R3000H Underground Mining Loader

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.

Key Features

More Comfort. More Performance. More Versatility.

Safety-Infused

Most safety features come standard, including Operator Present System

Built-In Power & Performance

100% Cat Powertrain, high performance long-term durability and ease of maintenance

Updated & Super Productive

Designed for the world’s largest underground mines and specializes in lowering costs

Media Gallery

Specifications

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

Tire Size	35/65 R33

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)