppression activation/idle timer
  • Technology
    – Product Link Elite (PLE) system
  • Tire arrangements
    – Tire, 29.5 × R29 VSNT Bridgestone
    – Tire, 29.5 × R29 VSDL Bridgestone
  • Torque converter, high altitude, 3000 m (9,842 ft) and up
  • NOTE: Not all features are available in all regions. See your Cat dealer for more information.
R1700 XE Underground Loader

R1700 XE Underground Battery-Electric LHD Loader

Engine Model:
Cat® C18
Engine Power - EU Stage V Engine - ISO 14396:2002:
598hp
Engine Power - Tier 3 Engine - ISO 14396:2002:
581hp
Engine Power - VR Engine - ISO 14396:2002:
581hp
R1700 Underground Mining Loader

R1700 Underground Mining Loader

Engine Model:
Cat® C18
Engine Power - EU Stage V Engine - ISO 14396:2002:
598hp
Engine Power - Tier 3 Engine - ISO 14396:2002:
581hp
Engine Power - VR Engine - ISO 14396:2002:
581hp