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R2900 XE Underground Diesel-Electric LHD Loader

CLEANER. FASTER. MORE POWERFUL

Built on the platform of our most popular underground loaders, the new R2900 XE is the first Cat® diesel electric underground LHD. It’s a productive, powerful, reliable machine built to meet the underground mining industry’s need for bigger payloads, faster loading and reduced emissions.
Its powerful diesel electric drive engine is EU Stage V compliant, and it offers the power to match its class-leading 18.5-tonne . The R2900 XE is highly productive, with smooth and quick machine responses combined with improved digging and tramming performance. Employing electric drive components reduces fuel burn and improves productivity — helping mines reduce greenhouse gas emissions and carbon footprint.

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Benefits

SUPERIOR PRODUCTIVITY

Thanks to a number of new and improved features, the R2900 XE delivers a +20% increase in productivity.
(Compared to R2900G)

GREATER THAN 35% IMPROVED LIFT BREAKOUT FORCE

The R2900 XE employs a high efficiency electric drive system and is powered by a quiet, reliable and durable Cat® C15 engine.

REDUCED MAINTENANCE and REPAIR

A number of features and improvements contribute to ensuring the R2900 XE is easier and less expensive to maintain, driving down cost per ton and increasing availability.

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  • Bucket Capacities
    Bucket Capacities
    7.4-9.8 m³ (9.7-12.8 yd³)
    Dump Bucket - 1 - Standard Bucket
    9.7 yd³
    Dump Bucket - 2
    11.2 yd³
    Dump Bucket - 3
    12 yd³
    Dump Bucket - 4
    12.8 yd³
  • Engine
    Bore
    5.39 in
    Displacement
    928 in³
    Engine Model
    Cat® C15
    Engine Power - Stage V Engine - ISO 14396:2002
    449 hp
    Engine Power - Tier 2/Stage II Engine - ISO 14396:2002
    447 hp
    Note (1)
    Power ratings apply at a rated speed of 1,600 rpm for Tier 2/Stage II model engine when tested under the reference conditions for the specified standard.
    Note (2)
    Power ratings apply at a rated speed of 1,600 rpm for Stage V model engine when tested under the reference conditions for the specified standard.
    Note (3)
    All rating conditions are based on ISO/TR 14396, inlet air standard conditions with a total barometric pressure of 100 kPa (29.5 in Hg), with a vapor pressure of 1 kPa (.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 (59° F) and fuel inlet temperature 40° C (104° F).
    Note (4)
    Minimal engine derating* required up to 2926 m (9,600 ft) at rated speed for Stage V engines and 3505 m (11,500 ft) for Tier 2/Stage II equivalent engines.
    Note (5)
    Optional DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) Package available.
    Note (6)
    * <5%
    Stroke
    6.77 in
  • Hydraulic Cycle Times
    Dump
    2.8 s
    Lower, Empty, Float Down
    3.5 s
    Raise
    9 s
    Total Cycle Time
    15.3 s
  • Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt
    Lift Cylinder - Bore
    7.48 in
    Lift Cylinder - Stroke
    39.8 in
    Lift/Tilt System - Circuit
    Electro Hydraulic Controls
    Lift/Tilt System - Pump
    Variable Displacement Piston
    Maximum Flow
    264 gal/min
    Relief Valve Setting - Main
    4597 psi
    Tilt Cylinder - Bore
    10.63 in
    Tilt Cylinder - Stroke
    18.03 in
  • Operating Specifications
    Breakout Force - Lift (ISO)
    71500 lb
    Breakout Force - Tilt (ISO)
    92500 lb
    Gross Machine Mass
    172157 lb
    Nominal Payload Capacity
    40785 lb
    Shipping Weight
    131988 lb
    Static Tipping Load - Full Turn - Lift Arms Horizontal
    82889 lb
    Static Tipping Load - Straight Ahead - Lift Arms Horizontal
    95407 lb
  • Service Refill Capacities
    Cooling System (Drive Motor - secondary)
    8.5 gal (US)
    Cooling System (Engine Radiator)
    25.1 gal (US)
    DEF Tank
    9 gal (US)
    Engine Crankcase
    13.7 gal (US)
    Front Differential and Final Drives - With Axle Oil Cooling System
    37 gal (US)
    Fuel Tank
    174.4 gal (US)
    Hydraulic Tank
    89.3 gal (US)
    Propulsion Motor/Drop Box Oil
    18 gal (US)
    Rear Differential and Final Drives - With Axle Oil Cooling System
    40.7 gal (US)
  • Standards
    Standards
    ISO 3471:2008 ROPS; ISO 3449:2005 FOPS
  • Tires
    Tire Size
    29.5 R29
  • Transmission
    Forward - 1st (virtual)
    3.6 mile/h
    Forward - 2nd (virtual)
    5.9 mile/h
    Forward - 3rd (virtual)
    10.6 mile/h
    Forward - 4th (virtual)
    15.3 mile/h
    Forward - 5th (virtual)
    20.8 mile/h
    Reverse - 1st (virtual)
    3.7 mile/h
    Reverse - 2nd (virtual)
    6.3 mile/h
    Reverse - 3rd (virtual)
    11.2 mile/h
    Reverse - 4th (virtual)
    16.2 mile/h
    Reverse - 5th (virtual)
    20.4 mile/h
    Transmission Type
    Cat switched reluctance electric drive
  • Turning Dimensions
    Articulation Angle
    42.5°
    Axle Oscillation
    8°
    Inner Clearance Radius**
    134 in
    Note
    ** Clearance dimensions are for reference only.
    Outside Clearance Radius**
    286 in
  • Weights
    Note
    * Calculated Weight.
    Operating Mass + Rated Payload*
    163100 lb
    Operating Mass + Rated Payload* - Front Axle
    120100 lb
    Operating Mass + Rated Payload* - Rear Axle
    43000 lb
    Operating Mass*
    122300 lb
    Operating Mass* - Front Axle
    54400 lb
    Operating Mass* - Rear Axle
    67900 lb
ELECTRICAL
  • 12V Power Supply in Cab
  • Alternator, 150-amp
  • Auxiliary Start Receptacle
  • Battery Disconnect Switch, Ground Level
  • Diagnostic Connector
  • Electric Starting, 24V
  • E-stop (Illuminated):
    – Rear Right Hand Side
    – Rear Left Hand Side
  • External LED Lighting System, Front, Rear, Stop – Brake – Tail Light Dual LED
  • Low Maintenance Batteries
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
  • Operator’s Station, Enclosed ROPS/FOPS:
    – Air Conditioning
    – Cab Pressurizer and Filter
    – Radio Ready Compartment for Radio and Speakers
  • Cup Holder and Storage Compartments
  • Cat® Color Multi Purpose Display (CMPD)
  • Electric Horns
  • Guard, Rear Side Quarter Window
  • Operator Presence System (Auto Park Brake)
  • Door Latch Monitoring
  • Electro-Hydraulic Implement Controls, Single Joystick
  • Push Button Panel for Lights
  • Seats:
    – Suspension Seat, Vinyl
  • Adjustable Arm Rest and Knee Pads
  • Seat Belt Monitoring
  • Retractable Seat Belt
  • STIC Steering
  • Secondary Steering
POWER TRAIN
  • Cat C15 Air-to-Air Aftercooler (ATAAC) Diesel Engine, 6-Cylinder
  • Engine Options:
    – Engine, Tier 2 Equivalent
  • Catalytic Exhaust Purifier/Muffler Group
  • Cat Switched Reluctance Electric Generator and Pump Drive
  • Cat Switched Reluctance Drive Motor
  • Cat Integrated Powered Electronics
  • Brakes, Fully Hydraulic Enclosed Wet Multiple – Disc with Cooling (SAFR™)
TECHNOLOGY
  • Auto Retarder with Grade Control
  • Product Link Elite
OTHER EQUIPMENT
  • Tire Arrangements:
    – Tire, 29.5R29**2 VSMS2 L5S L2A Bridgestone
  • Flat Fold Handrails
ELECTRICAL
  • Lighting – Loading
  • Service Bay Light
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
  • Operator’s Station, Enclosed ROPS/FOPS:
    – Cab Pressurizer and Filter (HEPA)
  • Cameras, Color Forward and Rear Facing
  • Dual Pane Windows
  • Seats:
    – Suspension Seat Tee, Vinyl
    – Suspension Seat Air, Vinyl
  • Reversible Steering Return to Dig
POWER TRAIN
  • Engine Options:
    – Engine, EU Stage V
  • Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) (flow through)
  • Fast Fill and S·O·S points
TECHNOLOGY
  • Traction Control
  • Auto Dig
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring
  • Command for Underground
  • Payload Control System
  • Remote Control Interface (excludes transmitter and receiver)
OTHER EQUIPMENT
  • Remote Recover Hook and Bar
  • Tire Arrangements:
    – Tire, 29.5R29**2 VMDL L5 L2A Bridgestone
  • Bucket, Various Sizes, Dump (7.4 m³ to 9.8 m³ [9.7 yd³ to 12.8 yd³])
  • GET and Wear Package Options
  • Centralized or Auto Lube Systems
  • Wheel Chocks
  • Rear Protection – Bat Wings

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