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R3000H Underground Mining Loader

At a glance data:

Engine Model:
Cat® C15
Engine Power - Tier 3 Engine - ISO 14396:2002:
401hp
Engine Power - VR Engine - ISO 14396:2002:
401hp
Bore:
5.4in

Overview

Our largest underground loader, the Cat® R3000H is a low-cost specialist. Designed for the largest underground mines, it’s a super-productive, durable machine that delivers high performance and long life to lower cost per ton and overall cost of ownership. Safety comes standard, with most safety features built in — including an Operator Present System that protects the machine and operator from uncontrolled machine movements. Its 100% Caterpillar designed and manufactured powertrain components deliver top reliability and performance. And its durable frame and components combine with improved serviceability to deliver the high uptime you demand.

Category:
Underground Mining Load Haul Dump (LHD) Loaders

Brand:
Caterpillar

Engine

Engine Model:
Cat® C15
Engine Power - Tier 3 Engine - ISO 14396:2002:
401hp
Engine Power - VR Engine - ISO 14396:2002:
401hp
Bore:
5.4in
Stroke:
6.8in
Displacement:
927.6in³
Note (1):
Power ratings apply at a rated speed of 1,800 rpm when tested under the reference conditions for the specified standard.
Note (2):
All rating conditions are based on ISO/TR 14396:2002, 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):
No engine derating required up to 3050 m (10,006 ft) altitude for equivalent Tier 3 engines, and 3506 m (11,502 ft) for VR engines.
Note (4):
Optional Ventilation Reduction package available.
Note (5):
Optional engine with emissions equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU stage IIIA is also available.

Operating Specifications

Nominal Payload Capacity:
44092lb
Gross Machine Mass:
180779lb
Static Tipping Load - Straight Ahead - Lift Arms Horizontal:
104199lb
Static Tipping Full Turn Ahead Lift Arms Horizontal:
88191lb
Breakout Force - SAE:
61773lb

Weights

Operating Mass*:
128448lb
Operating Mass* - Front Axle:
54558lb
Operating Mass* - Rear Axle:
73853lb
Operating Mass + Rated Payload*:
172540lb
Operating Mass + Rated Payload* - Front Axle:
125187lb
Operating Mass + Rated Payload* - Rear Axle:
47316lb
Note:
*Calculated weight.

Transmission

Forward - 1:
3mile/h
Forward - 2:
5.7mile/h
Forward - 3:
10.2mile/h
Forward - 4:
17.5mile/h
Reverse - 1:
4.1mile/h
Reverse - 2:
7.1mile/h
Reverse - 3:
12.7mile/h
Reverse - 4:
19.4mile/h

Hydraulic Cycle Times

Raise:
8.8s
Dump:
1.85s
Lower, Empty, Float Down:
3.54s
Total Cycle Time:
14.2s

Bucket Capacities

Bucket Capacities:
8.9-11.6 m³ (11.6-15.2 yd³)
Dump Bucket - 1 - Standard Bucket:
11.6yd³
Dump Bucket - 2:
12.4yd³
Dump Bucket - 3:
13.7yd³
Light Material Bucket:
15.2yd³

Turning Dimensions

Outside Clearance Radius**:
296.7in
Inner Clearance Radius**:
127.8in
Axle Oscillation:
Articulation Angle:
42.5°
Note:
**Clearance dimensions are for reference only.

Tires

Tire Size:
35/65 R33

Service Refill Capacities

Engine Crankcase:
9gal (US)
Transmission:
16.4gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank:
37gal (US)
Cooling System:
19.8gal (US)
Front Differential and Final Drives:
31.4gal (US)
Front Differential and Final Drives - With Axle Oil Cooling System:
42gal (US)
Rear Differential and Final Drives - With Axle Oil Cooling System:
44.1gal (US)
Fuel Tank:
406.5gal (US)
Rear Differential and Final Drives:
33.5gal (US)

Standards

Standards:
Rollover Protective Structure (ROPS)/Falling Object Protective Structure (FOPS) Certified Cab

Standard Equipment

tires, rims, and wheels

  • Tires Arrangements: Tires Must Be Selected From the Mandatory Attachments Section, Choose Between:
    – Tire, 35/65 R33, VSNT, Bridgestone
    – Tire, 35/65 R33, VSDL, Bridgestone
  • Rims (set of four):
    – Five Piece, Tubeless

electrical

  • Alarm, Reversing
  • Alternator, 95 Amp
  • Battery Disconnect Switch, Ground Level
  • Batteries, Low Maintenance
  • Diagnostic Connector
  • Engine Shutdown Switch
  • Lighting:
    – External, Front, Rear, Halogen
    – Stop, Dual, Halogen
  • Receptacle Group, Auxiliary Start
  • Starter, Electric, 24-Volt
  • Starting and Charging System

operator environment

  • Automatic Brake Application (ABA)
  • Cab Enclosed:
    – ROPS/FOPS Certified
    – Air Conditioning
    – Cab Pressurizer and Filter
    – Dome Light
    – Heater
    – Radio Ready Compartment for Radio and Speakers
    – Salt Resistant Air Conditioner
  • Caterpillar Electronic Monitoring System (CEMS), (dash instrumental panels)
  • Horns, Electric
  • Instrumentation/Gauges:
    – Speedometer/Tachometer
    – Fuel Level
    – Hydraulic Oil Temperature
    – Engine Coolant Temperature
  • Operator Presence System
  • Light, Warning, Residual Brake
  • Low Hydraulic Level Warning
  • Pilot Hydraulic Implement Controls (single joystick)
  • Seat:
    – Seat, Suspension, Vinyl
  • Seat Belt, Retractable

power train

  • Brakes, Full Hydraulic Enclosed Wet Multiple-Disc Spring Applied, Fluid Released (SAFR™)
  • Engine:
    – Cat C15 6 Cylinder Diesel
    – Air-To-Air Aftercooler (ATAAC)
  • Exhaust:
    – Particulate Filter, Flow Thru
    – Particulate Filter, Wall Flow
  • Filter, Engine, Remote Mounted
  • Fuel Adapters:
    – Standard Fill, Dual, Rubber Coated, Double Steel Braided Fuel Lines
  • Fuel Priming Aid
  • Park Brake Switch Engagement, Choose Between:
    – Push to Apply
    – Pull to Apply
  • Precleaner, Engine Air Intake
  • Torque Converter with Automatic Lock-Up Clutch
  • Transmission, Automatic Planetary Powershift (4F/4R)
  • Transmission Neutralizer

other standard equipment

  • Windows:
    – Single Pane
  • Brake Axle Cooling
  • Brake Light
  • Cap, Radiator, Manual Release
  • Catalytic Exhaust Purifier/Muffler
  • Dump Bucket (8.9 m3/11.6 yd3)
  • Bucket Lip:
    – Modular Weld-On
    – Lip Weldings – Full Weld Edge or Tack Weld Edge and Corners
  • Decals, International Picto Graphics
  • Fenders, Front, Rear
  • Firewall
  • Fuel Systems:
    – Dual Fuel Tanks
    – Fuel System Manual Shut Off Taps
  • Guards, Engine and Transmission
  • Handholds (Access On/Off Top Deck)
  • Lift Arm Positioner for Return to Dig
  • Radiator Grill, Swing Out
  • Service Oil Sample
  • Valve, Drain, Transmission Oil Filter
  • Valve, Hydraulic, Standard

Optional Equipment

power train

  • Engine Options:
    – Engine, Ventilation Reduction (VR)
    – VR Engine, Flow Thru Ready
    – Engine, Tier 3
  • Exhaust:
    – Exhaust, Purifier, Muffler
  • Fuel Adapters:
    – Standard Fill, Dual, Stainless Steel Covered, Single Braided Fuel Lines
    – Fast Fill, Dual, Rubber Coated, Double Steel Braided Fuel Lines
    – Fast Fill, Dual, Stainless Steel Covered, Single Braided Fuel Lines
  • Secondary Steering System

electrical

  • Battery Disconnect Switch, In Cab
  • Lighting:
    – Cat LED Worklights

operator environment

  • Camera, Color Rear Facing
  • Duct, Air, Flow Diverter
  • Idle Timer (enclosed cab)
  • Instrumentation/Gauges:
    – Brake Pressure
  • Seat:
    – Seat, Suspension, Tee, Vinyl
    – Seat, Suspension, Air, Vinyl
    – Seat Cover

technology products

  • Command for Underground*
  • Vital Information Management System (VIMS) Gen 3
  • Payload System, Loadrite
  • Remote Control Interface (excludes Transmitter and Receiver) – RCT
  • *Please consult with your Regional Commercial or Technology Representative prior to upgrading your machine to Command for Underground.

tires, rims, and wheels

  • Rim Identification Numbering
  • Spare Rim, Tubeless

other optional equipment

  • Brake release arrangements:
    – Recovery hook
    – Recovery bar
  • Buckets:
    – Various Sizes, Dump (9.5 m3/12.4 yd3, 10.5 m3/13.7 yd3)
    – Light Materials, Dump (11.6 m3/15.2 yd3)
    – Light Materials, Dump, Uninstalled (11.5 m3/15.0 yd3)*
  • Bucket Lip:
    – Bolt On Lips
    – Durilock
  • Ground Engaging Tools (GET):
    – Cutting Edge, Cat Weld-On
    – Cutting Edge, Bolt-On Half Arrow
    – Cutting Edge, Shrouds, Durilock
    – Mechanically Attached Wear Plate System (MAWPS) – Bucket Lip Protection
    – Heel Shrouds
    – Wear Bars
    – Liners
    – Overflow Guard
  • Faster Fill and Evacuation Systems:
    – Engine, Fast Fill
    – Radiator, Fast Fill
    – Hydraulic, Fast Fill
    – Transmission, Fast Fill
  • Draw Bar Attachment, Bolt-On
  • Fire Suppression System:
    – Foam, Water Based
  • Fluids:
    – Arctic Coolant
    – Arctic Fuel
  • Guard, Light and Window
  • Handrails
  • Lubrication System:
    – Automatic
    – Centralized
  • Mine Transfer
  • Reversible Steering
  • Reflective Tape
  • Ride Control System
  • Service Tools:
    – Collet Jacking Bolts
    – Recovery Bar
  • Vandalism Protection
  • Windows:
    – Dual Pane
  • Wear Protection Bars:
    – Cab/ROPS
    – Hydraulic Tank
    – Radiator
AD63 Underground Mining Truck

AD63 Underground Articulated Truck

Engine Model:
Cat® C15
Engine Power - Tier 3 Engine - ISO 14396:2002:
401hp
Engine Power - VR Engine - ISO 14396:2002:
401hp
Bore:
5.4in