R3000H Underground Mining Loader

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.

  • Engine Model Cat® C15

  • Engine Power - Tier 3 Engine - ISO 14396:2002 401 hp

  • Nominal Payload Capacity 44092 lb

  • Engine Power - VR Engine - ISO 14396:2002 401 hp

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Product Specifications

Specifications

Engine

  • Bore 5.4in

  • Displacement 927.6in³

  • Engine Model Cat® C15

  • Engine Power - Tier 3 Engine - ISO 14396:2002 401hp

  • Engine Power - VR Engine - ISO 14396:2002 401hp

  • 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 specifica

  • 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.

  • Stroke 6.8in

Operating Specifications

  • Breakout Force - SAE 61773lb

  • Gross Machine Mass 180779lb

  • Nominal Payload Capacity 44092lb

  • Static Tipping Full Turn Ahead Lift Arms Horizontal 88191lb

  • Static Tipping Load - Straight Ahead - Lift Arms Horizontal 104199lb

Weights

  • Note *Calculated weight.

  • Operating Mass + Rated Payload* 172540lb

  • Operating Mass + Rated Payload* - Front Axle 125187lb

  • Operating Mass + Rated Payload* - Rear Axle 47316lb

  • Operating Mass* 128448lb

  • Operating Mass* - Front Axle 54558lb

  • Operating Mass* - Rear Axle 73853lb

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

  • Articulation Angle 42.5°

  • Axle Oscillation

  • Inner Clearance Radius** 127.8in

  • Note **Clearance dimensions are for reference only.

  • Outside Clearance Radius** 296.7in

Service Refill Capacities

  • Cooling System 19.8gal (US)

  • Engine Crankcase 9gal (US)

  • Front Differential and Final Drives 31.4gal (US)

  • Front Differential and Final Drives - With Axle Oil Cooling System 42gal (US)

  • Fuel Tank 406.5gal (US)

  • Hydraulic Tank 37gal (US)

  • Rear Differential and Final Drives 33.5gal (US)

  • Rear Differential and Final Drives - With Axle Oil Cooling System 44.1gal (US)

  • Transmission 16.4gal (US)

Hydraulic Cycle Times

  • Dump 1.85s

  • Lower, Empty, Float Down 3.54s

  • Raise 8.8s

  • Total Cycle Time 14.2s

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

Tires

  • Tire Size 35/65 R33

Standards

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

Features

Equipment

Standard Equipment

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • Battery Disconnect Switch, In Cab

  • Lighting:
    – Cat LED Worklights

  • 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

  • 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.

  • Rim Identification Numbering

  • Spare Rim, Tubeless

  • 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