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The Cat® 6060 Hydraulic Mining Shovel continues to hold its position as the industry’s top choice in its size class, and rightfully so. Boasting a rated payload of 61 tonnes (67 tons), the Cat 6060 was groundbreaking as the first shovel specifically tailored for mines employing 240-ton (218-tonne) haul trucks, offering an efficient truck-shovel system solution to meet production demands in these environments. Today, the 6060 remains the go-to shovel for such applications, with enhancements in durability and reliability ensuring the uptime essential to your operations. Its robust engine and efficient hydraulic system enable higher working speeds, resulting in swift cycle times and heightened productivity. The outcome is not just increased output but also reduced overall owning and operating costs, making the Cat 6060 Hydraulic Mining Shovel an indispensable asset for any mining operation.

Benefits:

  • More than 40% Greater Visibility: Enhance operational safety and efficiency with clear views to the digging and loading areas as well as the tracks. Enjoy improved situational awareness, enabling operators to work more effectively and safely.
  • Up to 15% Fuel Reduction: Experience significant fuel savings of up to 15% in both face shovel and backhoe configurations. Reduce operating costs and environmental impact while maintaining high productivity levels, thanks to enhanced fuel efficiency.
  • Improved Uptime & Durability: Maximize uptime and reliability with a 5% weight increase to critical structures. Benefit from enhanced durability and structural integrity, ensuring long-term performance even in demanding operating conditions.

Product Features for CAT 6060 Hydraulic Mining Shovels:

  • High Productivity: The CAT 6060 Hydraulic Mining Shovel is designed for maximum productivity in large-scale mining operations. With its powerful digging forces and high-capacity bucket, it can efficiently excavate and load large volumes of material, resulting in increased production rates and reduced cycle times.
  • Large Bucket Capacity: Equipped with a spacious bucket, the CAT 6060 can effectively handle various types of materials, including overburden, ore, and other mining materials. Its large capacity enables rapid excavation and loading, contributing to overall operational efficiency.
  • Advanced Hydraulic System: The CAT 6060 features an advanced hydraulic system that delivers precise and responsive control over the shovel’s movements. The hydraulic system ensures smooth and efficient operation, allowing operators to achieve precise bucket positioning and optimal digging performance.
  • Robust Construction: Built with durable materials and components, the CAT 6060 is designed to withstand the tough conditions of mining environments. Its rugged construction ensures long-term durability and reliability, minimizing downtime and maintenance costs.
  • Operator Comfort and Safety: The CAT 6060 prioritizes operator comfort and safety with its spacious and ergonomic cab design. Equipped with intuitive controls, adjustable seating, and excellent visibility, the cab provides a comfortable and secure working environment for operators. Safety features such as rollover protection, emergency braking systems, and proximity detection systems are integrated to enhance operator safety.
  • Environmental Compliance: The CAT 6060 complies with stringent environmental regulations and emission standards. It incorporates advanced emission control technologies to minimize exhaust emissions and reduce environmental impact, ensuring compliance with environmental requirements.
  • Integrated Monitoring and Diagnostic System: The CAT 6060 is equipped with an integrated monitoring and diagnostic system that provides real-time data on the shovel’s performance and condition. This system enables proactive maintenance and troubleshooting, helping to prevent unplanned downtime and optimize equipment uptime.
  • Remote Monitoring and Control: The CAT 6060 offers remote monitoring and control capabilities, allowing operators to monitor the shovel’s operation and performance remotely. This feature enables operators to make real-time adjustments and optimizations, maximizing productivity and efficiency.
  • Customization Options: The CAT 6060 can be customized with various options and configurations to meet specific customer requirements and application needs. This flexibility ensures that the shovel can be tailored to suit a wide range of mining operations and conditions.

Product Specifications for CAT 6060 Hydraulic Mining Shovels: 

General:

  • Engine Output – SAE J1995: 3015 HP
  • Bucket Payload: 67 ton (US)
  • Operating Weight: 660 ton (US)
  • Configuration: Face Shovel, with options for Backhoe and Frontless configurations.

Engine:

  • Engine Model: 2 x Cat 3512E
  • Rated Speed: 1,800 min-1 (1,800 rpm)
  • Various components for engine management and emissions compliance.
  • Non-DEF Aftertreatment system with Diesel Oxidation Catalysts (DOCs).

Diesel Engines:

  • Rated power outputs for both highly regulated and lesser regulated engines.
  • Optimized emissions for fuel consumption.

Electrical System:

  • System Voltage: 24 V
  • Battery Configuration: 6 x 210 Ah; 12 V each; total 630 Ah 24 V in total.
  • Various components including working flood lights and service lights.

Operating Weights:

  • Operating weights for different configurations and track pads.
  • Ground pressure: 26.6 to 26.7 N/cm2 (38.5 to 38.7 psi).

Service Refill Capacities:

  • Capacities for various fluids including fuel, hydraulic oil, engine oil, and grease.

Hydraulic System with Pump Managing System:

  • Main and swing pumps configuration and maximum oil flow.
  • Maximum pressure for attachment and travel.
  • Hydraulic oil cooling system details.

Swing System:

  • Swing drive configuration and maximum swing speed.
  • Various features including dirt wipers and hydraulic braking.

Undercarriage:

  • Travel speed, tractive force, and gradeability details.
  • Components for durability and performance.

Operator’s Cab:

  • Operator’s Eye Level: Approximately 24.91 ft
  • Spacious cab with various comfort and safety features.
  • Monitoring system with touch screen and various entertainment features.

Automatic Lubrication System:

  • Capacity: 188 gal (US)
  • Dual-circuit system with heavy-duty pumps and system failures displayed by monitoring system.

Attachments:

  • Shovel attachment with TriPower kinematics and wear package details.
  • Various types of wear packages and features for different applications.

Digging Forces:

  • Maximum crowd force and breakout force details.
  • Working ranges and standard bucket capacities.

Backhoe Attachment (BH):

  • Stick and bucket digging force details.
  • Working range specifications.

Retractable Service Station:

  • Installation details and equipped features including quick couplings and indicator lights.

Further information on this machine can be viewed by visiting this link  

https://www.cat.com/en_US/products/new/equipment/hydraulic-mining-shovels/hydraulic-mining-shovels/104540.html

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