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R3000H Underground Mining Loader

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.

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    Product Specs

    Engine

    Engine Model Cat® C15
    Engine Power - Tier 3 Engine - ISO 14396:2002 401 HP
    Engine Power - VR Engine - ISO 14396:2002 401 HP
    Bore 5.4 in
    Stroke 6.8 in
    Displacement 927.6 in³
    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 44092 lb
    Gross Machine Mass 180779 lb
    Static Tipping Load - Straight Ahead - Lift Arms Horizontal 104199 lb
    Static Tipping Full Turn Ahead Lift Arms Horizontal 88191 lb
    Breakout Force - SAE 61773 lb

    Weights

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

    Transmission

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

    Hydraulic Cycle Times

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

    Bucket Capacities

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

    Turning Dimensions

    Outside Clearance Radius** 296.7 in
    Inner Clearance Radius** 127.8 in
    Axle Oscillation 8 °
    Articulation Angle 42.5 °
    Note **Clearance dimensions are for reference only.

    Tires

    Tire Size 35/65 R33

    Service Refill Capacities

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

    Standards

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